Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace

Hilltop Cottage – Coastal Family Retreat Just 400m from Bridgewater Bay Escape to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula surf coast and enjoy a relaxing stay at Hilltop Cottage, a charming beach house just 400 metres from the pristine sands of Bridgewater Bay. Perfect for families, couples, and small groups this fully furnished coastal retreat combines comfort, convenience, and a peaceful beachside setting. Why Guests Love Hilltop Cottage ✓ Just 400m to Bridgewater Bay Beach ✓ Secure fully fenced garden ✓ Cosy wood fireplace for winter stays ✓ Air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort ✓ Outdoor entertaining deck with BBQ ✓ Close to wineries, hot springs, golf courses and coastal walking trails ✓ Sleeps up to 6 guests Featuring polished timber floors throughout, the cottage comfortably accommodates up to six guests across three spacious bedrooms. The master and second bedrooms each offer a queen bed, while the third bedroom includes two single beds, making it ideal for families with children or groups of friends. A family bathroom with a sunken bath provides a practical and relaxing space after a day of exploring the coastline. The light-filled open-plan living and dining area is designed for year-round comfort. During winter, curl up beside the cosy Kinara wood fire, while summer stays are kept comfortable with reverse-cycle air conditioning and heating. The well-equipped timber kitchen flows seamlessly onto a covered outdoor deck overlooking the secure garden, creating the perfect space for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply soaking up the coastal atmosphere. Set on a large, level block in a quiet residential street, Hilltop Cottage offers easy access to Bridgewater Bay’s beaches, rock pools, walking tracks, and stunning ocean views. The fully fenced garden also provides a safe outdoor space for families with young children to enjoy. Located on the spectacular Mornington Peninsula, guests are perfectly positioned to experience some of Victoria’s most iconic surf beaches, coastal attractions, wineries, and nature reserves. Summer Activities & Attractions Swim, surf, paddleboard, or relax at Bridgewater Bay Explore nearby Mornington Peninsula surf beaches including Rye Ocean Beach, Gunnamatta Beach, St Andrews Beach, and Sorrento Back Beach Discover rock pools, coastal walking tracks, and hidden beach coves Visit local wineries, cellar doors, breweries, and cafés Enjoy golf courses, horse riding, and family-friendly attractions Explore coastal villages including Blairgowrie, Rye, Sorrento, and Portsea Experience spectacular sunsets over the Southern Ocean Winter Activities & Attractions Cosy evenings by the wood fire after a day exploring the coast Whale watching along the Mornington Peninsula coastline during migration season Visit nearby hot springs and wellness experiences Enjoy scenic cliff-top walks with dramatic winter ocean views Explore local galleries, boutique shopping, and artisan food producers Discover the Peninsula’s renowned wineries and restaurants beside a roaring fireplace Experience peaceful beaches and walking trails without the summer crowds Luxury Inclusions Kinara wood fireplace Sony stereo system Smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video and Stan Reverse-cycle heating and cooling in the living and dining area Split-system heating and cooling in the master bedroom Washing machine and dryer Gas BBQ Two sun loungers Covered outdoor entertaining area Secure fully fenced garden Bedroom Configuration Sleeps up to 6 guests across 4 beds. All bedroom and bathroom linen is included during summer (High Season). Please BYO linen at other times of the year. Bedroom 1 (Master): Queen bed. Built-in robe, split-system heating and cooling, pedestal fan. Bedroom 2: Queen bed, built-in robe, pedestal fan. Bedroom 3: Two single beds, built-in robe, pedestal fan. A portacot and high chair are available on request at the time of booking. Bathroom Configuration Bathroom 1: Family bathroom with bath and shower. Powder Room: Separate toilet for added convenience. Whether you’re planning a summer beach holiday, a winter coastal escape, a surfing weekend, a wine-country getaway, or a pet-friendly retreat with your dog, Hilltop Cottage offers the perfect base to experience the best of the Mornington Peninsula’s surf beaches, coastal scenery, wineries, hot springs, and relaxed seaside lifestyle. Please note our terms and conditions when booking: i. This property is the perfect venue for families and friends, couples, mothers group weekends and golfing weekends. ii. A bond is required for all stays, which is refunded after the property is checked and there are no damages. iii. Terms and conditions will be automatically emailed to guests after their reservation is confirmed via email. Please note Property Manager requires all guests to sign and complete a No Party Policy document as part of our traveller verification process. Your booking is not confirmed until your traveller verification process has been completed and approved by us. All bookings are subject to approval pending guest verification. Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory. Failure to complete the guest verification process within 24 hours of booking may result in automatic cancellation. iv. We do not accept schoolies, bucks or hens bookings, nor do we accept parties or events under any circumstances. This is due to strict council regulations enforced by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Short Stay Law, which all guests must agree to when booking. We thank you for your understanding. A security deposit of $500 is required to be held by the Property Manager prior to Arrival.