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Entire apartment·Private host

Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape.

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, Netflix, DVD player, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape.

Situated in picturesque Darling Road, Darling Retreat is the perfect haven for singles or couples to explore all that Sorrento and the Southern Peninsula has to offer...stay home and enjoy this delightful open-plan cottage apartment. Turn your stay into a health retreat...when available, Reflexology may be included...please ask for details.
Thoughtful appointments include: split system air-conditioning, allergy-free hydronic heating, two smart tvs, Netflix, internet, kitchen, luxury bathroom, private outdoor deck area with sun lounges and dining setting, fine cotton sheets, secure off-street car parking…and all just a two-minute stroll to the cafes, restaurants, shopping boutiques, historic buildings and galleries that Sorrento is famous for. Walk a few more minutes and you’re on the beach and maybe catching a glimpse of local Burrunan Dolphins.

Property manager

Daryl

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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 is also known as

Darling Retreat is Perfect That Quiet Relaxing Holiday Escape
Darling Retreat is Perfect That Quiet Relaxing Holiday Escape

About the area

Sorrento, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this apartment. Peninsula Hot Springs and Searoad Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mornington Peninsula National Park and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. Queenscliff Maritime Museum and Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station are also worth visiting.
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Sorrento, VIC

What's nearby

  • Sorrento Front Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Searoad Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sorrento Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Blairgowrie Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Point Nepean National Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 86 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blairgowrie Beach Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mubble - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪16 Beach General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rye Hotel - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape.?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape. located?

Located in Sorrento, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Manyung Gallery at Sorrento, Mornington Peninsula National Park and Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries. Searoad Ferry Terminal and Sorrento Front Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Darling Retreat is perfect for that quiet, relaxing holiday escape. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet and private yet located a couple of minutes walk from shops etc. Very convenient and comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denise B.

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

Quaint, clean, convenient

Quaint cottage style accomodation with very close walking distance to shops & cages.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great stay

Great property, great host, fantastic location! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon H.

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

Very enjoyable and convenient stay in Sorrento

We had a very enjoyable stay in an excellent property, which is in a very convenient location in Sorrento. Daryl was a very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Lovely place in Sorrento

The situation was perfect.Quiet yet close to all amenities. Our hostwaswonderful and
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kim C.

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

Weekend Getaway

A very clean, secure & private place to stay for our long weekend getaway. Ideally located within walking distance to shops, restaurants & beach. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

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

Great location

Wasn’t at the property much was down for a hens weekend but perfect location to walk to our events
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann J.

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

Fabulous location

This lovely little cottage is walking distance to the main street of Sorrento and the beach. It was a beautiful spot for our anniversary weekend away and we would definitely recommend it 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wally B.

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

Nice unit convenient to everything.

The property is perfect if you want to have walking access to town, back beach, bay swimming areas and ferry.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Keith B.

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

Close to shopping strip

Clean and well presented
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa C.

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

Great

Perfect for two to relax. Location was a great convenience. Walked to shops and restaurants. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny R.

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

Handy getaway

The apartment was perfect for our stay in Sorrento. The location was ideal and meant we could leave the car and walk to beach, shops and restaurants. The unit itself was efficiently appointed and had a brilliant sense of space indoors and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

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

Convenient comfort

Great location 5 to 10 minutes walk to shops, restaurants and beach. Secure, spotless and well equipped property. Excellent for a couple. One of the best we have stayed in. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

janeehayes@aapt.net.au H.

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

A quiet getaway in great location

A small, private but adequate place to stay for a couple of nights. It's best feature is that it is within walking distance to beach and main street of Sorrento It has had an upmarket large bathroom renovation and although very nice didn't quite fit in with the casual feel of the place A portable electric hot plate is provided and microwave for reheating purposes rather than cooking a meal Towels ( well washed ) and bed linen provided but no top sheet for the bed Probably better if guests bring their own The outdoor area would benefit from an umbrella in warm weather The host was friendly, easy to communicate with and kindly offered us a late check out
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Uplifting Happy Vibes!

My wife and I found this beautiful place to be perfect for her weekend birthday getaway. It had everything we needed and more. Relaxing spaces with good positive vibes throughout in a very private setting. It was a massive bonus to find how close in a short walk this place was to the Sorrento shopping district. Our host Daryl made everything so perfect with instructions, codes inc wifi and directions for check in/out so that all we had to do was arrive. Beautifully presented and spotlessly clean with a thoughtful approach in its design and supply of items to cater for all our needs during our stay. We have stayed in many places in recent times and although some have been 2-3 times the cost, this lovely place is our best pick so far and we will definitely be back. We love coming to gorgeous Sorrento and there is no better place for us than Darling retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia T.

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

Location location

Great location and perfect for 2 people
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

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

Amazing location and very comfortable.

My partner and I stayed for 3 nights and really enjoyed our stay. The unit has a casual, beach hut vibe. New bathroom with a great shower, galley kitchen, comfortable bed and comfy sofa. The unit feels larger and brighter than the photos with several sky lights. Private carport at the front of the unit behind a secure roller door. Unit is separated from the main house by a tall wall and feels nice and private. The location is fantastic - 3 minute walk to the centre of town and main shopping strip. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

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

Great property close to town

The property was clean and tidy and the owner contacted us in the morning to confirm he was leaving the heater on which was a great surprise. There was so much room and made the stay very comfortable and great peace of mind as well to be able to park the car within a secured car parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Julie T.

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

Good Budget stay

Check in easy and off street parking under roller door. Odd layout inside. Bed very creaky and firm. TV reception not working due to Ariel being moved by contruction next door. Towels very poor, no hand towels. Short walk to shops and cafes make it very accessible. Definitely a budget stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Seaside cottage

Charming, clean and warm seaside cottage. Stroll to Sorrento central with accommodating and responsive host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M D., Melbourne, Australia

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

Lovely stay

Lovely and clean, excellent location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rehana S.

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

Great place

The place was lovely and cosy. It was very clean and there was a nice lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The outdoor section was nice too, even though we didn’t use it. It had a lovely feeling. Shower was awesome and the bed was comfy. Daryl was great at replying to messages and he allowed us to change our weekend without a charge. Thanks Daryl. Your place is awesome. Will definitely come back and tell everyone about how great it was.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Booking was a shamozzle, passwords to communicate with host, but accomodation was excellent. Dealing thru Wotif,stayz, Wdbo and Homesway was a nightmare, I’m sure I Booked with wot if . Airbb next time for me
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn D., Melbourne

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

Lovely stay for two people

Very clean and comfortable for two people.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Koroush R.

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

Darling place

All was good small place just enough for two people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021