Moonah Shades, Rye - newly updated inside and out!

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An outdoor patio with a fire pit, white chairs, and a seating area with cushions.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a television.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, a black stove, and a white refrigerator.
A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
An outdoor seating area with white chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by gravel and potted plants.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Rye Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Rye, Victoria
  • Place, Rye Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Johns Wood Road Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mornington Peninsula National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪113 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Rye, a neighbourhood 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. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting.
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Rye, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Saint Johns Wood Road Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mornington Peninsula National Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Dimmicks Beach - 7 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Fin Sushi Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪3941 Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blairgowrie Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Moonah Shades, Rye - newly updated inside and out! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Moonah Shades, Rye - newly updated inside and out!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moonah Shades, Rye - newly updated inside and out!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moonah Shades, Rye - newly updated inside and out! located?

Located in Rye, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rye Beach, Saint Johns Wood Road Beach and Mornington Peninsula National Park. Pearce's Beach and Dimmicks Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moonah shades was a great place to stay for the September school holidays, we didn’t need a pool that time of the year and the fire pit was a perfect place to gather together in the late afternoon, with the children toasting marshmallows. There was an area for the boys to bounce their basketball and having the studio was perfect for my daughter who liked her own area . It was a secure yard perfect for the family dog. It was a comfortable clean and well kept home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place. Comfortable beds. All clean and tidy. Perhaps a dining table bigger than a 4 person seating to accommodate the possible people
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thanks for your great 5-star review Roger, we appreciate you sharing your experience. We're very happy that you found our home clean and tidy and enjoyed the comfy beds! We are working on getting a bigger dining table to accommodate all guests, there are also more dining options outside, but we appreciate the weather is not always conducive to alfresco dining. We hope we can welcome you back soon. The Coast and Country Getaways team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were fantastic. They were incredibly kind and we loved staying in this house. The house was amazing too, I personally think it looks much better in person. The couch was super long, the barbecue was clean and came with tools. The house was clean when we got there. It also came with plenty of firewood and some fire starter.The only real issue we had was that to our knowledge there was no mop. There was also a fairly limited supply of hand towels though this can easily be resolved by bringing a few of your own.Apart from that, I would seriously recommend staying here. We all had a fantastic time and the hosts and house were amazing.Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
They are going to have to come up with a better name than Moonah Shades. On the second day of our stay a bulldozer leveled the entire block of Moonah trees next door which was creating all the shade.The garden is tired and unloved. The watering system was off and there isn't much greenery. The grass is pretty much dead, it's mostly dirt. The open space at the very back of the property, next to the studio is unkempt and basically unusable.People with pets beware the front gates don't latch closed. You need to faff around with rocks to keep them closed.Inside the property is nice, its clean and comfortable. The dining table seats 4 people, the property sleeps 9, so people end up eating off their laps. The dishwasher is tiny, you'll end up needing to hand wash. There are 1 million bowls but only 9 plates.Beware, there is a camera with a wide angle lens mounted in a way that would capture private spaces outdoors. The agents are aware of the camera and claim its only pointed at the entrance, it is not, it takes in most of the private yard.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
Hi Brett, we are pleased to hear you found our home comfortable, clean and inviting. We take pride in giving guests a special holiday experience, by providing beautiful cotton sheets and bedding, a selection of pillows for comfort, pet-friendly upon request, early check-in and late check-outs whenever possible and a complimentary bottle of wine and sparkling water to welcome you. We hope you enjoyed these little luxuries during your stay. Regarding the dining options, we are reviewing the inside dining area to increase seating for 9 guests. The property has ample outdoor dining options - a large 12-seat dining table under the verandah, positioned next to the "Beef Eater" BBQ, making it an ideal space for families and friends to enjoy delicious meals in a relaxed setting, there is another 6-seat outdoor dining table in a covered area outside the studio. Recently a lovely couple purchased the vacant block next door, and they are excited to make Rye their new home. Our property remains surrounded by beautiful Moonah trees, and we take great care in maintaining our landscape. We are happy to advise that the front gate has also been fixed. We would like to address your concern about the security camera at the front entrance; the camera is for security purposes, offering peace of mind to our guests and ourselves. There are no cameras inside the property. We hope to welcome you back one day, so you can enjoy all the amazing additions we are making to our beautiful, comfortable home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great for pets, had a good location, all necessary amenities and comfortably accommodated a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Hi Leonie, thanks for your lovely review. We’re so happy to hear the whole family (including your furry family members) enjoyed their stay with us at Moonah Shades! There’s nothing better than a getaway where everyone can relax comfortably, settle in easily and enjoy everything that this beautiful area has to offer. We’d love to welcome you back for another beach escape soon! The Coast and Country Getaways team
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