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Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Melbourne

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Terrace/patio
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Arthurs Seat, VIC
  • Place, Arthurs Seat State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Enchanted Adventure Garden
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the area

Melbourne

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Arthurs Seat vacation home, you'll find Arthurs Seat State Park and The Enchanted Adventure Garden. Heronswood Garden and Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Arthurs Seat State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Enchanted Adventure Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Heronswood Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rosebud Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station - 20 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wombat Cafe & Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Laneway Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stella's Dromana Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alatonero - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Club - ‬6 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.

Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay

Breathtaking views from the top of Arthurs Seat Hill.

This two-bedroom home embodies the essence of the Peninsula. Situated just below Arthurs Seat Lookout, it's a short walk to The Eagle chairlift, cafe, Enchanted Garden, Tree Surfing and local wineries.

Step inside to a warm living room with a fantastic view. The spacious open-plan layout is designed for comfort. Linen, towels and WIFI are included.

THE SPACE
Nestled upon an expansive parcel of land this home offers peace and privacy in a stunning bushland setting, this near-new modular home captures spectacular panoramic views across Port Phillip Bay. Embraced by a serene environment, it finds itself in the company of native wildlife, forming an idyllic oasis of calm.

The light-filled home comprises a spacious living/dining area and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and stone benchtops. An excellent area for relaxation.

This two-bedroom home embodies the essence of the Peninsula. Conveniently positioned just below the iconic Arthurs Seat Lookout, it offers easy access to an array of attractions, including The Eagle chairlift, a welcoming café, the whimsical Enchanted Garden, the thrill of Tree Surfing, and the delights of local wineries.

Step outside to discover an undercover alfresco balcony, providing the perfect setting for entertaining while gazing upon the mesmerizing views of Port Phillip Bay. This inviting space invites you to savour the outdoors while basking in the beauty that surrounds you.

Stay at Top of the Bay and immerse yourselves in the abounding experiences the Peninsula offers!

The house is in a residential street with surrounding permanent tenants so we only rent to mature guests that will remain respectful to our neighbours. The house is to be used for relaxation-style holidaying, loud parties are prohibited.

This lovely home offers the following:
Unlimited WIFI
Peaceful surroundings
Large backyard
Dining seating
Lounge overlooking wonderful views with TV
Two renovated bathrooms
Modern kitchen with all appliances
Laundry with washing machine and iron
Outdoor balcony with great views
Car parking available in driveway for 2 cars - Driveway is steep

HEATING/COOLING
Split system in living room

GUEST ACCESS
This home sleeps 4 guests across 2 bedrooms.

Bedroom 1: 1x Queen Bed (2 guests)
Bedroom 2: 1x Queen Bed (2 guests)

All linens and towels will be included for your convenience. Lost or damaged hired linen/towels may incur costs.

NEIGHBOURHOOD
The neighbourhood is safe and family friendly. Your guest guidebook/house manual (linked in your welcome message) also includes recommendations on things to do in the area, dining options, and local attractions. A QR code for the manual is also available at the property. If you need any guidance, reach out to our team, we are happy to help.

GETTING AROUND
There is parking available for your stay. We can provide parking information if required. Please ask us any questions.

ADDITIONAL RULES
Strictly no schoolies, parties or events. Mature guests only. The property is patrolled by security. If neighbours complain or the police are called this could affect your bond and we reserve the right to evict guests.

Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed.

Read and accept our terms and conditions. Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rules apply.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
Access details will be available for you to enter directly at the home and therefore unfortunately we do not get a chance to meet, but this provides a simple and convenient way for you to enter and depart the home easily. We can be contacted via the booking platform anytime during your stay and we will send you our office number if you need us urgently. We want to ensure your stay is enjoyable. Thank you.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Strictly no schoolies, parties, or events. Mature guests only. Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed.
Read and accept our terms and conditions. Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rules 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
Cashless transactions are available
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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay to the airport?

This vacation home is 82.8 mi (100-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi (9-min drive) from Dromana Beach and 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from Safety Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay to downtown Melbourne?

This vacation home is 37.2 mi away from Melbourne.

Top of the Bay by Ready Set Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and lovely clean and modern home.Needs outdoor furniture to sit back and take advantage of the beautiful views
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline M.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location excellent, fabulous view, good amenities although we had a problem with the bathroom door, we could only open it partially it needs the door to be shaved on the bottom. Bedding needs to be updated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael K.

Property wasn't bad, the experience of being woken up by a real estate agent, the nerve of the host asking if they can do an inspection while we were there not acceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

I had high expectations from the description and other reviews and was not disappointed. The house is well equipped, quiet and well laid out. Good WiFi. Cleanliness only get 4 stars as outside deck needs a proper dust and sweep and the large front windows should have been cleaned - these were badly rain streaked. Seat on deck also not esp. comfortable and could be replaced. Minor detail but some of the kitchen items are due for replacement.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING!!

What a wonderful place and what a wonderful location. So peaceful but still close to everything on the peninsula. Communication with the host was great and directions and check in was easy! The view from the balcony and lounge room is fantastic! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding view!

Great quiet property with outstanding view! Would recommend to friends. The balcony is due for a good clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, picturesque and comfortable mini-break

We enjoyed a 3 night stay in November 2023 at Top of the Bay in Arthur's Seat. House is well fitted out, light and bright with warm and comfortable beds. Layout of the two separate bedrooms, each with their own ensuites, is great when travelling with a teenager who likes their space! Wifi very good, minor trouble accessing a TV show on a streaming service but help with remote control use promptly provided by property manager. And the view really is as lovely as the photo on the website suggests! Thanks for a great stay :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway home with great views!

Welcoming, clean and relaxing home with great location and views!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Nice 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

ocean road

everything perfect only one thing missing a cloths dryer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway

Our holiday here was exactly what we needed. It was quiet, with fabulous birdlife coming to visit (ducks, magpies, rosellas, kookaburras, butcherbirds). The view was lovely and it was very impressive watching the weather come in across the peninsula. The house is exactly as pictured, clean and well stocked. A small issue that we had was quickly addressed when we called the number provided, which was excellent. I'd love to see this place in summer!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timur G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little house

This is a nice new little house in an excellent condition and with million-dollar views over the Port Phillip Bay. The house is very clean, and has good-quality facilities and appliances. There are excellent walks (e.g. in the Seawinds Gardens) and some major attractions (e.g. Arthurs Seat Eagle and Enchanted Adventure Garden) in close proximity. The house next door is a building site, though, luckily for us, it was inactive during our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022