Pop-up Accommodation
Powered Coastal Retreats
Our Coastal retreats save the hassle of setting up and allow a stay in luxury at the Foreshore. Book online today!
The Banksia and the Moonah
Save the trouble of setting up and sleep in luxury!
Our powered Coastal Retreats; located steps from Port Phillip Bay the Retreat are awarded with views of the Bay that you can enjoy from the deck. They each have their own fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities and facilities to charge all of your personal devices.
If you wish to cook, you can bring your own utensils and use the campground BBQ located 30m away. Or you can bring your own gas camping stove.
Located at Whitecliffs Foreshore Reserve you can expect amazing views and a relaxing stay on the beach
Note:
The Coastal Retreats are located within a campground, and the amenities (85m/2 min walk) are shared with other campground users.
The reserve is located on Point Nepean Road - Some road noise can be expected - ear plugs are recommended and will be supplied.
Powered Tiny Home On The Beach!
New to Whitecliffs Foreshore Reserve: Save the trouble of setting up and indulge in seaside luxury. Book online today!
The Wirilda
Perfectly nestled just steps from Port Phillip Bay at Whitecliffs Foreshore Reserve, this charming tiny home offers breathtaking views and a peaceful retreat by the beach.
The Wirilda features large windows that invite the outdoors in, a small front deck for soaking up the serene surroundings, and a comfortable queen bed to ensure restful nights. Wake up to the magic of seaside living and immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life right at your doorstep.
The Wirilda is a one-level tiny home equipped with air conditioning, a compact kitchen that includes a microwave oven, mini-fridge, electric hot plate and a private ensuite, The Wirilda provides everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee on the deck or exploring the beautiful coastline, this retreat promises a perfect getaway.
Note:
The Tiny Home is located within a campground, you can utilise the surrounding facilities if required.
The reserve is located on Point Nepean Road - Some road noise can be expected - ear plugs are recommended and will be supplied.
Powered Pods On The Beach!
New to Whitecliffs Foreshore reserve, our Pods save the hassle of setting up and allow a stay in luxury at the Foreshore. Book online today!
The Burrunan and the Melaleuca
Save the trouble of setting up and sleep in luxury at the Burrunan and the Melaleuca Pods!
Just steps from Port Phillip Bay, these modern, powered pods offer an idyllic escape for couples seeking relaxation and bay-side beauty. Each pod is designed with comfort in mind, equipped with air conditioning and black out blinds and featuring large windows that bathe the space in natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.
Each pod comes equipped with a fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, and charging ports for all your personal devices. If you wish to cook, you can bring your own utensils and use the campground BBQ located just 30 meters away, or bring your own gas camping stove.
Located at Whitecliffs Foreshore Reserve, The Pods provide breathtaking views and a peaceful stay by the beach.
Note:
The pods are within a campground, and the amenities, including showers and restrooms, are shared with other campground users, just a short (85m) 2-minute walk away.
The reserve is located on Point Nepean Road - Some road noise can be expected - ear plugs are recommended and will be supplied.
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FAQs
Is the Pop-up accommodation permanent?
No - all of the accommodation is temporary and moveable. It will only be in place for the regular camping season and appropriate time before and after to allow for set-up and packdown.
This offering is an extension of the trial of Coastal Retreats and will be reviewed at the end of the 24/25 camping season to determine ongoing suitability.
Why has the Pop-up accommodation been set-up?
The Committee of Management Best-Practice Guidelines state that:
“An appropriate mix of accommodation ensures that the park can provide a high standard of service to a maximum number of visitors”.
“CoM and park managers must ensure that: No more than 15 per cent of total sites are allocated to cabins”.
Not everyone has access to camping equipment. By offering a range of options from unpowered camping to Pop-up accommodation - this faciltitates a wider group of the community who are able to enjoy the reserve.
Many committees across the State that manage camping also offer accommodation in the form of cabins or glamping.
Occupying 6 of the available 168 campsites, this accommodation comprises 3.6% of the total accommodation mix.
Is this an increase in camping or total number of guests staying?
No - the Pop-up accommodation is set-up on existing campsites.
I have previously stayed on these campsites and am disappointed they are now not available.
Unfortunately, to facilitate the Pop-up accommodation some sites must be selected in the process. Many of these sites have been held by the same groups for up to 40-50 years. Noting that the reserve is situated on Crown Land and owned by all Victorians; ensuring a varied range of options to accommodate all types of guests is important to give everyone an opportunity to enjoy the reserve.
Is the accommodation accessible?
Ongoing accessibility options will be considered at the conclusion of the trial as this will need to occur in conjuction with landscaping, amenity block upgrades and beach access upgrades to ensure that the complete offering is accessible.
We are in the process of developing a new Coastal and Marine Management Plan in conjuction with a Camping Masterplan and accessibility will be a key component of both plans.
Is accommodation being implemented for profit?
The Committee is incorporated under the Crown Land Act completely separate from the Shire and Parks Victoria. All money raised from camping is re-invested into the foreshore and going toward environmental management and community engagement projects.