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Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach

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Beach nearby
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach

Sleeping up to seven, this charming house on a quiet street near the ocean is set up with everything you need to enjoy the gorgeous coastal town of Culburra with your family and pets. With its coastal décor and cosy vibes, as soon as you arrive and smell the sea salt in the air, you’ll already be settled in for a relaxing holiday.

With air conditioning and outdoor seating for the summer, and heaters and a bath for the winter holidays, this house is equipped for all seasons. For those rainy days, the garage has been converted into a games room, containing a dartboard, table tennis, foosball, lounge, and full-sized fridge. It’s the perfect undercover entertainment for adults and kids, and a welcome respite from the heat on sunny days. Your furry friends can be safely ensconced within the fully fenced garden too. Whether inside or outside, there’s plenty of room for everyone, although you’ll have to draw straws for the room with a queen bed and its own TV.

When mealtimes come around, everyone can gather at the table in spacious living areas—either inside or outside—and enjoy fish and chips from down the road in the air conditioning, or cook up a storm on the backyard grill to enjoy the sun and sea breeze. There’s even an herb garden if you’ve got a chef in the family, or a slow cooker if you prefer to let technology do the work for you. We have no doubt you’ll want to stay for a while at this gorgeous property, so take your time and appreciate all the options Tilly’s Retreat provides for you to come together or spread out and enjoy some alone time. For some quality bonding activities, grab a console controller or a board game and defeat your loved ones in a mighty battle of wits and skill, or choose from their book collection and read outside in the hammock with an espresso.

Once you’re fed and rested, it’s time to see the sights! The shining sands and sparkling waves of Warrain Beach and Culburra Beach are just a few minutes walk away, as is Penguin Head with its breathtaking view off the point of the headland with the ocean all around you. You can even hop in the car and drive the short distance to explore Culburra Beach’s local shops and restaurants; the owners recommend Bamboleo Pizzeria Café for dinner! Of course, Tilly’s Retreat will be waiting for you to come back, rinse off the sand in the outdoor shower, and settle on the deck with some cold beers to watch the sun set. For a magically unique experience, grab the telescope from inside and see how many constellations you can spot in the clear coastal night sky.

However you choose to spend your holiday, you’ll make precious memories of love and leisure at Tilly’s Retreat.

Important Information:

- We supply a number of basic pantry items at each property. We are, however, unable to guarantee the availability of all pantry items. 3 toilet rolls are supplied per bathroom. You may wish to bring additional supplies with you.
- Internet in regional areas can be inconsistent and uninterrupted supply is not guaranteed. We will not provide compensation for failure or unexpected unavailability of internet services.
- A small amount from every booking is donated to local charities — a booking with Professional Holiday Homes supports local communities.
- A card surcharge is levied on each payment. It's important to note that since this fee is associated with the bank, it won't be reimbursed in the event of cancellation.
- Fencing: The property is fully fenced
- Air conditioning: The property has air conditioning in the living area only
- We welcome responsible guests that will not cause disturbance to our neighbours.
- For our pet friendly properties, pets are welcome inside but not on furniture or beds (please bring a blanket).
- After booking you must sign a rental agreement. Please contact us prior to booking if you'd like to view a copy.
- No schoolies, parties, bucks or hens groups are permitted.

Property manager

Professional Holiday Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Deck
  • Fully fenced
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Telescope

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Whale watching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-438

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tilly's Retreat Pet Friendly 3 Mins to Beach
Tillys Retreat Pet Friendly 3 Min Walk to Beach
Tilly’s Retreat Pet Friendly 3 Min Walk to Beach
54_50

About the neighborhood

Map
Culburra Beach, NSW

What's nearby

  • Culburra Beach - 4 min walk
  • Penguin Head Lookout - 15 min walk
  • Culburra Beach Sunrise Walk - 4 min drive
  • Jervis Bay National Park - 16 min drive
  • Jervis Bay - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Berry Station - 38 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culburra Beach Bowling Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Plaza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Rocks Seafood Restaurant & Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Butterfactory - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Currarong Beach - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach located?

