House in Venus Bay
10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Also, check out our other very similar property, "Captain's Cottage",
https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9083693.
Dune Haven is the closest rental property in Venus bay to the beach. Walk out the backyard gate along a track to the beach. Backs onto dunes. New, modern 3 bedroom home with luxury appointments.
Features a massive open plan living/kitchen/dining adjoining/overlooking Cape Liptrap Coastal Park.
The large block is fully fenced - family and pet-friendly. There is also a medium-sized kennel on the undercover deck. Enjoy family game-time on the Bocce pitch, complete with a basketball ring. We even supply the balls!
The property is super-warm over those cooler nights with a wood-burning fireplace, double glazed windows and bulk insulation throughout keeps. It also features air conditioners throughout which both cools and heats to your desired temperature
The large fully-equipped kitchen features stone benchtops and stainless appliances.
The main bedroom has a queen-size bed with large ensuite and walk-in robe. Bedroom 2 has a queen-size bed, and built in robe. Bedroom 3 has two sets of single bunks with a roll-out trundle bed. Both Bedroom 1 and 3 have wall mounted tv's.
PLEASE NOTE: LINEN IS NOT INCLUDED, however, with sufficient prior notice, bed sheets, pillow slips and towels can be organised for an additional fee. (Doonas with covers and pillows are included.)
European laundry with front loader washing machine and outside clothesline.
The Doyles Road inlet beach is only a couple of minute's drive which is a safer swimming option for the little ones. It is also a designated dogs off-leash area all year round.
If you are into fishing, there is a decent boat ramp with jetty a short drive away. Other close options are the beach and Doyles road for land-based inlet fishing. Tarwin Lower boasts several purpose-built boardwalks along the picturesque Tarwin River also with a boat ramp.
Situated in a beautifully quiet location, you can drift off to sleep with the soothing sound of the surf and wake up gently to birdsong
CANCELATIONS DUE TO COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
We are happy to negotiate cancellation terms due to government enforced travel restrictions. Please note, this must be done prior to requesting to book and is only available to Victorian guests. If no agreement is made prior to requesting to book, then the normal strict cancellation policy applies.
BABY AND PET-FRIENDLY
The property has complimentary port-a-cot, high chair, baby bath and stroller available for use.
Well behaved pets are welcome at Dune Haven. The property is set on a large, fully fenced block giving them plenty of room to run around and explore. We allow pets inside (although not on the furniture or in the bedrooms). There is also a medium-sized kennel on the undercover deck. Please advise if you are bringing pets when booking.
Venus Bay beaches are dog-friendly between Beaches 1 and 5 with the usual limited times over peak periods. A designated dogs off-leash beach is only a short drive away.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Venus Bay's pristine Beach No. 5 is a short walk out the back gate.
The Venus Bay village has a fantastic café, well-equipped general store, fish and chip shop, pizza takeaway and ice-creamery.
Tarwin Lower has a great pub with a courtesy bus that can pick you up from your door. There is also a supermarket, butcher, post office, organic store, chemist, hardware, petrol station and take away.
Venus Bay is a great base for a day trip to either Philip Island or Wilson's Promontory. Both of these are a nice scenic drive away and are feature-packed. You may like to stop in at Walkerville South on the way and discover beautiful protected beaches with incredible views.
Wonthaggi Coal mine is well worth a visit and has a very interesting underground tour, especially if the kids are into Minecraft. Another local coal experience can be had at Korumburra. It is the South Gippsland version of Sovereign Hill.
There are farmers' markets aplenty with beautiful fresh, local produce. With Koonwarra, Tarwin Lower, Kongwak, Inverloch and Wonthaggi all hosting markets - there is generally one on somewhere.
Also check out our other property if this is not available: http://www.stayz.com.au/accommodation/vic/phillip-island-gippsland/venus-bay/83693
https://www.homeaway.com.au/holiday-rental/p9083693.
Dune Haven is the closest rental property in Venus bay to the beach. Walk out the backyard gate along a track to the beach. Backs onto dunes. New, modern 3 bedroom home with luxury appointments.
Features a massive open plan living/kitchen/dining adjoining/overlooking Cape Liptrap Coastal Park.
The large block is fully fenced - family and pet-friendly. There is also a medium-sized kennel on the undercover deck. Enjoy family game-time on the Bocce pitch, complete with a basketball ring. We even supply the balls!
The property is super-warm over those cooler nights with a wood-burning fireplace, double glazed windows and bulk insulation throughout keeps. It also features air conditioners throughout which both cools and heats to your desired temperature
The large fully-equipped kitchen features stone benchtops and stainless appliances.
The main bedroom has a queen-size bed with large ensuite and walk-in robe. Bedroom 2 has a queen-size bed, and built in robe. Bedroom 3 has two sets of single bunks with a roll-out trundle bed. Both Bedroom 1 and 3 have wall mounted tv's.
