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Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries

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A wooden deck with a table set for a meal, including a cheese platter and wine glasses.
A spacious living area with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a dining table with chairs. A television and speakers are on a wooden stand. The kitchen is visible in the background with a microwave and cabinets.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a large window.
A pool table with balls, a leather sofa, and a small table with drinks and snacks.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Point Lonsdale Beach
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Point Lonsdale, VIC
  • Place, Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Lonsdale Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries

Relax, reconnect and explore the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula.

Ruby Cottage is a premium two-bedroom, two-bathroom accessible retreat offering the perfect balance of privacy, comfort and coastal style. Ideal for couples, families, friends or guests with mobility needs, the cottage has been thoughtfully designed to provide a relaxing holiday without compromise.

Inside you'll discover spacious open-plan living, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and quality furnishings throughout. Large windows fill the home with natural light and open onto a private north-facing deck with outdoor dining and a mains gas BBQ—perfect for long lunches or relaxing after a day exploring the coast.

The master bedroom includes an accessible ensuite with step-free shower, while the second bedroom can be configured as a king bed or two king singles, providing flexible accommodation for a variety of guests. A separate games room with billiard table, workspace and high-speed Wi-Fi offers additional space to unwind.

Ruby Cottage is proudly Accessible Accommodation Qualified and offers step-free entry, wide internal spaces and accessible bathroom facilities, making it an excellent choice for independent wheelchair users, older travellers and anyone seeking easy, comfortable living.
Your well-behaved dog is also welcome. The fully fenced private garden provides a secure outdoor space, while nearby beaches and walking trails make Point Lonsdale a wonderful destination for travelling with pets.

Located just minutes from Point Lonsdale village and historic Queenscliff, guests are perfectly placed to enjoy:

• Beautiful bay and surf beaches
• Championship golf courses
• Wineries and cellar doors
• Outstanding walking and cycling trails
• Local cafés, restaurants and boutique shopping
• Nature reserves rich in birdlife and native wildlife
• The Bellarine Railway, Blues Train and Q Train experiences

Whether you're planning a romantic escape, golfing holiday, family break or simply a peaceful coastal retreat, Ruby Cottage combines modern comfort, genuine accessibility and an exceptional Bellarine Peninsula location.

Your perfect coastal escape begins here.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 1
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: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are welcome but are not permitted on furniture or in beds. Guest must also ensure any droppings are picked up in the garden and outdoor areas.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9206022
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Point Lonsdale

Point Lonsdale is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queenscliff Natural Features Reserve and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park, while Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station are also worth visiting.
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Point Lonsdale, VIC

What's nearby

  • Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queenscliff Natural Features Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Point Lonsdale Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Lonsdale Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nicko’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Mex - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Accessible Garden Retreat Near Beaches, Golf & Wineries located?

Situated in Point Lonsdale, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park, Queenscliff Natural Features Reserve and Point Lonsdale Beach. Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Gellibrand Street are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

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

Great home away from home

Perfect place to stay for a long weekend. Convenient with all the modern cons.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Awesome Stay

First time visitor in Point Lonsdale and was great. Definitely will be back hopefully for Easter, Unit was great very homely thanks again. Matt and Sue
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark G.

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

Homely, well appointed unit just a short drive from Point Lonsdale or Queencliff

Whilst the furniture style is a bit dated, the general fit out of the unit is really nice. The bedrooms are good sizes and the property has everything you could need on a short-stay beach holiday on the Bellarine Peninsula. Having 2 x bathrooms and an en suite for the master bedroom meant that we were very comfortable there. The kitchen is well equipped with a coffee machine and dishwasher. The property is well laid out with decent Wifi. The billiard room access is also a nice bonus too. It's probably a bit too far to walk into town if you have young kids, but if you had teenagers it would probably be fine (it's about 25mins to Point Lonsdale main shops).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

A great place to stay

Very comfortable and well equipped. Very helpful host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn A.

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

Charming

We were extremely impressed with this lovely characterful accommodation, and appreciated the very personal contact we received when we booked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Great stay

Our party of 3 and one well behaved Kelpie had a terrific time at Ruby Cottage. The accommodation had everything you could want. Extremely comfortable and well appointed. The disabled facilities were fantastic - entry ramp and bathroom terrific and suited our needs with rails and curtain in the shower and rails with the toilet. Disable facilities like this are few and far between especially coupled with such a lovely space. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane D.

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

Short break

Great spot clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Hi Shane, Di, Ruby, & River. Thanks for your review. Do keep Lonsdale Palms in mind for a visit at another time. Kind regards Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

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

Point Lonsdale stay

The house was lovely and perfect for all age groups including my 90 year old mum.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALAN M.

