NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house - Melbourne

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Breakfast available

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Sorrento, Victoria

Sorrento Front Beach17 min walk
Blairgowrie Beach2 min drive
Searoad Ferry Terminal3 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)92 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house

Longer stay discounts available when booking direct.
SPECIAL OFFERS:
SUNDAY FOR FREEAvailable 1/5/24 - 31/10/24 (Excludes public holiday weekends and school holidays)Book pay 2 nights and send us a message to advise which additional night you would like to add for FREE.
Subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
we love this because...
As a family when we think if a beach holiday house we hope for white weatherboards, porthole style windows and timber boardwalks so when we arrived at NELSON BY THE SEA before we even entered we knew we had found the perfect escape.
Tucked away in a quiet pocket close to Sorrento and the beach it was an easy 15-minute walk to the Sorrento Sailing Club and a little longer to walk into Sorento townships itself.
We stayed with extended family and teenage kids and there was space for everyone inside this contemporary house with its high cathedral ceilings, wooden floorboards and contrasting beams.
The grandparents sat and read outside, the kids played billiards downstairs and watched movies but everyone came together on the huge deck with hydrotherapy spa. There is a beautiful Peppercorn Tree in the garden and the grassed lawn was perfect for a bit of backyard cricket and safe for our pooch.
Bring your own tennis raquets and balls and walk to the hidden treasure that is the tennis court (communal and free) at Tuckey Track Reserve. Put your name down in the book (but usually there is no wait list), it is even pet friendly and there is a bbq and picnic table if you want to make an afternoon of it.
We walked the dog to the Koonya Dog Beach which only takes about 20 minutes and he loves the shallow waters that go out for miles.
For dinner, The Baths is our favourite restaurant and is only a 30-minute walk away. We watch the Sorrento/Queenscliff ferry dock on the hour and the weather change across the bay. For something special, we love Loquat and its only a 20-minute walk from Nelson by the Sea.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE - Property is suitable for maximum of 6 adults plus additional children.

PAWfect
What fun! a new house to visit that lets four-legged friends like me sleep inside.
Yay! a garden with tall fences to keep me safe. Love the trees and bushes, there are lots of interesting smells. Are those possums in the trees?
And there's a special basket just for me. No way! What's in there? Ooh, ooh! a treat from PAWDINKUM. I LOVE THIS PLACE.

Property manager

Ocean Blue Coastal Retreats

Premier Host

Languages

English

Protect your payment — always book on Vrbo

If someone asks you to book through them or pay them directly before you book on Vrbo, report it.

Find out more

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Sorrento, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Manyung Gallery at Sorrento are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.

Sorrento, Victoria

What's nearby

Sorrento Front Beach - 17 min walk
Blairgowrie Beach - 2 min drive
Searoad Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive
Sorrento Golf Club - 4 min drive
Rye Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

Drysdale Station - 68 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

16 Beach General Store - 8 min drive
Blairgowrie Beach Box - 4 min drive
Peninsula Pantry - 9 min drive
Rye Hotel - 7 min drive
Mubble - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house located?

Located in Sorrento, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sorrento Front Beach and Blairgowrie Beach. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Searoad Ferry Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Corina L.

29 Jan 2024

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

Surprise!

What a beautiful place. Perfectly situation in Sorrento. Walking distance to beach. The spa was amazing. I didn't want to go home! My two little dogs loved the back yard. Kitchen is perfect. Couldn't want for anything more. Highly recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

26 Nov 2023

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

Nelson

Clean, very comfortable, would stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth P., Bacchus Marsh Victoria

21 Mar 2023

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

Holiday in you home State

Property was a terrific central location - less than a 5 min drive from the Sorrento/Queenscliff Sea ferry - a great way to kick start our break away! The secure and spacious yard was perfect for our dog who was happy to watch us relax in the deck spa each day. Flowing open plan living area onto the wrap around decking was a great feature and really kept guests connected during the stay - even during yoga on the sun drenched deck! Would recommend as a comfortable, functional, spacious and central stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE H.

16 Dec 2022

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

Celebrating 60th Birthday

Property was in a very safe and quiet location. It is well positioned with an excellent restaurant Loquat close by (15 minute walk). Property had lots of space, entertainment options and was very functional with plenty of facilities. Bedrooms well appointed to get privacy away from the main entertainment areas. We had a dog, who enjoyed the opportunity to stay. Spa was a highlight and very easy to use as pre-set. Had a fantastic time. Would recommend to others.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

16 Sept 2022

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

Great for all the family

Great location quiet, plenty to do and picturesque.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ocean Blue Coastal Retreats

Ocean Blue Coastal Retreats is business that offers on quality family and pet friendly accommodation on the Mornington Peninsula and Gippsland Lakes. We have been in business for 14 years and have experience in the tourism industry for almost 20 years. We are a multi award winning tourism operator that have won both Victorian Tourism and Australian Tourism Awards for Accommodation. Our staff are customer service driven and happy to help our guests with finding the best accommodation for their group.

Why they chose this property

I have a large private hydrotherapy spa.
I am your quintessential beach house
I am a short walk to the Sorrento Sailing Club
I have three bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas.
I have access to a shared tennis Pavillion