House ∙ 3 bedrooms ∙ 6 guests | House in Kilcunda with Pool

Immerse yourself in a coastal retreat at "Your Ocean Oasis in Kilcunda," a stunning two-storey three bedroom haven showcasing breathtaking views of the Bass Coast and the pastoral charm of the South Gippsland region. This jewel of Kilcunda, the closest ocean beach to Melbourne and only 10 minutes away from Phillip Island, offers a unique blend of seaside serenity and rural respite right at your doorstep.
Wake up to panoramic vistas that invite you to unwind, relax, and connect with nature. Whether you're seeking solace in the salty ocean breeze or sipping tea while basking in lush countryside views, your experience at our tastefully renovated home is sure to leave you feeling rejuvenated.
Don't feel like hitting the beach? Take a dip in our heated swim spa, kept comfortably warm at 37 degrees, amid our lovley garden. (Please note we require 24 hours notice for the spa to heat up during the months of April to October).
The property brims with multiple living spaces that cater to families and friends alike. Upstairs, enjoy grand coastal views from the large windows in our living area, complete with a SMART TV and plush lounges. A full-size table tennis table guarantees endless entertainment for both kids and adults.
Venture downstairs to discover a spacious open-plan setting featuring a kitchen, dining, and lounge area. Bask in the cozy ambiance generated by our wood-fired heater (1 bag of 20kg wood supplied) on cool nights, and enjoy the convenience of a split system air conditioner, SMART TV, and ample seating space.
Our bedrooms are the epitome of relaxation and comfort. The master suite offers a queen-size bed, a walk-in wardrobe, and an ensuite. Awake to serene views of the countryside.The second bedroom also features a queen-size bed, while the third room houses a king-size bed, convertible into two king-single beds upon request.
For the culinary enthusiast, our kitchen comes well-stocked with all the necessities and some extras, including a coffee pod machine and a BBQ setup. We take care of all bedding and bath towels - just bring your beach towels.
Ready to explore? Venture just 500m to a sheltered sandy beach teeming with rock pools, a veritable children's paradise at low tide. Also within walking distance are the George Bass Coastal Walk leading to San Remo or Wonthaggi, the surf beach, and the famed Killy Pub and Kilcunda General Store / Café.
Our property is pet-friendly and fully fenced. We invite your fur babies to enjoy the stay, with the request to keep furnishings and beds pet-free. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and a bottle of wine with each booking.
Please note, we do not accommodate schoolies.
For flexible check-in and check-out times, reach out to us. We strive to make your stay convenient, subject to other bookings. For extended stays or multiple family and friend groups, feel free to contact Vicky directly.
We manage other properties in the area under the Beach Getaways Victoria portfolio.
1. Beaches
The three beaches at Kilcunda are backed by grassy dunes and sandstone cliffs, fronted by intertidal rock flats and punctuated by rocky headlands. Directly across from the Ocean View Hotel and below the Ocean View Holiday Park the town beach also called Kilcunda West Beach is the most accessible.
Kilcunda East Beach is accessed from the Lionel Rose Car Park off the Bass Highway to the east of town and is my favourite walking beach.
Shelly Beach is just west of town. Accessed via a signed car track running off the Bass Highway it is the more secluded of the three and is bounded by two picturesque rocky headlands.
All the beaches are good for fishing but are unpatrolled and swimmers should only enter in calm conditions and exercise caution to avoid rocks, rips and reefs. I have seen surfers at all the beaches, but it is said to be best to the west of Shelly Beach. Kilcunda West and Kilcunda East beaches have public toilets. Dogs are permitted on the beaches but must be on a leash
2. BBQs, Picnics and a Children's Playground
There is a large gravel car park, BBQ and picnic area, and children's playground above the town beach. Open area picnic tables offer sweeping views over the Kilcunda dunes and across Bass Strait. BBQs and preparation tables are provided in a covered shelter and there are public toilets. There is a general store across the road where you can top up on provisions and get a well-deserved coffee.
The children's playground offers a multi-platform unit with steps, ramps, two slides, a cubby under, a monkey bar, and two climbing nets. For the toddlers, there is a spring rocker in the shape of a fish, a purple and pink seated turntable and a babies' swing. The swing set also has a swing for older children. There is a climbing wall of many colours shaped like two rows of tyres stacked on end. The playground surface is mulched and there are soft rubber mats beneath the swings.
