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3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk

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A wooden interior with a staircase, a sofa, and a welcome mat. - 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk (Mount Martha)
A bedroom with a bed, a fan, and a view of a deck and trees. - 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk (Mount Martha)
A wooden deck with a white railing, a table with chairs, and lush greenery in the background. - 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk (Mount Martha)
A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, and a large window providing natural light. - 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk (Mount Martha)
A spacious living area with hardwood flooring, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a couch. - 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk (Mount Martha)
Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground at 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk

  • Welcome! My name is Tim, and it’s my pleasure to open my family home to you.

    This isn't a cold, commercial rental property — it is a genuine home and family sanctuary that I personally live in and love whenever guests aren't staying. Because it’s a real home, it has a warm, lived-in soul, comfortable spaces, and everything you need for a relaxing, authentic getaway with family, friends, and your dog.

    A Truly Private 3/4-Acre Oasis

    Unlike standard quarter-acre suburban blocks lined with close neighbors, our home sits on a sprawling ¾-acre property backing directly onto the 65-acre Citation Reserve. You’ll feel the quiet calm as soon as you walk in and look out across the lush green reserve from the kitchen.

    - Native Birdlife: The wrap-around balcony, shaded by James Stirling and Silver Birch trees, is an incredible spot to hear native birds over morning coffee or watch kookaburras up close in the afternoon.

    - Scenic Boardwalk to Beach: A peaceful 20-minute stroll along the Balcombe Creek estuary boardwalk takes you straight into Mt Martha village and down to the beach.

    It’s the perfect way to start the day, enjoy some quiet solitude, or walk the dog away from busy roads.

    Comfortable Family Accommodation

    Designed for group catch-ups and multi-generational stays, the house comfortably sleeps adults and kids alike:
    - Spacious Master Bedroom: Generous private retreat.
    - 3 Queen Beds: All with new or near-new mattresses for a restful sleep.
    - Kids' Setup: Bunk room (sleeping 2) plus an extra single mattress for friends.
    - Outdoor Living: The expansive wrap-around deck has hosted many unforgettable summer evening dinners surrounded by trees and quiet reserve views.

    Pets & Welcoming Spirit

    - Pets Welcome: We love dogs, and with prior permission, your furry family member is very welcome to join you!
    - 12+ Years of Happy Guests: Over more than a decade of hosting, the feedback we hear most often is how deeply peaceful, grounding, and restoring a stay here feels.

    Feel free to reach out if you'd like to ask any questions or request a visit to inspect before booking. We’d love to share our retreat with you!

    (Please note: Minimum 3-night stay post-Christmas/January. Registration no: STRA0172/18)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (102 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 3,498 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please ensure the heater and air conditioner are turned off
Replace any outdoor furniture that has been moved
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STRA0172/18

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Mount Martha, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Peninsula Community Theatre and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mornington Railway and Mornington Park. Mornington Library and Bay Fish N Trips are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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Mount Martha, VIC

What's nearby

  • A natural landscape with a small pond, a stone bridge, and a cave entrance.
    Peninsula Hot Springs
    23 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Balcombe Creek Bushland Reserve
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Martha Beach North
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mount Martha Community Forest
    2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Hopetoun Norfolk Flora and Fauna Reserve
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station
    13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Commonfolk Coffee
    9 min drive
  • Factory Cafe
    9 min drive
  • The Dava Hotel
    7 min drive
  • Tar Barrel Brewery & Distillery
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk located?

Located in Mount Martha, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Balcombe Creek Bushland Reserve and Mount Martha Beach North. Hopetoun Norfolk Flora and Fauna Reserve and Mount Martha Community Forest are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

3/4 acre Beach House, walk to beach & Mt Martha hamlet on Estuary boardwalk Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, quiet and peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time. The home was excellent. Pet friendly. I'd highly recommend this property. Loved the morning walk along the boardwalk to the beach. The kookaburras were an added extra.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really amazing property, we had a wonderful stay with our family. I think our dog Banjo enjoyed the trip the most, big back yard to play in and wonderful walking trails along the creek and beaches. Lovely house with lots of room. Kitchen / laundry facilities all really good. Great communication from the hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot

We had such a great stay. The house is in a beautiful setting with a big lawn area and bushland around it which made for a peaceful holiday. Tim was great, and we hope to be back again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Retreat

Great spot. Tiddler and dogs loved the back yard
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach holiday house

Very comfortable spacious beach house, with access to Balcombe Creek boardwalk. Quiet location a few minutes drive from beautiful Mount Martha beach and village.Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay at Mt Martha!We absolutely loved it. The place was amazing. Clean, comfortable, and beautifully set in a peaceful area. Everything we needed was close by, from shops and cafes to the beach and walking trails.The host was very friendly and quick to respond to all our messages, making check-in and communication effortless. It truly felt like a home away from home. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing getaway in Mt Martha!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5 star rating

This stay property was very easy to book and communicate to the owner. Once arrive the check in process was easy and was clear instructions from the owner on how to proceed. Once inside it was very clean and well maintained and it was an excellent stay for our big group.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Local stay.

