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McCrae Beach House offers the perfect blend of beach and bay views, located within a short walk to McCrae's gorgeous beach. Enjoy an open plan living area with polished floorboards and a huge balcony facing Port Phillip Bay where you can take in the sights of the McCrae lighthouse, shipping channel, You Yangs and Melbourne on clear days. The house has been renovated to retain its original charm while providing modern comforts like an enclosed back garden with a trampoline, swing set and sandpit for kids.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

McCrae, the perfect stay. Short walk to beach plus beautiful bay views

  • Enjoy the best of both worlds, this property is an easy walk to the beach and also boasts great bay views.

    Our property is a short walk down the road to McCrae's gorgeous beach. We have an open plan living area which enjoys a stunning bay view. There is a huge balcony facing Port Phillip Bay where you can enjoy the McCrae lighthouse and the shipping channel . On clear days the You Yangs and Melbourne are also visible.

    The house has been renovated. It is light, modern with polished floorboards throughout, whilst still retaining the house's original charm.

    There is a large enclosed back garden for kids and dogs to enjoy. We have a trampoline, swing set and sandpit.

    Top storey compromises of 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and open plan kitchen / dining / lounge area.
    Bedroom 1# 1 queen bed
    Bedroom 2# 2 single beds plus trundle
    Bedroom 3# 2 sets of bunk beds

    Downstairs consists of another bedroom, bathroom, games room and laundry. (1 queen bed and 2 double sofa beds)

    The house easily lends itself to 2 families, as downstairs has its own separate entrance and bathroom. Kitchen and laundry areas would be shared. Please note: no internal staircase.

    The house is located up the road from the lighthouse. The beach is, at most, a 5 minute walk. 3 restaurants (Greek, Italian, Thai - all excellent and really popular) and 2 cafes are at the bottom of the street and the McCrae Plaza is walking distance or a 2 minute drive.

    This is a perfect property to enjoy an extended stay or a relaxing weekend away. 1 hours drive from Melbourne makes McCrae an easy getaway.

    Please note: bed linen and towels are not included in the nightly rate.
    ** bed linen and towels, if required, are available at an additional cost
    ** $15 per bed set / $7 per towel (incl bath mat, hand towel and face washer) **
    ** pillows and doonas / blankets provided **

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: subject to discussion, please enquire

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is McCrae, the perfect stay. Short walk to beach plus beautiful bay views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at McCrae, the perfect stay. Short walk to beach plus beautiful bay views?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at McCrae, the perfect stay. Short walk to beach plus beautiful bay views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McCrae, the perfect stay. Short walk to beach plus beautiful bay views located?

This family-friendly Melbourne vacation home is located near the bay, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rosebud Beach, Arthurs Seat State Park, and Dromana Bushland Reserve. Heronswood Garden and Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basically everything about the house and the host. Very comfortable stay. All aspects of daily life really well catered for. Nice, quiet street. Good restaurants and cafes near by. Really appealing walks. Beach clean and welcoming. Just perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Girls weekend

Great location, lovely views of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonie C.

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

Beach long weekend

Location was brilliant, views on the balcony, walking distance to the beach. Property is spacious, clean & had everything we needed. Would love to stay again real soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ngoc L.

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

Good holidays house

The house quite good for family to relax, closed to beach, Penisula Mornington Hot Spring, shops. The owner very friendly and quick to respond to you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

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

Amazing view

We had an amazing stay, the home was a lovely place and had all the things we needed for our short visit to the area. I was very close to my sons wedding on the beach which was fantastic for evening walks and close to where other family members stayed. Thank you it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Great views and location

Had an amazing weekend away with friends. The views of the ocean and lighthouse are fantastic and it’s only a short walk to local cafes etc. Kathy was super responsive and happy to help with any questions we had. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Excellent location stunning views

