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Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner

Family-friendly vacation home in Portarlington

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Unwind in a natural bush setting at this Portarlington beach retreat, just two streets from the ocean. This cottage-style home features a large deck area under gum trees and is close to the pier, local shops and Bellarine peninsula wineries.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner

This beach retreat cottage style home is privately positioned and tucked away in a quiet street in Portarlington. It offers a beautiful natural bush setting with large gum trees and a large deck area under the trees.
It's two streets from the beach and takes less than 5 minutes walk to get there.
Twenty minutes further up the walking track which overlooks the ocean, you arrive at the pier where you can take a return trip via ferry to Docklands for only $13; opposite the pier are the local shops, there you can have a delicious breakfast or dessert, check out the boutiques and other local stores.

This property is just a short drive to the Bellarine peninsula wineries.

This house filled with style and warmth sleeps up to 4 adults with 2 kids comfortably. The cottage has 2 bedrooms, a family room with sliding glass doors open into a large covered patio and open deck capturing all the welcoming morning sun with the beach breeze, the perfect place to put your feet up and relax.
First bed has a queen bed and second bedroom has a bunk bed, double bed on bottom and a single bed on top, this room also has another single bed.
The living area includes a television and DVD, and there are games to keep everyone entertained well into the evening. Longer stays are made easier with the washing machine facility. Guests need to bring their own towels, toiletries and beach towels .

Pets are welcome to stay outside the house, they can also sleep in the laundry at night but we ask that otherwise they stay outside. The fencing around the property is secure for pet. please note minimum stay is 2 nights.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only outside the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,195 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside the house.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

204030

About the neighborhood

Map
Portarlington, VIC

What's nearby

  • Steely Rocks Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Portarlington Golf Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Portarlington Waterfront - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Portarlington Ferry Dock - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 17 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Cow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Whiskery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Port Pier Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Boatman's Fish & Chips - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner located?

This family-friendly Portarlington vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Steely Rocks Beach and Portarlington Golf Club. Portarlington Waterfront and Portarlington Ferry Dock are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Little Port Cottage - Enjoy a bush setting and a beach around the corner Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Love little Port Cottage

Second time back and our family loved it as much as the first time. Everything you need and a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Theoni B.

Great stay

Nice atmosphere, where nature meets the sea. Nice and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

CASSANDRA X.

Beautiful Little Cottage

Our whole family enjoyed the stay at the little port cottage. Truly beautiful and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

rebecca m.

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

Easy family holiday

Thanks to our hosts for providing a clean and relaxed little cottage to enjoy a nice family holiday. The cottage had all the necessary facilities and the location was great with an easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bernard G.

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

Stay July 25

All good, but the TV stopped working - needs to be set up again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

Awesome

Fantastic place and will definitely be back there thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P., Melbourne, Australia

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

Cosy house in beautiful garden setting

Simple but has everything you need. Lovely gardens and cubby house for the kids. Walking distance to the beach and town centre. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matilda H.

Beautiful property

Very impressed with the attention to detail
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

GRAEME

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very good aii round
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pia H.

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

Lovely spot

Thoroughly enjoyed charming Little Port cottage. Great location. House had everything we needed. Thanks Cindy and Floyd. Best wishes Pia and Lester
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley C.

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

Family Visit

Booked this property for my son and his family for a short Christmas visit. They loved the cosiness of the property-even their 6 year old commented. Small compared to some - but perfectly formed. The front deck with the beautifully peaceful garden was like an extra room. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Lovely Portarlington

We had a wonderful stay. The cottage has a beautiful ambience with an outdoor decking for al fresco dining immersed in a lovely garden setting. Comfortable lounge suite in open plan living area. Master bedroom was very comfortable. I loved the walk on the shared walking/bike trail along the beach frontage to Portarlington. Lovely vistas. Great for cycling. I cycled down to St Leonard on a hired e-bike from Indented Heads to St Leonard’s and then back to Portarlington. What a great ride. All in all a great stay and wonderful holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine N., Mornington Peninsula

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

Loved Little Port Cottage

First of all, thank you Cindy for being such a thoughtful and responsive host. We loved the cottage. Comfortable beds and furniture, cosy wood heater, a fully equipped kitchen. All the lovely seaside touches including paintings by local artists. A native garden full of surprises including the solar fairy lights at night. Quite magical. Just the best cubby house in a good size backyard. Beautiful trees which attract the birds and provide shade. Quiet area and only a short walk to the beach and township. We look forward to our next stay at Little Port Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cottage and most impress3d with the quality of the cottage and the grounds. However, I did not receive any information after I had booked except for initial acceptance of payment, therefore we had not way to get in and we had no towels with us. With two littlies this was a bit hard. Had to ring owners who helped us get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful cottage that has everything you might need in the perfect location. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Great family holiday home.

The Little Port Cottage is a great place for a family to relax and enjoy a relaxing holiday within walking distance to the sea. It's clean and comfortable to.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Karyn W.

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

Small Cottage at Portarlington

Nice little cottage in a lovely seaside village.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra N.

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

Cosy and peaceful

My partner and I stayed at Little Port Cottage with 4 kids 9-16. The cottage was so cosy and private, walking distance to everything so the kids can go away and leave us alone. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Liz D.

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

Little Port Cottage

Clean, cosy and comfortable with delightful touches. Enjoyed the woodfire and the shower was superb. Quirky garden, secure yard for my dog and so close to the esplanade we could walk for kilometers either way. Would definitely stay again. One tip, BYO towels, I didn't but the owner obligingly lent me a towel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Catherine P.

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

Cottage Stay.

We enjoyed 3 nights at Little Port Cottage. The house was well equipped and very comfortable. We loved having the wood fire going in the evening, it warmed the whole house. Sitting on the front veranda enjoying a cuppa and looking at the interesting garden was very relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Fantastic property

My daughter (17) and I loved this charming little cottage and gorgeous garden. Cosy and warm and very clean. It has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Damien L.

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

Very Enjoyable

Great little holiday property for the family. We selected it because it is dog friendly and enjoyed our limited time there very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Communication
The location is perfect. But my son's single bed with some hairs and dead bug on it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine M.

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

Lovely little Cottage

Perfect for a few days away. Everything we needed and more. Lovely walking path close by and the coffee and breakfasts in the Village were very good. Would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

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

Highly recommended. Location - walking distance to swimming beach and town Center . Well equipped

Very pleasant stay - Charming little cottage . 2nd bedroom a little small . Max 4 people . Cindy has gone out of her way by allowing an earlier check in and late check out of a few hours . So thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020