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Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a television on a white cabinet.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a fireplace.
A pathway leading to a house with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a wooden fence.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, leather sofas, and large windows offering views of greenery.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, two bedside tables, and a window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rye, VIC
  • Place, Rye Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Hot Springs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Dunes Golf Links
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪108 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this holiday home you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Rye Beach and 3.2 km (2 mi) from The Dunes Golf Links. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a fenced private garden are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Near this Rye holiday home, you'll find Peninsula Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • The Dunes Golf Links - 13 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hot Springs Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪3941 Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cups Estate - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬4 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.

Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye

The 3 bedroom coastal cottage has a light-filled living space with vaulted ceilings where guests can relax and unwind. There are board games and books, as well as TV and good wifi to keep you entertained.

A cosy wood fire warms up winter nights and a fire pit on the secluded front patio means guests can enjoy an evening outside. We also have the convenience of two efficient split systems, one downstairs and one on the mezzanine, ensuring comfort all year round.

Bedroom Configuration
Master bedroom - Queen-size bed in the unique mezzanine
Second bedroom - Queen bed
Bedroom three - King single bunk bed.

There is a newly renovated bathroom and an additional powder room.

The home has a new hot water outdoor shower with rainwater shower head, so you can rinse off after the beach and avoid the shower queue.

Whether you’re planning a lazy day in or a fun day out, The Loft at Rye has you covered. There is a well equipped kitchen or outdoor bbq if you want to cook at home, or it’s just a 10-minute walk to local restaurants in Rye.

It’s the perfect location to explore the lively Mornington Peninsula, visit prestigious wineries and the hot springs are only a few minutes away.

This home has a no party policy.

Sorry no bucks and absolutely no schoolies bookings of any kind, not even quiet ones
Hens parties by application only. Please message through your plans and we will come back to you promptly.

Your booking is for the whole house. Shortly before your arrival date you will be provided with details on how to access the property. Linen, bath towels and starter amenities are provided and included in the price.

Well behaved pet welcome but not on furniture or beds and all traces of pet need to be cleaned up prior to departure.

We look forward to welcoming you to our home

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Rules

This reservation is not confirmed until the required guest verification process has been completed.
Strict local council regulations apply to this property and compliance with all requirements is mandatory.
Guest verification must be completed within 24 hours of booking or the reservation may be cancelled.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye?

Yep, Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye is a short 13-minute walk from Rye Beach. Fun beach activities include sailing, fishing and swimming.

Does Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye?

No, Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Pet Friendly - The Observation Loft at Rye Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great stay

A lovely property on a great location and beautifully presented. We had a great stay at The Loft would recommend to friends.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hayley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, clean & central to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eloise L.

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

Beautiful home, will definitely come back!

Absolutely beautiful property, clean and well presented. We stayed a week and could’ve stayed longer - highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic mini getaway at The Loft! The place was very clean and fireplace set up for use. The accommodation is a short walk to Nepean Hwy for cafes and beach. Very dog friendly as well - would definitely recommend and look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025