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THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way

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A building with a covered porch, a no-smoking sign, and a number 233 on a column.
A single-story building with a metal roof, a covered porch, and a fenced yard.
A covered walkway with a wooden deck and white railings, leading to a building with a sign for 'The Sand Castle' for bookings.
A single-story industrial building with a large garage door, a covered entryway, and a small adjacent shed.
A sign for "The Sand Castle" with contact numbers for bookings.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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BOLWARRA Portland, VIC
  • Place, Whale Viewing Platform
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Portland Arts Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Dutton Way

Located in Dutton Way, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Convincing Ground Historic and Cultural Features Reserve and Bolwarra H44 Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Portland Maritime Discovery Centre and Portland Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum and Portland Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and cycling.
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BOLWARRA Portland, VIC

What's nearby

  • Whale Viewing Platform - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Nuns Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Portland Arts Centre - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Fawthrop Lagoon - 10 min drive - 6.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Port Of Call - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Portland Fish N Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE SAND CASTLE on the Dutton Way located?

This family-friendly Dutton Way holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Whalers Point, Whale Viewing Platform and Bolwarra H45 Bushland Reserve. Nuns Beach is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 176 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A big house with all the mod cons and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well equipped, best we have seen in long time. Great bathrooms
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House and Amenities are second to none, Excellent for families
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great place, well equipped, awesome location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place really enjoyed our stay will bring the Boat next Time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place always

Always stay here great spot and great place to stay excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at the sandcastles! Always as described, with plenty of space, especially if brining children
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, two disabled people, bathroom great. Games room was good. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant property, with all of the things you need for an easy family holiday. Was great being able to take the dogs and know that they were secure as well. We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay.Kids and men really enjoyed the man-cave play room.Location great, opposite the beautiful beach. Accomodation is clean and fully equipped with all kitchen appliances and cutleries.Down side is that it is next to main road, can hear ongoing traffic from bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect.Host was easily reachable over the phone and quite helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for familys good size backyard and a good entertainment space

We loved our stay the kids had a ball just felt like home but home awat from home
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

staying to walk part of the Great South West Walk

comfortable and well-equipped, pleasant location beside the sea
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fishing holiday

Super clean, great lay out, comfy beds and heaps of parking for the boats, straight across from the ocean, perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic spot for a getaway

Loved the property !! Warm, clean, comfy with everything you need. Very peaceful and quiet and just a short distance from Portland.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seven friends stayed there for 2 nights. Everything was good

If we go to that area we are going to stay in this house again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property for a family with a party in a wheelchair

Very clean and nice property to stay in . Has all the things you need for staying in the house would highly recommend to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dutton Way

Great Stay, everything we needed
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellant in a great location, neat and tidy, well set out for a person with disabilities.

Perfect place for a getaway, or afor1 night traveling through.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend with the boys

It’s a great place to host large families activities for children as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Great place Would recommend and use all the time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charlotte

Beds really comfortable. House easy to find, lots of parking. Our group had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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