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Living area
Living area
Dining
Dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Blairgowrie, VIC
  • Place, Blairgowrie Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mornington Peninsula National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Sorrento Front Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪114 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

By The Bay - Blairgowrie

This lovely brick house is so close to the beach you can almost smell the saltwater. Just stroll past two houses and cross the road to the beautiful bay beach.

The 3 bedroom house is set up to be a great entertainer. The open plan dining and lounge area
(with Foxtel) works well with the great size kitchen which is well equipped for all your cooking and entertaining needs.

The whole yard is fully fenced, so there is plenty of privacy and plenty of room for the kids to run.
Out the back is a tranquil outdoor entertaining area. Under the large sail is the outdoor setting big enough to seat the whole family plus more.

The house is set up with different sitting areas so you can catch the sun or play it safe in the shade. A large 6 burner bbq is ready for use all year round.

The massive garage is set up like a kids / teenagers retreat area. Also great for those adults that like a bit of competition with each other. It has a dining table & chairs to play those board games on. TV and DVD Player, couches, dart board, air hockey table and table tennis table and pool table.
So if the weather isn't so good, the kids can go to their space and the parents are left in peace inside. There is also a basket ball hoop in the drive to keep them active outside too, plus other outside games.

The main bedroom has a queen size bed with a good size ensuite plus separate walk-in-robe. It has an 80cm Plasma TV with a built-in DVD player.

Bedroom 2 has a queen size bed and the 3rd bedroom has a double bed with a single bed bunk on top. Both bedrooms 2 & 3 have built-in wardrobes.

The Games Room couch is a queens size innerspring Sofa Bed. And with the bathroom there it can be a 4th bedroom with ensuite.

Porta Cot and High Chair are provided.

Altogether the house can sleep up to
9 people.

WiFi

Due to the strict Shire regulations, we don't accept any bookings for parties, functions, or events, bucks/hens nights and no Schoolies groups.
Please note, this is NOT a party house, so please be mindful of our neighbours.

We rent to families, i.e. adults and children or smaller mature groups

7 night minimum stay during December & January
3 night minimum stay midweek
2 night Friday & Saturday nights

No Pets allowed



A Walk in the National Park, Swim, Winery, Coffee ??

The choices of what to do are endless.

Take a short walk past the Blairgowrie Marina up to the many cafes, shops and restaurants that Blairgowrie is known for.

A five minute walk up the road towards the back beach is the famous "Koonya General Store" where you can get your morning paper and a fresh coffee for the stroll home.

A couple of minutes by car and you are in the main street of Sorrento, where you have so much to choose from. Have a coffee or some lunch, maybe dinner and a movie. Otherwise just wear yourself out with the endless shops.

Being situated in the narrowest part of the Peninsula you have a choice of bay beach or ocean beach.

Walk up Huges road to the Koonya Ocean Beach. This is also the entrance to the National Park. The beautiful walking tracks in the National Park are there for you to explore the wonderful coastline that is " The Peninsula ".

Take in one of the many wonderful wineries for a day trip of tastings or take the Sorrento Ferry for a trip to Queenslcliffe for lunch.

Great for a family or two, the kids can bunk in together.

There are plenty of games, movies and books for all ages.

We aim to make your holiday one to remember and we love seeing people come to stay again and again.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NOT IN THE HOUSE - OUTSIDE ONLY

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Blairgowrie, a neighborhood in Melbourne. Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peninsula Hot Springs and Mornington Peninsula National Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Blairgowrie, VIC

What's nearby

  • Blairgowrie Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Saint Johns Wood Road Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mornington Peninsula National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Koonya Ocean Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 68 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Sorrento - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vanilla Slice Cafe Sorrento - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is By The Bay - Blairgowrie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at By The Bay - Blairgowrie?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at By The Bay - Blairgowrie on Jul 18, 2026 start from $278, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at By The Bay - Blairgowrie?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at By The Bay - Blairgowrie?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is By The Bay - Blairgowrie located?

This family-friendly Melbourne vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Blairgowrie Beach, Saint Johns Wood Road Beach, and Koonya Ocean Beach. Sorrento Front Beach and Mornington Peninsula National Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday. House was excellent

Really enjoyed our stay. House had everything you needed and more. No issues. Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent experience

An excellent stay. A 100% mark.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family haven

Jo is a wonderful host. Her place is a home away from home. The play retreat area included innumerable toys in the cupboard, in addition to all the adult fun (pool table, table tennis, darts, air hockey). Books everywhere covering all genres was a lovely touch. And the kitchen was better stocked than my own! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrej M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entertainment Plus

We were visiting from the States to attend my Daughters wedding and the place was organised by the family. Did not know what to expect but was extremely pleased with what Jo had provided... even Vegemite :-). The games room was a great place form us to relax and we absolutely loved the wild life, saw a Kookaburra, and many other native Australian birds that added to the ambience of the place. Cannot recommend it more highly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Fantastic!

