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Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly

Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Overview of Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Skenes Creek, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre5 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour8 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)110 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly

Now with free Wifi. Family friendly! Discount for long stays! Situated in the quiet seaside town of Skenes Creek ( just 5km's from Apollo Bay) and directly across the road from Skenes Creek beach. This 2 bedroom fully self-contained home/cottage sleeps 6 in comfort {1 Queen / 2 bunks /1 Portacot}.

Watch the ocean whilst relaxing with a glass of wine in front of the Coonara fireplace (kids guard available) or cooking a BBQ on the deck. Cathedral ceilings with north facing sky-windows produce a light and airy ambience throughout. A reverse cycle inverter air-conditioner ensures a comfortable environment year round. Other little extras include: a renovated modern, fully tiled bathroom with double-sized shower, double vanity and Thermofilm heater; carport; sound system with USB and 3mm connections; electric blankets; portacot , doonas and blankets, pillows, out-door shower for those beach wash-offs, large front lawn area and heaps of firewood.

NOTE: NORMAL ARRANGEMENT IS BYO LINEN (sheets, pillow cases, towels and bathmat).
We can however arrange for linen to be supplied for an extra charge.

Walk across the road to the beach or creek to swim, fish, discover the rockpools, surf, watch the stunning sunrises and sunsets, fly a kite or simply relax on the white sand.

Alternatively, drive 5 minutes (or if you are up to it, walk 45-50 mins!) to Apollo Bay with it's golf course, brewery, distillery, pubs, pier and fish co-op, charming main street, great shops, cafe's and restaurants and beautiful beaches. Treat yourself to one of the many fine food establishments of the area including the award winning Chris' restaurant at Beacon Point which sits at the top of the hill directly above Ocean Vista or one of the fantastic restaurants of Apollo Bay such as Graze, Casalingo and The Birdhouse.

This GREAT OCEAN ROAD property offers direct views and access to the swim / surf beach, rockpools, trout stream and surrounding rolling hills. It's the perfect place to relax and unwind with family or friends.

Other things to do include -

Beach / Creek / Forest walks
Do the Great Ocean Walk
Visit local wineries
Apollo Bay Brewery and Gin Distillery
4x4 Touring
Hire a bike
Discover the rock pools
Visit Wildlife Wonders
Whale spotting between June - September
Visit the shipwrecked coast & hinterland
Walk into Apollo Bay
Drive to the Twelve Apostles
Surfing Lessons/kayaking
Scenic flights
Hire a quad bike
Visit the Light House
Visit the Shell & Cable Museum
Otway Fly / Tree Tops Walk
Enjoy the views of Mariners Lookout
Hang Glide / Paraglide
Collect shells on the beach
Discover the amazing local restaurants / cafes
Explore the local piers and beaches
Foreshore markets
Fishing
Horse ride or fly a kite on the beach
Mountain Biking
Go sailing
Find the many waterfalls

(Please note to help maintain our high standards - we have a strict no-pets policy)

Property manager

Jim
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
This includes no schoolies bookings.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: This includes no schoolies bookings.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Skenes Creek

Located in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and on 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 Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Skenes Creek, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 6 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 6 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Vista Holiday Home - ocean views, Beach 50m, Fire, Deck, Family Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Skenes Creek holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Old Cable Station Museum and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
It was a great house in a great spot. 2 minutes walk from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best little house in Skenes Creek!
Always an absolute pleasure coming to Ocean Vista. This is our happy place! Absolutely wonderful place to stay - highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

gab h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing holiday
Absolutely loved staying here! Listening to the ocean , short drive to Apollo Bay, comfortable and clean. Hosts are great with communication and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ange H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RELAXING STAY AT sKENES cREEK
Beautiful quiet spot, easy acess to the beach and a short drive to Apollo Bay for shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house
This was by far the best beach house we have stayed at. House was immaculate in cleanliness. You can hear and see the ocean from the front porch. It was a 2min walk across the road to the beach and the kids loved exploring the rock pools. The 5min drive into Apollo Bay town was not a bother at all. Thank you Jim and Fiona, the perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim

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Hi, we bought the property back in 2010 and created our second home "Ocean Vista". Since then we have been updating / modernising as we go.
I have been coming to Skenes Creek and Apollo Bay regularly since the 1980's and in fact by coincidence, used to come to a small shack that was owned by the family of one of my school mates, just up the road! Small world, isn't it!
Ocean Vista continues to be our family's seaside escape. Like us, our 3 adult kids and their respective partners have fallen in love with the place and make use of it whenever they can. We hope you enjoy our home and surrounding location as much as we do and that you find the information on this site and in the folder at the house useful guidance for your next holiday!

Cheers, Jim and Fi.

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