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Barwon Cottage

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Barwon Heads, VIC

Barwon Heads Golf Club
‪3 min drive‬
13th Beach Golf Links
‪8 min drive‬
Adventure Park Geelong
‪15 min drive‬
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Barwon Cottage

Renovated cottage on large fenced block. Upstairs you will find a large queen bedroom. Downstairs is a bathroom 2 toilets with spa bath overlooking a fernery and large walk in shower, as well as an open plan fully contained kitchen with dining and lounge. Full size fridge dishwasher microwave oven and cooktop complete the kitchen. Washing machine and dryer in separate laundry. Large smart tv and free WIFI. Quality furnishings and linen throughout the home ensures you have a wonderful time away and you can even bring your dog! Have a relaxing bath and chill by the gas log fire after dinner out at one of the many restaurants in Barwon Heads within a 3 min drive or 15 min walk. Netflix and Stan available on smart TV. Your dog will have complete freedom to move around the property with the front fence high as shown on photos. The house is warm and cozy in winter, perfect for a romantic getaway or cool in summer with ceiling fans and air conditioning. Please note the only bedroom upstairs does not have air conditioning and can get very hot. It has a ceiling fan.

Property manager

Jackie

Premier Host

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dog poo picked up. No dog on furniture or carpet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Dishes must not be left in dishwasher. No dog allowed upstairs. Dog not allowed on furniture. Vacuum excessive dog fur up. Pick up dog poo.

Please put bins out on Sundays. Cleaning fees will be charged for extra cleaning above the normal amount per hr.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this cottage is on a river. Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Fort Queenscliff Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pilots' Cottages and Fort Queenscliff. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Australian Skydive or GMHBA Stadium.

Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Barwon Heads Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
13th Beach Golf Links - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Adventure Park Geelong - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 23 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

Marshall Station - 21 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Mex - ‬10 min drive
‪Napona - ‬7 min drive
‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪At the Heads Wine Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Starfish Bakery - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Barwon Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Barwon Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barwon Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barwon Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Barwon Heads Golf Club. 13th Beach and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bianca Q.

9 Jul, 2025

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

Perfect short stay with our pets

We had a lovely time at this property, our dogs loved the large, fenced yard, and it was close enough to walk to the main street.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

30 Mar, 2025

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

Great

Beautiful place in a beautiful location. With the added bonus of having our dog stay with us

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRANT B.

27 Apr, 2025

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

Great house for a quick break

Brilliant house, with even better space for the pooch. Best shower I’ve ever had at a short term stay, everything there that we needed. Absolutely recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

13 Apr, 2025

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

Quick Getaway

Perfect for a quick getaway!!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

2 Feb, 2025

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

Week of relaxation

Wonderful stay in dog friendly accommodation. Clean, close to village, river & beach. Would love to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joop F.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Good spot

The house is in a good spot. The Center of BW is in walking distance.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

16 Mar, 2025

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

A perfect getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at your cottage- it was beautifully decorated, wonderful facilities (in particular the bathroom with the relaxing garden out the window) and a big secure backyard for our dog to run around in! We will be back again! Thank you for a providing a great home away from home!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

1 May, 2024

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

Sweet cottage - perfect for a long weekend.

Super cute cottage in a fabulous location.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

15 Nov, 2024

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

A little gem

Home away from home. Clean, comfy, lovely amenities. Secure big yard for dogs to play. Close to shops, river and beaches. An ideal getaway. We’ll keep coming back!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon D.

11 Oct, 2023

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

Perfect base for short golfing holiday

Great property, good location and everything provided for. A lovely vibe and clearly dog friendly, although mine had to stay home for this trip.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

23 Feb, 2024

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

Comfortable and relaxing property

We were very happy with our stay at Ben’s cottage. Clean and well setup for a very relaxing holiday and the space for our dog was secure and dog friendly.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paula R.

9 Dec, 2023

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

Nice property and location

Would recommend

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

16 Oct, 2023

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

Lovely Cottage

A perfect cottage on a nice sized, secure block that allows your dog(s) to run around freely. Very comfortable and in a great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

9 Dec, 2024

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

A little gem

What a great property- within walking distance to the Main Street where we enjoyed a lovely breakfast with our dog. The property was perfect, plenty of space for 2 adults and a furry friend. It was equipped with everything we needed. We didn’t use the spa bath during our stay but will return some other time for a longer stay. Our dog was also very relaxed which makes for a great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

31 Mar, 2024

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

Long weekend

Lovely presented cottage in quiet location with all the amenities we needed including plenty of yard space for dogs to roam. Approx 25 mins walk to Hitchcock street cafes, shops etc. We absolutely loved our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

1 Dec, 2023

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

Ben’s comfy cottage

Clean, convenient, nice feel to the main living area and secure yard for dogs. We always relax there and totally enjoy our stay. Very well appointed furnishings; kitchen and bathroom. We’re already planning our next visit!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

18 Feb, 2023

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

Fantastic

very relaxing private and quiet with good amenities

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

21 Jul, 2023

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

Great find

Fabulous cosy comfortable and well appointed house in quiet neighbourhood, with a quick and easy walk to beautiful offload parkland. Would love to stay there again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Jul, 2023

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

Nice stay thank you

Myself and my little dog had a lovely short stay. The backyard was great and the house really cosy and comfortable. The spa bath was lovely too. Would recommend to others. Thanks

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

22 May, 2023

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

Lovely cottage in Barwon

Clean and tidy, well appointed, had everything we needed for a relaxing stay, second time around. It was cold so we welcomed the excellent gas heating which warmed the house. Our dogs enjoyed the spacious and secure yard.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

12 Jun, 2023

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

Pet friendly long week-end getaway

Ourselves and our elderly dog enjoyed ourselves. Excellent secure yard, quiet neighbourhood and very comfortable accommodation with everything we needed. We walked to shops, river and beach. Very happy with our stay. Would go back again. Excellent value for money.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

annie s.

22 Sept, 2022

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

A relaxing getaway for golf, fishing and beach

My husband, kids, dog and I had a wonderful 5 days, 4 nights getaway at Jackie’s place. It was relaxing and the house had everything we needed to be comfortable. It was very close to the river, town centre, beach and golf courses. The neighbourhood was very quiet which added to the relaxation. A highly rated place if you are after a getaway by the sea. Thank you Jackie.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Adeline N.

20 Jul, 2023

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

Comfortable place

Really pretty bathroom and loved the double shower. Needs a split air conditioner upstairs as it it way too cold.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline O.

7 Apr, 2023

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

A wonderful getaway!

We absolutely loved our stay at Ben’s cottage. It was in such a great location to discover beautiful Barwon Heads but also a great base for day trips to the surrounding area. The cottage is filled with light and beautifully decorated. It’s cozy and spacious at the same time and we really felt like we were at home. Our two dogs also loved it, particularly exploring the large garden. Everything was spotlessly clean and Jackie is a fantastic, responsive host. We look forward to returning again in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine W.

13 Feb, 2023

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

Home away from home

Really comfortable place to stay with every thing you need. The spa was really nice. I didn’t take too much note when booking the queen bed as it was up stairs while toilets downstairs. But I managed. Next time I’d book ground floor bedroom

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jackie

Mother of 2, dog lover, nurse, fitness professional.

Why they chose this property

Bens cottage is the cutest small home you'll ever stay at. Its clean, beautifully presented inside and when you walk in you will feel like your on holidays straight away. I have spent a lot of time in the cottage so it has everything you need, the fully fenced yard is perfect for your dog and dog friendly beaches are not far away. We have the river at one side and the beach at the other to pick from and a cute little street with great shops. Great ocean road not far away.