Old School Beach House

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

House in Venus Bay

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Parking and more

About this house rental

Just two hour's drive from Melbourne, Old School Beach House in Venus Bay is the perfect getaway location for romantic weekends, family holidays and time with friends. The beautifully furnished 120-year-old school house features a gabled roof, panelled timber walls and wooden floors, all complemented by a small extension which encompasses 3 bedrooms, a dining room and bathroom/laundry.

The stylishly fitted home has a laid-back, luxurious vide. The main living area is flooded with natural light and includes a comfortable lounge, TV, DVD, Bluetooth speakers and gas heating for the cooler months.

The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped with under bench fridge and freezer, oven/stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, KitchenAid coffee machine and a unique Schoolhouse themed pantry catering to all of your local gourmet food and wine storage needs.

The Master and Second bedrooms and equipped with Queen sized beds and floor to ceiling sliding doors which can be opened out onto the back yard. Relax, stay in bed and enjoy the outlook across the tea tree garden, into the Cape Liptrap coastal reserve and sand dunes and listen to the native Eastern Whipbird and ocean waves.

The third bedroom has a single over double bunk plus a trundle mattress. It is a fun room to accommodate the kids and is also able to comfortably accommodate a third couple.

The bathroom/laundry provides toilet, open shower, vanity and washing machine. All basic laundry requirements such as iron, ironing board, washing baskets etc. are available there for your convenience. A cloths line is also attached to the side of the house, particularly useful to dry off those beach towels at the end of a day on the beach.

The natural back yard is home to beautiful native plants, tea trees and has a gas BBQ and outdoor shower. The rustic gate at the back fence opens out onto Cape Liptrap reserve and sand dunes. A stunning walk out that gate and you find yourself at Venus Bay Beach 1, a broad sandy ocean beach that is popular for summing and surfing and is patrolled by the Venus Bay surf lifesaving club during the summer months.

Old School Beach House is also a 10-minute stroll to the main street shops and park and a short drive to the Andersons Inlet Coastal Reserve.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Venus Bay

Nearby attractions

National Vietnam Veterans Museum

47.6 mi

Pinnacles Lookout

44.4 mi

Phillip Island Wildlife Park

56.6 mi

A Maze N Things Theme Park

54.1 mi

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Old School Beach House

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9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

House in Venus Bay

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Parking and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Venus Bay

Nearby attractions

National Vietnam Veterans Museum

47.6 mi

Pinnacles Lookout

44.4 mi

Phillip Island Wildlife Park

56.6 mi

A Maze N Things Theme Park

54.1 mi

Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(50 Ratings)

8.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Love it

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Everything was exactly as advertised and Michelle was just great in taking me through the set up when we arrived after dark. Nothing was too much trouble. Despite the bucket loads of rain, we got some quick visits in to some local spots, yummy town cafe and a walk to the beach but were very glad to return to a lovely warm house each time. Thank you for providing a great space to stay in.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Stunning property with excellent location and what charm!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

We had a great stay in this gorgeous cottage. It was warm and cosy on a couple of chilly nights, within walking distance to the shops and beach. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you to Michelle for being so accommodating with our last minute change.

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Stayed here for a second time! A lovely stylish property, a short walk from the shops and a gorgeous 10 min path to the beach

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Michelle the host was excellent and very engaging. We arrived to a handwritten note and a bottle of wine. I loved how the property had been modernised on the inside but had kept some of the old features too. The house is beautifully decorated and feels like a home away from home. Because the gas and electricity was turned off when we arrived which is understandable, the hot water took a few hours to heat up from the water tank so don’t expect a warm shower when you arrive. We had a wonderful weekend and would absolutely recommend the old schoolhouse and Venus Bay beach: We also went to the shell museum at Inverloch which is a short drive away and well worth the the $2 donation per person which contributes to the upkeep of the museum. Thanks for the wonderful hospitality!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

Very cosy little cottage.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

Everything we needed, comfortable & clean. Great location, quiet & peaceful. Very much enjoyed.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Was perfect for us. Could walk to the local shops and eating places.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

