This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
13th Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Raffs Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Drysdale Station - 20 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Groove Cafe - 5 min drive
Beach Terrace Cafe - 5 min drive
Barwon Heads Hotel - 5 min walk
Starfish Bakery - 7 min walk
At The Heads - 7 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hitchcock Holiday House
Summary: Hitchcock Holiday is a position perfect family beach getaway. Well elevated to catch the afternoon sea breeze, this four bedroom, two living rooms, two bathrooms, house provides the perfect setting for a relaxed holiday. A north facing deck and a few minutes to the Barwon River beach, shops and golf course, a perfect holiday destination.
Easy family living with plenty of accommodation in the heart of beautiful Barwon Heads!
The Space: There is a King bed in the master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Further three bedrooms comprising of Queen bed, double under-bunk with single on top and one king single bed in the fourth bedroom. The family bathroom has a bath, shower and toilet area.
Guest Access: Entire house available to guests.
The Neighborhood: Barwon Heads is a delightful coastal village located at the mouth of the Barwon River, 22 kilometres south-east of Geelong, and just across the river from its twin beachside town, Ocean Grove. Both are extremely popular coastal resorts offering beautiful beach holiday rentals, magnificent surf beaches on the doorstep of Bass Strait, safe family-friendly beaches along the river, unlimited sporting choices, and bustling town centres with every shopping and dining option you need.
A short car trip will deliver you to some of Victoria’s finest wineries and craft breweries, outstanding regional restaurants, the urban delights of Geelong, and the popular surfcoast towns of Queenscliff, Point Lonsdale, Torquay, Anglesea and Lorne – and, of course, the iconic Great Ocean Road.
Among the major annual festivals and events in the area are the Victorian Open Golf Championship at 13th Beach, the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, the Queenscliff Music Festival, Geelong’s Toast To The Coast festival, the Rip To River fun run, and Barwon Heads’ Festival Of The Sea. So a Getaway Rental property can provide you with the ideal home base from which you can explore any number of these events.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts cash.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home in Barwon Heads is within a 10-minute walk of Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve. You'll also find Barwon Heads Golf Club and Raffs Beach less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at Hitchcock Holiday House?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Hitchcock Holiday House a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Hitchcock Holiday House?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Hitchcock Holiday House?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is about 17.8 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Hitchcock Holiday House?
Yes, every house at Hitchcock Holiday House comes with a patio.
Hitchcock Holiday House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danny N., Mount Macedon, Victoria
Feb 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for relaxing and catching up with friends on the expansive deck. BBQ worked a treat and kitchen had everything we needed. Will stay again.
Danny N.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Sandy L.
Mar 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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Sandy L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brendan S.
Feb 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house in an unbeatable location
We've stayed in this house a couple of times now because we love it. It's such an authentic coastal town house, but with all the facilities you need and expect to make for a comfortable weekend away with our grown up family.The location is perfect for us. A short walk back up the street to the main shopping and restaurant strip in Barwon Heads, so once the car is parked it stays there for the weekend!Thanks for a great stay.
Brendan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Melissa C.
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
Great beach house in a great location, close to town and river. King bed really comfortable and had a fan for warm nights. Only suggestion would be to have fans in other three bedrooms as it was warm in these rooms. Overall a wonderful stay.
Melissa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marina M.
Mar 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant Family Trip
We had such a great stay! Location was perfect!
Marina M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendan S.
Feb 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in fantastic location!
We spent the weekend in Barwon Heads with our (adult) family and this was a great house! Plenty of space for everyone, it was spotlessly clean, and the property managers were super-easy to deal with and responsive.
The location is exceptional - 3 mins walk to the main shops/cafes/bars area, IGA just around the corner, and on a dead-end so no through traffic.
Highly recommended and we’ll stay here again!
Brendan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn C., Melbourne
Dec 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Enjoyed our stay, home was comfortable and great location.
Kathryn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A great Getaway
Wonderful place perfectly located in Barwon Heads.