Dune Shack. Great views & close to the beach

Entire cottage in Venus Bay, Australia

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Nick
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Peace and quiet

Guests say this home is in a quiet area.

Garden and harbor views

Guests say the views are lovely.
The Dune Shack is a classic Venus Bay Beach House, perched high on the Dunes. The Shack is perfect for unwinding and watching the clouds, birds and kangaroos move across the landscape.

The Shack is a 5min walk to the Village Shops, 15min walk to a Patrolled Beach and only 45min drive to Wilsons Promontory.

A separate Studio’s WFH setup is perfect for those who need to work during family holidays. A 50inch Smart TV is available to connect to your streaming subscriptions.

Insta: Dune_Shack

The space
The Shack has 2 bedrooms, each set up with queen beds. The place has been thoughtfully curated with vintage furniture and pieces tastefully blended with modern comforts to create an easy, relaxed atmosphere.

The recently installed wood heater adds to the cozy atmosphere and provides the perfect cooktop for slow cooking on cold days. There is a 32” smart TV in the main living space and a 50” smart TV in the downstairs studio for movie night.

The separate downstairs Studio is perfect for those who need to work and need an extra bit of privacy.

The Shack has an original kitchen and bathroom which adds to the charm of the shack, original features are complimented with vintage treasures. Double glazing has been installed to the shack along with wall insulation.

Linen is provided but please bring your own beach towels.

Weekly and monthly booking discounts available

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire Shack and Studio with the exception of a small shed by the side of the house.

Other things to note
The Dune Shack is part off-grid with water collected and treated (septic tank) onsite. Water conservation requirements apply during your stay, please be mindful of water usage. Internet and electricity are connected to the grid.

Pets are most welcome at The Dune Shack. The back yard is fenced. Please ensure pets feet are clean if within the house and off furniture. If your pet is inclined to jump on furniture we request that you bring your own pet blankets.

Please note there are a number of steps from the parking area to the entrance of the main Shack.

If you plan on using the wood heater, we recommend buying some wood and kindling from a service station or the local general store on your way to Venus Bay.

What this place offers

Garden view
Harbor view
Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi – 23 Mbps
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 111 reviews.

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Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Venus Bay, Victoria, Australia
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Neighborhood highlights

Quiet yet convenient, The Dune Shack is perfectly located close to the shops and the beach whilst secluded with beautiful views of the inlet. Venus Bay is perfect for immersing yourself in nature, it has a village feel with good amenities. The beaches are wonderfully vast and the trees and animals are aplenty.

Meet your host

Superhost
141 reviews
4.96 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
Speaks English

Nick is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Mariano

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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