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Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Ocean Grove

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A hanging chair in a backyard with a brick patio, a metal fire pit, and a modern building in the background.
A spacious living room with a white wooden interior, a large window, a gray sofa, and a colorful rug.
A room with a leather chair, wooden shelves with books, a painting, and a wooden door.
A rustic kitchen with wooden floors, a wooden bar counter, and hanging plants.
A kitchen with a long wooden table, white cabinets, and a chalkboard with a message.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean Grove, VIC
  • Place, Ocean Grove Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Raffs Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Ocean Grove

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Ocean Grove Beach and Raffs Beach. Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Ocean Grove Education Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ocean Grove Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Raffs Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 34 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 12 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nicko’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok

A humble well loved family beach holiday home right in the heart of Ocean Grove!

The entire family welcome including up to 2 dogs, outside only with a large fully fenced yard.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and large living spaces; there`s plenty of room for the entire family to spread out and enjoy!

Hydronic heating throughout and split system air conditioners to provide year round comfort.

Backing right onto the main strip, getting around is a breeze. 10 minute walk to the patrolled beach.

Lovingly opened to families to enjoy this original beach holiday home!
The location cant be beaten! The shops are right behind us so you can access everything with ease!
A short walk will land you on the beach, or a 10 minute walk to the patrolled area!

Master bedroom with Queen, walk in robe and ensuite with shower and toilet and
2nd bedroom with Queen bed
3rd bedroom with single bunks

Multiple reverse cycle aircon units are throughout the home for comfortable sleeping and living.

Large kitchen too cook as you would at home.
Laundry with washing machine
wifi complimentary
Dining table, large lounge and additional sun room.

Master bathroom with both shower and bath, toilet.

Large fully enclosed yard with outdoor shower, hot and cold.

This home is an original Ocean Grove Gem, with loads of off street parking and yard space to enjoy the Ocean Breezes.

You have exclusive access to the entire home for your stay.

We are available for assistance during your stay via airbnb message thread or phone.

Bedroom linen and bathroom towels are provided for your stay (1 per person)
Please BYO beach towels.
📋 House Rules & Terms

🏡 General:
All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms, Conditions, and House Rules.

Please treat our home as your own
Respect our neighbors at all times
🚭 Strictly no smoking inside the property ($400 fee applies)
❌ No Schoolies, hens, or bucks parties
🔞 Minimum age to book: 25
🚗 Please follow all parking guidelines provided

🔑 Check-in / Check-out:

Check-in: From 3:00 PM
Check-out: Before 10:00 AM

Late check-out must be pre-approved and may incur additional charges.
Unapproved late check-out: $110 per hour

Contactless check-in via key safe
Keys must be returned to the lockbox on departure
Failure to return keys may incur management and replacement fees

🍳 Cooking:
Cooking strong-smelling foods (e.g. curries) will incur a $450 deep cleaning fee due to odor removal requirements.

🐾 Pets: (Pet-friendly property)
Maximum 2 dogs (by prior approval only)
Pets sleep on byo pet bedding not allowed on furniture or beds or left inside unattended

You are responsible for:

Any pet-related damage
Additional cleaning if pets evidence in the home
Waste removal if not cleaned up

⚠️ Unavailability:
If the property becomes unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. fire, storm, damage):

You will be notified immediately
Alternative accommodation will be arranged where possible
If unavailable, a full refund will be issued

No liability for additional accommodation costs.

🚫 Parties & Noise:

Strictly no parties or functions
Immediate eviction without refund if breached
Additional cleaning/repair charges may apply
🔇 Quiet hours: No noise audible outside after 10:00 PM
No disturbance to neighbors at any time

🛏️ Linen & Towels:

Linen and towels are provided
Leave used items in bedrooms/bathrooms on departure

Additional:

Extra linen available upon request (pre-arrival)
Pool towels provided (if applicable)
Stains/damage may incur replacement costs

🧹 Longer stays:

7+ nights: Optional housekeeping (extra fee)
14+ nights: Mandatory housekeeping service (fee applies)
Failure to comply may result in booking termination.

⚠️ Guest Responsibilities:

You are responsible for any damage, loss, or breakages
Report issues immediately

👥 Occupancy:

Must not exceed booked or maximum capacity

🔑 Call-outs:

Lockouts/lost keys: $100 fee + replacement cost

Lost property: If any items are left behind, we are happy to arrange their return. Please note this will incur a $30 administration fee, in addition to the postage cost.

🧼 Departure Requirements:
Before leaving, please:

Remove all food from fridge
Take out rubbish and place in bins
Wash and put away dishes
Empty dishwasher
Clean BBQ after use ($100 fee if not cleaned)

Excess rubbish must be removed—fees apply if bins overflow.

🪑 Property Care:

Leave the property clean and tidy
Return furniture to original position
Extra cleaning fees may apply if required

🚫 Additional Rules:

No smoking inside 🚭
No illegal drugs or intoxicated guests
Allow reasonable access for repairs/maintenance

⚠️ Liability:
Host on the Coast is not liable for any loss, damage, or personal belongings during your stay.

Cancellations: Please ensure you have the appropriate level of travel insurance for any unforeseen events which may prevent you from travelling. The cancellation policy agreed to at the time of booking is firm. Direct booking/VRBO/STAYZ cancellations outside the cancellation policy will incur a $50 admin fee for bookings less than $1000, bookings greater than $1000 will be at a rate of 5%

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

📋 House Rules & Terms 🏡 General:

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

302789

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok to the airport?

This vacation home is 38.9 mi (50-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Ocean Grove Beach and 11-minute walk from Raffs Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok to downtown Ocean Grove?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Ocean Grove.

Dare Street Family Getaway- Walk to beach, pets ok Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felicity M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Helpful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire E.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025