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

Point Lonsdale Holiday

Excellent property to stay Clean ,all the amenities and an excellent host Close to many attractions and a holiday we all enjoyed
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
So glad to hear you enjoyed your holiday. It was lovely to see the photo of your grandchildren having a great time at the Queenscliffe Carnival in the Geelong Adviser. Keep Lonsdale Palms in mind a visit at another time. All the best for 2022. Kind regards Sue
Verified review

8/10 Good

arnie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Excellent pet friendly accommodation. Secure secluded garden ideal for our dog. Description of property was accurate. Easy 2km waterfront walk into Pt. Lonsdale. 5 mins by car from Queenscliffe and great seafood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Great getaway after lockdown

Great, Sue upgraded us to the "Heritage House", We enjoyed staying here and would stay again in Sue's property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian R.

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

Work Stay

House was great, very comfortable & clean, all amenities and really appreciate having linen supplied! Warm greetings from host Sue on arrival and surprise welcome hamper of wine & snacks. Really enjoyed our stay, wish it was longer & would definitely like to return in the future. Hard to find fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joelle G.

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

Beautiful house by the beach

We LOVED our stay here! The property was beautiful and clean and was only a 5 minute drive into town. The house was also very open and light we can't wait to come back. Would recommend Sue was such a great host as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
I'm so happy that you enjoyed your stay and that you really liked my place. Joelle, you are most welcome to come again and I highly recommend you as the ideal guests to other hosts. Best regards Sue
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudine J.

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

Cosy, warm & inviting

Cosy, warm & inviting. Excellent for those who require wheelchair accessibility.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Justin H.

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

Privacy and luxury is on point.

Lonsdale Palms is actually three separate cottages on the one property, located a short drive from Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff. We stayed at the middle child, the two bedroom, two bathroom Ruby Cottage. This thoroughly modern, well maintained property is light and airy; spacious and comfortable with all the mod cons, including dishwasher and climate control; large TV and blu ray. Importantly for us Lonsdale Palms is a pet friendly property, and each cottage is securely fenced. The pool room in this cottage is a nice touch as is the complimentary hamper of goodies when you arrive. The owner, Susanne’s, responses to queries were always prompt and helpful. Overall a lovely and relaxing place to come back to after a day at Point Lonsdale beach or dinner at one of the great restaurants in Queenscliff. Recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Susanne O'Brien

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What I love most about Ruby Cottage is the sense of peace it brings. Set within beautiful established gardens, it's a place where guests can slow down, enjoy the fresh coastal air and reconnect with nature.

This property is especially close to my heart. It forms part of what was once our family's much-loved farmhouse on five acres. After my husband passed away following his battle with cancer, I embarked on a journey to thoughtfully redevelop the property, creating beautiful, accessible accommodation where everyone—including guests with mobility challenges—could enjoy a memorable holiday.

As a passionate birdwatcher and gardener, I never tire of the incredible birdlife, native trees and changing seasons of the Bellarine Peninsula. The property's rich soil, a legacy of its former life as a chook farm, allows the gardens to flourish and gives me enormous pleasure throughout the year.

Nothing makes me happier than knowing guests create their own special memories here—whether it's sharing time with family, relaxing with friends, exploring the coast, or simply enjoying the tranquillity of this very special place.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this part of the Bellarine Peninsula many years ago because it offers something increasingly rare—a place where nature, history and a relaxed coastal lifestyle come together beautifully.

As a keen birdwatcher and gardener, I never tire of the incredible diversity of birdlife, the native landscapes and the changing seasons. Whether it's an early morning walk along the beach, exploring the wetlands, cycling quiet country roads or simply listening to the birds from the garden, every visit brings something new.

I also love the area's welcoming villages, wonderful cafés, wineries, local produce and rich maritime history. Point Lonsdale and nearby Queenscliff have retained their unique character while offering visitors so much to see and do.

For me, this is a place to slow down, reconnect with nature and spend quality time with the people who matter most. I hope every guest leaves feeling as refreshed and inspired by this special corner of Victoria as I do.

What makes this property unique

Ruby Cottage was purposefully designed to provide a level of privacy rarely found in two-bedroom accommodation. Rather than placing the bedrooms side by side, I positioned the two bathrooms between them, creating separate, private sleeping zones. Each bedroom also opens onto its own outdoor deck, giving guests a peaceful place to enjoy a morning coffee or quiet moment alone.

This thoughtful layout makes Ruby Cottage exceptionally versatile. It works beautifully for two couples travelling together, families with older children, friends holidaying together, or client and carer arrangements where both comfort and personal space are important.

Combined with step-free accessibility, a gourmet kitchen, separate games room, private fully fenced garden and quality furnishings throughout, Ruby Cottage offers much more than a place to stay—it provides a comfortable, welcoming retreat where everyone can relax in their own way.

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