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By the Beach

Apollo Bay vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Apollo Bay, VIC
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the area

Apollo Bay

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront. Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Apollo Bay Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 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.

By the Beach

Welcome to Paradise by the Sea. Perfect for a family holiday in beautiful Apollo Bay. 400 mtr walk to the beach, 10 min walk to the heart of town, the magical Otways as your backdrop. House accommodates 6 people comfortably, 2 x Queen size Beds & 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, Main Bathroom, Sep Toilet, Outdoor shower for washing off the sand after a beach outing. Beautiful outdoor covered deck with BBQ, you may even see a Koala in the trees at the rear of the porperty. Linen Provided. You just need to BYO beach towels.

Apollo Bay is a magnificent seaside retreat to explore and enjoy, whether you choose to explore the many walks through the surrounding Otway Ranges or just sit and relax on the beach, the possibilities are many and varied.

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Apollo Bay Motel and Apartments
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 638 reviews
The price is CA $192
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Apollo Bay Motel and Apartments

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does By the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is By the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and 3.3 mi (6-min drive) from Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does By the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at By the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at By the Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at By the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does By the Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does By the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is By the Beach to downtown Apollo Bay?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Apollo Bay.

By the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - 5 mins walk to beach. Quiet street. Spotless presentation. Secure back yard for doggo's.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chavaune E.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay here. So close to the beach and the house was homely and tidy. Communication was excellent, would defintely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness
space and location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay

This place had everything we needed. A quiet spot close to the beach and shops. A comfortable home with an cosy atmosphere and lovely deck. Everything was as advertised. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Housekeeping Improvements Needed.

The house had a great location. The beds and pillows were comfortable, which is very important to me. However, there were some issues with housekeeping. Some of the kitchen plates and serving dishes had chipped edges. The quality of the pots was not good—not even average, in my opinion. They didn’t provide an unused dishcloth; I didn’t want to use the sponge or cloth left behind by others. There was no dishwasher. We couldn’t use the washing machine because it was broken—it wouldn’t drain water. The sheets and bathroom were clean, but the house hadn’t been properly vacuumed; there were pieces of dry dog food left on the floor from previous guests. Honestly, the location of the house is fantastic, the house has much more potential. With better housekeeping, it could be a very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Austrians down under

House was perfect for our requirements. Close to beaches and 15 minute walk to town facilities. Lots to see in the Ottway forest region
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Katrina

We enjoyed our stay the house was clean and tidy, comfortable bed and nice secure yard for our fur baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

mid week escape

Really enjoyed our 2 night stay at this property. House is neat and clean, close to the beach, lovely views looking out to the Otway ranges, and comfortable beds. Great for a family and lovely to be able to take our dog along.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing

Thank you for a most welcoming, relaxing stay - greatly appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay in Apollo Bay.

Our family had a comfortable and relaxing stay in this accommodation. Enough space for 5 adults, infant and pet. We didn’t need a cot for our stay. Location was central and walkable to the town centre. Owner replied in a timely manner with regards to our queries. We would be happy to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023