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Bayside Retreat, St Leonards

Bayside Retreat is a coastal escape nestled amongst the gum trees. Located on the upper bluff of St Leonards and bordered by the beautiful Port Philip and Swan Bays. Our peaceful and relaxing seaside retreat offers you a quieter life. We cater to couples and families alike and can accommodate up to 12 people. Guests can choose from either of our two self-contained houses: * The Gallery – a charming, Cape Cod style two bedroom cottage with a retreat and an upstairs bedroom that opens out onto a sunny north facing deck. A large veranda welcomes you to sit and enjoy the comforts of coastal life. * Treetops – a beautiful, spacious, open plan, three bedroom house with lots of natural light is still inthe process of being built. Ready for you beginning June 2005. A north-facing veranda let’s you relax and enjoy the sun at any time of year and an upstairs east-facing deck provides a view towards Port Philip Bay. At Bayside Retreat we offer you all the comforts of home: * Full breakfast essentials together with free range eggs and fresh breads * Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, oven/stove * Laundry facilities with washing machine and clothes drier * Comfortable Queen and Double size beds * Futon sofa beds for extra guest and/or couple * Colour television, VCR and/or DVD player * Split system air conditioning and heating * Linen and towels * Carport * Pets by arrangement Both are non-smoking homes for everyone’s comfort. St Leonards is located on the tip of the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula. Just over an hour south of Melbourne, this favourite holiday destination combines the best of coast and country. The Bellarine Peninsula offers an abundance of native bird-life, beautiful countryside, picturesque beaches, quaint seaside villages, plentiful golf courses, fresh seafood, fabulous fruit and wines to die for.

Accommodation Options

Queen beds

Both The Gallery and the Treetops houses have one bedroom with a Queen size bed

Double beds

Both The Gallery and the Treetops houses have one bedroom with a Double size bed. Plus both houses

King bed-split

The Treetops house has one bedroom with a King-bed split or two single beds

Website: www.baysideretreat.com.au

Experiences

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Popular Activities

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  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Golfing

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