What a great place! We have rented many houses in Europe, North America and Australia and this was by far the best equipped house we have stayed in. A well stocked pantry, no need to buy coffee, tea etc. A brilliant games room, kitchen utensils, beach towels - you name it, this home has it. Jo even put up a Christmas tree for the kids, and provided crackers and chocolates. A perfect location on the Peninsula, in a quiet neighbourhood. I was nervous about finding the right house for our Aussie Christmas, but I managed to hit the jackpot!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent holiday house

We had an amazing long weekend with plenty of room for the family to catch up. I was impressed by the never ending array of staples, games, books and toys for every member of the family. My teenager (and the adults) loved the kids/teenage retreat and spent hours playing pool, air hockey, table tennis, not to mention the outdoor sports. All the little touches made our stay very special. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Access & Comforts of Home

Very enjoyable stay. Property is well maintained, spacious, private and with everything a family needs. Appreciated the well stocked book, magazine and movie shelves and the broad array of activities in the games room for the kids. Outdoor courtyard was perfect to entertain while outside lounges were a great place to get lost in a book or magazine. Great communication with a very helpful host and only a short walk to the beach - this a property we'd be happy to return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and comfortable & fabulous host

Jo is a fabulous host who is super responsive, informative and generous, including any item you can think of. The house is meticulously clean, comfortable and super functional for our family of 4 (2 girls ages 17 and 20) plus 1 boyfriend. We used the outdoor table area for many meals at night, the front area to sunbake and lounge area was so relaxing. A great peaceful place to unwind for a week over summer. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayatri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect holiday home away from home.

Great time spent at this beautiful house. Jo is an awesome host and ensured that the minutest details were thought of and provided at the property. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hiroko S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home for all ages

The house was clean and had everything we needed. In spite of the bad wet and windy weather, we all (a family of three generations) enjoyed the stay as there were plenty of entertainment in the gaming room. Highly recommended for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing family getaway

Our short stay was restful and easy with everything we could possibly need at hand. Located a very short stroll away from the beach, the home was very clean and comfortable. So much fun for our young child too with a games room fully stocked with all sorts of toys. Renting process was straight forward and we would be sure to stay again. Many thanks for a lovely trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Great hone very clean and very well run for families. Thanks jo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elise b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family holiday place and location

We knew the location was great and that the house looked very good for our family before arriving. The addition was arriving and experiencing that the owners had thought of everything to make it a perfect stay for us - from the incredible games room to little details in the house like the coffee pods, up to date magazines, movies, books, baby monitor, right amount of bedding and the list goes on. Made for a fantastic family holiday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property, the mega games room and beach access make this the go to property in Blairgowrie

Great location, spacious, well appointed and kitted out with every form of entertainment you’d need on a holiday
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was fabulous and had everything we could possibly need.

The kids were constantly entertained with all the toys, books and games. This gave us the opportunity to actually relax and enjoy our children. It was only a quick walk to the beach. And the beds were very comfy. We will definitely be back to stay again soon
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Fantastic house great for families

We had such a lovely time at By the Bay Blairgowrie over Easter break. The house worked so well for our group - 4 adults, a 2 year old and a 3 year old. The kids absolutely loved the "playhouse" which was so well stocked with games etc for all ages. The adults loved it too because it was a safe space for them to play. The adults loved the table tennis table etc too. Being separated from the main house it meant our adult friends did not need to be woken by noisy kids, we played out there until a civilised morning time. The house was very well stocked including the coffee machine which was very well used and included decaf pods! The house was really clean and the fenced garden was great for the kids to run around. Easy distance to lots of things on the peninsula. Lastly our host Jo was fantastic. Very prompt communication and went out if her way to provide an extra high chair and respond to a minor problem we had. Highly recommended
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisa K.

A perfect stay

We could not have asked for a better stay at Jo's home. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian I.

The property was immaculate throughout. The attention to detail was incredibly thoughtful.

Our family have had a wonderful time in Blairgowrie. By The Bay really was a lovely place to stay. The property was fantastic and in a nice location. The only regret is that we had to leave! Thanks
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona A.

Our second stay at By the Bay and I would highly recommend!

Such a fantastic selection of games/books/magazines/movies for kids and adults alike. Jo is wonderful to deal with and has really thought of everything to make this a home away from home. In a great location close to the beach, the Bay and Sorrento just a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

We absolutely loved our stay at By The Bay

This place is amazing! We arrived to a cosy, warm home filled with all the things that would make our family stay perfect. The kids loved the games room from the sports equipment to the board games to the dolls, etc. The beds were comfortable and everything was clean, neat and tidy. Thanks so much we would definitely recommend to friends and we will be back to stay for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Perfect home away from home!

What an absolute delight this property is! More like a home away from home with everything you could possibly need. In 40 years of girls weekends away we have never come across such well stocked cupboards, pantry and fridge. So welcoming, homely and generous. The house is presented in immaculate condition and is in a great location just across from the beach in a lovely quiet suburban street and only a few minutes drive into Sorrento. All beds are extremely comfy and there is a wonderful supply of books, magazines and dvd's for all ages. Whilst we didn't spend much time in the games room, it would be absolutely perfect for families and groups alike......adds another whole dimension to the house and the experience. I cannot recommend Jo's place highly enough and she is an absolute pleasure to deal with and always quick to respond if you have any queries. Just perfect, thank you Jo!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Georgie M.

Great Family Holiday Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at 'By the Bay'. It is an open and bright home that is very well stocked, with everything you can think of for a relaxing getaway. The kids loved the games room and it was a quick walk to the front beach. We look forward to coming back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cinzia D.

Holiday oasis

By the Bay has become our home away from home for summer beach fun. This house has everything you need for a fabulous stay in any weather. Close to the beach, and with a games room to keep everyone entertained. We count down the days to our beach holiday every year and it has never disappointed. Highly recommend this property!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JACKIE D.

Fantastic Beach House

My husband and two teenage boys had a wonderful stay at this property. The location is fabulous, just over the road from the beach. The boys especially enjoyed the “games room”, where they disappeared into for hours on end! Very comfortable and private home. We will definitely return. Jackie
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10/10 Excellent

ANGELA W.

Excellent Property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at "By The Bay". Perfect location,extremely clean, plenty of room for a family and the games room was a hit! The property has everything you need. We cannot wait to visit again thanks Jo

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