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The Observation Loft at Rye

Holiday home in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony

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The Loft at Rye offers a haven of relaxation, with a light-filled living space and cozy wood fire perfect for winter nights. Enjoy the secluded front patio with fire pit, or unwind indoors with board games, books, TV and good WiFi. There's also an outdoor BBQ and well-equipped kitchen to cook up your favourite meals.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

The Observation Loft at Rye

Holiday home in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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 that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

206_179

About the area

Map
Rye, VIC

What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • The Dunes Golf Links - 14 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rye Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Modern Thai Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Nora’s Pizza house - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Observation Loft at Rye pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Observation Loft at Rye?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Observation Loft at Rye?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Observation Loft at Rye located?

Located in Rye, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Rye Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of The Dunes Golf Links and Alba Thermal Springs and Spa. Rosebud Beach and Tootgarook Wetlands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Observation Loft at Rye Reviews

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great stay

A lovely property on a great location and beautifully presented. We had a great stay at The Loft would recommend to friends.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Hayley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, clean & central to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloise L.

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

Beautiful home, will definitely come back!

Absolutely beautiful property, clean and well presented. We stayed a week and could’ve stayed longer - highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic mini getaway at The Loft! The place was very clean and fireplace set up for use. The accommodation is a short walk to Nepean Hwy for cafes and beach. Very dog friendly as well - would definitely recommend and look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025