Starhaven Retreat

4.0 star property
Salt air and indoor pool, near St Leonards Beach

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Stunning multi-level building with a glass facade, flat and sloped roofs, and a beautifully maintained garden.
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this rooftop terrace, featuring comfortable lounge chairs and a small table.
Enjoy meals in this spacious dining area with a large table and six comfortable chairs, surrounded by expansive views of the outdoors.
Relax in a spacious living room with expansive views, leather sofas, a fireplace, and a dining area.
Relax in this spacious living area with a high ceiling and expansive outdoor views.

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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13 Calimo Place, Indented Head, VIC, 3223
  • St Leonards Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Portarlington Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Portarlington Waterfront
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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Room options

Haven Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, Accessible, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Indented Head

St Leonards Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) of Starhaven Retreat while other popular attractions such as Portarlington Golf Club are within 3 miles (5 km). This 4-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • St Leonards Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Portarlington Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Portarlington Waterfront - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Queenscliff Ferry - 29 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 14 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Daughters Cafe and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fig Tree Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪St Leonards Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Starhaven Retreat

Salt air and indoor pool, near St Leonards Beach
Guests staying at Starhaven Retreat enjoy access to a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
46-inch LED TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and desks are also available.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and facials.

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (25 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75 per night
  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Starhaven Retreat
Starhaven Retreat Hotel
Starhaven Retreat Hotel Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Resort Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Resort
Starhaven Retreat Innted Head
Starhaven Retreat Hotel
Starhaven Retreat Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Hotel Indented Head

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Starhaven Retreat?

Starhaven Retreat provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Starhaven Retreat?

This hotel is located in Indented Head, close to St Leonards Beach, Portarlington Golf Club, and Portarlington Recreation Reserve. You'll also find Portarlington Waterfront and Half Moon Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Starhaven Retreat?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa at Starhaven Retreat?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and couples treatments.

Does Starhaven Retreat feature a casino at the property?

No, Starhaven Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Starhaven Retreat?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Starhaven Retreat good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Does Starhaven Retreat have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Starhaven Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Starhaven Retreat serves free full breakfasts each morning from its snack bar.

Will Starhaven Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Starhaven Retreat though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Starhaven Retreat?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Starhaven Retreat?

The closest major airport to Starhaven Retreat is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is about 14.6 mi away. Another top airport is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Starhaven Retreat?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy beach or city views.

Starhaven Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Robert and Ian Thank you so much for sharing your Beautiful Home . Your Christmas tree is amazing ❤️ Great chats at the breakfast table .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Starhaven. Rob and Ian are fantastic hosts, they made us feel comfortable right from the start. The retreat is lovely,spacious and clean. Rob and Ian are knowleable about the Bellarine Peninsula and gave some good advise about the areas attractions. Hoping to be able to go back for another stay next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rouba

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More of a shared house
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bob and Ian were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing beautiful views, the hosts Ian & Robert were super friendly and great to have a chat with, they made sure that their guests had everything they needed. The cooked breakfast was fabulous . Mickey the dog was also super friendly and loved a pat everyday. Great place to stay Thanks Rhonda & Bob
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pinar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Starhaven Retreat. Rob and Ian looked after us and they were the perfect host. Our Haven premium room facilities were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful break, two nights was not enough, Ian and Rob, were great hosts, breakfast was delicious and filling great way to start the day, furnishings and decor were very tasteful, A very relaxing place to stay with all the facilities you could ever want. We felt comfortable and relaxed. We would love to stay at Starhaven again. , ,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Rob and Ian, we had an amazing time, so many laughs. Absolutely magnificent property, with amazing facilities. Breakfast was delicious, hosts were so welcoming and accomodating. Don’t hesitate book NOW!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Star haven was wonderful! From the moment we arrived, nothing was too much trouble, our hosts Rob and Ian were extremely accommodating. As we were going to a function I had enquired about early check in, and they messaged us at two to say our room was ready! Breakfast was delicious, and the property was simply beautiful in a fantastic area with beautiful views over the bay. In all, a perfect mini break... can’t wait ‘ til we go again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

sam, Hoppers crossing vic

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoi our stay at starhaven retreat, fantasic modern house,fantastic host, we enjoied their company over breakfeast cooked to perfection, we enjoied the fantastic theatre room, and the spa poll & sauna, we recomend this accomodation to anyone that is going to the bellarine peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The house is beautiful. The rooms extremely comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. The hosts were amazing. Wonderful movie experience with popcorn, ice-cream, drinks and warm blankets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic Destination, worth a detour.

True to the photos, it's an amazing property. The hosts are professional, but friendly, and serve a very nice breakfast. There's a number of extra special amenities, and we chose to watch Bohemian Rhapsody in their theater with freshly served popcorn and ice cream.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation and facilities were spectacular. It's obvious that much thought and effort has been taken to achieve such quality. No need is unmet; the hosts made us feel at home and that nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Host’s!!!

Rob and Ian are excellent hosts and we were delighted by the experience. We will definitely plan another drive to PA and stay at Starhaven Retreat for a longer period this time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing and the views were breathtaking, Rob and Ian were great hosts and made us very comfortable, they even cooked us a beautiful breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Discovering the Bellarine

We knew nothing about the Bellarine Peninsula before staying here. After three days we know much more. Rob and Ian have a great network to help you line up your stay. For example we rented e-bikes for a day loop tour. The breakfasts can only be described as elaborate. A gigantic library of movies organized by decade.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Mill Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay

Very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Cooked breakfast and dinner for us each morning and evening and ensured that the setting was what we wanted, the facilities were always available and of excellent quality, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything that you could possibly want at a BnB. We needed 2 extra nights to do everything at the house, let alone the fab food and wine in the rest of the peninsula! Definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018