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Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Bella Retreat offers the perfect haven for a family holiday or couples' getaway, nestled near Ocean Grove Beach and The Terrace Street cafes. This secluded unit boasts a quaint living area, complete kitchen with pub style seating, two spacious bedrooms and an expansive courtyard ideal for barbecues and pet-friendly fun.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)

Enjoy this complete family holiday unit that is walking distance to the Barwon River, Ocean Grove Beach and The Terrace Street cafes and shops. This private and secluded unit offers a quaint living area and complete kitchen with pub style seating that is complimented by two large bedrooms perfect for couples, two couples or a family of five.
The large and private courtyard is perfect for afternoon barbecues and entertaining while keeping your pets safely housed.
Bella Retreat is located a quick walk to cafes, a short drive to nearby wineries or maybe you fancy an adventure venture down the the Great Ocean Road.
Your hosts are Ocean Grove locals and are just minutes away to help with any of your needs.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Ocean Grove, VIC

What's nearby

  • Ocean Grove Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • 13th Beach Golf Links - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 28 min drive - 28.6 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Park - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Mex - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barwon Ebb & Flow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Mouth - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$412.67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve, Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Beach. Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Ocean Grove Education Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Belle Retreat by the River & Ocean (Pet Friendly) Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Riannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ania S.

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

Cosy weekender

We had a great time staying in this comfortable and conveniently located unit. Perfectly equipped in all the necessary appliances to make our stay away from home just right. Only a 10 minute walk from great coffees, even shorter walk to a great lunch place and a quick drive to the dog beach. Communication with the hosts was very straightforward and prompt.We absolutely enjoyed this weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick O.

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

Quick Comfortable Stay

Clean, good location and dog friendly tucked all the boxes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

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

Lovely mini break

This little unit was perfect for two adults and 2 small dogs. Lovely little yard, very neat. Very comfortable. Hosts accommodated early check in. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and had all the ammenities we required for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Clean and comfortable but overpriced

Clean and comfortable but unit on a main road and quite small. Inside nice but outside not what we expected . Felt that very overpriced for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Tracey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Unpleasant

The unit was tucked away and immediately we could see some creative photography was used in the promotion. The unit was grubby, the rug in the lounge area needs replacing, the bathroom included shampoos etc of previous tenants, but of most concern was the bites my sister received sleeping in the lower bunk. We did not use the supplied towels as these needed a ‘hot wash’ and taking responsibility for my dog I took my own vacuum to ensure I cleaned up after her, but was disappointed when I was actually cleaning the unit. We would not stay again and now are reconsidering future accomodation options when travelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Ophelia W.

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

Nice little place

Overall tidy and neat. Suitable for small family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022