From waterfront penthouses to luxury beach homes, we've found the best holiday homes for rent in Rye!
Rye is one of Victorias favourite holiday destinations, and rightly so. This sleepy seaside town on the Mornington Peninsular is only an hours drive from Melbourne, which makes it the perfect weekend getaway location.
Being a popular town, there are many holiday accommodation options including large family homes or small cosy cottages.
Here are our top 10 Rye holiday house picks
Whether you have a big family or just a couple looking for a romantic getaway, there are many houses to choose from in Rye. Here are 10 great holiday homes available for holiday rent.
- Rye Holiday Home – Best for large families
Our Pick of the Best Rye Holiday Houses For 2024
About the property
One of our top picks in Rye. Located in Rye, within 2.3 km of Blairgowrie Beach, SeaSalt Beach House – architecturally designed offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a garden. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace. The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. A barbecue is available for guests to use at the holiday home. The nearest airport is Avalon Airport, 74 km from SeaSalt Beach House – architecturally designed.
Features
- Free parking,Free WiFi,Superb beaches nearby
What we like
About the property
Located 85 km form the Melbourne Central Business District (CBD), Nest On A Crest is a holiday home located in Rye. You can fire up the barbecue for a tasty meal and enjoy the garden in fair weather. Free private parking and free WiFi are provided. A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer. Bath towels and bed linen are offered at Nest On A Crest. Geelong is 46 km from Nest On A Crest, while Sorrento is 8 km away. Avalon Airport is 48 km from the property.
Features
- Free parking,Free WiFi,Family rooms,Laptop-friendly workspace,Superb beaches nearby
What we like
About the property
One of our top picks in Rye. Set in Rye, Rye Luxury Retreat provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. This self-catered holiday home boasts a garden and free secure private parking. This holiday home has a kitchen with a dishwasher. There is a separate kids or parents retreat upstairs which offers a flat-screen TV, DVD player and Wii game console. The house also has laundry facilities and an alfresco with covered BBQ area and outdoor setting. If you would like to discover the area, diving is possible in the surroundings. The house is walking distance to local restaurants, shops and beach. Geelong is 48 km from the holiday home, while Sorrento is 9 km from the property. Avalon Airport is 49 km away.
Features
- Free parking,Free WiFi,Beachfront,Family rooms,Laptop-friendly workspace
What we like
About the property
Situated in Rye in the Victoria region, Paws Up Poolside features a terrace. Guests may enjoy free WiFi. The pet-friendly, air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 separate bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with free toiletries and a hair dryer, and a living room. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher and an oven. The holiday home offers an outdoor pool and a barbecue. Geelong is 54 km from the accommodation, while Sorrento is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Avalon Airport, 77 km from the property.
Features
- 1 swimming pool,Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Beachfront
What we like
About the property
Located just 650 m from Blairgowrie Beach, Our Escape at Rye – Modern Beachouse provides accommodation in Rye with access to a shared lounge, a garden, as well as a shared kitchen. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the holiday home has a kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. A flat-screen TV and a DVD player are provided. The holiday home features a children’s playground, a barbecue and a terrace. The nearest airport is Moorabbin Airport, 68 km from Our Escape at Rye – Modern Beachouse.
Features
- Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Family rooms,Laptop-friendly workspace
What we like
About the property
Villa On Kanimbla offers accommodation 1.3 km from the beach. Rye main street offers numerous cafes, shops and ice creameries and is only 1 km away. The 3-bedroom house offers spacious indoor and outdoor dining areas. The master bedroom features an en suite and private entrance onto the deck. A welcome pack of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion, wine and chocolates is provided. Peninsula Hot Springs is 5.5 km away. Sorrento is 9 km from Villa On Kanimbla, while Torquay is 45 km away. The nearest airport is Avalon Airport, 49 km from the property.
Features
- Free parking
What we like
About the property
Saltwater Cottage is set in Rye and offers a private beach area. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to free WiFi. With direct access to a terrace, the pet-friendly, air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom has a shower and free toiletries. The holiday home offers a barbecue. Guests at Saltwater Cottage can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Geelong is 53 km from the accommodation, while Sorrento is 11 km from the property. Avalon Airport is 76 km away.
Features
- Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Beachfront,Family rooms
What we like
About the property
Saltwater Classic is set in Rye. The accommodation features free WiFi. The pet-friendly holiday home is fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV and 4 bedrooms. There is a dining area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. The holiday home offers a barbecue. Guests at this property are welcome to enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Geelong is 53 km from Saltwater Classic, while Sorrento is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Avalon Airport, 77 km from the property.
