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Ocean View Family Retreat

Holiday home in Apollo Bay with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Interior
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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, service animals permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

About the area

Apollo Bay

Located in Apollo Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Apollo Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Vault Chinese Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ocean View Family Retreat ?

On-site parking is available 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 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Family Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday 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 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jess L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was in a perfect location. The house had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. The spa bath was an added treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apollo Bay short stay

Property was as described and had plenty of room for our family. Excellent location, close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay, Great location!

Excellent stay in January 2025. Property manager Terry was very helpful, house had everything we needed. Short walk into town and to patrolled beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

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

8/10 Good

Sam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Room with a view

Mountain views one side waves the other, who could ask for more!?Easy walk to beach and not too far from the shops either.We will definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place. Even better than the photos.

Easy check in and out, a great size for our group of 6. A well stocked kitchen made cooking easy and the view from the decking is great. Weather for our stay meant we didn't eat out there but we could see it would have been lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ocean Road launchpad

Great house in really fun town with great access to the best parts of the GOR. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

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

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Freddie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Ingrid & Anthony F., Pascoe Vale

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas

We loved our brief holiday on the coast. The house was very well equipped for our Xmas meal prepping. Beautiful views of the otways and coast and 2 minute walk to the beach. First coastal get away after lockdown - perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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