Title: Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=2261&destination=Melbourne%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=75877484&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye ## Photo gallery for Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye ![Dining - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/55a2f92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/6a86c88e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/5e8aa9bd_edited_d293.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/a70d7918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, streaming services - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/78e61d3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye, a hidden sanctuary with treetop views and an alfresco area overlooking the pool. Unwind in one of two light-filled living areas, one with a cozy gas fireplace or enjoy full linen supplied and smart TVs throughout. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Welcome to Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye! This hidden sanctuary is your perfect home away from home. No doubt most of your time will be spent in the amazing alfresco area that has treetop views and overlooks the solar heated pool. We also have 2 light and bright living areas, 1 with a gas fireplace. 4 beautifully styled bedrooms plus second living with 2 fold out couches and 2 bathrooms. Fully air conditioned & with ducted heating throughout to ensure your comfort all year round. Free Wifi. Perfectly set up to gather family and friends with free Wifi, all the main streaming services and full linen supplied. We have five sleeping spaces, sleeping twelve guests in comfortable beds. Bedroom one with Queen bed and ensuite Bedroom two with Queen bed Bedroom three with Queen bed Bedroom four with single bed plus trundle bed that elevates to a normal single bed. Second living space with door that has two high quality queen sized fold out sofa beds. Both living spaces have smart TVs as does the alfresco area. Evaporative cooling and ducted gas heating throughout. Reverse cycle air conditioning in the second living room plus ceiling or pedestal fans in the bedrooms and living spaces. There is also heated lamps in the bathrooms. We want to ensure you are comfortable no matter the weather. Alfresco area with large outdoor dining and barbeque and HD TV. Your booking is for the whole house. Shortly before your arrival date you will be provided with details on how to access the property. Linen, bath towels and starter amenities are provided and included in the price. We welcome guests to book that are going to use the property respectfully. We have a very strict no party policy at the house, which means no loud music day or night and at 11pm we ask you to move inside with no noise to the neighbours. We love our neighbours and want to look after them. Sorry no bucks and absolutely no schoolies bookings of any kind, not even quiet ones Hens parties by application only. Please message through your plans and we will come back to you promptly. Dogs allowed if they are over 12 months old but not on furniture or beds and all traces of pet need to be cleaned up prior to departure. Extra charges apply if this is not done. We look forward to welcoming you to our home. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/196600/196507/7dfb6a6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayview Motel Rosebud Capel Sound - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 793 reviews $83 nightly $91 total May 4 - May 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-04&endDate=2026-05-05&selected=196507&PinnedHotelID=196507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8020000/8016500/8016448/f3bb5644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boathouse Resort Studios & Suites Blairgowrie - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 828 reviews $135 nightly $149 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=8016448&PinnedHotelID=8016448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6580000/6574500/6574440/c7e7b0c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RACV Cape Schanck Resort Cape Schanck - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Kids pool 9.2 Wonderful 989 reviews $120 nightly $133 total Apr 27 - Apr 28 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=6574440&PinnedHotelID=6574440&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4350000/4349600/4349521/w5036h3360x0y0-e54f0937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peppers Moonah Links Resort Fingal - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews $158 nightly $174 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=4349521&PinnedHotelID=4349521&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5940000/5932500/5932431/39a35150.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Portsea Portsea - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 513 reviews $110 nightly $121 total May 3 - May 4 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-03&endDate=2026-05-04&selected=5932431&PinnedHotelID=5932431&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | 5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005900/97005839/64582df1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sol Coastal Retreat - Outdoor Spa and Sauna Rosebud - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=97005839&PinnedHotelID=97005839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71730000/71726500/71726483/da18d74b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaesta Rye by Ready Set Stay - Pet-friendly, solar heated pool, WIFI, Netflix Rye - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=71726483&PinnedHotelID=71726483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48400000/48390400/48390318/e535140c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity Now. 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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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties ### Property is also known as 206\_2 ## About the neighborhood Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Rye, a neighborhood in Melbourne. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Manyung Gallery at Sorrento are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle. Ace-Hi Ranch and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Vacation Homes in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.com/Melbourne-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178283-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.37349%2C144.79636&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j_QLDKMXJqG7matXWJkA7VnGXps=) Rye, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Aerial panorama of Rye suburb on Mornington Peninsula at sunset. Melbourne, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562247865/93cf88e2-2430-4ce0-8e6e-a7732c07fe92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rye Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Mornington Peninsula National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140050/1f535cf7-f407-41c3-af83-e059452d03eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mornington Peninsula National Park 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Saint Johns Wood Road Beach 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Number 16 Beach 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Dimmicks Beach 9 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Avalon Airport (AVV) 112 min drive ### Restaurants - Peninsula Pantry 3 min drive - Blue Fin Sushi Bar 3 min drive - Sea Store Beach Cafe 4 min drive - Nora’s Pizza house 5 min drive - The Rye Hotel 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### Is Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### What time is check-out at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### Where is Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Liana A. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home! Fantastic home! Had everything you could want/ need. Only issues were the cleanliness, extremely dusty, cobwebs everywhere, under beds, behind beds on the walls & couches need a good clean & vacuum. Besides that it was great & id visit again ##### Liana A. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Khadija H. Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Khadija H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### elif k. Mar 18, 2025 ##### elif k. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025