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A modern outdoor deck with a hot tub, seating area, and glass doors leading to a covered patio. - NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house (Sorrento)
A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchair, and a patterned rug. - NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house (Sorrento)
A modern living room with a wood-burning stove, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with blinds. - NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house (Sorrento)
A spacious room with a large wooden table and black chairs, large windows, and a potted plant. - NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house (Sorrento)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a large window. - NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house (Sorrento)
You can look forward to an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house

  • SUNDAY FOR FREE TC's: Book pay for Friday and Saturday night stay and ask us to add in the Sunday for free! Valid stays 1 May30 Nov 2026. Subject to availability. Excludes public holiday weekends school holidays. Not valid with any other offers or promotions.
    we love this because...
    As a family when we think if a beach holiday house we hope for white weatherboards, porthole style windows and timber boardwalks so when we arrived at NELSON BY THE SEA before we even entered we knew we had found the perfect escape.
    Tucked away in a quiet pocket close to Sorrento and the beach it was an easy 15-minute walk to the Sorrento Sailing Club and a little longer to walk into Sorento townships itself.
    We stayed with extended family and teenage kids and there was space for everyone inside this contemporary house with its high cathedral ceilings, wooden floorboards and contrasting beams.
    The grandparents sat and read outside, the kids played billiards downstairs and watched movies but everyone came together on the huge deck with hydrotherapy spa. There is a beautiful Peppercorn Tree in the garden and the grassed lawn was perfect for a bit of backyard cricket and safe for our pooch.
    Bring your own tennis raquets and balls and walk to the hidden treasure that is the tennis court (communal and free) at Tuckey Track Reserve. Put your name down in the book (but usually there is no wait list), it is even pet friendly and there is a bbq and picnic table if you want to make an afternoon of it.
    We walked the dog to the Koonya Dog Beach which only takes about 20 minutes and he loves the shallow waters that go out for miles.
    For dinner, The Baths is our favourite restaurant and is only a 30-minute walk away. We watch the Sorrento/Queenscliff ferry dock on the hour and the weather change across the bay. For something special, we love Loquat and its only a 20-minute walk from Nelson by the Sea.
    IMPORTANT TO NOTE - Property is suitable for maximum of 6 adults plus additional children.

    PAWfect
    What fun! a new house to visit that lets four-legged friends like me sleep inside.
    Yay! a garden with tall fences to keep me safe. Love the trees and bushes, there are lots of interesting smells. Are those possums in the trees?
    And there's a special basket just for me. No way! What's in there? Ooh, ooh! a treat from PAWDINKUM. I LOVE THIS PLACE.

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Sorrento, a neighborhood in Melbourne. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Manyung Gallery at Sorrento are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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Victoria, Sorrento

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation, green algae-covered rocks, and a sunset over the ocean.
    Mornington Peninsula National Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A wooden pier leading to a beach with clear water, a building with a covered area, and trees in the background.
    Sorrento Front Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation, green algae-covered rocks, and a sunset over the ocean.
    Diamond Bay Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Blairgowrie Beach
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Koonya Ocean Beach
    4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station
    68 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV)
    116 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Sorrento
    4 min drive
  • Fish Fetish
    3 min drive
  • Blue Fin Sushi Bar
    4 min drive
  • Buckley Sorrento
    4 min drive
  • Flat Blk
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house located?

Located in Sorrento, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sorrento Front Beach and Blairgowrie Beach. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Searoad Ferry Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

NELSON BY THE SEA - Everything you hope for in a beach house Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nelson

Clean, very comfortable, would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Weekend

We loved our stay at Nelson By the Sea. The property was exceptional, perfectly located between Diamond Bay and Sorrento dog beach. Short drive into Sorrento village which was super easy. The gardens are quite overgrown and could do with a good clean up, but overall the property is fabulous. We will be booking again next year :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surprise!

What a beautiful place. Perfectly situation in Sorrento. Walking distance to beach. The spa was amazing. I didn't want to go home! My two little dogs loved the back yard. Kitchen is perfect. Couldn't want for anything more. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet-friendly and clean. Was a great 3 days with wasy access to both Portsea, Sorrento and Blairgowrie.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for all the family

Great location quiet, plenty to do and picturesque.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fabulous Christmas Getaway

We had a great holiday at Nelson On The Bay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in you home State

Property was a terrific central location - less than a 5 min drive from the Sorrento/Queenscliff Sea ferry - a great way to kick start our break away! The secure and spacious yard was perfect for our dog who was happy to watch us relax in the deck spa each day. Flowing open plan living area onto the wrap around decking was a great feature and really kept guests connected during the stay - even during yoga on the sun drenched deck! Would recommend as a comfortable, functional, spacious and central stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating 60th Birthday

Property was in a very safe and quiet location. It is well positioned with an excellent restaurant Loquat close by (15 minute walk). Property had lots of space, entertainment options and was very functional with plenty of facilities. Bedrooms well appointed to get privacy away from the main entertainment areas. We had a dog, who enjoyed the opportunity to stay. Spa was a highlight and very easy to use as pre-set. Had a fantastic time. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Spa was not heating up

The Spa temperature was never reached hot enough to use the spa. The T&C for spa sent after check-in and said you should not touch the spa temperature! We left the property one day sooner as very disappointed with spa functionality. Had to raise a legal complaint as the property manager denied to accept the spa was faulty although I have provided photos/videos and confirmation of the spa technician. Moreover, we couldn’t find the tennis court showing in the property images.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nelson by the sea

Clean, lovely location, clear communication. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025