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Howards Hill bed & breakfast

Family-friendly vacation home in Melbourne with free breakfast

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Nestled among Manna Gums, ancient grass trees and 30 Acres of blissful bush, Howard's Hill offers a serene retreat for couples, families or small groups. Unwind in the large claw-foot bath or admire views from upstairs lounges while relaxing in the downstairs rumpus room with comfy couches and a fireplace. Explore nearby Greens Bush for bush walking or trail ride through The Ranch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Howards Hill bed & breakfast

Nestled among Manna Gums, ancient grass trees and 30 Acres of blissful bush, the converted barn of Howard's Hill is perfect for an intimate retreat, a family getaway, golf buddies weekend away or small groups with horses. All are welcome

With relaxation in mind, families, couples, dogs and even your own horses will feel right at home with a mix of modern conveniences amongst a spectacular backdrop.

The Barn

The fully renovated barn has everything you need to unwind from the moment you arrive. With every thing supplied, from linen to lounges, all you'll need to bring is a hunger to relax .
Unwind in the large claw-foot bath, admire the views from the upstairs lounges, or simply relax in the downstairs rumpus room - complete with very comfy couches, table tennis, television and fireplace with loads of wood provided
The Barn has it all...


The Property

Surrounded by nature, Howard's Hill is the perfect retreat after exploring all the Peninsula has to offer. Relax by the picturesque dam in the gazebo and enjoy a glass of wine while listening to the frogs and birds as the sun goes down, the perfect retreat after the event.

Greens Bush, part of the Nepean National Park, is practically at the back door, ideal for bush walking. Or for guests that would like to trail ride the area, we will accommodate your own horses, or trail rides can be arranged at nearby The Ranch or Gunnamatta Trail Rides. Golf courses such as Moonah Links and The National Golf Club and RACV are just minutes away, as are many of the Peninsula's Wineries. Beautiful beaches for surfing, fishing or swimming are all within a short drive.

We are conveniently located within 15 mins of Rosebud Plaza shopping centre for all your need, but when you are here at Howards Hill you feel miles away from anything. Relax unwind and enjoy the serenity.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
cape schanck, VIC

What's nearby

  • Mornington Peninsula National Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Rye Beach - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 25 min drive - 16.0 miles

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station - 36 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mini Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elements Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Donut King - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Unica Cucina E Caffe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Howards Hill bed & breakfast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Howards Hill bed & breakfast?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Howards Hill bed & breakfast?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Howards Hill bed & breakfast located?

This family-friendly Melbourne vacation home is located in Boneo, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mornington Peninsula National Park, Ace-Hi Ranch, and Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre. National Golf Club is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Howards Hill bed & breakfast Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property

Beautiful location and property with was incredibly peaceful and enjoyable. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We'll be back

Wonderful stay. Hard to describe how lovely it was staying here. I think the best way to sum it up is that I didn't want to leave a review as we want it all to oursleves :). Wonderful place, people, animals, location....eveything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris N., Toowoomba

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Everything was easy from booking to arriving to collecting the firewood for the week. Very welcoming of our two big dogs which had a fantastic time running around the property and our horse was very happy in his paddock. The barn is a fantastic space with a great outlook over the property. Couldn't ask for more and will definitely be back to stay next year when we are back down there. Fantasticly friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kay W.

Relaxing breakaway

We had a wonderful time at Howard's Hill. Very quirky and relaxing at the same time. Loved the visits from Roger and Brenda, the dogs. But also Fiona and Neil were so lovely. Very helpful and great to chat to. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this beautiful property

We had a great time exploring this property and meeting Fiona and Neil and their menagerie of friendly pets. We can't wait to visit again. Our little dog Harry had so much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure bliss

We enjoyed absolutely everything about our stay. The rural setting is just divine, yet it is very easy to drive to shops for supplies. Fiona and Neil were lovely hosts and the communication pre and during was perfect. We will definitely return!

8/10 Good

Alison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2Bays Ultramarathon stay

Extremely helpful hosts, Fiona and Neil made us welcome! They helped entertain my four hour old with a ride on the motorbike and showing him around the farm. A relaxing stay pre and post ultramarathon. The accom was an expected, everything you could need was there and the food basket was a nice bonus. The beds were comfortable and restful. Lovely sunny spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two night stay

Our stay here was lovely and quiet which is what we both wanted. Fiona is a lovely host, easy to deal with prior, and during our stay - very welcoming. The Barn is located in lovely surrounds, had everything we needed and easy access to the Peninsula Hot Springs, Cape Schank and the bay beaches. Highly recommend staying here to explore the area.

