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Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a bridge, beach, and residential buildings.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a small round table with a glass, and a grey door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a sink, and a washing machine.
A patio with a brick floor, white outdoor furniture, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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Ocean Grove, VIC
  • Place, Ocean Grove Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Raffs Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Grove Education Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

Ocean Grove

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a patio, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a desk are also available. .With a stay at this Ocean Grove holiday home, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Ocean Grove Education Area.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ocean Grove Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Raffs Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ocean Grove Education Area - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 32 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nicko’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Groove Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬5 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.

Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)

Enjoy this complete family holiday unit that is walking distance to the Barwon River, Ocean Grove Beach and The Terrace Street cafes and shops. This private and secluded unit offers a quaint living area and complete kitchen with pub style seating that is complimented by two large bedrooms perfect for couples, two couples or a family of five.
The large and private courtyard is perfect for afternoon barbecues and entertaining while keeping your pets safely housed.
Bella Retreat is located a quick walk to cafes, a short drive to nearby wineries or maybe you fancy an adventure venture down the the Great Ocean Road.
Your hosts are Ocean Grove locals and are just minutes away to help with any of your needs.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

*No electric car charging at this property allowed. There are multiple charging spots nearby instead.
Early check-in/late check-out may be available upon request for a small fee to cover extra cleaning for faster turnaround.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

Yep, Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) is a short 14-minute walk from Ocean Grove Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, parasailing and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

How much does it cost to stay at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) on 17 Aug 2026 start from NZ$383, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) have a pool?

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

Is Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

No, Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was in a good location but I thought the room would have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host very welcoming, everything we needed was there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and had all the ammenities we required for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Riannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derrick O.

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

Quick Comfortable Stay

Clean, good location and dog friendly tucked all the boxes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ophelia W.

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

Nice little place

Overall tidy and neat. Suitable for small family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

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

Lovely mini break

This little unit was perfect for two adults and 2 small dogs. Lovely little yard, very neat. Very comfortable. Hosts accommodated early check in. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ania S.

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

Cosy weekender

We had a great time staying in this comfortable and conveniently located unit. Perfectly equipped in all the necessary appliances to make our stay away from home just right. Only a 10 minute walk from great coffees, even shorter walk to a great lunch place and a quick drive to the dog beach. Communication with the hosts was very straightforward and prompt.We absolutely enjoyed this weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Clean and comfortable but overpriced

Clean and comfortable but unit on a main road and quite small. Inside nice but outside not what we expected . Felt that very overpriced for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Tracey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Unpleasant

The unit was tucked away and immediately we could see some creative photography was used in the promotion. The unit was grubby, the rug in the lounge area needs replacing, the bathroom included shampoos etc of previous tenants, but of most concern was the bites my sister received sleeping in the lower bunk. We did not use the supplied towels as these needed a ‘hot wash’ and taking responsibility for my dog I took my own vacuum to ensure I cleaned up after her, but was disappointed when I was actually cleaning the unit. We would not stay again and now are reconsidering future accomodation options when travelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022