La Sirena offers a tranquil retreat, privately nestled behind tea tree hedges and only a short walk from beach 4. With an aquatic theme, this bright home features three spacious bedrooms, an extensive open-plan kitchen/dining/lounge area flowing onto a large timber deck with outdoor seating.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature
PRIVACY, LIGHT & RELAXED COASTAL COMFORT Privately tucked away behind three sides of high, dense tea tree hedges, La Sirena is a light, bright and colourful coastal escape where you — and your pets — can truly switch off and relax.
Recently redecorated inside and out, La Sirena blends a fresh aquatic, maritime feel with the relaxed charm of an old-school beach shack. It’s quirky, comfortable and full of character – a place that feels welcoming the moment you arrive.
Set well back from quiet Atherton Drive and facing away from the street, the home offers a rare sense of privacy, tranquillity and an elevated outlook for Venus Bay. Beach 4 is just a 10-minute walk or a 2-minute drive, making beach trips easy at any time of day.
WHY GUESTS LOVE LA SIRENA - Excellent privacy with good separation from neighbours - Light, bright and colourful interiors with a relaxed beach-house feel - Large north-facing deck for outdoor dining and unwinding - Pet-friendly, with space for kids and dogs to play - 10-minute walk to Beach 4 (or 2-minute drive) - Easy access to coastal walks and surrounding nature - Outdoor hot & cold shower/bath (in addition to shower in main bathroom) — perfect after the beach - Comfortable year-round, with a wood heater for winter and air-conditioning for summer
WHAT “LA SIRENA” MEANS La Sirena means “The Mermaid” in Italian — a nod to the home’s coastal setting and fresh, aquatic feel. Like Venus Bay itself, it’s a place that draws people back to the sea, slower days and a more relaxed rhythm.
THE HOME La Sirena is spacious and well set up for families, couples, friends and pets.
BEDROOMS (SLEEPS UP TO 8) - Bedroom 1: King bed (sleeps 2) - Bedroom 2: Queen bed (sleeps 2) - Bedroom 3: Bunk bed plus double bed (sleeps 4)
BATHROOMS & LAUNDRY - Main bathroom with shower, toilet and basin - Second separate toilet - Outdoor shower/bath with hot and cold water – perfect after the beach - Separate laundry with washing machine and dryer
LIVING & OUTDOOR SPACES The heart of the home is a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area that flows seamlessly onto a large, north-facing timber deck. It’s ideal for morning coffee, long lunches or relaxed evenings, with outdoor seating for up to six plus a dining table and chairs.
Large windows throughout fill the home with natural light. In cooler months, the wood heater creates a cosy and inviting atmosphere, while a newly installed split-system heating and cooling unit keeps the house comfortable year-round, making it an easy place to settle in, whether it’s a sunny summer afternoon or a cosy winter evening by the fire.
Please note: our driveway is unsealed and on an incline, with trees on one side and the house on the other. It adds to the privacy of the property, but parking can be tight for larger 4WDs and it isn’t suitable for boats. There is, however, ample street parking available on Atherton Road.
OUTDOORS - Undercover table tennis table - Rear yard ideal for kids and pets - Lovely native garden setting
EXTRAS - Fully equipped kitchen with electric oven, cooktop, fridge/freezer and microwave - PS4 and TV in the second bedroom - Free Wi-Fi - Pet-friendly
Venus Bay is just as special outside peak summer, with quieter beaches, scenic coastal walks and a slower pace that suits couples and repeat visitors looking to unwind.
Please contact the host for enquiries about stays more than 9 months in advance.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 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
Venus Bay is home to this holiday home. Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rainbow Park and Bunurong Coastal Reserve. Visit our Venus Bay travel guide
Is Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature located?
Situated in Venus Bay, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve and Drumdlemara H8 Bushland Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Bright Coastal Escape. Large Private Deck. Pets Welcome. Walk to Beach & Nature Reviews
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Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
Host was clear about the place, all full ammenities in good condition and working, very clean, bright happy and a relaxing place. Good vibes throughout our stay. Spacious enough, the location was more than perfect, close to beach, small shops/food strip - couldn’t fault it!
