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Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout

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A sunset over a calm body of water with several boats, a grassy foreground, and a distant shoreline.
A bed with a checkered bedspread, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a pillow with a floral design.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted painting, and a potted plant.
An outdoor patio area with a round table, four chairs, and a large umbrella.
A parking area with cars and a view of the sea with boats.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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.

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Corio, VIC
  • Place, Waterworld
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Leisuretime Sports Precinct
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Geelong

Located in Corio, a neighbourhood in Geelong, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Corio Native Grasslands Reserve and Avalon Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waterworld and Leisuretime Sports Precinct. Moorabool Valley Chocolate By Design and The Carousel are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Map
Corio, VIC

What's nearby

  • Waterworld - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leisuretime Sports Precinct - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Deakin University - 13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 15 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • North Shore Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Norlane Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santa Maria Main House | Luxury Family Retreat + Free Hamper & Late Checkout located?

Located in Corio, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Waterworld and within 3 miles (5 km) of Leisuretime Sports Precinct and Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Beckley Park International Raceway is 3.1 mi (4.9 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. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An absolutely beautiful place to stay. Relaxing and felt like home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent accommodation. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host convenient location for ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! Clean, comfortable, secure and easy to access. Host is absolutely amazing, so many small touches that made the stay so lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov, 2025
I truly appreciate your lovely review! I'm so appy you felt comfortable and enjoyed all the small details. Hosting you was a pleasure - please come back whenever you're in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property to stay at. Safe and secure for our family and pet. The host Rosina was fantastic with communication and we highly recommend this stay for families or people with pets. If we ever need to stay in Geelong we will be wanting to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for the 10/10 review, Shell! It was a delight to host you, your family, and your pet. I’m so pleased you felt safe and secure during your stay—I know how important that peace of mind is when traveling with loved ones. It’s wonderful to hear that my communication helped make your stay easier, as I always strive to be there for my guests. We would love to have you all back next time you're in Geelong. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were greeted in a very friendly manner and certainly enjoyed our stay. Santa Maria's location is well located and more than suited our needs. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2025
Ann was a fantastic guest! She stayed for 6 days & left the house in immaculate condition. She was incredibly thoughtful. I would highly recommend Ann to any host & would be delighted to have her stay again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very well equipped home for the comfort of guests. The host communicated clearly and promptly before and during our stay and was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2026
Hi Lisa, thank you so much for your kind words! I’m delighted to hear that you found Santa Maria well-equipped for your comfort and that you appreciated the clear communication. Providing a seamless and helpful experience for my guests is always my top priority. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay, house was clean and comfortable. The host left treats for us and our dog. She is very thoughtful. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words, Jenny! It was a total pleasure hosting you and your furry companion. I’m so glad you enjoyed the treats and found the home comfortable—I strive to make our 'small piece of paradise' feel like a home away from home for both humans and pets! You are welcome back anytime, and I look forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Corio.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home sweet home

A warm, welcoming and homely stay with thoughtful accomodations to make our stay even more comfortable. Located in a nice quiet street this charming home away from home and its lovely host will not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2025
Lynden is respectful of the property & a pleasure to have as a guest. Always welcome to visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire house is cleaning, warm and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Trish! I’m delighted to hear you found the house warm, cozy, and clean—that is exactly the atmosphere I want for my guests. It was a pleasure hosting you and your lovely dog. I really appreciate you noticing the effort put into the setup; I strive to make it a home-away-from-home for both humans and their furry friends. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Santa Maria was perfect for my family and 2 fur babies. We stayed 2 nights. We especially appreciated Rosina’s lovely personal touches of fresh free range eggs and doggie treats for the puppies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words, Janet! It was a true pleasure hosting you, your family, and your two fur babies at Santa Maria. I’m thrilled you enjoyed the fresh eggs and that the puppies liked their treats. You left the place in wonderful condition, and you are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing. It had everything and move. Everything was so well organised and easy to find and very homely. I was extremely impressed with the whole place and experience of staying there. If I'm ever in Geelong, I'll be definitely staying here. I recommend it highly. 10 stars in my book
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Jo! It was an absolute pleasure to host you (and the lovely Rastus). I’m thrilled to hear that you found everything you needed and felt so at home at the Sanctuary. I truly appreciate your kind words and your recommendation to the community. You are welcome back anytime you’re visiting Geelong—I’ll keep the fresh eggs ready for you! Safe travels on all your adventures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No words as it was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the perfect review, Sharaan! It was such a pleasure hosting your family and your singing bird. You are welcome back to Santa Maria anytime. Safe travels!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I will give a 3 and half stars as the place was clean and the host is trying her best. However and in order to help for future bookings the place will need to be less crowded with nicknacks. A second sofa would make it more confortable and an iron,(+board) and a tall mirror would be useful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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