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Classic Aussie Beach House - Apollo Bay

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Apollo Bay, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre6 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour9 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)110 min drive

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About the area

Skenes Creek

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Skenes Creek vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Old Cable Station Museum and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive
  • Marriners Lookout - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 6 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 6 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 7 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.

Classic Aussie Beach House - Apollo Bay

Welcome to Classic Aussie Beach House!

This classic Australian beach shack has no frills, but a lot of charm and everything you actually need.
Enjoy the cosy wood fire in the lounge room which opens onto the deck with filtered views to the ocean. You will find polished floorboards, separate kitchen area and 3 bedrooms accommodating a total of 7 guests. Sit amongst the gum trees in the native garden and paved outdoor setting. Just a few minutes’ walk to Skenes Creek Beach and if you’re lucky you may even see a resident Koala!

Property Features

Bedroom 1: 1x Double bed
Bedroom 2: 1x Double bed, 1x Single bed
Bedroom 3: 1x Set of bunks
Lounge room: Couches, coffee table, TV (no reception), DVD player, board games, books, wood fire, dining table with 6 chairs
Kitchen: Gas stove/oven with cooking essentials, breakfast table with 4 chairs
Bathroom: Shower, vanity & toilet

Please Note – there is no TV reception but the property has a TV/ DVD, board games and terrific book collection.

Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc) See terms and conditions

Linen not provided - Hire available

Firewood supplied May-October Only

Pet friendly - inside and outside (Yard not enclosed)

Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Ocean Escape Apollo Bay VIC House
Ocean Escape VIC House
Ocean Escape Apollo Bay VIC
Ocean Escape VIC
Ocean Escape Apollo Bay
Classic Aussie House Apollo
Ocean Escape Apollo Bay VIC
Classic Aussie Beach House - Apollo Bay Skenes Creek
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Classic Aussie Beach House - Apollo Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annie M.

Cute retro old beach house
Cute little retro place. Basic, old-school amenities. Nothing flash, but sweet & convenient. Could probably do with a bit of a deep clean, but was ok. We loved waking up to the sound of the kookaburras. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Ros G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unsafe house
Electrics are illegal and had to reset power after tripping twice in 3 days. Gas explosion in very old stove which caused personal bodily burns
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Kathryn P.

Skenes Creek experience
Mostly, it was a pleasant experience: Being able to have our small dog with us and plenty of room to spread out in a peaceful location was exactly what we wanted. We didn't care that it wasn't modern or exceptionally clean. However, we did feel deceived: in the promotional material there are pictures of the stove/oven - and yet there was no gas supplied for this appliance. We were hoping to save money by doing our own cooking and not have to go out for every meal: Yes, there was a number to phone in the event that both gas cylinders were empty. But clearly, from the evidence, there was no intention of supplying this to us: because no plates or bowls are located within their accommodation - This assumes they don't believe we will have use for these items because they think we won't be cooking! The empty gas cylinders were enormous and heavy: We weren't about to somehow lug these into the back of our car and get them filled in Apollo Bay and then simply hope our host will reimburse us for the cost. Likewise, there is an assumption that, should you contract Covid, you will do a deep-clean before you leave: This does not consider the fact that you could be gravely ill or dying with this illness and therefore not in a position to do any kind of cleaning. The only way of ensuring guests are happy is by directly talking with them, instead of relying solely on automated messages. We won't be staying there again unless they rectify these issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystalla P.

Does the job
Perfect simple beach stay - easy walking distance to the beach, comfy beds, stocked kitchen, comfy hammock and fire pit, lots of dvds and no wifi!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect get away.
A gorgeous little house, perfect for relaxing and spending time with our family in beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for classic beach holiday
We have stayed here twice now - the family enjoyed a classic beach holiday in a simple beach house in a nice “treed” environment close to Skenes Creek beach. Reminded me of my childhood summer beach holidays ..
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

Good for a short stay
The property was good for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

JESSICA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
retro getaway
Great little retro shack on the beach - nothing pretentious here just a warm fire, hot shower, everything you need to cook plus the added bonus of a great video/dvd/book collection. Nestled in the trees a short walk to the beach, perfect for families wanting an affordable break. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

EMMA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The simple things in life...
No pretension, just a cosy beach shack. An open fire, the roar of the surf and a comfy bed at the end of the day. What more do you want?

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
great spot for a short getaway
Ocean escape is a nice simple cottage for a good old fashioned beach holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020