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Shearwater Cottage is a charming double storey weatherboard Cottage that can sleep up to nine people comfortably. Beautifully decorated in a French Provincial style and located in Rye in Victoria.

Shearwater Cottage set on an established garden block with two other Cottages it is a completely private fully self contained four bedroom Cottage. Relax in the spacious bathroom with scented candles and then unwind in the beautiful lounge with a closed wood burning fire, a good book and a glass of wine during winter stays or open the sliding doors and bathe on wrought iron loungers in the sunny courtyard in summer.

From Shearwater Cottage walk to everything in Rye ... only 250 metres to Rye front beach and within a 5 minute walk to Rye itself and all it has to offer. Take a picnic to the beach, we even provide the picnic basket or browse the gift shops, eat in the cafes and award winning restaurants or even have a casual drink at the numerous watering holes.

Kids and pets are always welcome at Shearwater Cottage in Rye, Victoria ... The Cottage is perfect for a large family or two families and we can easily accommodate pets with a kennel provided if you wish. There is room for the kids and they can be kept entertained with a box of toys, books, games and videos and their own separate lounge upstairs. Relax outside and cook dinner on the barbeque, there is an outdoor setting for eating al fresco in the warmer months and enough logs to keep you cosy during winter.

Tourist Attractions around Rye in Victoria, Australia:

Peninsula Hot Springs
Natural Hot Mineral Springs have been found deep underground on Melbourne's Mornington Peninsula. The 50ºC waters rich in healing minerals are now flowing to the surface and into the thermal pools at the new Peninsula Hot Springs.

For the first time in Victoria it is possible to bathe in the naturally healing waters of mineral rich thermal pools. Like the historic and famous spa centres of Europe, Asia, the Americas and New Zealand, the natural hot springs on the Mornington Peninsula bring the blissful and healthy pleasure of "taking the waters" to the people.

Food and Wine
The Mornington Peninsula is home to over 170 vineyards, many of which have cellar doors. A visit to the area offers more than just the opportunity to enjoy award-winning wines. There is no shortage of restaurants and cafés offering outstanding food and wine served against a backdrop of breathtaking bay and country scenery. The local produce is also exceptional and available direct at farm gates and roadside stalls. Fertile soils ensure top quality berries, apples and vegetables as well as speciality cheeses, lavender, olives and other delights.

Sailing
With Sail Sorrento sailing on the Mornington Peninsula provides an array of scenery - past cheeky seals, playful dolphins, the South Channel Fort and Lighthouse, the Quarantine Station at Point Nepean, the Portsea cliff-top mansions and Sorrento in a safe, serene and fun environment.

Gardens and Mazes
The Enchanted Maze Garden
Enliven the senses in a world of Enchanted Mazes, Fantasy Gardens, Sculpture Park Walk, Brain Teaser Challenges and The Amazing Lolly Shop with every delicious fantasy you could think of all at The Enchanted Maze Garden.

Ashcombe Maze
Ashcombe boasts over 10 themed garden areas set on 25 acres along with a fully licensed cafe and garden terrace and gift shop and is more than a maze!