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Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Lorne, VIC
  • Lorne Country Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Lorne Sea Baths
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Lorne Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne

Surfdogz is a comfortable and modern apartment located only a 5 mins walk from the beach and only a few more minutes to the shopping precinct, restaurants etc. Surfdogz has been designed for couples who want to holiday with their "best friend" in mind, with an outdoor hot and cold shower (dog shampoo provided), dog bed, kennel, and a secure, fully enclosed dog proof yard provided. To ensure the owners don't feel left out the apartment has a large living space with kitchenette, brand new bathroom with 'strong flow' shower and separate bedroom with a queen size pillow top bed with dual control electric blankets.
PLEASE NOTE. Surfdogz is located under the main house and as such, whilst we very aware of our guests underneath, some noise such as muffled footsteps etc may be heard. If you are a very light sleeper or have a very reactive dog, you might wish to consider whether Surfdogz is suitable for you.
Other features include:
Microwave oven
Reverse cycle heating and cooling
Large flatscreen TV
Foxtel
DVD player
Ipod dock and sound system
DVDs supplied
Books, Magazines and Games supplied
Fully equiped Kitchenette
Outdoor undercover entertainment area
Undercover BBQ area
Off street parking

Please note the following
There are limited cooking facilities inside, with only a microwave and kettle supplied. Outside the apartment, there is an undercover, modern BBQ.
Surfdogz is strictly no smoking
Pet owners please note. We are happy for your dog to be inside providing they remain off the couch and bed and are house trained. If your dog is still in the chewing, digging, scratching phase of life please understand that their owners will be liable for any damage caused. It is also a family neighbourhood so continually barking dogs are not welcome.












Property manager

Steve Donne

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 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

About the area

Lorne

Located in Lorne, this apartment is next to a golf course. Memorial Arch at Eastern View and Split Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Otway National Park and Lily Pond Bushland Reserve. Lorne Sea Baths and Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Lorne, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lorne Country Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lorne Sea Baths - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lorne Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Live Wire Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 33 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swing Bridge Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Bottle of Milk - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lorne Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moons espresso bar - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lorne Surfdogz at Lorne located?

Situated in Lorne, this golf apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Lorne Country Club, Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Lorne Sea Baths and Lily Pond Bushland Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Treat place to stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haider A.

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

Awesome place!

Great little place! Very clean throughout and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten C.

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

Clean, comfortable, good location

Loved almost everything about the property! The only downside was the very steep driveway and very hard to get out. The accommodation was extremely clean, comfortable and inviting. Welcomed with a bottle of wine, chocolate and information booklet on the Lorne amenities. Seamless checkin and checkout. Would’ve loved a cooktop as it was too cold to use bbq. Nice, clean and secure yard for my dog. Very safe and private space for the guests and pets. Well priced also. Would definitely recommend the property - just be prepared for a steep driveway and entry.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sheena B.

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

Very good

Welcoming and cozy unit, very clean and well decorated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale O.

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

Surfdogz is great

Loved the stay. Well located, and great for pets. Really enjoyed exploring the area. We would choose to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

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

Perfect spot for a couple stay with a pup!

We loved our little unit, so well presented! It had everything we needed. Our fur baby loved it too! Nothing seemed to be any trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morrison S.

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

Great dog friendly stay

We had a great 2 night stay with our dog. The accomodation was comfortable, clean and warm. Able to use facilities to make breakfast in the morning. A cook plate for a hot breaky would be an added bonus. Amazing to have a place that is so dog friendly. Lovely hosts too.with a lovely bottle of wine on arrival. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

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

Fantastic Apartment

The apartment was great, cozy, very clean, quiet and had everything we needed for our Stay. It's a lovely place for a short stay in Lorne, would use it again. Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Perfect for weekend surfside getaway with the pooch

Stayed here with girlfriend and dogs, met all expectations! Very dig friendly, comfortable bed, close enough to beach and local cafes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spiridon S.