3. Swim Safely
Kilcunda's beaches are unpatrolled and swimmers are urged to enter only when waters are calm. Rips, reefs and slippery rocks, are all hazards. For safe swimming head to the mouth of the Powlett River which can be accessed from the Mouth Of Powlett Road, off the Bass Highway east of town. The river provides a relatively sheltered area for swimming in the shallow waters near where the river enters the ocean. Kilcunda's signature dunes rise above the mouth of the river where views of both the river and the ocean are spectacular.
4. Rail Trail and Coastal Walk
You don't have to be an exercise enthusiast to enjoy the Bass Coast Rail Trail although avid walkers and bike riders will be delighted. The fine gravel trail for walkers, cyclists and horse riders begins in Wonthaggi 12kms to the east and proceeds through Kilcunda to Anderson, a total distance of 23kms.
A recreational walk to the east from the town picnic ground carpark will take you across the historic trestle bridge where you will be treated to spectacular views across Bass Strait on the one side and the rolling Bass Coast hills on the other.
To the west the Rail Trail joins with the George Bass Coastal Walk, a 7km scenic cliff top walk from Kilcunda to San Remo.
5. Explore the Rock Pools
The intertidal rocks that front the beaches provide an abundance of rock pools to explore. What might you find there? Clusters of shell fish, tiny crabs, sea snails, small fish or seaweed floating in crystal clear pools. Perhaps there will be starfish.
This is a wonderland that will keep the children captivated for hours. When the tide is out the rock pools seem to go forever.
6. Fishing
Don't forget your fishing gear. Beach and rock fishing are popular at Kilcunda. Shore fishermen can look forward to salmon, trout, and yellow-eyed mullet. For the early risers and evening enthusiasts gummy and school shark are possibilities. Powlett River fishermen might snag bream, perch, mullet, and salmon.
If fishing is you passion and you want to sample more of the area click here for a Bass Coast 'Where to Fish' guide and here for the updates on the best fishing times.
7. Surfing
Reportedly the best place for surfing at Kilcunda is off Black Head, on the west side of Shelly Beach where there is a good right hand reef break. Kilcunda's exposed beaches and reef breaks provide reliable surf. Click here for current forecasts ad surf ratings. As always safety is paramount and surfers need to be wary of Kilcunda's strong rips.
8. Paragliding and Hang Gliding
I was taking a casual walk along the beach at Kilcunda one afternoon and glanced up to see a hang glider soaring calmly above the cliffs. He was for a time shadowed by a large bird and I wondered if it was a wedge tailed eagle which are common in the area.
Hang gliders can take off from the cliffs to the west of the graveyard (just east of town). Hang gliding from this site can be tricky in light winds and winds of 15 knots or more are preferable. Gliders need to be mindful of fishermen and fishing poles upon landing on the beach.
Paragliders will find a better launch spot about 150m further east where dunes are lower and the area is less overgrown.
9. Camping, Caravanning and Other Accommodation
Although Kilcunda is a small town with a population of just over 300 there are a number of accommodation options. Including the caravan park and our stunning ocean view properties
10. Enjoy Good Food and Drinks
What holiday would not be enhanced with some good food and drink and that's exactly what you'll find at Kilcunda.
The Ocean View Hotel, known locally as The Killy Pub offers a varied lunch and dinner menu, locally sourced wines and Australian beers. On Sundays there is live entertainment. In the cooler months from May to September meals are Thursday to Sunday only.
The Kilcunda General Store doubles as a café and restaurant and opens at 7am for breakfast. Ideally situated on the Bass Highway across the road from the town beach the store serves up a hearty menu in rustic country surrounds so stop by for a meal of just for a coffee.
11. History
Kilcunda is not just amazing beach and countryside, it also has a rich history, some of which remains today.
The Bourne Creek Timber Trestle Bridge protected by the National Trust is best viewed from the town beach. It is a single track, 15 span bridge, 91 metres long and 12 metres high at its maximum which formed part of the Wonthaggi-Woolamai Rail Line. First used in 1911, it remained in service until 1978 and is preserved today as part of the Bass Coast Rail Trail. The bridge is now used by pedestrians and cyclists.
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