Features
- Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Family rooms,Private beach area
What we like
About the property
One of our top picks in Rye. Situated in Rye, within 1.6 km of Blairgowrie Beach, Peninsula Retreat offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a shared lounge. This holiday home has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. Boasting a DVD player, the holiday home has a kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. A flat-screen TV is available. The holiday home features a terrace. The nearest airport is Moorabbin Airport, 73 km from Peninsula Retreat.
Features
- 1 swimming pool,Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Family rooms,Laptop-friendly workspace,Superb beaches nearby
What we like
About the property
One of our top picks in Rye. L’Ciabot- Sea View Tranquility is set in Rye. Guests benefit from a terrace and a barbecue. This holiday home is fitted with 4 bedrooms, a living room and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV is offered. The holiday home offers a terrace. Guests can go fishing or hiking or relax in the garden.
Features
- Pets allowed,Free parking,Free WiFi,Beachfront,Family rooms,Laptop-friendly workspace
What we like
What You Need to Know for an Amazing Vacation in Rye
Rye is a charming seaside town that is located on the Mornington Peninsula. This peninsula is over in Victoria, which is to the south of Melbourne. This is a major tourist area and is known for its beaches and warm water. Years ago, Rye was known for the lime it excavated from the area and you can still see some of that lime today.
How to Get to Rye
The distance between Melbourne and Rye is approximately ninety-five kilometers. The easiest way to get between the two cities is to drive or take a bus or train. You can also take a taxi if you don’t mind spending a little extra money on your trip. If you are visiting Rye from any other part of Australia that is further away, you will want to consider flying into Melbourne and then making the drive down to Rye.
Rye Holiday Accommodation Options
You will have a plethora of choices when it comes to Rye holiday accommodation options. While you can stay in one of the hotels, you may prefer a vacation home, apartment, villa, cottage, or bungalow. Some accommodations will have you closer to the water, while others will have you immersed in the lives of the locals within the neighborhoods.
Best Time of the Year to Visit Rye
Most people prefer to visit the country of Australia during the summer months, which happen to be December through February. However, the best time of the year to visit Rye is during the spring, which is September through November. The temperatures have not reached their hottest points yet, the crowds have yet to arrive, and there are plenty of things to do in the area at a lower price point.
It does rain a little more during the spring in Rye, but a little rain shouldn’t dampen your spirits when you are on vacation!
However, if you do choose to join the crowds and visit during the summer months, you will at least find yourself amongst all the Rye Carnival fun. The Rye Carnival usually lasts for a month. In addition to the rides, you will find games and plenty of fun to fill your days.
Things to See and Do in and Around Rye
Most people prefer to visit the country of Australia during the summer months, which happen to be December through February. However, the best time of the year to visit Rye is during the spring, which is September through November. The temperatures have not reached their hottest points yet, the crowds have yet to arrive, and there are plenty of things to do in the area at a lower price point.
It does rain a little more during the spring in Rye, but a little rain shouldn’t dampen your spirits when you are on vacation!
However, if you do choose to join the crowds and visit during the summer months, you will at least find yourself amongst all the Rye Carnival fun. The Rye Carnival usually lasts for a month. In addition to the rides, you will find games and plenty of fun to fill your days.
Best Places to Eat and Drink in Rye
Your first morning in Rye should include a visit to Imola Red. This restaurant makes everything they serve from scratch, so you know it is going to taste good. While you can order the usual eggs for breakfast at this restaurant, you may want to go all out with their fruit toast with preserves or banana bread. Of course, if you cannot resist the eggs, then the eggs benedict will be perfect with its homemade hollandaise.
Asian street food is not common in Australia, but you will love dining at Steam. Their menu is filled with yumminess that includes spicy Korean kimchi, crab wonton cones, and sweet corn and coriander fritters. This restaurant is directly across from the beach in Rye, so you can visit there often in between time on the sand.
Del Posto 2409 is a wonderful option for dinner. Their menu is filled with Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. The penne carbonara and paccheri are both excellent. However, everything on the menu is delicious and it all goes with the different bottles of wine they have available.
This is all information you must know as you are planning your vacation in Rye, Australia. This guide can help you plan how to reach Rye, while also allowing you to determine where you should stay and where you should eat and explore when you are in the area.