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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Exterior
Property grounds
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean View Family Retreat

Location, location! Leave your car and walk everywhere!
The Ocean View Family Retreat at Apollo Bay is in an iconic position set less than 200 metres from Apollo Bay’s pristine beach and walking distance to boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. A north facing orientation, high ceilings with large windows overlooking the wrap around balconies which have uninterrupted water views.
This lovely modern property caters well for couples, singles or families. It is self-contained and fully furnished. It has 3 large bedrooms (one with queen and single bed, one with single bunk bed and the third with a double and a single), a fully equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms and a powder room. All amenities are provided including gas BBQ, large LED Smart TV, DVD player, gas log fire, air-conditioning, washing machine, clothes dryer, microwave, dishwasher and a complete range of appliances. Quality linen is also provided, as well as doonas, blankets, pillows and towels.
Spacious and light open plan living area accentuated by timber flooring and large windows, leads out onto an impressive wrap around balcony which is the perfect place to relax and soak in the views of both the ocean and the Otways. A large kitchen with island bench and dishwasher, separate dining area, split system heating/cooling, ceiling fans and a gas log fire. The generously proportioned master suite provides access to the wrap around balcony and features a walk in robe and an ensuite. There is also a separate powder room servicing upstairs. Downstairs comprises 2 further spacious bedrooms both with built in robes, a central bathroom with corner spa and laundry with machine and dryer. All of this is surrounded by established low maintenance gardens and a rear courtyard surrounded by other established homes offering the perfect place to take advantage of a sea change holiday.
NO pets.

The Ocean View Family Retreat at Apollo Bay, is also a good starting point to explore all of the attractions along the Great Ocean Road to 12 Apostles or inland to the Otway Ranges.
Property features:
• less than 200 metres from beach
• Property sleeps 10 people
• BBQ facilities
• Laundry facilities
No pets

Property manager

Michael Langdon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat and Bring Your dog Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog House
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog
Ocean View Family Retreat and Bring Your dog Apollo Bay
Ocean View Family Retreat Bring Your dog
Ocean View Family Retreat bring your dog (small dogs only)

About the neighborhood

Map
Apollo Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 11 min walk
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk
  • Apollo Bay Bowls Club - 2 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ice Cream Tub - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Family Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Family Retreat ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Family Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront. Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Old Cable Station Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Ocean View Family Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms
We had a lovely stay. The manager was extremely helpful & accommodating. The location was perfect. A nice view woth a nice short walk to the lical shops. Just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house to stay for families and only a short walk to the beach, beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was so comfortable and had everything that you could possibly need. Also, the property manager was so warm, friendly and very thorough that it made the stay that much more easier. We will definitely be back to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant, comfortable stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this comfortable, well-equipped property, super close to the beach. Living area has lovely sea views and is filled with light throughout the day. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything the family needed for a great stay
The house was in a perfect location on the edge of town (sort walk) and the beach (shorter walk). Everything was provided for our family to have a relaxing stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freddie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick stay.
This was n home away from home for two nights. Everything we needed was just there, and what a view from the balcony where the bbq was. It was a quick walk to the beach and also the main road with all the little shops. Thanks Terry for also making us feel at home, from the day the booking was made. Will definitely see you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House is awesome
Terry the PM was very attentive and helpful Property had everything we need and it was just a short stroll to the beach and main street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time here and will be back
This house is a family favourite. Plenty of space, short walk to the beach, and a nicer long walk along the beach to the town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
Property manager, Terry, was very helpful. Accomodation was immaculate and had all we wanted. Location was amazing with beautiful ocean and mountain views, close to the town center. Check-in and check-out process was very smooth. Overall a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to beach
Great short stay with everything you needed Terry was friendly and accommodating ready to assist
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two night last minute booking with family
Property was a little expensive for the quality. Having said that, we did book only a week in advance. Check in was delayed due to the previous guests not cleaning up after themselves. Fortunately it was a beautiful day and we headed to the beach to pass time. Terry the property manager was wonderful, accomodating and very knowledgeable. Property could do with a bit of a spruce up downstairs. Location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and relaxation with a view
Our stay was wonderful. The house, location and information was fabulous. We all enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and beautiful style of the home. We’ll be back!!!! Terry was so helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back
Fabulous house, great location. Everything you need for a weekend away. Great communication. We can not wait to rebook fir next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We absolutely loved our stay. Perfect location and warm feel about the house. Cannot wait to be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We definitely will come back for a longer stay. Perfect location.
Terry was so helpful with all the tips and advice of places to go. The house is so comfortable, it’s like home away from home! Big tick from us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
The entire scenic and its nearby amenities were great. The house was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G., Shepparton

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Apollo Bay. Terry was very responsive of any request.
Would be happy to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Despina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a holiday
Had a lovely weekend away. The house had a sea view, was clean, comfortable and had everything you might need. The host was very helpful and easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a getaway
Lovely home, had a great time. Would stay again!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

KAY H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three day stay
We loved,it. We could bring our dog and sit on the balcony and see and hear the sea. It was very peaceful. The house was very well appointed and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S., Melbourne

Great location
A great place to stay and well located within walking distance from the beach and Apollo Bay main shopping precinct.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

HELEN G., Australia

Apollo Bay Get Away
Great location and ammenities. Dog friendly. Older style property maintained well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway in beautiful location
Perfect location, so close to the beach. Very easy property to relax at with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
The house has a great layout and was so close to the beach. We were super comfortable and just enjoyed being there and at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwilym M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House By The Beach!
We stayed at Ocean View in Apollo Bay over the Christmas period & found the house to be really great. It is a couple of minutes walk from the beach which is dog friendly and less than 10 minutes walk into Apollo Bay for shops/cafes/pubs. The house is really well equipped with good quality furniture and is very clean. The upstairs terrace is great for relaxing on with a view of the ocean and has comfortable seating and a good quality BBQ. We would recommend staying here to others and hope to be back on our next trip to Apollo Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021