In St Leonards, Sophorae cottage offers a comfortable retreat near the beach and local shops. Unwind in the private courtyard with lovely gardens or enjoy a barbecue on the veranda while staying connected with free NBN wi-fi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Sophorae Cottage, St Leonard’s
Sophorae cottage is situated in Wattletree Avenue only 350m from local shops, pier, swimming beach and pub.
Our price includes linen and free wi-fi through the NBN with accommodation for up to 6 people -no extra charges.
The cottage is clean and comfortable with 4 beds for up to 6 people. There are two Queen beds, two Singles and one Double. The house has three bedrooms,two toilets, bathroom, modern kitchen/meals and large comfortable lounge. Sophorae cottage has airconditioning as well as ceiling fans for your comfort. It also has ducted heating throughout to keep it cosy during winter.
The courtyard is comfortable and private with synthetic turf, lovely gardens, dining setting, lounge and umbrella. The veranda with seating and barbecue provides outdoor opportunities in all weather.
Sophorae cottage was bought by the current owners in 2011. The name comes from Acacia Sophorae or coastal wattle.
St Leonards is popular for fishing, diving and family stays. Dolphins could be seen from the shore, swimming on September 1st. Guests staying over summer caught squid from the pier using handlines.
Sophorae cottage has a long driveway with a gate so that your boat or jetski can be parked securely behind it. There is also access to a hose.
350 m to pier, beach, shops, pub,playground,diving 1km boat ramp 5km bellarine day spa 1km st leonards golf course 5km Portarlington golf course 14km Queenscliff 5km various local wineries and restaurants
For your added security, this property is only managed in Australia and we never request payments be made to overseas bank accounts
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Next to a golf course
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Fishing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
We need at least 24 hour notice for reservations
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in St Leonards, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portarlington Golf Club and Portarlington Ferry Dock. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours. Visit our St Leonards travel guide
What time is check-in at Sophorae Cottage, St Leonard’s?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sophorae Cottage, St Leonard’s?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sophorae Cottage, St Leonard’s located?
Situated in St Leonards, this golf cottage is within a 10-minute walk of St Leonards Beach and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve. Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve and Hood Bight are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Sophorae Cottage, St Leonard’s Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our third visit to the cottage and as always it is a pleasant experience, neat, tidy, clean, and restful with every convenience available for an enjoyable stay. The cottage is close to the shops and the beach and we rarely used our car to move around the area. The beach is lovely and the village is well equipped to cater to our needs. The 3 cafes certainly help make the day more enjoyable!!! Another wonderful holiday!
Great location and features in house only down fall was stayz advertise everyday on radio you get the whole house, garage not with this house we had no garage which ment my boat had to stay in weather.
This property was comfortable and cosy. Very nice sized bedrooms. Great outdoor area. All that you need including washing machine and dryer. Walking distance to shops, park and beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Rebecca T.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
natalie c.
28 February 2019
amazing
Fantastic home. Great home. Definitely be back
natalie c.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sandie G.
29 August 2017
Ticks All the Boxes!
This property is so well set up and ticks all the boxes: seating, heating, walk to town, clean, comfortable, nice decor and free wi-fi! We had a really fun weekend. Also, Annemarie is a pleasure to deal with. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Great location, spacious for a cottage stay , great outdoor setting. Bed quality needs reviewing
Great stay, a very well kept cottage that lives up to the description on site. Was easy to access and the outdoor area was suburb to spend time in. My only advice for an amazing overall experience would be to please get new bedding (mattresses ) as and some
More crockery for a full house. Other then that amazing!
This is a good house, major appliances worked well, in a quiet location close to beach and well-stocked IGA supermarket. Bedrooms are well separated from living room and kitchen/dining area. We particularly appreciated the empty shelf in a kitchen cupboard, the sturdy rack for hanging towels, the good supply of hot water, and the well-functioning clothes dryer.
Only drawback: if you have respiratory allergies, be aware that all rooms but the kitchen have fragrance sticks in aromatic oils, and that they fail to mask the various smells in the house.
The neighbourhood was super quiet, the town was inviting and very friendly, the fishing was super great and the weather (raining and cool) was perfect for us. Many happy memories made here.
We loved our stay here. Location was perfect for us; just a short walk to beach, shops, cafes. St Leonard’s was a beautiful beach spot and much quieter than some other nearby towns that we drove through on our visit. We will be back!
Wonderful place to stay clean, comfortable, and everything very well organised and provided for. there's a wonderful outside sitting area, very private and peaceful. A lovely stay.
Gorgeous house, immaculately clear, 5 minutes walk from the shops and beach.
Loved the little extra touches that Annmarie left like the beach umbrella and chairs, buckets and spades! It's a shame we didn't have the weather to use them but looking forward to going back :)
Had everything we needed, very comfortable and walking distance to the shops.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Cathy Z.
11 April 2019
Cosy cottage, comfortable and well appointed
Everything you need for a stay away from home, great location to relax and a good base to explore the Peninsula.
Cathy Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
12 March 2019
Great house for our 3 generation family holiday.
Very clean and cosy cottage with all amenities. Great position and close proximity to shops, playground and beach. Well equipped both inside and outside.
Anne D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peta N.
10 February 2019
Clean and tidy little oasis
This beautiful home was perfect for our family. Equipped with everything and close walking distance to shops, beach and beautiful ducks, geese and pelicans.
Thankyou again for letting us stay in your lovely home
Peta N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessie M.
31 January 2019
Fantastic value for money
We had 3 families stay in this beautiful home.
It was the perfect place to stay close to the shops and beach.
Backyard was great for the kids.
Will definitely be staying there again.
Jessie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Maggie B.
23 January 2019
Charming cottage - felt so at home
Comfortable, clean, easy walk to the shops and beach.
Thank you for sharing your home with us Annemarie
Maggie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Greg C.
17 January 2019
Holiday
Had a great time at Sophorae, managed to eat and drink the local products which were very enjoyable. Shame the weather was a bit cooler, but can't judge that.
Good facilities and would consider again some tine
regards
Greg