This family-friendly Culburra Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Culburra Beach and Wollumboola Lake. Penguin Head Lookout and Culburra Beach Sunrise Walk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Tilly’s Retreat - Pet Friendly-3 Min Walk to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for humans and pets
Tilly's Retreat was an excellent property and felt like a real home. It was clean and tidy with games and games space for the kids which kept them entertained on our one day of bad weather. The kitchen had everything we needed, beds were comfortable and the outdoor deck with BBQ was great for meals with the sound of crashing waves in the background. Our two dogs were safe and secure in the yard and loved the two dog friendly beaches located a short walk from the property. Only recommendation would be to add a mirror in in the back bedroom or laundry/2nd toilet to help manage with single bathroom. We would choose to stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Lots of room, and heaps to do as there was one rainy day in there, loves the games room, great addition to any house in the holidays. Thanks for hosting us... coming back again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Culburra Beach
We had a great time at Culburra Beach. A gorgeous beach & town. The house was awesome & had everything you could possibly want & need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
We had a great weekend away. The property was perfect and so safe for our dog. We really appreciated all of the little touches that made it feel so comfortable. Thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the beach and comfy
House was comfortable and had enough space for all the family to be apart and come back together. Just around the block is the beach that is great for long walks and dogs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Coast Break
The property was in a nice location , unfortunately after 3 weeks of rain beaches were dirty. Our dog love it though. Just ask on an off chance if the lawns could be mowed as due to excessive the rainfall. Suprisingly enough they got cut on Saturday ,which was great for the kids & dog to play. We all had a good break.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
We and our dog loved the place it was perfect it had everything you could want and then some more . The owners have put little thoughtful touches such as spices and condiments as well as a few Lavaza pods . I especially loved the gates on the property that we could lock the dog of in sections to keep them safe and out of the way . We look forward to returning soon .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Aaron B.

Nice place, would visit again
Easy walk to beach, fun games room, eat drive to local things to see
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Had a great time with the kids, the house was perfectly fitted out for our needs, good sized backyard and a garage full of toys for the adults and kids. Kitchen was stocked with all those bits and pieces you need (or forgot!) available in the cupboards. The best part is the location - walking distance to two beaches and the new playground up the road. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emilia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be coming back!
Had such a lovely time at Tilly’s retreat. The property is spacious, and has a great outdoor area. Our little one loved it, as did our two pups. The house was very clean and had a fully stocked kitchen (appliances and dining ware) which made it easy to cook meals. We loved it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Sheila B.

Great location and everything you want.
The location is great. Close to the beach and local shop. The property is very well equipped. Everything you might want.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Camilla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
Absolutley loved our stay- great house that had all of the appliances that we would need. The shed was great fun and very close to the beach!

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
We had a great experience at the property, was exactly as listed...great proximity to the beach for taking our dog for beach runs and then walks for coffee. The house was great and worked well for two families. The outdoor space was perfect. We had a pretty poor weather weekend yet that didn’t seem to bother us as we had plenty to do at the house. Thanks again, hopefully we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Fantastic experience staying at Tilly’s and we would love to return. Layout was perfect for multiple families and the kids loved the playroom and proximity to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely house in a great spot!
We had a lovely stay while visiting to attend a birthday party nearby!! Was a lovely haven to go back to each day and a great location! Thanks kindly! We would love to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at Culburra Beach
Tilly's Retreat was fabulous and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Definitely recommend!

8/10 Good

renee P., Prestons

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a family holiday ! The sound of the ocean, short walk to beach - recharge & relax
Not a great start - property management were abrupt when we needed help with access - no screen door key. Once inside we made ourselves at home, including our 17 year old beagle. Lovely weather over 4 days - lots of exploring. Thank you for sharing your holiday home, would certainly recommend !

10/10 Excellent

Lucy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent accom
Lovely accommodation in great location. The best stocked short term rental we have stayed in (everything you could want in he kitchen, lots of games, dvds etc).

10/10 Excellent

Loretta G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for quiet stay with dog
Very well recently renovated holiday cottage. Light filled and cosie. 3 minutes walk to beach and walking distance to shops. Well equipped kitchen and nice Weber BBQ.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
2 min walk to beach and great property. exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped and close to beach
The property was well equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Our puppy enjoyed roaming around in the backyard and at Culburra Beach which was only a few minutes drive from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A well appointed stylish house
Great house for our family of 4 and dog. Large undercover outdoor areas which were great as the weather was not our friend. Definitely want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trudi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pet friendly holiday by the beach
This was a great house for the family and dog to stay. The beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything needed. The dog enjoyed running around the back yard. Few things could have been slightly cleaner (mainly in bathroom) but overall everything was excellent with a short walk to the beach and close drive to shops and off-leash beach. Only thing I would have liked is covers over the underneath of the house as the dog kept going under there to chase lizards. But no harm came of it so it was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely clean relaxing home
Would def rate it and stay here again. It has everything you need for a break- home away from home. Only negative I found was no flyscreen on the back door which was a shame as we kept the door open most of the time. And the outside steps were a bit steep and main ones into the garden had no rail - not good for my arthritis or our elderly dog who struggled a little especially when it rained and they got wet. But it was a beautiful house and stay.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable, but not much privacy.
The property was clean and well equipped, and we had a smooth check in process. We didn't enjoy the location at the house or surrounds. With blinds open during the day, we had little privacy as there are no trees screening views from the street or neighbours. A loud party at the house next door that went on until the early AM made for a bad night's sleep for all of us, and I was attacked at the local beach by an off-leash dog (we deliberately visited during the on-leash times but very few dog owners observed the signs). Still, most of what made our stay unpleasant had nothing to do with the property or owners, and was circumstantial.