Bells By The Beach Holiday House is a family owned business offering personalized service, warm cozy accommodation, sunny verandahs, off-street parking and a secure private garden. The ocean beach is 400 metres away, Begola Wetlands, Ocean Grove Nature Reserve and several playgrounds are nearby.

The holiday house sleeps six people in two Queen and two single beds. We have a portable cot available (no charge) for a small baby. Please BYO bed linen, pillow cases, towels and personal items. Doonas, covers and pillows are on all beds

The spacious kitchen has a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, pots and pans, electric fry pan and plenty of cutlery, crockery and glasses.

The dining/lounge area seats 6 people - with plenty of room to move! There's a gas log fire for cold nights, reverse cycle air conditioning and ceiling fans to keep you cool during summer. Timber floors and a rug lend a cozy feeling to the area, with two comfortable sofas, a 66cm LCD TV, DVD and CD players for relaxing holiday entertainment.

Dogs and cats are welcome at Bells - we have a separate 'pet room' at the rear of the inter-connecting garage with your pet's name on a personal door sign. We provide a large dog bed with a washable cotton blanket and a padded basket for visiting cats or small dogs. There's several fluffy towels especially for the pets so they can enjoy a brisk rub-down after a day at the beach. Food and drink bowls are supplied, doggy treats, pooper scooper, bags and squeaky toys are also provided.

Other features include:

• Personal key delivery and meet and greet - all part of our friendly service
• Indoor and outdoor toys, kids DVDs, books, games and puzzles
• Complimentary refreshments on arrival
• Fresh seasonal flowers from the garden
• Spa bath/shower, ensuite toilet and separate toilet off the laundry
• Hair dryer
• Soap, laundry detergent and other items
• Hot/cold outdoor shower to wash off the sand after a visit to the beach
• Late check-out - subject to availability
• A compendium with local and emergency information and phone numbers
• A comprehensive display of local tourist information quarterly news sheet 'Holiday News from Bells' - available by email or snail mail to your address - let us know if you'd like a copy

Shopping and eating:

Restaurants and cafes with delicious coffee and light meals, Coles supermarket, Australia Post, Home Hardware and other specialty shops are a short drive away in central Ocean Grove.

The Ocean Grove Market Place has takeaway foods, farm fresh fruit and vegetables, Woolworths, Price Line, a medical center and other specialty shops. It is located on Shell Road, not far from the Bellarine Aquatic Centre, a fun place to swim and frolic in three pools including a water park for the kids.

Other attractions:

If you enjoy a glass or two of wine, you'll find unique experiences on The Bellarine with its fascinating winemaking history. More than 25 vineyards and 16 wineries produce cool-climate maritime influenced wines - wonderful!

Bellarine Taste Trail:

The Bellarine Peninsula is emerging as one of Victoria's newest gourmet destinations-to-watch, thanks to an abundance of new and innovative food and wine related offerings, most notably the new Bellarine Taste Trail. Currently there are 32 businesses supplying some of the regions iconic foods such as mussels, wines, cheese, blueberries, olives, pies and cakes, fresh meat and farm foods.

All the more reason to book a holiday at Bells By The Beach Holiday House Ocean Grove!

Some comments from guests who have recently stayed at Bells By The Beach Holiday House:

"Thank you so much for a wonderful 'home away from home' holiday. We'll most certainly be back. PS: the kids loved the toy room." - The Warren family, 2010

"Again we had a wonderful stay. The kids had everything they needed after days at the beach. We all had an enjoyable time. Thanks again and we'll see you next time." - The Fanning family, 2010

"We had a fantastic time and appreciate all the thought put into Bells. Loved the open living area surrounded by private secure yard. Outdoor shower was great after beach. We all enjoyed the spa. Beautiful garden! Loved being in a clean well organized house...Thanks so much." - Fiona and Corey, 2009

"Thanks again for a fantastic week, we all enjoyed ourselves so much. Such a great place you have and every detail is attended to. We love this house." - Melissa and family, 2009

"Our Chihuahua loved the pet room, the kids loved the beach and mum and dad enjoyed the break. Thanks again for a lovely stay!" - Jay and Amie, 2009

"Our 4th time back! Great house, close to beach, a holiday for us and our dogs. Great!" - Sharon and Terry, 2009

View our brochure (PDF file) for further information and other guest testimonials.

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