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Retro Retreat

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A residential backyard with a lawn, garden beds, and a barbecue area. - Retro Retreat (Lorne)
A living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books. There is a window with a view of trees and the sea. - Retro Retreat (Lorne)
A bedroom with two single beds, a window with blinds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a hanging light fixture. - Retro Retreat (Lorne)
A residential area with a house, a garage, and a fenced yard. - Retro Retreat (Lorne)
A room with a bunk bed, a sofa with cushions, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a large window with a view of trees. - Retro Retreat (Lorne)
Retro Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Retro Retreat

  • Summary:

    Welcome to Retro Retreat. Take a trip down memory lane with this classic 70's beach house, away from the town centre and in its own aura of peace and quiet with a picturesque ocean outlook. A spacious garden surrounds the property. BYO Linen - Hire available



    The Space:

    Take a trip down memory lane with this classic 70's beach house, away from the town centre and in its own aura of peace and quiet with a picturesque ocean outlook. A spacious garden surrounds the property. With 2 comfortable bedrooms upstairs and a rumpus/third bedroom downstairs, this older style home features open living and established comfort with a price to match.



    *Unit below and garage is permanently rented separately.*



    Linen not provided - Hire available



    Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc.) See terms and conditions



    Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions



    Just a few general words about the property.



    It is important to understand this property is a holiday rental, not a shared space or principle place of residence, which ensures you privacy and quiet enjoyment. It is also professionally managed, giving you peace of mind of 24/7 support by a local, just around the corner.



    Pricing is based around seasons, length of stay and number of guests. It is important all bookings reflect the exact number of guests. If this changes, you must contact us. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the published rates across all booking platforms, however Great Ocean Road Real Estate Holidays reserves the right to correct pricing errors.



    Unless otherwise previously agreed, all stays must only be used for private residential usage and to accommodate the number of guests stated on your booking. Unless ‘Pets Welcome’ is advertised, the property is strictly no pets.



    All holiday accommodation bookings are accepted on the basis that all occupants will treat the property with the same respect as their own home in accordance with the “House Rules”. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited between 10pm and 8am.



    We love professionally managing holiday homes and guest experiences and look forward to welcoming you to our backyard.



    Great Ocean Road Holidays



    Interaction with Guests:

    At Great Ocean Road Holidays we pride ourselves on providing our guests a personalized holiday experience. Contactable 24/7 and committed to our local community, our team has a wealth of over 40 years of experience in holiday accommodation, we are seasoned experts in our field. Our business engages qualified housekeepers and preferred local tradespeople.

Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

House Rules A late checkout fee may apply should guests check out late without prior advise and approval from host. Strict no party policy (schoo...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property accepts cash
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Lorne, this holiday home is by the sea. Memorial Arch at Eastern View and Split Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lorne Sea Baths and Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary. Visit our Lorne travel guide
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Lorne, VIC

What's nearby

  • A white bird perched on a tree branch with green leaves against a clear blue sky.
    Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A dense forest with large moss-covered trees and ferns.
    Great Otway National Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with a wooden fence, clear turquoise water, and a hilly landscape in the background.
    Lorne Beach
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lorne Country Club
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lorne Sea Baths
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station
    32 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chopstix Noodle Bar
    2 min drive
  • Lorne Hotel
    3 min drive
  • Andrew's Chicken Joint
    2 min drive
  • HAH Lornebeach
    20 min walk
  • Totti's Lorne
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retro Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retro Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Retro Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve, Lily Pond Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Great Otway National Park and Lorne Country Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Retro Retreat Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sea front views

Great location with sea front views,house is very roomy and clean and right next to the beach.kids loved the stay will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As it says on the box

It is not in town. It is not modern. It is not expensive. This is the second time i have chosen this accomodation; we returned because it was good value and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our few days, the only slight problem we had was that it did not mention there are two steps between the kitchen/bathroom area to the master bedroom and lounge area and my husband is on a walker, it was a bit tricky.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Good weekender

Overall an enjoyable stay - the house could do with updating (kitchen especially) smoke alarm kept going off in downstairs area despite us not using this room and no smoke??
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The bathrooms and toilets were miserable. Actually did not use the bathroom at all. I do understand they mentioned retro although rates changed were not!! They seriously need to re do all their bathrooms and toilets and make them more spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

basic but nice

a basic beach house- with quirky furniture, not great set up for cooking
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just love the Retro vibe. Furniture is lovely white

Had some wedding photography on
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Lovely retro house with fantastic views. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge. Bedrooms very good sizes. Driveway difficult to find - can only be accessed via Deans-Marsh road, not on Smithers Street . Only suggestion is to have the house a little cleaner, especially the windows facing the view and the bathroom. Otherwise fantastic, we had a wonderful stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view

Property as described, great view and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

nice and comfortable accommodation, good walking distance to shops, restaurants and beach.

Driveway is tricky to find but overall very good.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location, good value for money

We have stayed here for 10 days or so for the same time in January for the past 10 years. It's a great place to relax. It has plenty of space and most essentials. It's the perfect distance from town, a nice walk but not too close.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Execellent

I have booked the Retro Retreat for the same time for the past 9 years. It has a great view, lots of space and its retro feel is part of the charm. I'm not a five star hotel person, and the property has everything I and my family want or need (since adding a good BBQ about 6 years ago). I book it for a week over summer. It is old, and like most Lorne properties, about 300 meters up a hill. Overall, we love it. It has a great balcony, with a view across the bay and to the pier and there is generally plenty of cockatoos and kookaburras.
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautiful ocean views

We enjoyed our stay at the Retro Retreat. It was spacious and the furnishings suited the period it intended which gave the place a homely atmosphere. The driveway was a little cumbersome and difficult to find in the beginning. Overall, we had a comfortable stay with a lovely view of the ocean from our bedroom window and balcony.
Archival

8/10 Good

Cool house

This was a really cool house. It had heaps of space for everyone and even though it's older we loved the retro feel.
Archival

8/10 Good

Very nice morning view

We enjoyed our stay however kitchen equipment is of poor quality.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026