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Santa Maria Corio 2BR Near Ferry Corporate Home with Breakfast

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Marina
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom534 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Corio, VIC
  • Place, Waterworld
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Leisuretime Sports Precinct
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Geelong

With a stay at this vacation home in Geelong (Corio), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Waterworld. .This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Leisuretime Sports Precinct and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Abe Wood Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Waterworld - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leisuretime Sports Precinct - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The Carousel - 13 min drive - 8.7 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 15 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • North Shore Station - 7 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shell Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gateway Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Santa Maria Corio 2BR Near Ferry Corporate Home with Breakfast

Your Stress-Free Ferry & Coastal Base: Secure, Private & Boutique

Welcome to Santa Maria, a private detached home perfectly positioned for the modern traveller. Whether you are catching the Spirit of Tasmania, working remotely, or heading to the Rip Curl Pro, we offer a "small piece of paradise" designed for comfort and total peace of mind.

Why Guests Choose Santa Maria:
• Spirit of Tasmania Gateway: Just 10 minutes from the Quay terminal. Sleep longer and arrive refreshed.
Thoughtful Amenities:
• The Sanctuary Breakfast: We believe in a stress-free arrival. Your stay includes a curated welcome basket with fresh eggs from a local farm and artisan bread—our gift to you.
• Full Laundry & Kitchen: Fully equipped for long-term stays, including a coffee station and premium teas.
• Family & Group Ready: Two comfortable bedrooms with hotel-quality linens, games for the kids, and a "home-away-from-home" feel.
• Secure & Private: Fully fenced property with a private backyard and a charming cottage front garden.
• Business Ready: High-speed Wi-Fi and dedicated spaces for remote work.
• Extended Stay Comfort: Full laundry, complete kitchen, and ample storage.

🏠 Home Features:
• 2 Comfortable Bedrooms and a modern bathroom.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen for everything from quick breakfasts to family dinners.
• Two Garden Zones: Choose the social beauty of the front cottage flowers or the total seclusion of the backyard.
• Family Ready: Games, books, and "how-to" guides for all appliances.

📍 Location & Getting Around:
• The Spirit of Tasmania: Minutes from the terminal—the ideal "first or last stop."
• Geelong Waterfront: 10–15 minutes to the foreshore and high-end dining.
• Great Ocean Road Access: Perfectly situated for the drive to the Surf Coast.
• Beckley Park Market: A short stroll to the iconic Saturday morning market.

Other things to note:
• Self Check-in: Secure key safe access.
• Pet Policy: Well-behaved, vaccinated pets are welcome. Please see house rules for details.
• Strictly No Smoking inside the property. No unregistered guests, parties, or events.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 5,748 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pet Health: All pets must be vaccinated and treated for fleas prior to arrival. Please ensure pets are supervised at all times.

Outdoor Lighting: Please turn off the backyard festoon lights by 10:00 pm to respect our neighbors and local quiet hours.

Umbrella Safety: On windy days or when not in use, please wind the outdoor umbrella closed to prevent it from lifting or causing injury.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Note from host: $28 fee per pet per stay. All pets must be deflead

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Portable Cot is free. Extra bed fee $45 per stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

Spirit of Tasmania Base: Secure Parking & 5-Min Ferry Access Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is amazing. It had everything and move. Everything was so well organised and easy to find and very homely. I was extremely impressed with the whole place and experience of staying there. If I'm ever in Geelong, I'll be definitely staying here. I recommend it highly. 10 stars in my book
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very well equipped home for the comfort of guests. The host communicated clearly and promptly before and during our stay and was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

DAMIEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful place to stay. Relaxing and felt like home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host convenient location for ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharaan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
No words as it was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trish O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The entire house is cleaning, warm and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property to stay at. Safe and secure for our family and pet. The host Rosina was fantastic with communication and we highly recommend this stay for families or people with pets. If we ever need to stay in Geelong we will be wanting to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay, house was clean and comfortable. The host left treats for us and our dog. She is very thoughtful. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santa Maria was perfect for my family and 2 fur babies. We stayed 2 nights. We especially appreciated Rosina’s lovely personal touches of fresh free range eggs and doggie treats for the puppies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were greeted in a very friendly manner and certainly enjoyed our stay. Santa Maria's location is well located and more than suited our needs. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

TIM

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will give a 3 and half stars as the place was clean and the host is trying her best. However and in order to help for future bookings the place will need to be less crowded with nicknacks. A second sofa would make it more confortable and an iron,(+board) and a tall mirror would be useful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sales J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place! Clean, comfortable, secure and easy to access. Host is absolutely amazing, so many small touches that made the stay so lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly W.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynden F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home sweet home

A warm, welcoming and homely stay with thoughtful accomodations to make our stay even more comfortable. Located in a nice quiet street this charming home away from home and its lovely host will not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025