We had a great stay at Marks place. Great location for walking to both beaches 4 and 5 for beach walks and sunsets. House had everything we needed (including aircon on the 40 degree day). Thanks for a great stay Mark!
Great house, quirky and welcoming. The house has everything you need! Our two dogs loved it, great area to walk as limited traffic.We would stay again for sure
Within walking range of beaches, bright and vibrant interior, maintained facilities and overall roomy. Each room is well lit by windows that allow generous amounts of sunlight and provides warmth during the day in winter. Good place to stay all year round with something to offer for every season.
We had a lovely getaway and the house is very comfortable and thoughtfully furnished. It’s also got a great feel and decor. King bed very comfortable. Easy access and garden for dogs. And good air conditioning in the living area. Thanks for helping with keys!
Host provided very good instructions for everything, living space was great for 8 people and large deck. Just few small things that could be good a couple of extra chairs (sleeps 8 so 8 seats at dining table would be good) There was a lot of stuff on tables and side boards etc so we had to move things around to have places for groceries etc. The driveway could use a big cut back to fit larger cars / boats (Everest and 5mt alum for ref)
The house was open and airy,, everything was clean and tidy. The mermaid theme in the house was very cute and there was a bit of a retro vibe. Loved the wood heater, perfect for a winter stay. We really couldnt fault La Sirena it had everything we needed and we had a very relaxing, enjoyable stay. Thank you!
The house is beautifully decorated with mermaid theme. It looks like the pictures advertised. It is well equipped with cooking utensils and beautiful crockery. It is clean and comfortable. We felt homely. It is just a few minutes drive to the beach. The host is very friendly and very responsive.
We stayed 3 nights towards the end of Winter and enjoyed mostly fine, sunny weather on the north-facing deck. The chill of the evenings was warmed using the woodfire heater which heated the whole home. We cooked every meal in, and used the well stocked kitchen. Hot water was instant and plentiful. The ocean beach was only a relatively short stroll away. We had a very relaxing long weekend and enjoyed every minute spent at La Sirena, an immensly charming beach abode.
Jon W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Catherine
27 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Entrance to property is hidden behind bush with details provided before check-in. However, the bush can definitely do with a trim. It is so overgrown that alwe cannot drive in and park our SUV so we ended up parking just outside the property. If we park there, we can't open any car doors except for the driver.
House is clean when we check-in. Amenities provided is also good. Kitchen hot water works fine, but shower almost have no water pressure with water just trickling and the hot water is hard to control to get it steady.
FYI, there is no dishwasher in the kitchen.
Overall, we had a good stay.
Great family residence, only advice to others is if you have a large vehicle youll need to reverse up the tricky driveway as the trees eitherside are overgrown and its difficult to turn the car around at the rear of the propety due overgrown shrubs as well.
We had a great stay at La Sirena. Good location for a loop walk between beaches 4&5, to little nature reserve for wombat spotting, or to playground/boat ramp. Very comfortable house for our family 2 adults/3 kids. Great kitchen/dinining/living area and perfect back deck for afternoon snoozing in the sun and loved the outdoor shower/bath and also fireplace. Well stocked kitchen, just missed some storage space for our food and draws on wardrobes for our clothes. Would def repeat book.
We had a great stay, fantastic location and a very comfortable home.The one point would be the driveway is overgrown and we had to park on the street so we would scatch our car. I was aware of this issue as it was mentioned in other reviews. That being said we would happily stay agianiissue
Jason D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Peter W.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing Stay
The property is well located but the cleanliness was very disappointing. Examples include:
- Most of the kitchen implements needed cleaning before use,
- The griller was left with burnt food and had to be scrubbed to use,
- The floors need vacuuming (the Dyson was full after we vacuumed when we arrived)
- Some of the bedding was well by its "use by" date
The overall impression, rightly or wrongly, was that the property is rarely inspected by the owners.