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

Excellent

Wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia N.

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

Great pet friendly get away

Great stay, easy check in process with clean rooms and secure backyard for dog. The location was close to the Main Street but up quite a big hill if you plan on walking, besides that everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Lovely little place with some nice touches.

Nice interior decor, very neat, perfect courtyard for dogs! Will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Spiridon S.

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

comfortable

،very nice Quiet and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa C.

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

Unpleasant stay

Unfortunately our stay at Surfdogz wasn’t great. We arrived and discovered the accommodation had a very unpleasant smell. The photos on the app of the bbq area are misleading, as the area is very unappealing. The bbq area is so dirty and I can’t imagine anyone wanting to cook or eat in that area. The accomodation needs a thorough clean, the windows were extremely dirty and the building is covered with cobwebs. There is no insulation between the two levels and unfortunately can be quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne W.

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

Fabulous Place to Stay

Our first holiday away with our dog - and it couldn't have gone better! A fabulous place to take your pet away on holiday and enjoy all that beautiful Lorne has to offer. Will definitely be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Very clean and beautiful

The property was clean tastefully decorated handy location easy to keep pet communication was so easy very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni C.

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

Peter Jenni and Lucy the whippet

Very impressed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P., Mount Waverley Australia

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

Very happy

Very happy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delila K., Geelong

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

Great little stay away with our furry baby

Place Just as described. Cozy, with everything we needed for a short stay. With a lot of privacy. Short drive to shops and restaurants. Dog friendly. We will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA B.

Perfect stay

Such a great spot for us and our dog. Nice and secure yard with covered areas. Short walk to the beach and shops of Lorne. Warm and cosy in winter. Only thing to be aware it's halfway up a steep hill but so are most places in Lorne really :)

10/10 Excellent

Pauline W.

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

Great apartment, great spot

Sportzdog is a great little apartment for a couple and a dog. Close to the dog beach up on the hill, views were great. Apartment was exceptionally clean and tidy with everything we needed. We had that we needed and were very comfortable. Great place to get a bit of extra exercise walking up to the property and beautiful views doing so. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Surfdogz stay

The unit is under the owners house and you hear every footstep they make
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

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

Great getaway!

We loved our stay and being able to have our dog join us on holiday was definitely an added bonus. Surfdogz was clean and well kept and had everything we needed for our short stay. The apartment was in a great position, close to the dog beach and the charming town of Lorne. Communication with the hosts throughout the entire process was second-to-none. Responses were timely and nothing was too much trouble - even after we had returned home and realised an item had been left behind. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Evelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Surfdogz

Firstly the host was very friendly and accommodating. I had a couple of issues and they sorted them out for me. It is very clean, they switched the split system on before I arrived to warm it up. I definitely chose the coldest 3 days of the year to stay at Lorne, only one day was nice enough to walk on the beach. I booked for 3 nights but only stayed for 2 due to the weather. The access to the premises is risky if you have a smaller car, mine is a Corolla. It would be suitable to an SUV or a 4 wheel drive as they don't have a propper driveway, you have to driver over the kerb. The only way I could get in without scraping underneath my car was to drive into next doors driveway and over the grass nature strip to get to their driveway. This got a bit hairy after two or three times, when I left I felt my wheels slipping and I thought I was going to get bogged but I finally got out, my wheels were spinning. They said I could park on the road but it is very narrow and I was concerned my car would get hit. Plus I had things to carry all the way down their driveway. I realise they live upstairs, but it is a bit noisy through the day, I could hear children running across the floor. It settled down at night but you can hear their every movement, including opening and closing of cupboard doors. There is only a microwave and a kettle/toaster so there is no way to really cook any breakfast there is an outdoor bbq but too cold. It is high up on a hill so quite a walk into Lorne.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Weekend away with our dog

A fun, easy stay with quick access to the beach, cafes & shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Steve Donne

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