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Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment

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Balcony and view overlooking Tower Hills wildlife reserve.
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Balcony and staircase with parking in front of staircase.
Evening view of apartment and staircase.
View from balcony

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Koroit, Victoria
  • Place, Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower Hill State Game Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment

Craterview Eco Apartment

Eco-luxury living on the edge of nature

Perched on the rim of the iconic Tower Hill extinct volcano, Craterview Eco Apartment offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort, and breathtaking natural beauty. From your balcony, take in sweeping views across the crater and out to the Southern Ocean, with Port Fairy glowing on the horizon and wildlife wandering quietly past.

This is luxury that feels grounded — thoughtful, sustainable, and deeply connected to its surroundings.

A private, self-contained retreat

Craterview is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom, self-contained hempcrete apartment, designed for year-round comfort. With a generous living area, kitchenette, and a large covered balcony, it’s a space made for slowing down and settling in.  Each bedroom can have either a king size bed in it or two single beds.  Please let us know your preferred bedding option when booking.

Although the apartment is joined to our home, it is entirely private, with its own entrance and separate access. Inside, you’ll find contemporary finishes, excellent insulation, and a calm, understated elegance that reflects the landscape outside.

Step onto the balcony at sunset, glass in hand, and watch the colours change across the reserve and Port Fairy as the sky softens over the sea.

Built with purpose, designed for comfort

Craterview was completed in 2024, the realisation of our long-held dream to build a sustainable home that would endure for generations. We chose hempcrete construction for its exceptional environmental credentials — including high thermal mass, natural insulation, fire resistance, and longevity.

The result is an apartment that stays comfortable in every season while treading lightly on the land it occupies.

Thoughtful touches to welcome you

We know how important it is to feel welcomed when you arrive somewhere new. To make your first morning special, we provide a complimentary breakfast, including:

Fresh eggs from our chickens

Homemade sourdough bread, jams and marmalade

Seasonal fruit, vegetables, and flowers from our garden (when available)

Guests are warmly invited to enjoy the garden, meet our friendly dog Dot, chat to the chooks, or enjoy a quiet coffee at the table and chairs in the garden bed outside your bedroom windows.

An unbeatable location

Craterview sits on the southern edge of Koroit, offering the best of both worlds — immediate access to nature and easy connection to the region’s most loved towns.

Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve is directly across the road, with walking access points nearby and the main crater entrance just 3.5km away

Killarney Beach is only 10 minutes away — a stunning, uncrowded stretch of white sand with sheltered swimming bays formed by ancient lava flows

Port Fairy and Warrnambool are both just 15 minutes’ drive, offering beaches, restaurants, festivals, hot springs, shopping, and coastal walks

Koroit itself is rich in Irish heritage and home to favourites such as Mickey Bourke’s Pub, Noodledoof Brewery, Stonefield Lane Wine Bar, and excellent local dining.

Hosted with care

We are travellers ourselves and live next door, always happy to help with recommendations, local knowledge, or a chat about the sustainable build and garden. If you’d prefer a quiet, private stay, we respect that completely — the choice is always yours.

Good to know

Access to the apartment requires carrying luggage one flight of external stairs from the parking area

Keyless entry details are provided prior to arrival

A car is recommended to explore the region, though bus services are available

Photo ID may be requested on arrival

Craterview Eco Apartment

A place to relax in comfort, connect with nature, and experience eco-luxury in one of Victoria’s most remarkable landscapes.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Koroit

Located in Koroit, this apartment is in a rural area and on a lake. Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Port Fairy History Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve and Tower Hill State Game Reserve. Mailors Flat Antiques and Warrnambool Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Koroit, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tower Hill State Game Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Lake Pertobe Adventure Playground - 19 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Warrnambool Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koroit Country Bakehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Basalt Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mickey Bourke's Koroit Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dennington Milkbar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seabreeze Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crater View Boutique Eco Apartment located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is steps away from Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve and Tower Hill State Game Reserve. Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail and Tower Hill Cemetery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Cathreena Gervis

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We moved to this beautiful area of Victoria in 1996 and managed to build our eco hempcrete house in 2023. Both Mark and I are almost retired and now love enjoying this area, working in the garden plus travelling and meeting people.

Why they chose this property

We love Tower Hill and all is native fauna which can be seen roaming around freely whenever you visit. We also love being close to the beach and there is nothing like a walk along the beautiful sandy beaches of the area.

What makes this property unique

Our property is a new hempcrete, eco build, so if you are interested in knowing what it is like living in a hempcrete house, please come and stay and enjoy the experience.
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