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Whites Retreat (The Esplanade)

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Living area
Exterior
Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Torquay, Victoria
  • Place, Torquay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Torquay Sands Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Whites Retreat (The Esplanade)

1 Queensize (1)
2 Queensize (1)
3 Bunks (1) & Tri Bunks (1)

Conveniently located close to Whites Beach is this superbly elevated three bedroom property with coastal views.

Walk in to an impressive entry leading to an open plan living, meals and kitchen area with stainless steel appliances with electric oven, gas cooktop and the convenience of a dishwasher. Beautifully styled the well-appointed meals and lounge area opens out onto a north facing paved courtyard and fully enclosed rear yard perfect for the kids, your four legged friend and entertaining in the summer. The bottom level also features a master bedroom with queen size bed & private ensuite with spa bath. A fully equipped separate laundry and powder room is also available for guest use.

Upstairs comprises two additional good sized bedrooms, main bathroom, separate toilet, study area and spacious second living leading onto a tiled outdoor entertaining area capturing both ocean and wetland views.

This lovely property provides a double automatic garage, reverse cycle heating/air conditioning, Wi-Fi and all the creature comforts you need.

Fancy an early morning swim or a walk with your four legged friend on Torquays glorious Whites beach, or just sit back and relax while admiring all the ocean has to offer. This deceptively large double storey home is situated on Torquays famous Esplanade, opposite Whites beach and close to The Sands Clubhouse, golf course, driving range and restaurant.

Please be advised that linen is not supplied or included in the advertised price however is available to hire through an external provider for an additional cost. Please advise our friendly staff should you wish to hire linen during your stay.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL BOOKINGS WITH THIS PROPERTY ARE REQUEST BASIS. ONCE YOU HAVE PUT A BOOKING REQUEST THROUGH, OUR FRIENDLY STAFF WILL BE IN TOUCH REQUESTING FURTHER INFORMATION.

SORRY NO SCHOOLIES OR PARTY GROUPS

PETS WELCOME

Booking for Xmas/New Year Period? From the 19th December 2025 to the 16th January 2026, we will be running 7 night minimum bookings with arrival and departure dates being Friday to Friday. The weeks will be as follows:

o Week 1 – Friday 19th December to Friday 26th January
o Week 2 – Friday 26th January to Friday 2nd January
o Week 3 – Friday 2nd January to Friday 9th January
o Week 4 – Friday 9th January to Friday 16th January

If you are looking for a shorter stay period within these dates (min 4 nights), please email your request directly to
Surf Coast Getaway for consideration.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7680554
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

Torquay

Located in Torquay, this holiday home is by the ocean. Epic Surf School and Surf World Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Torquay Central Farmers Market and Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Australian Skydive or GMHBA Stadium.
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Torquay, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Torquay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Torquay Sands Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Epic Surf School - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Front Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Hughes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fisho's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pond Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pholklore - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whites Retreat (The Esplanade) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whites Retreat (The Esplanade)?

As of 17 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whites Retreat (The Esplanade) on 8 Jun, 2026 start from S$754, 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.

What time is check-in at Whites Retreat (The Esplanade)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whites Retreat (The Esplanade)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whites Retreat (The Esplanade) located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Torquay Beach and Torquay Sands Golf Club. Epic Surf School and Front Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mads K.

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

Great location

Great location. Great view. Spa did not work but communication was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil F.

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

Weekend away

Great plc to stay clean and tidy recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Happy humans and canines.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stayed here with our daughter, and our beach loving dogs. We all had a relaxing time, enjoying the accommodation, and the beach proximity. Hope to return again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy-Anne F.

Perfect spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfectly located for a family getaway with our pup, opposite the dog beach. The house is incredibly well-set up with everything you could need. It’s very clean, and well maintained. The booking process and contact with Steph was easy, prompt and professional. This was our second stay and we’ll be planning another stay next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2025
Thanks for your review Cathy. We are thrilled you enjoyed your break at White's Retreat. We look forward to welcoming you back next time your on the coast!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy-Anne F.

Perfect getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is perfectly located across from Whites Beach, and a longer walk into cafes and restaurants. Our whippet loved the beach!The house is so well appointed for a stay; there was nothing we needed and didn’t find provided. Well done!We were only able to stay for a short 4-night break in July, but are very keen to return again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Braydon A.

Another great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this house and the location. Across the road from the beach. Close to the action but far enough away that you can get peace and quite whenever you like.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Great dog friendly accommodation

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very happy with our stay at this lovely home (couple and 1 dog). Plenty of room to have a larger group stay over. Doggy beach nearby and secure back yard for our small dog. Only negatives were the doggy door was very stiff and our dog was unable to use it. Very negative experience with the real estate managing the property-it took many phone calls to get our $500 bond returned. This was very disappointing as we passed the cleaning inspection, having left the home as we would our own. The staff at the real estate agency reception were very pleasant and helpful in all our dealings. It was simply a management issue with the return of our bond. If I was the owners, I would be looking for a new agency to manage your great property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

A Wonderful Weekend Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had another lovely restful time at White's Retreat walking the dogs on the beach, finding nice places to eat in Torquay, and catching up on reading.Humans,and dogs,were happy!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from East Bentley, VIC

Recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely home and well provided forSuper appreciated catering for dogs, dogs loved the dog bed provided with great location opposite park and dog beach
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Ashburton , Victoria

Easter @Torquay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic as always! Everyone had a great time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

Great stay in great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect stay with our 2 teenagers and small dog . Fantastic dog beach opposite the property . Everything you could need supplied
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Whites retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have had another fabulous family holiday at this propertyWe can even bring our dog Great amenities, everything you need Will go back again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Ashburton , Victoria

Complete Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Braydon A.

A great location and plenty of space.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great location just a short walk to the beach.House was clean and modern with plenty of space inside and out.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Louise D.

Whites retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property, fantastic situation
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Superb location

Delightful home and what a location! Minor gripe would have been handy to know that the home was more well equipped than advertised re: linen, condiments, etc. We only wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Torquay beachfront

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: great location, fantastic house, all-round perfect stay. Agents were great except they needed prompting 2 weeks later to return bond - this was done within 2 days.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Louise D.

Whites retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was great as was the location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Yeppoon, Queensland

Prefct Place for the family and fur-babies

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic. The accommodation was perfect for our stay with family and our fur-baby. It was opposite the lead free park and beach - just 30 secs and we were there :). The place had everything you needed, you just needed to bring yourself. Everything was labelled so you knew exactly where to find things and of course return things when you had finished with them. We were also allowed to access the property early - which was fantastic. If you want the perfect stay and not have to worry about a thing - I recommend this place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ralph P.

Great for a holiday escape by the sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Relaxing and refreshing getaway in a comfortable house within a stone-throw from Whites Beach
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Great location and dog friendly

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were really happy with our stay. Two doors down is a lovely park, and directly across the road is a great dog-friendly beach. Very comfortable and will absolutely be staying here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlene R.

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful well maintained home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Whites Retreat- loved it

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the best time in Torquay - especially our golden retriever who loves the yard and nearby beach. Whites retreat had everything we needed and was like a home away from home We have already requested another booking
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Great place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was everything we expected and more.A very clean and well equipped property that met the needs of our family, dog included.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Amazing!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyed every moment - will definitely be back 🤩

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