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Starhaven Retreat

4.0 star property
Salt air and indoor pool, near St Leonards Beach

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Front of property
Meeting facility
Dining
Sundeck
Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Haven Suite

Haven Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Accessible, Beach View

Deluxe Suite, Accessible, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
13 Calimo Place, Indented Head, VIC, 3223

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St Leonards Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Portarlington Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Portarlington Waterfront - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 14 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Daughters Cafe and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fig Tree Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪St Leonards Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Starhaven Retreat

Upscale hotel near St Leonards Beach
Located close to Portarlington Golf Club, Starhaven Retreat provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a rooftop terrace. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a facial and a massage at the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an art gallery on-site and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a banquet hall and 1 meeting room
  • Barbecues, coffee/tea in reception and beach towels
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 46-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, French, German

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Portarlington Grand Hotel

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 16 reviews
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (64 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Starhaven Retreat
Starhaven Retreat Hotel
Starhaven Retreat Hotel Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Resort Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Resort
Starhaven Retreat Innted Head
Starhaven Retreat Hotel
Starhaven Retreat Indented Head
Starhaven Retreat Hotel Indented Head

Frequently asked questions

Does Starhaven Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Starhaven Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Starhaven Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Starhaven Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Starhaven Retreat?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Starhaven Retreat located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from St Leonards Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Portarlington Golf Club. Portarlington Waterfront and Leura Park Estate are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Starhaven Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Robert and Ian Thank you so much for sharing your Beautiful Home . Your Christmas tree is amazing ❤️ Great chats at the breakfast table .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Starhaven. Rob and Ian are fantastic hosts, they made us feel comfortable right from the start. The retreat is lovely,spacious and clean. Rob and Ian are knowleable about the Bellarine Peninsula and gave some good advise about the areas attractions. Hoping to be able to go back for another stay next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing beautiful views, the hosts Ian & Robert were super friendly and great to have a chat with, they made sure that their guests had everything they needed. The cooked breakfast was fabulous . Mickey the dog was also super friendly and loved a pat everyday. Great place to stay Thanks Rhonda & Bob
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Rouba

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More of a shared house
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hagai

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hulda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bob and Ian were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pinar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Starhaven Retreat. Rob and Ian looked after us and they were the perfect host. Our Haven premium room facilities were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful break, two nights was not enough, Ian and Rob, were great hosts, breakfast was delicious and filling great way to start the day, furnishings and decor were very tasteful, A very relaxing place to stay with all the facilities you could ever want. We felt comfortable and relaxed. We would love to stay at Starhaven again. , ,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Rob and Ian, we had an amazing time, so many laughs. Absolutely magnificent property, with amazing facilities. Breakfast was delicious, hosts were so welcoming and accomodating. Don’t hesitate book NOW!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Star haven was wonderful! From the moment we arrived, nothing was too much trouble, our hosts Rob and Ian were extremely accommodating. As we were going to a function I had enquired about early check in, and they messaged us at two to say our room was ready! Breakfast was delicious, and the property was simply beautiful in a fantastic area with beautiful views over the bay. In all, a perfect mini break... can’t wait ‘ til we go again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoi our stay at starhaven retreat, fantasic modern house,fantastic host, we enjoied their company over breakfeast cooked to perfection, we enjoied the fantastic theatre room, and the spa poll & sauna, we recomend this accomodation to anyone that is going to the bellarine peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The house is beautiful. The rooms extremely comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. The hosts were amazing. Wonderful movie experience with popcorn, ice-cream, drinks and warm blankets
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic Destination, worth a detour.

True to the photos, it's an amazing property. The hosts are professional, but friendly, and serve a very nice breakfast. There's a number of extra special amenities, and we chose to watch Bohemian Rhapsody in their theater with freshly served popcorn and ice cream.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
別荘に泊めてもらった親密さと快適さ。 それにも増して、良いオーナーに出逢えたことが最も印象に残った。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation and facilities were spectacular. It's obvious that much thought and effort has been taken to achieve such quality. No need is unmet; the hosts made us feel at home and that nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Host’s!!!

Rob and Ian are excellent hosts and we were delighted by the experience. We will definitely plan another drive to PA and stay at Starhaven Retreat for a longer period this time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing and the views were breathtaking, Rob and Ian were great hosts and made us very comfortable, they even cooked us a beautiful breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Discovering the Bellarine

We knew nothing about the Bellarine Peninsula before staying here. After three days we know much more. Rob and Ian have a great network to help you line up your stay. For example we rented e-bikes for a day loop tour. The breakfasts can only be described as elaborate. A gigantic library of movies organized by decade.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019