Clean and cosy and well catered. The location in a quiet area opening out into the bush was wonderful. We highly recommend the cottage.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2022

We really enjoyed our stay - cosy nights and many, many trips down to Venus Bay beach, along a lovely path through beautiful flowering scrub. The house is well equipped, with comfy beds and a very pretty outdoor area.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

good locale. nicely set up. enjoyed pur stay

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Cosy, inviting and comfortable

Cosy, inviting and comfortable

Thank you for our stay at your Old Schoolhouse Beach home. The home is inviting and very very cute. Cleverly designed add on to the old schoolhouse. The home had everything we needed for a lovely stay. My kids particularly enjoyed exploring the path from the backyard to the beach, about a 10 minute stroll. The location of the house was great. Walking distance to town. Even in the middle of winter, the home was warm and inviting after a day exploring local beaches and walking trails. Bedding was comfy and kitchen had everything we needed to cook up meals for my forever hungry teenage boys. Thank you again. I will be recommending the schoolhouse to friends and family.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Lovely place for a short getaway !

Lovely place for a short getaway !

Clear instructions to access to property. Very well maintained property. We enjoin stay

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

A great nature based getaway

A great nature based getaway

The old school house has been well cared for and thoughtfully renovated. The backyard with swing & fairy lights got 2 thumbs up from the kids for tree climbing and cubby building (even in the rain!). Michelle was very helpful and responsive. Overall a cosy, warm and comfortable stay, we highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

We had a wonderful time and only wished we had longer. The sofas were super comfortable and we really enjoyed relaxing in the beautifully decorated and restful space. The location is perfect for walking down to the beach via a lovely track out the back gate. It is also within easy walking distance of the shops.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2022

Gorgeous home away from home in Venus Bay

Gorgeous home away from home in Venus Bay

Loved the property and aesthetics! We thought we would be cold at night in bed with only one doona, but the quality was there and it was all we needed to stay warm. No storage for your clothes in any room at all, but for a weekend away it's not a big deal. The 2 heaters heated up the whole house very quickly and we had hot water in a few hours. Lot's of pantry staples. The outdoor area is just beautiful, we would have loved a fire pit to top it off. It was about a 15 walk-lot's of it uphill to the beach from the back gate, and it was well worth it. The beach is stunning. The locals and people staying in Venus bay were all really friendly and helpful. Close to Wilson's Prom to do a few day trips. Overall a really beautiful place to stay! Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2022

Really gorgeous property

Really gorgeous property

We loved our stay at the Old School house. It has been really well renovated and has everything you need with some very stylish touches. Excellent location too— a short walk to the shops and a lovely path to the beach.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

Wonderful and relaxing stay

Wonderful and relaxing stay

Perfect location to get away from it all and relax. The old school house was just perfect and provided the perfect destination to celebrate a special birthday with my family. Michelle was a tremendous host and always provided very prompt communication. Highly recommend.

8.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

Lovely beach house in a quiet location.

Lovely beach house in a quiet location.

Comfortable house with a garden to relax in.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Charming property in a great location

Charming property in a great location

We had a great stay at this lovely old school house that has been renovated into a cute beach house. The beds were comfortable, but maybe for a longer stay there could have been better storage for clothing . The bathroom shower had plenty of hot water with great water pressure. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need and more. The property had good heating options for those cold days and night's. The back yard was great with fairy lights and good outside seating options . We were treated with some of the local flora and fauna and the track to the beach was a bit of fun for us all . It was also a welcome and lovely touch to see a nice bottle of red wine waiting for us on arrival. Our host Michelle was great to deal with . We would love to stay again .

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Top Marks for the School House

Top Marks for the School House

This is an ideal seaside retreat with a beautiful beach just a short walk from the back gate. The backyard is easy living with a great outdoor table and ancient ti trees that are home to a delightful collection of bird life. The school house is well equipped with kitchen and dining needs, the beds are comfortable and everything is clean and tidy. Michelle and Justin were excellent communicators and very understanding when, due to lockdown restrictions, we had to change dates. Loved it!