PLEASE NOTE: LINEN IS NOT INCLUDED, however, with sufficient prior notice, bed sheets, pillow slips and towels can be organised for an additional fee. (Doonas with covers and pillows are included.)
European laundry with front loader washing machine and outside clothesline.
The Doyles Road inlet beach is only a couple of minute's drive which is a safer swimming option for the little ones. It is also a designated dogs off-leash area all year round.
If you are into fishing, there is a decent boat ramp with jetty a short drive away. Other close options are the beach and Doyles road for land-based inlet fishing. Tarwin Lower boasts several purpose-built boardwalks along the picturesque Tarwin River also with a boat ramp.
Situated in a beautifully quiet location, you can drift off to sleep with the soothing sound of the surf and wake up gently to birdsong
CANCELATIONS DUE TO COVID TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
We are happy to negotiate cancellation terms due to government enforced travel restrictions. Please note, this must be done prior to requesting to book and is only available to Victorian guests. If no agreement is made prior to requesting to book, then the normal strict cancellation policy applies.
BABY AND PET-FRIENDLY
The property has complimentary port-a-cot, high chair, baby bath and stroller available for use.
Well behaved pets are welcome at Dune Haven. The property is set on a large, fully fenced block giving them plenty of room to run around and explore. We allow pets inside (although not on the furniture or in the bedrooms). There is also a medium-sized kennel on the undercover deck. Please advise if you are bringing pets when booking.
Venus Bay beaches are dog-friendly between Beaches 1 and 5 with the usual limited times over peak periods. A designated dogs off-leash beach is only a short drive away.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Venus Bay's pristine Beach No. 5 is a short walk out the back gate.
The Venus Bay village has a fantastic café, well-equipped general store, fish and chip shop, pizza takeaway and ice-creamery.
Tarwin Lower has a great pub with a courtesy bus that can pick you up from your door. There is also a supermarket, butcher, post office, organic store, chemist, hardware, petrol station and take away.
Venus Bay is a great base for a day trip to either Philip Island or Wilson's Promontory. Both of these are a nice scenic drive away and are feature-packed. You may like to stop in at Walkerville South on the way and discover beautiful protected beaches with incredible views.
Wonthaggi Coal mine is well worth a visit and has a very interesting underground tour, especially if the kids are into Minecraft. Another local coal experience can be had at Korumburra. It is the South Gippsland version of Sovereign Hill.
There are farmers' markets aplenty with beautiful fresh, local produce. With Koonwarra, Tarwin Lower, Kongwak, Inverloch and Wonthaggi all hosting markets - there is generally one on somewhere.
Also check out our other property if this is not available: http://www.stayz.com.au/accommodation/vic/phillip-island-gippsland/venus-bay/83693
Amenities at Closest house to beach in Venus Bay. Pet friendly. Free Wifi.
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Venus Bay
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsLovely property with easy beach access, cozy and spacious for families and dogs. Beautiful bushy surroundings, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
House was lovely. Amenities were great. Thank you for having us!
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Love that it’s so close to the beach less than 7mins walk. The place is spacious and pet friendly. We enjoyed our stay here.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Great house, we were very comfortable and enjoyed the area. Easy to access beach, lots of birds in garden. Nice we could bring our pets along too.
6 / 10Average·Jan 2023
This is a lovely, spacious, comfortable house in a great location but is in need of some basic upgrades and a spring clean. For the premium summer holiday price tag we felt underwhelmed when we couldn't get the living room TV or microwave to work, the music player was running on old technology and not compatible with our phones and the dishwasher was problematic at times. The owner was nice enough to send some more wine glasses over as there was only one in the cupboard and some balls for the basketball court as there wasn't any in the house. We also had to get the gas bottle refilled (which the owners reimbursed us for) as it was empty on arrival and the BBQ was filthy, plus the cleaning tools were so old and dirty they were useless. We found the whole house was left clean by the cleaners (benches, bathrooms etc, ) but it really needs a deep clean, the windows and glass were dirty with cobwebs and the couch cushion covers need a wash. We also thought basic house supplies were very light. The dog fence isn't suitable for small dogs like ours but we really appreciated that we could bring her along. The location of the house is great, surrounding wildlife and the beach is superb. We've stayed at Venus Bay many times over the years and always have a good time - unfortunately this place didn't meet our expectations based off the description - but perhaps worth it for a very large group of people as it's the same price, which would work out cheaper. For a small family the price did not match the experience though, and I'd save our money for something else next time.
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9.4Outstanding
(139 Ratings)
Lovely property with easy beach access, cozy and spacious for families and dogs. Beautiful bushy surroundings, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
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