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Chandana
25 Dec 2024
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Chandana
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back
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Welcome to Bay Lyf, a charming beach house that embodies the spirit of old-school summer holidays. With its maze of rooms and stylish interiors, this property is perfect for relaxing after a day spent swimming and sunbaking on the white sandy beaches of Rye and Tootgarook.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Breakfast available
- Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back
Special Offer:
SUNDAY FOR FREE T&C's: Book & pay for Friday and Saturday night stay and ask us to add in the Sunday for free! Valid stays 1 May–30 Nov 2026. Subject to availability. Excludes public holiday weekends & school holidays. Not valid with any other offers or promotions.
We love this because...
Remember those old school type summer holidays that included backyard cricket and long days on the beach. Bay Lyf reminds us of better days, simpler days when things were less complicated.
We adore the original beach house with its maze of rooms but the interiors are so up to date and oozing layers of style.
We walk across the road to the white Sandy beaches of Rye and Tootgarook and spend all our summer days swimming and sunbaking.
If we are feeling energetic we take the Bay Trail walk in either direction and end up at either Rye or Rosebud. In the summer the funfair is on to entertain the kids in one location and the circus in the other. Perfect.
Our favorite spot for coffee and breakfast is only a 2-minute walk away at The Kitchen and for something special we always choose Veraison Restaurant which is only a 5-minute walk.
PAWfect
What fun! a new house to visit that lets (SMALL) four-legged friends like me sleep inside.
Yay! a garden with tall fences to keep me safe. I love walking to the beach where I can go swimming in the ocean with all the other doggies (but only at certain times of the year).
And there's a special basket just for me. No way! What's in there? Ooh, ooh! a treat from PAWDINKUM. I LOVE THIS PLACE.
SUNDAY FOR FREE T&C's: Book & pay for Friday and Saturday night stay and ask us to add in the Sunday for free! Valid stays 1 May–30 Nov 2026. Subject to availability. Excludes public holiday weekends & school holidays. Not valid with any other offers or promotions.
We love this because...
Remember those old school type summer holidays that included backyard cricket and long days on the beach. Bay Lyf reminds us of better days, simpler days when things were less complicated.
We adore the original beach house with its maze of rooms but the interiors are so up to date and oozing layers of style.
We walk across the road to the white Sandy beaches of Rye and Tootgarook and spend all our summer days swimming and sunbaking.
If we are feeling energetic we take the Bay Trail walk in either direction and end up at either Rye or Rosebud. In the summer the funfair is on to entertain the kids in one location and the circus in the other. Perfect.
Our favorite spot for coffee and breakfast is only a 2-minute walk away at The Kitchen and for something special we always choose Veraison Restaurant which is only a 5-minute walk.
PAWfect
What fun! a new house to visit that lets (SMALL) four-legged friends like me sleep inside.
Yay! a garden with tall fences to keep me safe. I love walking to the beach where I can go swimming in the ocean with all the other doggies (but only at certain times of the year).
And there's a special basket just for me. No way! What's in there? Ooh, ooh! a treat from PAWDINKUM. I LOVE THIS PLACE.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Winery tours nearby
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)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tootgarook, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Manyung Gallery at Sorrento are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Quarantine Station and The Black Lighthouse. Peninsula Stand Up Paddle and Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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Tootgarook, Victoria
What's nearby
Rye Beach19 min walk - 1.6 km
Peninsula Hot Springs6 min drive - 6.1 km- Rosebud Beach9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Tootgarook Wetlands2 min drive - 1.6 km
- The Dunes Golf Links15 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
- Moorooduc Station28 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)105 min drive
Restaurants
- Unica Cucina E Caffe3 min drive
- The Kitchen2 min walk
- La Porchetta3 min drive
- Sea Store Beach Cafe3 min drive
- The Cups Estate5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back located?
Located in Tootgarook, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rosebud Beach, Rye Beach and Tootgarook Wetlands. Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service and Alba Thermal Springs and Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Bay Lyf - Beach House - Old School Summer Holidays are back Reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edin H.
7 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!!
Stayed 2 nights at Bridgewater. House was amazing. Communication was also implacable. Would highly recommend
The outdoor area is the nicest I’ve ever seen.
Edin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Bhavik
8 Apr 2026
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Dirty property, incorrect description, unsafe areas
Bhavik
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence K.
28 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay at Bay Lyf
Spent a nice week with the family at Bay Lyf. Had a very enjoyable time. Proximity to the beach was great and the kids loved the huge backyard. House was very clean and comfortable, furnishings were very nice and comfortable and it had all the necessary amenities with washing machine, dishwasher, etc. Communications with property manager were very easy. Thanks.
Lawrence K.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2021