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Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.

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Two studio rooms , which can also be rented as a semi detached Cottage with Spas
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.

Semi Detached Cottage style
which externally provides the charm and character of the "Original Style Australian Beach House".
Internally, the character flows, with quirky style, however including all the creature comforts to make your stay enjoyable.
One or two studios available. (Can book for one couple only),
Both studios include a Queen size Bed, Kitchenette, Reverse-Cycle Air Conditioning, TV, DVD, Free Wi Fi .

En suites have Luxury Double Spa Baths. A real treat after a long bush walk or surf.
Includes quality Amenities, Towels, and Hair dryer.

Curl up in a Comfy Queen sized bed with Mattress Topper, Electric Blankets, with Linen provided.

A relaxing lounge area where you can enjoy the warmth and charm of the authentic Gas log Fire. You can also use the dining area. A great place to wind down after a long day of sightseeing, or just to enjoy the ambience.

Alternatively, the Veranda is a lovely place to sit to bird watch, with glimpses of the Sea and if up early enough, a stunning sunrise.

Has the option of being rented by one couple, ( the extra studio closed off) as a
Semi Detached, Semi Self Contained Cottage with lounge and Gas log fire..
If other studio is required for two couples travelling together , or a family of four, there is an additional fee for the extra studio..

We as caretakers, live semi detached to the property and are here to help if need, or leave you alone if need. :)

We have Information available on the extensive range of walking tracks and waterfalls, that are available to you.

Perfect for two couples travelling together who also enjoy there own privacy.

Or of course a family, or one couple.
If unsure please enquire before booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We do have stairs. Need to book complete area

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Upon notification to see if suitable for pet.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Onouter deck is fine

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

We live semi detached to the property as caretakers. Please feel free to Text us when leaving, to Sue on 0402307233.

Please check you have all your belongings, chargers etc. Everything is switched off, especially the heaters. Key can be left on the table in the hall way And door locked behind you, if in a hurry.

We hope you have enjoyed your stay. Safe Travels

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets allowed upon enquiry as not all pets are suitable to our property. We do not have a fenced area so the pet needs to be an indoor pet only.

Please enquire personally for other options with Pets. Need to book the whole area when you have a four legged friend.

Bookings for 2 guests, you only pay for 1 studio room access. Second studio, extra charge of $100 per guest per night. To enquire Sue 0402307233

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9020983
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Lorne

Located in Lorne, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Live Wire Park and Lorne Surf Life Saving Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lorne Sea Baths and Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Lorne, VIC

What's nearby

  • Live Wire Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lorne Surf Life Saving Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lorne Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lorne Sea Baths - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 35 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salonika - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lorne Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪HAH Lornebeach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Totti's Lorne - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath. on 17 May 2026 start from AU$368, 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 Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Time to wind down, hear the birds, the Sea. New EV Charger. Double Spa Bath. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Qdos Art Gallery, Live Wire Park and Lorne Sea Baths. Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Lorne Beach 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue’s place is spotlessly clean, very comfortable and brilliantly positioned - close to the bush with views of the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful cottage this was in Lorne. Wonderful host who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable . It had everything we needed very peaceful and relaxing. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great places in a great spot ! Sue is a very welcoming attentive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thanks Gavan We aim for five stars Hopefully we can improve on this next time 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean cottage, comfortable bed and pillows. Short walk to shops and foreshore, a bit of exercise walking back up the hill was good. Sue accommodated our special requests and gave us useful tips on things to see and do. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2025
Oh thank you, Darren Pleased you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to you returning someday Many thanks Sue and Darren Around About Lorne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was clean and comfortable and perfect location for everything. Sue was a great host and communicator. Would highly recommend and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katherine c.

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

Great accommodation in Lorne

We really enjoyed our stay at around about Lorne. Great location and lovely accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you Katherine So pleased you enjoyed your stay Great weather too 👌
Verified

8/10 Good

TRUDIE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cosy and comfortable cottage that looked exactly as the photos. Hadn’t realised that the hosts stayed at the back of the property which impacted on our privacy a bit. Well located, short walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Thanks Trudie We advertise we are semi detached Caretakers if needed. Not like a motel or apartment, next to strangers. The accommodation is purpose built, to run close to motel style, however with a lot more character. Enjoy your journey to Adelaide with your four-legged friend. Cheers Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arrived on a cold rainy night to lights and heating on. Second stay with Sue and Darren. Love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

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

Great stay

We loved our stay here, great cottage, great town, animals and extra friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2023
Thank you for the lovely review Abby Pleased you enjoyed your stay and lovely meeting yourself and James. Hope the trip home ran smoothly 🤗
Verified

10/10 Excellent

I'magirl90 U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at this accommodation. It was extremely clean and tidy. The linen and towels were crisp and fresh. A cosy and comfortable stay. The porch was nice to sit on and enjoy a cuppa or a meal, which we did do, it was tranquil and the sounds of birds around added to the experience. 2 minute drive to Lorne main street/beach. We had our dog with us too and she enjoyed it too. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nik W.

