The perfect spot for a seaside getaway. Have a tipple around the BBQ set in amongst native shade trees, listening to the surf roll-in. Or curl-up in front of the gas log fire in contemporary surrounds enjoying your favorite wine. Or meander along beach trails enjoying the bird-life, right on the doorstep. Enjoy all the convenience of (literally) a 2-minute stroll to the lifeguard-patrolled main surf beach and the buzzing restaurant that is The Dunes with its hip kiosk serving great coffee and pastries by the beach. Or wander to the Barwon River in 5-minutes. Or head for the shops and a cafe strip that rivals Melbourne, with a 10-minute walk. The light, airy, open-plan living space with fast Wi-Fi makes Alice's Palace great for work, rest and play all year-round. With an El Nino hot summer forecast, a surf at the lifeguard-patrolled main beach, or a dip in the 'flat water' of the Barwon River, or relax under the shade trees in the garden are all pretty cool options. Feel free to inquire about longer-stay discounts. DOWNSTAIRS FEATURES: Open-plan contemporary living with gas log fire, fast Wi-Fi, well-equipped kitchen, 48' digital TV with netflix, Bluetooth sound-bar, DVD player/DVDs, bathroom, reverse-cycle air-conditioning/heating and ceiling fans. UPSTAIRS FEATURES: 3 bedrooms (main bedroom with balcony), bathroom and light-filled open office area with fast Wi-Fi and balcony access, reverse-cycle heating/air-conditioning, ceiling fans and full length mirror (perfect for wedding guests). BED ARRANGEMENT: sleep up to 7 (max): Main bedroom - 1 Queen size bed. 2nd bedroom - 2 extra-long Single Beds (203cm 'twin beds') 3rd bedroom - 1 Queen size bed Travel cot & single futon pull-out mattress for child/teen are also available. Use of single pull-out futon is suitable for short stays only PLEASE NOTE: - We no longer supply linens and bath towels as standard, enabling guests to BYO. Supply can be arranged - fees apply on a cost recovery basis. OUTSIDE FEATURES: Set on over half an acre of land with native shade trees to the rear, with outdoor furniture, BBQ, chiminea and outdoor shower, and lawn out the front, Alice's Palace even has its own herb garden tucked under the windows. Feel free to help yourself! Alice's Palace is in a row of three townhouses. And is the ONLY townhouse with direct access to the rear bush garden - see photos of floor-to-ceiling double-glazed glass sliding doors leading onto the deck and into the garden. MINIMUM STAYS APPLY: (7) seven night minimum stay applies immediately post-Christmas to end of 2nd week in Jan - feel free to inquire about shorter stays as they often emerge between week-long bookings. (4) four night minimum stay for: - Melb Cup ‘long weekend’ - Easter (3) three night minimum stay applies to most other public holiday/long weekends, and immediate pre-Christmas and Christmas Day. (2) two night minimum stay applies to most other times. OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Alice's Palace is literally a 2-minute walk to Victoria's most family-friendly lifeguard patrolled surf beach. Please swim between the Surf Life Saving Club flags in summer through to Easter. Wineries, boutique breweries and loads of other cool things to do are on the doorstep. We are happy to provide 'local intel' on Things to Do, Places to Go (PDF). BASICS TO NOTE: - Non-smoking home, including balcony, decks and garden. If you want to smoke, please wander off-property, taking care to dispose of butts appropriately, maintaining lovely surrounds. - No pets. - No parties/schoolies/Hens/Bucks. - Please respect neighbours re noise - other townhouse occupants are respectful, friendly and maintain privacy. Alice's Palace guests are expected to honor the same :-).. - Please remove footwear upon entry (bring extra socks). - Please wash-off fake tan before heading to bed (disastrous for our bedding/linens) - Store your boards and kayaks in lock-up storage under deck. Please don't bring them inside. Padlock key is on kitchen key hooks.