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Whispering Sands Retreat

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Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Tootgarook, VIC
  • Place, Rye Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Rosebud Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tootgarook Wetlands
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

Whispering Sands Retreat

This comfortable and spacious house is suitable for anyone looking to spend time down on the Mornington Peninsula.

Unlike most other accommodation our rates are based on the number of people so if there are only two of you thats all you pay.

Tootgarook is a quiet suburb nestled between Rye and Rosebud with shops, takeaways and cafes only minutes away.

Walking distance to a beautiful bay beach with everything at your fingertips. Winery's, golf courses and restaurants including Peninsula Hot Springs and Spa.

Discuss pet option with owner

There is plenty of space for 4 cars and a boat on the property.

Bond is only required for bookings 7 days or greater or in special circumstances.

Features

Bedroom 1 Queen sized bed
Bedroom 2 Queen sized bed
Bedroom 3 2 single beds & single bunks
Bedroom 4 single bunks
Main Bathroom - Shower/Bath/Toilet
Semi En-Suite (master bedroom)

General

Lounge with TV, DVD, stereo
Dining room
Kitchen with gas cooking, microwave, kettle, toaster
Outside has a large level garden, grass areas, BBQ
Washing machine
Parking for 4 cars
Space for a boat
350 meters to beach
2 minute drive to Rye shops
Quiet location

Children under 1 are free.

Sorry we do not take schoolies.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The house is not suitable for school leavers/Hens/Bucks parties/Events/Weddings/Birthday functions or parties - noise must be kept to a minimum
It can be used by the confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner.
You may be ask for photo id, details about your group and the purpose of your trip.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Tootgarook, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peninsula Hot Springs and Tootgarook Wetlands. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Tootgarook, VIC

What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rosebud Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Tootgarook Wetlands - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station - 30 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Rye Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sea Store Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hector's Seafoods - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Sands Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Sands Retreat?

As of 14 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Sands Retreat on 21 May 2026 start from £90, 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 at Whispering Sands Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Sands Retreat located?

Located in Tootgarook, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rye Beach and Rosebud Beach. Tootgarook Wetlands and The Dunes Golf Links are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well positioned to everything, very comfy beds and best part is you can take your furbabies. Highly recommend. Karl was lovely to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time I've stayed here. Close to shops and the beach. Lovely house, very comfortable
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ananda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, solid house. Host was great.short walk to beach. Worked well with our dog.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly host. The house has a large space and close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean.and close to restaurants and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, very confortable and well equipped. Thankyou Karl
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a beautiful and spacious place in a very quiet area even though it is close to everything i would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful stay. The chook that was in the backyard from next door was a laugh as our dog was scared of it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were met by Karl at the property , he lives behind it. He was friendly & welcoming & showed us through & had heater going & showed us how things worked. Its a nice set up, walking distance to beach and everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
House is warm, Beds are comfy, No Wifi or towels which I don't remember seeing at time of booking, all round a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angelique P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband & I stayed with our 2 x little dogs & enjoyed our stay. The house would be perfect for a family in summer! Well equipped & a lot of space. Karl was really lovely & easy to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We had a wonderful long weekend in Tootgarook. Perfect location for the nearby beach and exploring the peninsula. Karl was a great host and so helpful and easy to contact.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

DIANA F.

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

Great location

Our stay was great. The accommodation was easy. Everything we needed at hand, the house was warm, location great for restaurants, beach, walking tracks. Karl welcomed us and was respectful of our time as he quickly showed us around. Whilst WiFi wasn’t critical to us it was disappointing to learn late in the process that it wasn’t actually available at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

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

Ultimate Relax

Great place, close to the beach and shops. What more do you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie P.

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

Great pet friendly staff

Great family and pet friendly stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Lovely spot, cosy and welcoming

Karl was a perfect host. The house is well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. We had a lovely stay, it's a great location and the local beach is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

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

Comfortable and great location

The property is clean, lots of beds and a lovely spacious lounge room. Lovely safe yard for the dog. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would highly Recommend recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Trev M.

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

Great Location. Very peaceful!

We stayed here to be close to the Peninsula Emergency Animal Hospital at Mornington. One of our labs was in for surgery. Are other Lab stayed with us in this very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey D.

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

Beach getaway

Had a great stay my Groodle Cassie loved the beach and the backyard… will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Get away with the dog

We had a great stay. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia and Ken S.

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

Lovely house with lots of space 50m from the beach

Everything you need for a long or short stay is provided in this spacious house in quiet street. 50m wander to the stunning beach. Easy 5 min walk to Rye where there are supermarkets cafes restaurants. Excellent stay. Will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

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

Rye

A wonderful short term break away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

David H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great holiday house

Could have been cleaner and no internet but a great position and helpful owner
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

catherine o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Whispering sands

Great house but was not aware the owner lives out the back without blinds on the back windows it felt a little un private
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Yes i live in the separate house and yard next door The house is about the same distance as from my neighbour. All windows have blinds except the kitchen window which will be now fitted with blinds soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

A perfect little get away with the pet

A perfect place for a beach holiday with your dog. House was extremly clean, Host was good. Beach just up the road. Shops not far. I was surprised how quiet it was and how soft the grass was in the back yard. And our pup loved it too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

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

Wonderful host and great location. Spacious property great for dogs

Karl was helpful and kind. There is a huge enclosed yard for our furbaby and it was great. The property is very spacious. Our stay was comfortable and we will come back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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Hosted by Karl

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