Quiet. Relaxing, easy to manage. Excellent location. Streaming could be provided for range of on line shows
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well presented and clean. Beds were comfortable. Upstairs had good A/C which was needed on a 40 degree day! Lovely outlook amongst the trees. Excellent location.Downstairs bathroom has a shower over bath with a considerable step down and temperature of shower hard to regulate due to low pressure, this is not suitable for elderly visitors however upstairs bathroom excellent and suitable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was really well presented, very clean and lots of space with lovely views over an expansive garden, and a wraparound verandah, which everyone enjoyed. Lots of games for entertainment, a generous kitchen and lounge area, and a large yard, which backed onto a reserve. Surrounded by bushland and only a 20-minute walk into the welcoming village of Mount Martha and its crystal-clear beaches.The property is in a quiet location and there is plenty of space for people and dogs. The large yard is fenced, but it may not be secure for dogs, so it's worth considering bringing a gate for the front entrance.Great holiday location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweeping greenery views

We loved our weekend at this spacious beach house! Tim was a thoughtful and attentive host. The setting is divine, with green views as far as the eye could see. We had breakfast and drinks/dinner on the large, wraparound verandah each day, marvelling at the quiet and birdsong. Access to the boardwalk/trail was a highlight for daily exercise and the short drive to the beach was ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Retreat in Nature

The location is amazing adjacent to the Balcombe santuary and if you have dogs, this is a great place to be as there are many walks for them. The house however needs updating with the aircon not being available in the master bedroom upstairs making it diffcult to sleep on warm nights despite having fans.The host was well responsive to messages and this was reassuring that our needs would be catered to even before we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private Oasis

A cosy home surrounded by an amazing treed vista. Walking tracks literally at your finger tips for both family and furry friends to enjoy. A very spacious home for everyone to find a place to relax and chill out. The kitchen was very well equipped for any dish that we wanted to cook up. The kids loved the boogie boards provided. It certainly made our days at the beach full of fun, so a big thanks.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Very Welcoming Getaway

The property was exactly what we were anticipating & more with access to Balcombe Reserve & the boardwalk running along Balcombe Creek to the beach. The balcony deck around the house was excellent & a great place to relax as the teens played badminton on the large lawn area below - we even dusted off the frisbee. The property was well maintained for its age & very comfortable. Tim was an exceptional host & responsive to a couple of our minor enquiries. The only drawback was our stay was too short at this awesome location. We will book again & can recommend all aspects of Tim's "Family Beachside Holiday House". Appreciated, Greg & crew
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday at Mt Martha

Great few days away at Mt Martha at fantastic location, and lovely accom for the family and the dogs. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property - very comfortable, spacious and well equipped, really good heating which was important given the cold rainy conditions. A beautiful and peaceful setting with direct access to walkways, secluded yet a short drive to the local shops. Communication with the host was excellent. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy Stay

Perfect location, very good host, good communication with host. Good for a relaxing time and fresh air.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in excellent condition - well maintained and spotlessly clean. Correspondence with the owner was easy and timely. A highlight was the friendly kookaburras that came to say hello every day (and seek a meal of course).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

Very relaxing and comfortable home. Plenty of room for a family of 4-6 with a great yard to spend time in. Close proximity to great shops for food, wine and gifts. Mount Martha has always been a great destination to visit with much to see and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not have pets.The house was very family/friends orientated.Tim.was a wonderful host.Definitely recommend this Stayz home
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent as always

Great experience as always in particular Tim who’s an excellent agent , responds to queries immediately and is a pleasure to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas stay at Mt. Martha

During the year if Covid with on again , off again holidays it was great to finally get away. Great communication with the owner helped remove anxiety about the hire of the house. It was in a fantastic position where we could walk along the boardwalk every morning to the beach for coffee. Xmas was fabulous and even our ‘care’ dog loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Archival

8/10 Good

Great dog friendly house

We recently spent 6 nights here with our 2 golden retrievers. The property is in a beautiful, peaceful part of Mount Martha and very secuely fenced. The house was comfortable and warm. Tim was fantasic to deal with. We are looking to move to the area and it was a perfect place to explore from. If you are a dog owner there are lead free beaches and a very large bushy area that is part of the Briars that is also off lead.