Is parking available at the property?

Yes, off-street parking is available with plenty of room for a boat.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a limit of 2 dogs total. Service animals are exempt from this restriction.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 13:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property has an elevator/lift for accessibility. Other specific features are not detailed.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Portarlington, next to a golf course and on the waterfront, with nearby attractions including Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Adventure Park Geelong.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are permitted at the property, with no additional charges for ages 0-17.

The Esplanade Beach House

What guests think

At The Esplanade Beach House, guests praise the beachfront location across from a quiet swimming spot, sweeping bay views, and a relaxing, family- and pet-friendly setup with a secure yard, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped home.

Reviews regularly describe the interior as very clean, though a few report dirty dishes or outdoor areas needing tidying. Host communication is praised, but one review noted a delayed access code and several mention bring-your-own linen, with requests for an optional linen service. Expect a relaxed, self-catering stay in a practical home suited to families and pet owners.

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Facilities

Guests highlight a well-equipped kitchen, a popular front deck/verandah, and a secure, fenced yard that suits pets and children.

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Robyn B.

Dec 19, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing views and a great little beach across the road for my Grandson. Secure yard for our little dogs. Everyone loved our stay.

8

Marie R.

May 1, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for 3 nights in April 2023. It was easy to book, check in was fine. The front deck was used more than anywhere else in the house - we sat and watched the water and the boats for hours. We’re now planning our next stay. Thank you.

10

robert k.

Jan 21, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location with sheltered swim area on your doorstep. Property clean and perfect for family. We didn’t take our gigs up this time however it is secure and safe for pets.

10

H B.

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed with our two children (8 & 6) for 4 days who loved being across the road from the beach and had a great time exploring. Very comfortable accommodation with great bay views. The front deck was great to sit and takebinbthe views while the kids played on the lawn. Enough space for a small family and a nice ride / walk to town.

10

Marylin V.

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful clean house, recently renovated. Good size backyard and front yard with gates for young children.

10

Maree K.

Sep 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a beautiful place to relax for a couple of days. Enjoyed everything about our stay, especially sitting under the verandah people watching. We loved it so much we thought we better come back before Christmas, so rebooked again today. What a Gem!

10

Josie C.

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed at this property and few times and absolutely love it. Very clean spacious house with a great location and my fur baby loved the large yard

10

Anna J.

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay here with our pooch, close to everything, the house was clean & tidy, well equipped, wouldve loved to stay her over Xmas understandably its fully booked. Across the road is easy access to the beach for a beautiful walk with our pooch which was wonderful. Thankyou to the host for wonderful communication will definately come back in the future

10

Tammy P.

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Thank you.

10

Rachel G.

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect little place for time out. Our kids loved being across the road from the beach. Awesome back yard for our dog. Nice and clean.

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Cleanliness

Interiors are regularly described as very clean, though a few guests found dirty dishes, dead flies, or untidy outdoor areas.

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Kathy H.

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful location Very very cleanPerfect spotTotally recommend it...

10

Marylin V.

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful clean house, recently renovated. Good size backyard and front yard with gates for young children.

10

Morag M.

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Property was clean inside. Outside, back and front yards were very untidy. No weeding or mowing had been done for a while. Good yards for dogs and kids if grass had been shorter. Well equipped kitchen. When packing your linen, don't forget to add an extra towel or bath mat. Over all, we enjoyed our stay.

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caru f.

Feb 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location and home thank you for having us. Minor - We would recommend having an option to add linen and towels as not everyone has the correct linen sizing. Also found a few of the kitchenware was slightly dirty would recommend a full clean out frequently of dishes. Other than that it was 11/10 and highly recommend!!

10

Josie C.

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed at this property and few times and absolutely love it. Very clean spacious house with a great location and my fur baby loved the large yard

10

Kathleen A.

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Sophie was a delight to deal with, nothing was a problem for her. The house was immaculately clean and beds were very comfortable. The house is great with sweeping viewing across to the city and right across the road from the beach. We loved it! Thanks Sophie

10

Anna J.

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay here with our pooch, close to everything, the house was clean & tidy, well equipped, wouldve loved to stay her over Xmas understandably its fully booked. Across the road is easy access to the beach for a beautiful walk with our pooch which was wonderful. Thankyou to the host for wonderful communication will definately come back in the future

10

Tammy P.

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Thank you.

8

Bruno S.

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place . Wasn’t terribly impressed with the dirty dishes left in the cupboard. Needed to clean up abit. Dead Flies on the carpet and window sills. Previous people didn’t pick up there dogs farces in the back yard. Back fly screen door felt wit was going to come off. Otherwise all good.

10

Rachel G.

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect little place for time out. Our kids loved being across the road from the beach. Awesome back yard for our dog. Nice and clean.

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Rooms

Comfortable, spacious home with standout bay views and a front deck/balcony to enjoy the outlook; layouts work well for families.

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Robyn B.

Dec 19, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing views and a great little beach across the road for my Grandson. Secure yard for our little dogs. Everyone loved our stay.

10

robert k.

Jan 21, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location with sheltered swim area on your doorstep. Property clean and perfect for family. We didn’t take our gigs up this time however it is secure and safe for pets.

10

H B.