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

Amazing location and bird life!

Great location, spotless throughout and dog friendly - We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2024
Lovely review Nik Thank you Look forward to seeing you again sometime 🙏🏻
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful surroundings, very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgie L.

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

very easy stay

loved our stay at Round about Lorne, lovely quiet location close to town and Sue & Darren were great hosts :)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
A little delayed in getting back to you George. Thank you for the lovely review. Hope to have you visit again some time soon. Regards Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great place to stay nice and quiet area with some friendly wildlife coming right up to the door

Fantastic experience from the moment we arrived to the moment we left, very easy going friendly property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you Chris for the lovely review. Sorry it has taken so long to answer. Pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully see you again some time. Regards Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corie C.

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

Beautiful Spot

Sue was very easy to deal with and the accommodation was well kept, highly recommend, would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

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

Relaxation

Lovely and quite good proximity to town very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby H.

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

Beautiful location.

Such a wonderful place to stay. Hosts were very accomodating and welcoming. Would definately stay at the property again. Close to everything you need and great for exploring the Otways.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you Libby So pleased you enjoyed your precious time away together. Hopefully you can make it back this way again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie m.

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing stay at Around about Lorne. The place was spotlessly clean. She was also great to deal with. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you Stephanie for the lovely review. Hopefully we will see you again some time. Regards Sue and Darren
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane Y.

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

Lovely lorne

Fabulous spot - warm welcome by host. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you Shane Enjoy the rest of your journey I noticed the kangaroos paid a visit and pleased you managed to meet some of our beautiful native birds . Although the weather was not super grand , I am pleased you still managed to have a great time A pleasure meeting you all And thank you for the lovely review Regards Sue
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne T.

A delightful escape lovely B and B with hosts where nothing is too much trouble

Luxurious baths, comfy beds and cosy couches. The verandah is the perfect location for evening refreshments
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you Anne and Connie Pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Looking forward to you staying again sometime soon? Regards Sue and Darren
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Excellent

Great host, great property, great location. Sue went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
John and Margaret Thank you so much for the lovely review. I did try to call you John , checking in to see how you both ? Hope to see you again some time soon. Regards Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Cute little cottage

Was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thanks Stephanie Hope the "four legged friends" enjoyed the time also. Regards Sue
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EILEEN T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was simply lovely. Our little dog was very happy to have us with her for 100% of the time and loved walking down to the beach each morning, and after an early coffee, a slightly harder walk back up. Great for fitness. Our host family went above and beyond, on all occasions. We booked into the Lorne Grand Pacific for a meal and when the Uber failed to show Sue dropped us and picked us up. I will be recommending ours hosts and accommodation to our own friends and family going forwards.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Eileen, I really appreciate your lovely review And I’m so pleased you enjoyed yourself with your family Hopefully you can stay again sometime 🤗
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

SB

Great Stay. Great Spot. Wonderful Host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thank you Stephen Pleased you enjoyed your stay Hopefully we might see you again some time. Regards Sue

About the host

Hosted by Susan Balderas

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I have worked within the Tourism Industry for over 20 years.
Assistant Coordinator of the Lorne Visitor Information Centre.
Ocean Lodge Lorne , Cleaner
London, Plaza Hotel, Reservations and Sales.

I enjoy meeting and accommodating travellers, plus helping them have the best experience possible, while staying in our Picturesque Town.

Originally from a small country town, I love the community feel of Lorne.

Having met my husband from Lorne I settled here and eventually managed to build a house with a business attached to enable raising our two boys.

The perfect scenario.

We have been running the business for fourteen years.
It is still our passion to make everyone who stays with us feel relaxed and comfortable.

To drive away from our property feeling refreshed, ready for whatever is next on the the agenda.

Why they chose this property

If you want a quiet setting with a bush feel, but close to the beach, that is us!

The house was purpose built with the business drafted specifically to give as much privacy as possible to our guests.
It is completely separate to our living space, however semi detached.
You are at the front of the property. We live at the back.

What makes this property unique

The house was designed to replicate one of the original guests houses of Lorne.
It has Character, however with all the mod cons provided for a comfortable, warm, cosy stay .

French doors which lead onto the deck, allow a strip of Blue view of the Sea.
Gum Trees out the front to house the birds that visit regularly, plus the odd Koala.
Middle of Town to allow easy and quick access to the main street and Beach.
Remember, we are on a hill.

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