Outside impression not great but lovely inside, the kitchen, lounge and meals area are beautiful and the views from the large deck were amazing, great to have dinner and watch the sunset and watch the boats sail past. The beds are comfortable but take your own pillows as they are very thin and only 1 per person. We opted for the host to provide linen at an extra cost. Our main isdue was the fact that the downstairs bedroom could not be accessed as the key was not in the drop box. Numerous calls and Sms messages to the host went unanswered. My daughter sent her an abrupt message the next morning which resulted in a phone call advising us where to locate a spare key. Not a great start to the family weekend we were looking for. The host was very apologetic and the issue was resolved albeit after many arrempts. The host did offer a refund for the inconvenience. Overall we did enjoy our stay, would we go back, not sure, jury is out
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant and beautiful- a perfect beach house in an excellent quiet location overlooking the sea- everything provided plus a really well set up separate flat downstairs all capped by a very welcoming host
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had everything we needed. The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. The lounge and dining areas easily accommodated 7 adults for a four day weekend. The views from the generous deck are spectacular. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy F.

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

Lovely place to stay

We enjoyed the house very much and Kathy the owner was amazing to deal with.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LEANNE F.

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

Wonderful large house with amazing view.

Fantastic large house, with enough room for my family reunion. The view is amazing. Comfortable heating/cooling, bedding. Short walk to the beach/shops. Thank you so much for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britta A.

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

Amazing stay

We booked this house as a base for our family for our wedding in McCrae. It was a great house, with lots of space and amazing views from the balcony. The downstairs area was entirely separate, which was great for escaping for a bit while all the prep was going on. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Owner was so lovely and had amazing communication. House is lovely and my friends and I enjoyed it!

Was an amazing home with easy access to beach, had a lot of indoor entertainment and a stunning view from balcony with a lovely open backyard. Cam with friends looking for a place to stay during our schoolies week and the owners were so lovely the whole time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele S.

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

Great family weekend away

We had a lovely weekend away. The house was clean, comfortable and spacious. The views were great and the backyard is huge. We had 3 dogs on our stay and they loved it too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

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

Perfect little getaway

Accommodation was lovely and clean, exactly as advertised, had everything we needed. Owner was amazing, great communication and helped us out straight away when we couldn't figure out the heater lol. Location perfect. Very happy with our stay, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tan h.

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

Perfect Getaway

To All that are looking for a getaway in the Mornington Peninsular with pet, please give McCrae a go as Kathy will make sure that all your needs are met.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

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

The perfect place to stay for a family group

Our group comprised of ten consisted of four families - grandparents, adult children and spouses, and grandchildren. We were thrilled with the accommodation which catered for all of our needs. It is a lovely renovated property with a sunny aspect and a great balcony (deck) to take in the amazing sunsets. Plenty to keep the children occcupied and Arthurs Seat and The Enchanted Maze and Gardens are nearby. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

A fabulous beach holiday with family

A great house that comfortably fit 8 adults, 1 baby and the dogs without feeling cramped. Great backyard fully enclosed for the dogs. Well equipped kitchen with lots of space to entertain. Lovely space for big family dinners in the dinning room or on the verandah with coastal views. Beautiful beach within walking distance, that had off leash dog areas. The beach was shallow and perfect for kids and dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry G.

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

Great short break

The house was everything we wanted and well set up for six siblings. The location was excellent with the shops and beach a shortish walk away. The sunny deck had a great view of the ocean and was large enough for everyone to sit and watch the cargo ships and sailing craft go by. Will certainly recommend this property to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasmeen M.

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

Perfect house for a mums weekend away!

Perfect house for a school mums weekend away! Very comfortably accommodated 7 of us. Close to the beach and restaurants and short drive to wineries in Red Hill. Excellent host with great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Relaxing

Lovely view, close to amenities ,we enjoyed our stay Thankyou
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

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

Thanks

Great spot, gorgeous views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

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

Amazing sunset views

Fantastic location with sunset views from the balcony. Huge warm comfortable house with modern bathrooms & games room. Excellent communication with the host who went out of her way to accommodate. Would definitely love to stay again in summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip N.

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

Family Christmas getaway

We found the property perfect for our needs, 7 adults, one toddler and 3 dogs, so the large enclosed garden was great, close to the beach too. The view from the balcony made it easy to while away an evening . Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019