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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Johanna, VIC
  • Place, Great Otway National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Johanna Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Twelve Apostles
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Joanna Cottage Retreat

Joanna Cottage is one of our architecturally designed retreats, nestled in the sand dunes with breathtaking views of both the Johanna Valley and the coast.
The cottage boasts a light-filled, open-plan living and dining area, complete with a fully equipped kitchen featuring electric cooking, a dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, and a coffee machine (compatible with both beans and ground coffee). Step out onto the enclosed deck to soak in the panoramic ocean and valley views while enjoying a meal prepared on the Weber BBQ. Inside, unwind on the cozy window seat, basking in the sunshine and gazing out over the scenic landscape, or relax by the warmth of the wood fire.
Johanna Cottage is fully self-contained, offering three comfortable bedrooms and one bathroom. Two bedrooms are furnished with luxurious king-size beds, while the third bedroom is equipped with two king single beds. The bathroom includes a bath, a shower, and a vanity, with a separate toilet for added convenience.
The cottage is a short 650-meter walk to Johanna Beach and features a fully fenced yard, perfect for pets.
During your stay at our Great Ocean Road accommodation, you'll have full access to our on-site amenities, including an indoor heated communal pool, a veggie garden, and fresh, free-range eggs from our chicken shed. All of our beach cottages are pet-friendly, making Johanna Cottage an ideal choice for a relaxing getaway.

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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

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
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

Johanna

Johanna is home to this cottage. Great Otway National Park and Johanna Falls Scenic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Otway Fly Treetop Adventures and Twelve Apostles Marine National Park.
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Johanna, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Johanna Beach - 8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Otway Fly Treetop Adventures - 43 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 45 min drive - 52.9 km
  • The Twelve Apostles - 56 min drive - 66.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yatzies - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Perch at Lavers Hill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Shoppe Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lavers Hill Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Good Food Van - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Joanna Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Joanna Cottage Retreat?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Joanna Cottage Retreat on 20 May 2026 start from AU$467, 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 Joanna Cottage Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joanna Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joanna Cottage Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Joanna Cottage Retreat located?

Situated in Johanna, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Great Otway National Park and Johanna Beach. Sutherland and Johanna Falls Scenic Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 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. 43 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect place to get away, stunning views, peaceful, dog friendly, indoor heated pool to wear out the kids. Just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Beautiful Spot - Property managers are lovely people

Lovely place to stay. Fresh eggs in the kitchen on arrival. Lovely people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miao L.

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

Prefect Holiday House

Stayed at Johanna house for 3 nights and 4 days, we had great time here, beautiful view close to the beach. Kids loved to play at indoor pool, pickup freerange eggs, everything is just great. Highly recommended. hopefully to comback soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH H.

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

It's just so peaceful

This cottage was just what we needed. Had everything, even a knife sharpener. Our elderly dog was very comfortable. Views for days and the wild life and farm life were a treat. Definitely coming back here
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bec M.

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

Winter getaway.

Very clean and lovely cottage with gorgeous views. It had everything we needed. The enclosed backyard was so handy with bringing our dog and he loved the local walks. The fresh eggs were a nice surprise and the fire heated the room and provided a very cosy stay. Only minor improvements would be to fix the toilet seat as didn’t stay up, bedside light in room with single beds didn’t work. The indoor pool was a nice addition for the kids, however for a heated pool it wasn’t very heated, very cold so we only went once. Overall we really enjoyed the stay and found it a very relaxing getaway. Thank you .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanda N.

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

Relaxing getaway

Relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ophelia W.

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

Enjoying the stay very much

It is a beautiful place to stay, quiet, comfortable. Our dogs enjoyed as much as we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

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

Great winter escape

Loved our stay from the deserted beach to the cosy accomodation. And best of all, our dogs could enjoy it with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

A stunning property. What a beautiful part of the world.

Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas F.

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

Beautiful!

Amazing location and beautiful place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul T.

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

A week in the country

The property was great, but the weather played havoc with our plans, and we were house bound for the first days of our stay. Thereafter, we got rained on a couple of days. Not the fault of the owners, just our bad timing on our part. The isolation was great for our relaxation, but the travel to conveniences was a little harder than expected, due the winding roads we had to drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Priscilla S.

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

Beautiful location to get away from it all!

We loved everything about this property - exploring the beach, watching the gorgeous sunsets, star gazing at night, being serenaded by the cows at night, and of course day-trips to the 12 apostles and the beautiful Apollo Bay. Loved it
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MEILENG T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Holiday for Generations

It was a wonderful holiday for grandparents, grandkids and the people in between. The grandparents liked the simple one level layout and the grandkids liked the ability to run around. The cottage was well equipped but as the week was wet, a dryer would have come in handy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

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

Perfect

Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan S.

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

Mid week birthday getaway

It’s a great location.. so relaxing and plenty to see in the area. The dogs had a great time too. I would definitely stay there again..although longer next time. Carolyn has done a great job with the set up and it’s very comfortable. Thanks. Th
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane C.

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

Beautiful place in a lovely spot

Great view from the living area, nice and clean, short walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni N.

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

The Perfect Ocean Getaway

Joanna Cottage was perfect for our 5 day stay - 3 adults and our dog! The views from the cottage are absolutely stunning - the beautiful window seat was a huge favourite! It's a great walk to the beach - where there's plenty to explore. Everything you could possibly need is supplied in the cottage. The beds are super comfy. We used the pool a number of times. Dennis and Sharee were very helpful with any queries we had. We will definitely be back - would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Terrific with One Suggestion

The location is stunning and the host was very nice. We had just one issue. There really should be something in the description to say the cottage taps draw water from untreated tanks. There is a sign sitting flat on the window sill and nothing else. We had to go back to town to stock up on bottled water. Otherwise, we had a great stay. Our daughter loved the pool! Thanks to our hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Spectacular setting

We absolutely loved the panoramic views from the deck of our cabin. Facilities were very comfortable including a kitchen that was well set up with all of the items we required during our stay. Our only wish was that we had warmer weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

great views

great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damien F.

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

Our stay was pleasant and full filled our expectations

Excellent stay, enjoyed it very much
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Dream Getaway

Had such a perfect time during our stay at Joanna cottage. A charming little getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael & Christina H.

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

A hidden gem

Breathtaking, thouroughly enjoyed our stay. We will be back for sure. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akiko I.

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

Great country stay

We had a great time there. Fire place in living room was really nice and cozy. It is good for gathering. Bath was big enough for two people. View was stunning. We could see rainbow , Milky Way at night ,even Kangaroos was hopping around in the morning. Hot spot can be used but it would be perfect if WIFI is available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria J.

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

So relaxed!

Great weekend at this awesome property. Has everything you need in the house and beautiful scenery to wake up to. Perfect for the dog too. Johanna Beach is our favourite beach to walk and explore the rock pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

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