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BIG4 Beacon Resort, VIC :
4.43 out of 5 based on 16 reviews.

With over 40 tourism awards, including the Victorian Tourism “Hall of Fame”, BIG4 Beacon Resort is easily the best option for all your family accommodation needs.

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You’ll be blown away with the myriad of options: self-contained luxury, one, two and three bedroom villas or more traditional alternatives including family cabins, and comfortable motel rooms.

Ideally located in Queenscliff, just 30km west of Geelong CBD, BIG4 Beacon Resort offers free facilities such as a heated indoor pool and spa, kids’ activities every single day, and loads more. You can also enjoy a relaxing massage in the resort’s Day Spa, book a bus tour of the Bellarine Taste Trail or a cruise experience on Port Phillip Bay, or hire a bike to explore the amazing regional trails. Discover BIG4 Beacon Resort today…

Meet the reviewing family for BIG4 Beacon Resort …

emma reviews big4 beacon resort reviewEmma and her family (Mum, Dad and 2 children) are packing up with great excitement for their weekend at BIG4 Beacon Resort.

They believe everyone should explore their home state as much as possible and can’t think of a better way to do this than to travel down to the BIG4 Beacon Resort.

Emma’s family are ready for an adventure filled with jumping pillows, loads of swimming and exploring.


Published 17th October 2013


  • There was so much to see in the local area without it feeling too touristy. Another staff suggestion was visiting the lighthouse.



  • Did I mention how much fun the game room was? I loved that it was specifically for kids under 130cm and 6 years old.



  • Plenty to see and do on the Bellarine Peninsula. Mini golf just up the road – a great suggestion from the staff at Big 4.



  • Bounce bounce bounce – the pillows were a huge hit!



  • Plenty of things to play on at Big 4



  • Checking out the local sites with my daughter – Point Londsdale pier.



  • Swimming pool!



  • Enjoying an ice cream from the onsite shop (with very reasonable prices)



  • Climbing wall



  • The ballpit in the play room



  • Queenscliff



  • Big4 Tweed Heads

    While I didn’t get chosen to review these caravan parks today I went to Big 4 Tweed Heads Biillabong Caravan Park as we have family staying there. Although I was only there for a few hours I enjoyed the barbecue facilities & had a swim in the river where there is a bouncing trampoline in middle of river. You can take out paddle boats, hire bikes, fish, there are secure playground areas for children, a tv room & cabins to camp in if you’d rather that than a tent with separate ensuites that provide a toilet,basin & shower. The park itself was child friendly, clean & safe. I would highly recommend this for young families.

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
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  • Home again

    Sadly we are home again after an amazing weekend away.

    We really enjoyed every aspect of Big 4 Queenscliff and the kids would have happily stayed longer.

    The playroom and pool were highlights for the kids, and we also enjoyed exploring the local area taking in a few beaches, lighthouses, mini golf, amazing burgers and the local lolly shop!

    All the staff we encountered on our stay were warm and helpful, they were extremely accommodating and knowledgeable.

    The relaxed environment of Big 4 Queenscliff was ideal for our family, and I would suggest for most families, especially with younger children. There was plenty to do and no pressure to be perfectly quiet. The kitchen, laundry and BBQ’s would make for an excellent time away for longer than a weekend too.

    I would absolutely recommend a stay at Big 4 in Queenscliff and hope our family will return again soon.

    Suitability of the
    cabin holiday as an
    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?


  • We are staying in the Curlewis villa. It has three bedrooms. The master has a king bed and ensuite, the second bedroom has a queen and the option of two additional bunks and the third has two singles. The second and third bedrooms are joined by a jack and Jill bathroom.
    The main living area is large with a fully equipped kitchen.
    The accommodation is very modern and has some nice touches like flat screen tv’s mounted in all the rooms and a fireplace in the living room.
    There is a washing machine and dryer too.
    The rooms are very clean however the ensuite shower is mouldy.
    The other thing families might want to consider is that there is no bath so bathing babies would be a challenge. There is also no free wifi which may be a good or bad thing depending on how you look at it!



  • Amenities

    Big 4 have really done a good job with their amenities!

    There is heated indoor pool, jumping pillows, under 6 indoor game room, older kids games including this crazy electronic thing that Tweens and teens would love, tennis and the list goes on.

    There are also outdoor BBQ areas, plenty of space to run around.

    The on site shop which opens at 8am might be my favouite feature… This Mum needs her morning espresso!

    The kids love the game room and pool and are sure to sleep well tonight!



  • First impressions

    Our first impressions on arrival at Big 4 in Queenscliff were great. The check-in staff were happy to see us and gave us everything we needed to get settled in.
    We quickly unloaded and the kids first priority was finding the jumping pillows! They loved them and it was a great way to get the sillies out after the long drive.
    My husband headed back to reception to ask for some suggestions for dinner and we were given several options and a map.
    Dinner was great and with the kids all tired out they happily collapsed into bed.

    More reviews to come including a room review and an amenities review.

    Suitability of the
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    overall holiday
    experience
    A highly enjoyable
    holiday experience
    for children of all
    ages
    Would you consider
    another cabin
    holiday based on
    this experience?
    How does a cabin
    holiday experience
    compare to other
    holidays you have
    experienced?
    Would you recommend
    a cabin holiday to
    other families?

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I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

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  • I’m loving all the ideas here in the comments and pictures above! I love to be able to just look at what others have done and straight up copy it. Takes all the thinking energy out of entertaining!
    Such a good and trusted brand to purchase over the silly season! You know you are faring great quality and value!

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  • We often have homemade pizza nights aka fakeaway night! And my pizza is always on a low carb Pizza base with roasted and sundried tomato and capsicum. My fav combo with grilled chicken and a swirl of peri peri mayonnaise! Making our own is always better than takeaway versions and healthier!

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  • Sandhurst products are my go to for great healthy and tasty snacks, especially after school.

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  • Great information! Loved it. You can see https://reminiiapp.com/

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.


    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)



      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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  • The simplest way to entertain.

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