Close to the beach.Your stay at this Venus Bay vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Cape Liptrap Coastal Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve is within 9 miles (15 km).
Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Cape Liptrap Coastal Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Walkerville South Beach - 35 min drive - 24.0 miles
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - 57 min drive - 51.2 miles
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 147 min drive
Restaurants
Bev's Coffee Roasters - 26 min drive
Cavity - 6 min drive
The Bayside Lady - 26 min drive
New Inverloch Palace - 25 min drive
The Local Inverloch - 25 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.
Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home
Welcome to Shelby’s Lodge
Relax and unwind at Shelby’s Lodge, a spacious and family-friendly holiday home in the heart of Venus Bay. Tucked away on a quiet crescent, this easygoing coastal retreat is perfect for families, groups, and pet lovers looking to enjoy a relaxed seaside break.
The Space
Shelby’s Lodge sleeps up to 10 guests across 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a master bedroom with a Queen bed and private ensuite.
The open-plan living area is bright and inviting — a great spot to enjoy a movie on the TV, curl up by the indoor fireplace, or gather for meals at the family table.
The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook your favourite dishes, including a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, and all cookware, dishes, and silverware.
Step outside to the patio and BBQ area, where you can relax with a meal or enjoy the garden and backyard space — perfect for pets and kids to play.
Comfort & Convenience
Air conditioning & heating for year-round comfort
Hot water and room-darkening shades for a restful night’s sleep
Washing machine for longer stays
Free on-site parking for 2 cars
Private entrance for easy access
Smoke detector and safety features for peace of mind
Pet-friendly with a secure yard
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: Double bed + 2 Single beds
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (with ensuite)
Bedroom 3: Double bed + 2 Single beds
(Tri-bunk beds feature a single on top and a double on the bottom.)
Relax & Explore
Located near the ocean in a peaceful rural coastal setting, Shelby’s Lodge is just a short drive or easy stroll to Venus Bay’s stunning beaches, local cafés, and scenic walking tracks. Spend your days swimming, surfing, or exploring — then come home to a cozy evening by the fire or under the stars.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to the entire home, including:
The patio and backyard
BBQ area
Laundry facilities
Free on-site parking Enjoy complete privacy and the freedom to settle in and make the space your own.
Things to Note
Linen: Please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, doona covers and towels.
Pets: Well-behaved pets are welcome! Please clean up after them and keep them off furniture and beds.
Fireplace: Firewood is not supplied but can be purchased locally.
Wildlife: You may spot kangaroos or native birds in the area — please enjoy them from a distance.
Quiet hours: Out of respect for neighbours, please keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM.
Check-in/Check-out: Self-check-in details will be provided after booking.
Why You’ll Love It
Shelby’s Lodge is all about comfort, space, and simple coastal living. With plenty of room for everyone — and every pet — it’s the perfect base for beach adventures, BBQs, and cozy nights in.
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)
General
Garden
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 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
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 not indicated whether 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Shelby's Summar Venus Bay
Shelby's Lodge Summar Venus Bay
Shelby's Lodge Summar Private vacation home
Shelby's Lodge Summar Private vacation home Venus Bay
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home to the airport?
This vacation home is 117.8 mi (147-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home to the beach?
This vacation home is 18.1 mi (30-min drive) from Inverloch Coastal Reserve and 18.6 mi (30-min drive) from Rainbow Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home to downtown Venus Bay?
This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Venus Bay.
Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Fiona R.
Jan 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just ok
TV not working. Garden very small and dry. Not like photo. Outdoor deck area not in good repair and could not be used. Would only recommend for budget holiday only.
Fiona R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Alison B.
Jan 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend away
Although the house was good and reasonably equipped the outdoor furniture was poorly maintained and some of the benches were unsafe to sit on. The garden area was fenced but not pleasant. Inside, the ceiling fan in one bedroom could not be used for safety reasons and the stove top did not work well.
Alison B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eulogio T.
Jan 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Frank review
No hassle, well equipped. Wifi would be great if that can be addressed
Eulogio T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire C.
Dec 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Beach House for Family Holiday
We had 10 people stay at the house quite comfortably. The kitchen was well equipped, board games for kids, main living area was great for the number of people we had. The house is about 1 km from the beach, so if you have young kids you still need to drive.
We were lucky enough to have hot weather, however the end 2 bedrooms didn’t cool very well with the air conditioning in the living room, although they did have fans. One bedroom had a portable air conditioner. Our only other comment would be that the house just needs a good spring clean.
Claire C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Antonio D.
Jan 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and suitable for our needs
House was suitable to our needs with a good layout. Easy to walk to the inlet regularly. House obviously not used for a while and needed a bit of fresh air through. Minor plumbing issue reported but remained unrepaired at the time of vacating. Likely difficult to get plumber in that area.
Antonio D.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linh N.
Jan 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely & enjoyable
The house is cosy and very spacious. Half of our group stayed at Meeniyan motel, occupying 4 rooms there; but we mainly had meals and activities at the beach or at this house; it can accommodate 20 people comfortably. We’ve had so much fun singing karaokes and playing board games there. The price is reasonable and the agents are very helpful, answering my many questions in details (as it’s the first time we’ve rent an entire house for holiday). The kitchen looks like just got renovated, very new, and having lots of pots, cutlery and cooking utensils, so convenient! The fridge is so big and there are even the washing machine and clothes dryer there too. Everything was beyond our expectations. We would love to come back.
There was only one problem with the house - the mosquitoes! Therefore Mosquito-cream or insect-repellers is a must to bring next time!
Linh N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
mohd y.
Jan 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money
A spacious house in the second estate of Venus bay. Overall it is in good shape. However, bed frames can use an update. Overall, it's a clean well served unit that leaves you to enjoy the area without much of care. We loved our stay and would come back