"Yirrip" is Wadawurrung for ironbark trees, and the acre property is abundant with native plants and ironbark trees. This 2-storey renovated house has a history as it was built after one of Australia's worst fires, the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires, occured. After that, it served as a home for two families before being renovated as a vacation rental.
This huge and impressive house has a cathedral roofline, floor-to-ceiling windows, ample parking, relaxing multiple living rooms, an upscale dining and kitchen with modern amenities and appliances, lovely decks, balcony, and so much more. It also has Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and multiple TVs. The house has 5 spacious, comfy bedrooms that accommodate up to 10 guests. Bask in the sea breeze and enjoy the countryside views as you relax in this stunning holiday house. Plus, it’s pet-friendly by arrangement!
*Living and Entertainment*
Yirrip House is a calm haven where you can kick off your shoes and unwind in the tranquil atmosphere. As soon as you arrive, you'll be welcomed by bushes, ironbark trees, and other foliage, giving the house a cosy and welcoming appeal. It also has a charming courtyard with outdoor furniture. You can sit there and cosy up with a blanket and your morning coffee as you enjoy the fresh, cold air in the morning.
The home comes with a split system downstairs modern wood fire and ceiling fan in the main living area, along with a small gas heater and wood fire. The windows and large doors offer cross cooling breezes. During winter mobile heating is available in the bedrooms.
The house has many spaces for lounging and unwinding, so everyone can have their own space to rest or bond. The place has Wi-Fi and multiple TVs throughout the house. As you walk in, there’s a cosy lounging area that faces the outdoors. Inside, there’s an even bigger and more comfortable living room area with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors. Even a small study nook is on the side if you need to get some work done. Even though the property is naturally cool due to the fresh air, it also has split-system air conditioning for your comfort and convenience.
Upstairs, you’ll be impressed with another elegant living room with high ceilings, comfy couches, and a wood burner. It also has massive glass windows so that you won’t miss out on any of the panoramic views outdoors. There is also a balcony with cosy couches, inviting you to lounge.
Walk back inside to enjoy the upscale dining and kitchen areas. Preparing meals will be easy as the kitchen is equipped with modern amenities and equipment. It has a full-sized fridge and freezer, an oven, a microwave, a cooktop, a dishwasher, a pantry, and more.
When you're done lounging inside, head outside for some socialising or a fun BBQ amid the beautiful surroundings. There's another deck with an outdoor dining set that can accommodate a large family and a small fire pit in the front bush garden.
*Bedrooms and Bathrooms*
This stunning 2-storey house can accommodate a large group of 10 guests in its spacious 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. All bedrooms have huge windows where you can bask in the views as soon as you wake up. The bathrooms are also tidy and well-maintained.
Bedroom 1: Queen bed, walk-in robe, TV, and ensuite with shower and toilet.
Bedroom 2: Queen bed with a built-in robe.
Bedroom 3: Double bed
Bedroom 4: Queen bed with a built-in robe
Bedroom 5: Queen bed with a built-in robe
Electric Blankets ON ALL Beds
Please note: Should guests prefer their children to sleep in their own single bed, one or two small single beds can be added to the existing bedding configuration, on request.
Firewood is only supplied from May to October.
The main bathroom has a tidy and clean shower, spa bath, and toilet.
The third bathroom has a shower, bathtub, and toilet.
*Additional Features
- Linens provided inclusive of bath mats, towels, face washers and tea towels
- Internal laundry with washer
- Modern wood fire, Split system A/c, 2 large bathtubs, 3 showers, 3 smart TV's
- 2 seperate living areas, fully equipped kitchen, Nespresso coffee machine, chairs and child safety gate
- Laundry, clothesline, Weber BBQ, furniture outdoor, large garden
- Fire pit in bush setting, smoke alarms and pets welcome by arrangement
- 4 Carparks
*Location*
From Yirrip House, you can take a 15-minute walk or ride to the sealed flat road of the Great Ocean Road to enjoy some of Aireys Inlet’s best shops, spots, and beaches. You can enjoy the pristine waters of the famous Fairhaven Beach, just a 5-minute drive away. Go on a picnic and let the kids enjoy the playground at the Bark Hut Reserve, just a 4-minute drive away. You also shouldn’t miss the iconic Split Point Lighthouse, just a 30-minute walk or a 5-minute drive away. Take a break and have some coffee in the cosy cafe of the Lighthouse Tea Rooms, just a 4-minute drive away.