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed with our two children (8 & 6) for 4 days who loved being across the road from the beach and had a great time exploring. Very comfortable accommodation with great bay views. The front deck was great to sit and takebinbthe views while the kids played on the lawn. Enough space for a small family and a nice ride / walk to town.

10

robert k.

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

Third or fourth stay now over the years. Cant fault the location or the place. Views to die for. Would love a washing machine at location as that’s the only thing we think it’s missing.

8

Bec B.

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and perfect to relax and watch the water

10

Simone A.

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I could check in to this immaculate presented modest home and sit looking at the views and never leave.

10

Kathleen A.

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Sophie was a delight to deal with, nothing was a problem for her. The house was immaculately clean and beds were very comfortable. The house is great with sweeping viewing across to the city and right across the road from the beach. We loved it! Thanks Sophie

10

Tammy P.

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Thank you.

10

Skye S.

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great spot - house was perfect for our family. Lots of walks, fishing and relaxing - enjoying the magnificent views. Hope to be back down again soon.

10

Jo T.

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely beachside house with great views from the balcony of the bay, across the road from the beach & close to everything for a wonderful girls weekend getaway!

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Service

Hosts are praised as friendly and communicative, and check-in is generally smooth. One review noted a delayed access code, and several highlight a bring-your-own linen policy with requests for an optional linen service.

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Marie R.

May 1, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for 3 nights in April 2023. It was easy to book, check in was fine. The front deck was used more than anywhere else in the house - we sat and watched the water and the boats for hours. We’re now planning our next stay. Thank you.

8

caru f.

Feb 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location and home thank you for having us. Minor - We would recommend having an option to add linen and towels as not everyone has the correct linen sizing. Also found a few of the kitchenware was slightly dirty would recommend a full clean out frequently of dishes. Other than that it was 11/10 and highly recommend!!

10

Josie C.

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed at this property and few times and absolutely love it. Very clean spacious house with a great location and my fur baby loved the large yard

10

Kathleen A.

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Sophie was a delight to deal with, nothing was a problem for her. The house was immaculately clean and beds were very comfortable. The house is great with sweeping viewing across to the city and right across the road from the beach. We loved it! Thanks Sophie

10

Lorraine S.

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A lovely clean bright and airy well equiped home away from home in a lovely quiet location. Our old dog was very happy! However I am sure the original website on the basis of which I booked last year said linen was provided. Two days before we went we had an email saying don’t forget the linen. We do not have doonas at home so had no doona covers, just sheets. As elderly travellers we do not book anywhere where we have to make up beds or provide our own towels. Even if there is an extra charge this place would be perfect if linen were provided

10

Susan M.

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Have stayed several times now. It’s my go too sanctuary . Absolutely amazing

10

Anna J.

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay here with our pooch, close to everything, the house was clean & tidy, well equipped, wouldve loved to stay her over Xmas understandably its fully booked. Across the road is easy access to the beach for a beautiful walk with our pooch which was wonderful. Thankyou to the host for wonderful communication will definately come back in the future

10

Carolyn U.

Apr 27, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This is either our 4th or 5th stay at 60 The Esplanade. We love this location, the views, the owner is fabulous to deal with, and sometimes there are bonus seals to see sunbaking on the rocky outcrop a few meters offshore! Extended family can always find several other accommodations nearby so we can all meet up for meals. It can't get more perfect than that!

10

Susan M.

Jun 20, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing property & communication first class

8

Kate H.

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great views, great location. Disappointing that we didn’t get the access code til after check in (1pm) and we had to prompt the owner for it.

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Location

Beachfront position directly across from a quiet, sheltered beach is widely praised; several also find it convenient to town and local walks.

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robert k.

Jan 21, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location with sheltered swim area on your doorstep. Property clean and perfect for family. We didn’t take our gigs up this time however it is secure and safe for pets.

10

H B.

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed with our two children (8 & 6) for 4 days who loved being across the road from the beach and had a great time exploring. Very comfortable accommodation with great bay views. The front deck was great to sit and takebinbthe views while the kids played on the lawn. Enough space for a small family and a nice ride / walk to town.

10

Kathy H.

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful location Very very cleanPerfect spotTotally recommend it...

10

Kayce F.

Jan 4, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

We loved our stay at Sophie’s home. Great location with quiet beach across the street with easy access. Great parking for both large boat and two cars. Very happy with kitchen and space of property. Would definitely stay again and would recommend to all.

8

Bec B.

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and perfect to relax and watch the water

10

Simone A.

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I could check in to this immaculate presented modest home and sit looking at the views and never leave.

10

Anna J.

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a wonderful stay here with our pooch, close to everything, the house was clean & tidy, well equipped, wouldve loved to stay her over Xmas understandably its fully booked. Across the road is easy access to the beach for a beautiful walk with our pooch which was wonderful. Thankyou to the host for wonderful communication will definately come back in the future

10

Skye S.

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great spot - house was perfect for our family. Lots of walks, fishing and relaxing - enjoying the magnificent views. Hope to be back down again soon.

10

Jo T.

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely beachside house with great views from the balcony of the bay, across the road from the beach & close to everything for a wonderful girls weekend getaway!

10

Maree K.

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was our second visit to this property. We really love the location, and it's a really relaxing environment to do a little or alot. This will become an annual event, the beaches are beautiful and the fresh seafood is wonderful.

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