A woman, Joy Stanton sitting on rocks by the ocean, with waves in the background, in black and white. Taken at Rye Back Beach circa 1959 by her husband David. Joy and David are the original owners of Joy's Folly beachside accommodation.

Seaside Charm, Reimagined

Joy’s Folly invites you into four self-contained, beautifully restored 1960s beach houses - a haven for slow mornings, treasured moments, and barefoot wanderings along the Mornington Peninsula.

The Story of Joy’s Folly

Originally established in the 1950s as Elandra Holiday Flats, our family property was run by Joy and David Stanton from 1975 to 2021. Together, they welcomed guests from around Australia — many returning year after year to enjoy the beachside location, warm hospitality and relaxed holiday traditions.

Passed down to the next generation in 2022, the property has been thoughtfully renovated and reimagined — blending retro charm with modern comfort for today’s Mornington Peninsula visitors. It’s inspired by the spirit of 1950s-70s Australiana, when guests became friends over a BBQ and beer, the kids entertained themselves at the beach from dawn to dusk, and twilight cricket on the backstreets marked the end of each summer day.

We chose the name Joy’s Folly in honour of our mother who ran Elandra Holiday Flats for over 40 years.

We hope you’ll feel right at home and enjoy everything the property and the Mornington Peninsula have to offer — from spectacular beaches and coastal walks to rich food, wine and history.

Photo above taken by David of his beloved Joy at Rye Back Beach, circa 1959.

Our Beach Houses

Bursting with retro character and modern comfort, our four unique beach houses accommodate 2 to 6 guests. From cosy couples’ hideaways to spacious family stays, each one is a private seaside sanctuary — complete with a full kitchen, private BBQ, cooling and heating.

Lush lawns and a communal dining area invite you to unwind or mingle, while the boat shed is stocked with paddle boards, bikes, beach toys and games. Contactless check-in, free laundry and secure rear parking keep things easy — so you can slip straight into holiday mode.

Harriot Beach House at Joy's Folly. A remodelled 1960s beach house painted peach with outdoor deck, BBQ, furniture and a native garden with bushes and small trees.

Harriot

1 Bedroom | Sleeps 2

Stephanie Beach House at Joy's Folly. A remodelled 1960s beach house with yellow siding, wooden deck, and sliding glass doors leading to a retro living room and kitchen. Outdoor seating on the deck and native garden.

Stephanie

2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 4

Alice Beach House at Joy's Folly. A light blue remodelled 1960s beach house with a wooden deck, sliding glass doors, and a window, surrounded by a sandy yard with various small plants and shrubs, with tall trees in the background during sunset.

Alice

2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 5

Emily Beach House at Joy's Folly. A remodelled 1960s beach house painted light green yellow with sliding glass doors to a wheelchair accessible bedroom, wooden deck, outdoor chairs and table, green lawn, and landscaped flower beds.

Emily

2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 5

*Wheelchair accessible bedroom & bathroom