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Venus Bay - Old School House

Venus Bay - Old School House

Wonderful short break, really enjoyed the property and proximity to heaps of worthwhile day trips. Particularly enjoyed the adventure out the back gate to the beach, and the go carts at Stony Creek.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Perfect break

Perfect break

A beautiful, comfortably fitted out property was perfect for our family to relax for a few nights. We enjoyed the short walks to the beach, into town for (great) ribs and pizza, and kangaroo, rabbit and wombat sightings. Our daughter loved the beach-themed books and the toys kept her amused too. Michelle the host was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend and hoping we can get back for a second visit soon.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Lovely break in Venus Bay

Lovely break in Venus Bay

This is a great little house with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

I loved everything about this property!! I loved the quiet location with access to the beach & the interior was so stylish & comfortable. Communication was superb. Every amenity we needed was there to make our stay the best weekend we could have ever wished for. Loved it! We didn’t want to leave!

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Loved it

Loved it

Our family loved our little winter getaway here. The house was warm, clean, homely & full of character. Kid's loved racing down the beach track multiple times each day. Michelle was a great host and the whole booking was very easy. Can't wait to go back

10.0 / 10.0

May 2021

A nice little cozy place tucked away from the city and near the beach.

8.0 / 10.0

May 2021

Backs on to beach reserve

Backs on to beach reserve

Wonderful location - it backs straight onto the beach reserve with a 15 min walk from the back gate to the beach. The host was very friendly and sorted out a minor issue when we arrived very promptly. Clean and basic beach shack.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2021

great stay

great stay

beautiful location, wildlife on your doorstep. highly recommend

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2021

Gorgeous house

Gorgeous house

The Beach school house is just right. Our family loved staying here.

8.0 / 10.0

Mar 2021

Beach house

Beach house

We loved the beach hut feel of the sitting room and kitchen. Cosy settee and bed. Beautiful path to the beach and a great sit out area, with fairy lights, in the garden .

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2021

We already love Venus Bay but this house was lovely. Very clean, cosy and lovely outdoor area.

We already love Venus Bay but this house was lovely. Very clean, cosy and lovely outdoor area.

Great stay

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2021

A rest after covid

A rest after covid

We were looking at having a break and wanted to be fairly close to home given the constant covid outbreaks. Saw the listing for the old schoolhouse and jumped at it. Great location as it is near the beach and you can hear the ocean especially at night. Lovely facilities and great to relax in. Suited us pergectly

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2020

great house just by the dunes

great house just by the dunes

Homely house with very pleasant oldschool front room/kitchen, backing up straight onto the dunes, so the beach is accessible via a beautiful nature path in under 10 mins from a little gate in the back gradren. Would stay again anytime.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

A fantastic stay!

A fantastic stay!

Perfect place to kick back and relax at Venus Bay. Lovely beach-house vibe that suited my family very well, from comfortable bedrooms to the cozy living room, and the full kitchen amenities available to us made our stay incredibly comfortable. Will definitely be on the lookout for this property the next time I am staying in Venus Bay. Thank you very much Michelle!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Back to school

Back to school

The School House is a lovely place to have your getaway. The back garden has a large amount of native vegetation with lots of birds and backs up onto the dunes. Lovely hosts with good communication who want to ensure their guests have a great time.

8.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Restful and happy.

Restful and happy.

Very comfortable and had all necessities with a few nice and thoughtful extra touches. Perhaps a shower curtain might be a comfortable addition though. Very pleased with our stay and loved the beach access especially.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2020

Total delight!

Total delight!

This was such a perfect break for us, gorgeous quirky school house thoughtfully renovated and equipped, coastal bush at the back gate, lovely walk through the coastal park to the beach, and a great backyard for BBQs. I especially loved the sculptural tea trees, all the native plants, and the birds!!!! Thanks Michelle for all the little touches that made our stay comfortable, delightful and memorable. Such a special place.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2020

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FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Venus Bay?

The average price for a rental in Venus Bay is £183 per night. This rental is £24 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Old School Beach House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Old School Beach House pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Old School Beach House?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, parking, laundry, balcony or patio, and dishwasher.

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Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Venus Bay

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Venus Bay?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Old School Beach House pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Old School Beach House?

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