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Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi (free)
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Blairgowrie, VIC
  • Place, Mornington Peninsula National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blairgowrie Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rye Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪115 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Blairgowrie vacation home, you'll find Mornington Peninsula National Park and Bridge Water Bay Beach. Pearce's Beach and Dimmicks Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mornington Peninsula National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bridge Water Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Saint Johns Wood Road Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Blairgowrie Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rye Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Fetish - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪3941 Takeaway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬4 min drive

About this property

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

Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace

Cosy up in pure luxury this winter. Enjoy extra time to unwind with our Exclusive Winter Offer: Check-in at 12pm and check-out at 12pm*

❄️ Exclusive Winter Offer ❄️
Standard check-in and check-out times are gone. Book your seasonal stay now to enjoy an early 12pm check-in and a lazy 12pm check-out. That means more time to sleep in, more time to sip your morning coffee, and more time to embrace pure luxury. At Holiday Shacks Luxury Accommodation, we specialize in curating premium, unforgettable winter escapes that make you look forward to the colder months.
T&Cs apply. Offer ends 31 August 2026. Cannot be transferred to existing bookings or future dates.


Hilltop Cottage – Coastal Family Retreat Just 400m from Bridgewater Bay

Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula surf coast and enjoy a relaxing stay at Hilltop Cottage, a charming beach house just 400 metres from the pristine sands of Bridgewater Bay. Perfect for families, couples, and small groups this fully furnished coastal retreat combines comfort, convenience, and a peaceful beachside setting.

Why Guests Love Hilltop Cottage

✓ Just 400m to Bridgewater Bay Beach
✓ Secure fully fenced garden
✓ Cosy wood fireplace for winter stays
✓ Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort
✓ Outdoor entertaining deck with BBQ
✓ Close to wineries, hot springs, golf courses and coastal walking trails
✓ Sleeps up to 6 guests

Featuring polished timber floors throughout, the cottage comfortably accommodates up to six guests across three spacious bedrooms. The master and second bedrooms each offer a queen bed, while the third bedroom includes two single beds, making it ideal for families with children or groups of friends. A family bathroom with a sunken bath provides a practical and relaxing space after a day of exploring the coastline.

The light-filled open-plan living and dining area is designed for year-round comfort. During winter, curl up beside the cosy Kinara wood fire, while summer stays are kept comfortable with reverse-cycle air conditioning and heating. The well-equipped timber kitchen flows seamlessly onto a covered outdoor deck overlooking the secure garden, creating the perfect space for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply soaking up the coastal atmosphere.

Set on a large, level block in a quiet residential street, Hilltop Cottage offers easy access to Bridgewater Bay's beaches, rock pools, walking tracks, and stunning ocean views. The fully fenced garden also provides a safe outdoor space for families with young children to enjoy. Located on the spectacular Mornington Peninsula, guests are perfectly positioned to experience some of Victoria's most iconic surf beaches, coastal attractions, wineries, and nature reserves.

Summer Activities & Attractions

Swim, surf, paddleboard, or relax at Bridgewater Bay
Explore nearby Mornington Peninsula surf beaches including Rye Ocean Beach, Gunnamatta Beach, St Andrews Beach, and Sorrento Back Beach
Discover rock pools, coastal walking tracks, and hidden beach coves
Visit local wineries, cellar doors, breweries, and cafés
Enjoy golf courses, horse riding, and family-friendly attractions
Explore coastal villages including Blairgowrie, Rye, Sorrento, and Portsea
Experience spectacular sunsets over the Southern Ocean

Winter Activities & Attractions

Cosy evenings by the wood fire after a day exploring the coast
Whale watching along the Mornington Peninsula coastline during migration season
Visit nearby hot springs and wellness experiences
Enjoy scenic cliff-top walks with dramatic winter ocean views
Explore local galleries, boutique shopping, and artisan food producers
Discover the Peninsula's renowned wineries and restaurants beside a roaring fireplace
Experience peaceful beaches and walking trails without the summer crowds

Luxury Inclusions

Kinara wood fireplace
Sony stereo system
Smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video and Stan
Reverse-cycle heating and cooling in the living and dining area
Split-system heating and cooling in the master bedroom
Washing machine and dryer
Gas BBQ
Two sun loungers
Covered outdoor entertaining area
Secure fully fenced garden

Bedroom Configuration

Sleeps up to 6 guests across 4 beds.

All bedroom and bathroom linen is included during summer (High Season). Please BYO linen at other times of the year.

Bedroom 1 (Master): Queen bed. Built-in robe, split-system heating and cooling, pedestal fan.

Bedroom 2: Queen bed, built-in robe, pedestal fan.

Bedroom 3: Two single beds, built-in robe, pedestal fan.

A portacot and high chair are available on request at the time of booking.

Bathroom Configuration

Bathroom 1: Family bathroom with bath and shower.

Powder Room: Separate toilet for added convenience.

Whether you're planning a summer beach holiday, a winter coastal escape, a surfing weekend, a wine-country getaway, or a pet-friendly retreat with your dog, Hilltop Cottage offers the perfect base to experience the best of the Mornington Peninsula's surf beaches, coastal scenery, wineries, hot springs, and relaxed seaside lifestyle.

Please note our terms and conditions when booking:

i. This property is the perfect venue for families and friends, couples, mothers group weekends and golfing weekends.

ii. A bond is required for all stays, which is refunded after the property is checked and there are no damages.

iii. Terms and conditions will be automatically emailed to guests after their reservation is confirmed via email. Please note Holiday Shacks requires all guests to sign and complete a No Party Policy document as part of our traveller verification process. Your booking is not confirmed until your traveller verification process has been completed and approved by us. All bookings are subject to approval pending guest verification. Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory. Failure to complete the guest verification process within 24 hours of booking may result in automatic cancellation.

iv. We do not accept schoolies, bucks or hens bookings, nor do we accept parties or events under any circumstances. This is due to strict council regulations enforced by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Short Stay Law, which all guests must agree to when booking. We thank you for your understanding.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace to the airport?

This vacation home is 45.1 mi (107-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace to downtown Melbourne?

This vacation home is 39.9 mi away from Melbourne.

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