Hi, we’re Hometime. Passionate hosts since 2015, we are proud to welcome guests to our unique collection of homes across Australia and New Zealand, which we care for on behalf of their owners. Each of our properties is equipped with everything you need for a five-star experience, and our team of local hosts is committed to making sure your stay is exceptional. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about our homes, or if we can help in any way. We look forward to hosting you! The Hometime Team

Upon entry, you’ll be greeted by a sitting room to the right with two red leather chairs and a living area to the left that is furnished with comfortable black leather couches, bright artwork and a wall-mounted, wide-screen TV. You’ll also find a study that doubles as a second lounge room with leather couches and a collection of board games to enjoy with the whole family. Nearby sits the main bathroom with a shower, vanity and separate toilet. Off the lounge room, a coastal-inspired dining area with a marble-topped table sits alongside a fully-equipped kitchen with all the basics to whip up a meal at home. Enjoy relaxing nights cooking up a storm before unwinding on the spacious timber balcony as you soak up beautiful sunset views across the bay or in the fenced back garden. Come evening, take your pick of three bedrooms. A master bedroom comes furnished with a plush queen bed and a large window; a second bedroom features two single beds, built-in wardrobes and chests of drawers; and a third bedroom also features two single beds that sit against a cheerful blue feature wall. Additional luxuries include heating, ceiling fans, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a laundry area with washer and dryer. Enjoy the added convenience of secure parking for up to three cars.

There’s nothing like a weekend on the Bellarine Peninsula, and Portarlington—one of the most popular coastal towns on the peninsula—is loved for its sheltered swimming beaches, attractive foreshore, ample waterfront picnic areas and campgrounds and its laid-back, water-based activities which include stand-up paddleboarding, jet skiing and kayaking. Popular for its mussels, you can try the salty sea creatures at Little Mussel Cafe—a family-run cafe that offers everything from chowders to tasting plates. Or spend a day winery hopping at the many vineyards that surround Portarlington. Jack Rabbit Vineyard is a great place to try a tipple of pinot grigio paired with their famed mussel dish. When you’ve had enough food and wine, stroll down to the beautiful Portarlington Pier and soak up the views on the Rambler Walk, a stroll that takes you along the foreshore as you soak up the stunning water views.