Surf Reef

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There are large windows with a view of the sea and greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.
A wooden dining table with six chairs, a window with a view of trees, a kitchen area with a white refrigerator, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.
A living room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, a white coffee table, a bookshelf, and a television.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Marengo, VIC
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Marengo

Located in Marengo, this holiday home is by the sea. 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 Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary.
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Marengo, VIC

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pit Stop Bros - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Reef pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf Reef?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Reef on 11 Nov 2026 start from AU$792, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Surf Reef?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Surf Reef?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Reef?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surf Reef located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve, Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary and Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve. Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Bowls Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable house in excellent location

We loved our stay here. The house was clean and very well stocked with all the necessities. The beds were comfortable and the view was lovely. The location was perfect with the Great Ocean Walk at the end of the street. We brought our dog along and he loved the balcony that went all around the house. He also loved the walks. The bird life was lovely too. The separate little unit downstairs was also ideal as my son and his wife stayed for the weekend. We would definitely stay at this property in the future. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My overall assessment of the property was good. Great location walking distance to the beach. My regret was that we couldn't use upstairs i did not realise how many stairs there were to get into the house. The bottom 4 had no rail at all. So was glad we could use the bottom flat which was very comfy.it was very pet friendly although no fences for the bottom flat.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the great location, proximity to the beach, and the comfort of the downstairs flat. We’re sorry the number of stairs and lack of railings were not clear beforehand, and we appreciate you highlighting this as it’s important information for future guests. We’re also pleased you found the property pet-friendly and hope to welcome you back again. - GOR Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity

Great beach house with a view of the waves. Perfect for the family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed this beautiful beach house! Kind regards, Great Ocean Road Holidays
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great two-family house

Great house for a beach holiday for two families (and their different pets) with the separate downstairs unit. Gorgeous outlook and views from the main house, abundant birdlife (and a resident koala!), and easy walk to the beach and Great Ocean Road track. House is spacious, comfortable and not too fancy so makes for a very good stay with pets and kids. Lovely wrap around verandah.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

deficiency

No wifi connection No dishwasher No towels Cleanliness No recommendations at all
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A pleasant and relaxing stay

We really enjoyed our stay at this Marengo property. It was roomy and comfortable with heaps to do for the kids. The views of the sea were fantastic and we were minutes from the beach and the Apollo Bay shopping strip. The property was perfect for us (2 families with 8 adults and 4 kids) with ample room. There was even a family of king parrots who came to visit us everyday. Would come back again definitely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing view and walk to the beach

It was lovely waking up each morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean before walking down to the beach. Kids particularly loved the resident parrots that came to say hello. Bedding was great for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Life

Had an amazing weekend at Harrison Street! The house was lovely, clean and cosy! The view of the ocean from the house was incredible! Would definitely visit again :)
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good basic accomodation

We stayed here for a weekend away. The house is very basic but in a great location with views of the ocean! The second living area is not connected to the main part of the house. This was not described in the property description, which is a shame.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great stay!

Terrific view, comfortable and clean. Loads of places to sleep! A good selection of books to browse too. The location was fantastic - out of the way - a quiet, dead end street - but oh so close to the Great Ocean Walk, with numerous paths to sandy and rocky beaches. We had some spectacular pink sunrises and deep red sunsets. It was windy when we were there and Marengo had a blackout, but that was fixed fairly quickly. The staff at the Real Estate Office were polite, friendly and professional, and handled our phone query about resetting the fuse box promptly and efficiently. The electric stove could do with an upgrade (it didn't heat up that well...or maybe I'm just too used to my quick gas stove, but everything else was A1. If you bring a dog in winter, if it's a small dog, think about bringing a kennel for it too as the balcony is secure but unprotected from the wind. A great stay, especially for nature lovers!
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Shocking experience with estate agent

Having asked two weeks prior to stay by email if we could possibly check out a bit later Easter Monday - their next day email reply stated - these are exact words from Christine ``` Checkout is strictly 3pm after Easter stays``. We checked out at 1pm and they took $45 from the credit card I had used to pay the booking (not even the one given on Bond) No explanation as to why, given the above email response from them regarding check out time, nothing at all. My email asking why (showing them their email) fell on deaf (and clearly rude and very unbusiness-like) ears. I will never use them again .
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Dear Merilyn, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay/experience. Due to the nature of Holiday Home Rentals (unlike Motels/Apartments) we are unable to grant late checkouts that far in advance due to Instant Bookings and the number and time it takes to clean entire homes, particularly post Easter (unfortunately, in this instance your property was a changeover, with another guest arriving on your day of departure) . In hindsight, you should have been given the opportunity the day prior to your departure to check if a late departure was possible. Our Terms and Conditions quite clearly state that check-in times are 3.00pm and check-out time in 10.00am . I will investigate your "quote" regarding checkout time being 3.00pm as that response was not forthcoming from this office. As the Cleaning Staff are "Contractors" penalties for late check-outs apply which is "normal" in the accommodation industry. Kind Regards
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great Location, Bad Customer Service

Great Location in Marengo; The Accommodation is OK (3 stars) but Great Ocean Road Real Estate customer service is very average.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay. We agree, Marengo is a lovely location. It was disappointing to be made aware of your customer service experience and I will take steps to ensure that all our guests have an enjoyable experience, including a friendly and an informative first point of contact. Kind Regards
Archival

8/10 Good

Wonderful Family Holiday

Four of us (two sisters, brother and niece) really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house at Marengo Reef. The great variety of parrots and other birds visiting the balcony were a real treat, especially for our niece from UK. It was a very short stroll to the headland walking trail and an easy walk to the beach.
Archival

8/10 Good

Spectacular views

If you are looking for a relaxing getaway then look no further. From the lounge room, bedroom and deck you get spectacular ocean views. You are so close you can hear the waves as you drop off to sleep. If you like birds then prepare to be wowed. The native birds fly right onto the deck and have no problem getting up close. The house was clean on arrival and is quite welcoming. The gas log fire heater is good for the cold nights and really adds some charm. The beds are quite comfy and allow you to get a good nights rest. The unit dowstairs serves as the ideal teenage retreat. The only two negatives for me were the bathroom and kitchen in the main house. The bathroom really needs a make over and update and the lack of an oven really makes cooking for a family tricky. Apart from those two things loved the house, had an amazing holiday and would reccommend the house to others.
Archival

8/10 Good

Lovely place to stay

If you are looking for a place to unwind with the sounds of the ocean then this is the place. The views from the deck and the whole right side of the house are incredible. You can sit on the deck watching the waves roll in and enjoying the bird life that comes in very close. The house is warm and comfortable with an array of dvd's, books and games to keep everyone occupied. The downstairs unit offers some seperate accommodation if you are travelling with older teenagers or in a group. The only downsides are the bathroom and the kitchen in the main house. The bathroom really needs an update and while the kitchen provides all the pots and cutlery you need the lack of an oven really makes it difficult to cook for a family if you feel like eating in. Overall my family and i thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would consider returning for another stay in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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