21 McMillan - located in a quiet part of the Second Estate

This property is pet friendly.

This property has full linen and bath towels provided. Note Linen AND Towels NOT Provided During Sept School Holidays

This comfortable three-bedroom home is located in a quiet part of the Second Estate, just a short walk from Beach Number Five. It has an open-plan living area and an ensuite in the main bedroom. There’s a private backyard with plenty of space, as well as a front balcony to enjoy the fresh air. The property is pet-friendly, with a fully fenced yard and a custom-built kennel that can be adjusted to suit small, medium, or large dogs.
There are two undercover BBQs, including a Weber, so you can cook outside in any season.
The house has NBN, WiFi, and Netflix available on a Chromecast-compatible TV.
An outdoor fire pit is available from May to October, with wood and kindling supplied.
For colder weather, the loungeroom has an electric heater with a flame effect to add some cosy atmosphere.
The kitchen includes an Aldi Expressi coffee pod machine and milk frother, with a small number of pods provided to get you started. A First Aid Kit is also on hand.
Bedroom layout:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed plus ensuite (shower and toilet)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Tri-bunk (double on bottom, single on top)
For dog owners:
The backyard is fully fenced, with a minimum height of around 1.4 metres. There’s a doggy door to the yard (375x635mm) and an adjustable kennel with three internal size options and a door measuring 260x475mm. The house has floating floorboards throughout, which makes cleaning up any accidents easier. If your dog comes inside, please use your own throw or rug to cover the couches.
Dog walking information:
Dogs can be walked on lead between Beaches 1 to 5 (including 2, 3 and 4) from 1 April to 30 November. Between 1 December and 31 March, on-lead walking is only allowed before 9am or after 6pm.
Your Perfect Coastal Escape in South Gippsland

Around 2 hours from Melbourne, Venus Bay is a peaceful coastal retreat surrounded by unspoiled beaches, scenic landscapes, and a warm, welcoming community. With five stunning beaches to choose from—including the popular Beach No. 1, patrolled by the Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club in summer—there’s no shortage of spots to swim, surf, or relax by the ocean. For boating and fishing, Anderson Inlet is just minutes away, offering calm waters perfect for kayaking or simply soaking in the views.

The local First Estate shopping strip has everything you need: a general store (with groceries, takeaway, coffee, and a bottle shop), The Cavity restaurant, a pizza shop, ice cream and fish and chips and two real estate offices.

Looking to explore? Nearby towns like Tarwin Lower (6 mins), Inverloch (20 mins), and Wonthaggi (30 mins) and Leongatha (25 mins) can help with your shopping needs, other towns such as Foster (30 mins), Meeniyan (20 mins) and Fish Creek (15 mins) offer charming cafes, shops, and coastal sights. Around 45 minutes away, Wilsons Promontory National Park promises unforgettable hikes, beaches, and wildlife.
Don’t miss the spectacular Point Smythe Walking Track—a peaceful trail through coastal bushland with sweeping views of the Bass Strait and Wilsons Prom. It’s a haven for birdwatchers, nature lovers, and anyone looking to disconnect and breathe in the sea air.

Whether you're here for a quiet beachside break or an active outdoor adventure, Venus Bay is the ideal base to experience the best of South Gippsland. Discover why so many return year after year—Venus Bay is the coastal gem you didn’t know you needed.


For longer walks you can drive to the end of Doyles Rd and walk your dog off-lead along the Inlet beach.

Or drive towards Tarwin Lower and walk along the bike track that follows the river from where 1st estate starts, to Tarwin Lower and back.