See all properties
Save
Entire home

Machiya Cottage Charm

Photo gallery for Machiya Cottage Charm

Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Machiya Cottage Charm

Peaceful cottage located 300 meters walk to the stunning Bonbeach beach and 150 meters to the Patterson river walk/bike track loop. The Railway station, cafes and restaurant are only a 10 minute 450m walk.
The cottage is an original 1930's weatherboard, exuding its quaint high ceilings and calming reading/drawing room with a gorgeous cottage garden, salad greens and all your herbs to pick.

Featuring period furnishings with all the mod cons and kitchen, offering an enclosed private outdoor garden setting.

Property manager

susan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Cycling 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Machiya Cottage Charm
Machiya Charm Melbourne
Machiya Cottage Charm Melbourne
Machiya Cottage Charm Private vacation home
Machiya Cottage Charm Private vacation home Melbourne

About the neighborhood

Map
melbourne, VIC

What's nearby

  • Carrum Beach - 8 min walk
  • Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands - 3 min drive
  • Sandown Racecourse - 17 min drive
  • Monash University - 18 min drive
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Carrum Station - 5 min walk
  • Melbourne Leawarra Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patterson River - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crackerjack Waterfront Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carrum station Charcoal chicken - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Settle Gretel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Cove Hotel - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Machiya Cottage Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Machiya Cottage Charm ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Machiya Cottage Charm ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Machiya Cottage Charm located?

Located in Bonbeach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carrum Beach and Chelsea Beach. Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands and Seaford Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). Carrum Station is 5 minutes by foot and Bonbeach Station is 13 minutes.

Machiya Cottage Charm Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek W., Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonbeach Beauty!
The Machiya was exactly what we needed! Old world eclectic charm with all the amenities necessary to make your stay pleasant! Aldi is just around the corner and we picked up some dinner kits that were delicious! We checked out the wineries in the Mornington Peninsula and of course enjoyed swimming and sunbathing at the beach which was close by! Susan surprised us with some happy hour goodies and a beautiful arrangement! The gardens here are stunning and the Jasmine was in full bloom and smelled wonderful! We had breakfast one morning out in the garden area! This place is a beauty! Great value, great hosts, great beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely internal design and really beautiful gardening
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best cottage stay in Melbourne
This is a beautiful place to stay. We visit Melbourne quite often and it is just down the road from my son and his wife. It's comfortable, clean and so welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and warm when we entered the cottage, friendly welcoming hostess who had taken the time to leave a cheese platter in the fridge and chocolates on the bench. Clean and tidy, with beautiful linen on the bed, and everything imaginable that you would need in the kitchen, we enjoyed our picnic , using your containers and picnic backpack. Thanks again Susan. Wifi was a little interrupted at times. Apart from that it was a perfect place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue g.

Liked: Cleanliness
just gorgeous
After having stayed at the Cottage ourselves, purchased a visit for my daughter and son in law. Upon entering they were immediately mesmerised by the gorgeous, fun, and comfortable furnishings. The cottage was beautifully appointed, clean and welcoming with the heater on and a cosy couch waiting. Thank you for all that you did.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and homely
Clean and comfortable. Well stocked with everything we needed. Communication with Susan was great. Off street parking space more suited to a small car. With a big car it was difficult to get in and out of. Enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this property
We enjoyed everything about this property from the host to the lovely garden and cottage. It was all that we could have wished for. Would love to come back soon. Worth a trip all the way from western Canada. Highly recommend to everyone.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C., Calgary, AB

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cottage in a fine location
Nice to have the space. Well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and peaceful
Felt very relaxed in the cottage. The area was wonderful. Great river walks and beach 5 minutes away. Susan was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

a l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alex
Couldn’t fault this cottage during our stay. Cozy, well appointed, and in a great spot near the beach or a walk along the canal
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Machiya cottage. Thank you Susan, your place is just beautiful 😍
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage right by the beach
Lovely location, cozy vibes - perfect for those wanting to just chill and explore the neighbourhood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Stay
Great! Lots of towels and blankets!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely comfortable property
We really enjoyed our stay at Susan’s cottage. It was a perfect location for visiting our family and very comfortable. Lovely quirky decor. Great host Highly recommend Thank you.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

w s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Very cute and well furnished cottage with lots of nice touches to make it feel nice and homely. PM was very friendly and always available to provide help. The little nibbles available in the fridge when I arrived were very appreciated and helped me feel at home. Lots of blankets and towels are provided as well. The private garden is beautiful, and the house was filled with nice plants and fresh flowers. The gas stove is an old model and needs manual lighting, but i figured it out using one of the lighters provided. The location was very good, within walking distance of shops, 2 beaches and next to a train line. Its located in a very quaint seaside town. Perfect place for a solo trip or with a partner. I hope to visit again sometime in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and cozy and terrific host
Very nice, quiet, clean, cozy, comfortable bed and fully equipped kitchen. Everything we were looking for and a convenient location for what we wanted. Susan was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. A welcome platter of cheese, crackers, fruit and nibbles was very much appreciated after a long day on the motorbikes. I would definitely recommend this place to any single or couple wanting a quite, comfortable place to stay for any length of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F., Whangarei NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Ian.
A fantastic cottage stile living close to every thing you want and need. Very helpful and friendly hostess
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Washing machine
Disappointed there was no washing machine other than that enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Delightful, very comfortable, a little quirky, Susan and Greg very friendly and helpful, would stay there again if were weren't moving house to live in the neighbourhood.
Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely eclectic cabin with great finishing touches
great coimmunication and wonderful host, lovely finishings and high quality towels and other touches like vase of fresh herbs. Bathroom not next to bedroom just to set expectations but great spot, lovely eneregy and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent and relaxing
We had a wonderful time at the house. It was very homely and had everything we needed. It was really close to walk to the beach and shops as well. Susan also had left us some cheese, strawberries, biscuits and chocolate which was a lovely touch. We would happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
I would have to say that this is the nicest place I have ever stayed in. The cottage is just so well appointed and welcoming. It is perfectly clean and very well presented. The host was so lovely to deal with. The garden is beautiful too. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, every little detail of the decor was beautiful and her plants were so wonderfully loved. There was a lovely surprise in the fridge but we didn’t get a chance to enjoy. We would definitely stay here again if we were staying in the area Thanks Susan ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gren J., Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Second stay at this old charm house
What a lovely stay at Susan’s place! Enjoyed it so much last time that we came back again. Not disappointed at all. And Bonbeach is a great place for a getaway. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet neighbourhood, comfortable living with everything you need in a home away from home. You are even allowed to use the herbs in the garden. Our 2 night stay was during quite wet and cold weather, so didn't get to enjoy the garden as much as I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023