10/10 Excellent

liz m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect get away!

We had such a wonderful time at Howard’s Hill! Our only wish is that our stay was longer 😊 The level of care and attention to detail really shines through, and the surrounds are simply stunning. Fiona was lovely to deal with and we felt really welcomed. Thank you for a great mini getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, bushy escape

Howard’s Hill was a beautiful, expansive place to get away from crowds. The barn is well equipped, the beds have beautiful linen and there was a very generous supply of breakfast food. The surrounding grounds are beautiful and full of gum trees. We would love to come back sometime.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and view

Tranquil setting, Amazing home, clean with everything you could need & more including a thoughtful and generous host.. ..loved it and defiantly will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing mini break

We absolutely adored our little holiday. The commitment that the hosts had to the property shone through. It was the most incredible estate with gorgeous horses to say hello to every morning outside our barn. The kids had a ball and the hosts were so friendly I really felt like we were treated with such thoughtfulness and care.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short getaway

Great accommodation! Felt super relaxed the entire stay. Resident dogs are extremely friendly too!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene, picturesque accommodation full of character

What a lovely experience it was for three tired nurses needing rest, peace and quiet and some pampering. We loved the stable and loft accommodation, the beauty of the surrounds and the attention to detail. 10/10. We will be back. 💖
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great country stay!

Could not be a more relaxing place to hang out with the family. Fabulous barn and a bit of a novelty for the kids, everything provided that you’d ever need ( DVDs included) bonus points for the pony ride before we left! Great night away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a wonderful experience!

We loved our stay, such a unique and beautiful property, we arrived to a roaring log fire, the barn was wonderful and the location idyllic, we felt instantly relaxed - the serenity! Thanks for having us :)

10/10 Excellent

Kitty McCaffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Visited the barn for a girls weekend away. Cosy and relaxed atmosphere with gorgeous walks and views of the ocean. Comfy beds and very clean bathrooms with bath salts, soap etc. We will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay at Howard’s Hill!

Thank for a lovely stay and we’d highly recommend this property for a nice quiet getaway. Very cosy and comfortable. Our doggy had great fun with Roger and Brenda (on-site pooches)! Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Bernadine M.

A beautiful sanctuary with warm fires, tranquility, generosity and comfort.

We thoroughly enjoyed staying in such a comfortable, peaceful environment with ample provisions of fire wood, food and luxury additions such as fluffy cushions, comfortable beds, gorgeous deep bath and picturesque environment. Lovely walks on the property and gazing out at the wildlife were highlights, not to mention patting the horse and lounging in the sunshine on the deck. This unique place is carefully planned to ensure that the various spaces encourage you to relax and unwind. Love it immensely and we are grateful to Fiona and Neil for providing us with this opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Great Accomadation😀

Very cosy, loved the wood fire, everything you could need to make stay more than comfortable. Plenty of games to occupy us . Very good that l could bring my two dogs who enjoyed the holiday just as much . My sister who walks with a frame also had no trouble navigating the space , very wheelchair friendly . Will definitely stay again great hosts👍😁Thankyou Fiona
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kilmeny B.

Amazing farm stay in Boneo!

Howard’s Hill was the perfect Mornington Peninsula get away. The converted barn was a lovely home away from home with everything you could wish for including a generous breakfast basket. We loved sitting outside on the balcony looking out over the property, especially at sunset when the sun slips away behind the trees. We only wish we had had more time to enjoy all the other lovely seating areas outside...Fiona and Neil were the perfect hosts and made us feel totally at home on their beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Fantastic stay. Beautiful surrounds, charming owners and access to fantastic beaches.

Our family loved staying there - a lovely house/barn, extensive grounds and beautiful landscaping. The owners are charming. The location is fantastic for access to three different coasts with varying terrains, the wineries and other lovely spots. We’ve been back 4 times so far.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Chill on the Hill

Thanks to Fiona, your property is one of the best places we have stayed at. The barn and stables are perfect for the laid back weekend birthday we were celebrating. Our Aussie Shepherd 'Rylee' loved playing with the other dogs and admiring the horses. Hope to be back soon. Cheers, David and Patsy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn N.

Perfection

An absolutely perfect getaway. Highly recommend this property to everyone. Every part of the stay was organised and designed with guest comfort as the highest priority.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018