10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Short Stay
Jane B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Entire home·Private host
Old School Beach House
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- WasherWasher
- Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
Explore the area
Venus Bay, VIC
- Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve18 min walk
- Point Smythe Coastal Reserve8 min drive
- Eagles Nest33 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Old School Beach House
Just two hour's drive from Melbourne, Old School Beach House in Venus Bay is the perfect getaway location for romantic weekends, family holidays and time with friends. The beautifully furnished 120-year-old school house features a gabled roof, panelled timber walls and wooden floors, all complemented by a small extension which encompasses 3 bedrooms, a dining room and bathroom/laundry.
The stylishly fitted home has a laid-back, luxurious vide. The main living area is flooded with natural light and includes a comfortable lounge, TV, DVD, Bluetooth speakers and gas heating for the cooler months.
The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped with under bench fridge and freezer, oven/stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, KitchenAid coffee machine and a unique Schoolhouse themed pantry catering to all of your local gourmet food and wine storage needs.
The Master and Second bedrooms and equipped with Queen sized beds and floor to ceiling sliding doors which can be opened out onto the back yard. Relax, stay in bed and enjoy the outlook across the tea tree garden, into the Cape Liptrap coastal reserve and sand dunes and listen to the native Eastern Whipbird and ocean waves.
The third bedroom has a single over double bunk plus a trundle mattress. It is a fun room to accommodate the kids and is also able to comfortably accommodate a third couple.
The bathroom/laundry provides toilet, open shower, vanity and washing machine. All basic laundry requirements such as iron, ironing board, washing baskets etc. are available there for your convenience. A cloths line is also attached to the side of the house, particularly useful to dry off those beach towels at the end of a day on the beach.
The natural back yard is home to beautiful native plants, tea trees and has a gas BBQ and outdoor shower. The rustic gate at the back fence opens out onto Cape Liptrap reserve and sand dunes. A stunning walk out that gate and you find yourself at Venus Bay Beach 1, a broad sandy ocean beach that is popular for summing and surfing and is patrolled by the Venus Bay surf lifesaving club during the summer months.
Old School Beach House is also a 10-minute stroll to the main street shops and park and a short drive to the Andersons Inlet Coastal Reserve.
The stylishly fitted home has a laid-back, luxurious vide. The main living area is flooded with natural light and includes a comfortable lounge, TV, DVD, Bluetooth speakers and gas heating for the cooler months.
The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped with under bench fridge and freezer, oven/stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, KitchenAid coffee machine and a unique Schoolhouse themed pantry catering to all of your local gourmet food and wine storage needs.
The Master and Second bedrooms and equipped with Queen sized beds and floor to ceiling sliding doors which can be opened out onto the back yard. Relax, stay in bed and enjoy the outlook across the tea tree garden, into the Cape Liptrap coastal reserve and sand dunes and listen to the native Eastern Whipbird and ocean waves.
The third bedroom has a single over double bunk plus a trundle mattress. It is a fun room to accommodate the kids and is also able to comfortably accommodate a third couple.
The bathroom/laundry provides toilet, open shower, vanity and washing machine. All basic laundry requirements such as iron, ironing board, washing baskets etc. are available there for your convenience. A cloths line is also attached to the side of the house, particularly useful to dry off those beach towels at the end of a day on the beach.
The natural back yard is home to beautiful native plants, tea trees and has a gas BBQ and outdoor shower. The rustic gate at the back fence opens out onto Cape Liptrap reserve and sand dunes. A stunning walk out that gate and you find yourself at Venus Bay Beach 1, a broad sandy ocean beach that is popular for summing and surfing and is patrolled by the Venus Bay surf lifesaving club during the summer months.
Old School Beach House is also a 10-minute stroll to the main street shops and park and a short drive to the Andersons Inlet Coastal Reserve.
Property manager
Michelle/Justin Kerr
Property amenities
Beach
- Near the beach
- Beach towels
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Toaster
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Coffee/tea maker
- Kitchen island
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
- DVD player
- Video library
- Stereo
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Patio
- Fenced garden
- Barbecue
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the city centre
Things to do
- Fishing nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
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Policies
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
Children are welcome
Important information
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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
Old School House Venus Bay
Old School Beach House Venus Bay
Old School Beach House Private vacation home
Old School Beach House Private vacation home Venus Bay
211343
About the area
Venus Bay
Located in Venus Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve and Point Smythe Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rainbow Park and Bunurong Coastal Reserve. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
What's nearby
- Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve - 18 min walk
- Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 8 min drive
- Rainbow Park - 26 min drive
- Inlet Beach - 26 min drive
- Eagles Nest - 33 min drive
Getting around
- Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 143 min drive
Restaurants
- Tarwin Lower Market - 5 min drive
- The Cavity - 8 min walk
- The Bird & the Wolf Cafe - 5 min drive
- The Bay Gourmet - 8 min walk
- Agapi Fish & Chips - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Old School Beach House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Old School Beach House?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Old School Beach House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Old School Beach House located?
Located in the heart of Venus Bay, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Noleen
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property with excellent location and what charm!
Noleen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amynta B.
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy
We had a great stay in this gorgeous cottage. It was warm and cosy on a couple of chilly nights, within walking distance to the shops and beach. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you to Michelle for being so accommodating with our last minute change.
Amynta B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
13 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
Stayed here for a second time! A lovely stylish property, a short walk from the shops and a gorgeous 10 min path to the beach
Sarah N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui W.
3 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property- old schoolhouse
Michelle the host was excellent and very engaging. We arrived to a handwritten note and a bottle of wine. I loved how the property had been modernised on the inside but had kept some of the old features too. The house is beautifully decorated and feels like a home away from home. Because the gas and electricity was turned off when we arrived which is understandable, the hot water took a few hours to heat up from the water tank so don’t expect a warm shower when you arrive.
We had a wonderful weekend and would absolutely recommend the old schoolhouse and Venus Bay beach:
We also went to the shell museum at Inverloch which is a short drive away and well worth the the $2 donation per person which contributes to the upkeep of the museum.
Thanks for the wonderful hospitality!
Jacqui W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cristine G.
30 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful weekend away.
Very cosy little cottage.
Cristine G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Old School House Wow!!
Everything we needed, comfortable & clean. Great location, quiet & peaceful.
Very much enjoyed.
Karen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Primrose M.
23 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and comfortable
Was perfect for us. Could walk to the local shops and eating places.
Primrose M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
24 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay a Old School Cottage
Clean and cosy and well catered. The location in a quiet area opening out into the bush was wonderful. We highly recommend the cottage.
Karen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rowan M.
21 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing beach holiday
We really enjoyed our stay - cosy nights and many, many trips down to Venus Bay beach, along a lovely path through beautiful flowering scrub. The house is well equipped, with comfy beds and a very pretty outdoor area.
Rowan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022