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COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach

COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
300 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    2 single beds

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach

Nestled in the heart of Skenes Creek, Coastal Haven offers a front-row seat to the majestic Bass Strait and the pristine coastline. With three spacious bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, this haven is an invitation to families and friends looking for a refreshing beachside holiday.

Features:

Stunning Views: Enjoy unobstructed ocean views, the verdant garden, and the melodious chirping of local birds.

Interior Design: Bright, breezy, and brimming with coastal charm, thanks to polished floorboards, expansive windows, and a calming color palette.

Linen Provided: Arrive to pre-made beds with fresh, included linen, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Fully-Equipped Kitchen: Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a casual cook, our kitchen provides everything: from a dishwasher to a stovetop coffee maker.

Outdoor Pleasures: A deck for sunrise breakfasts, BBQ evenings, or simply lounging. Plus, an outdoor shower to wash off the sand!

Sleeping Arrangements: Three bedrooms equipped with comfortable beds and built-in robes. The master suite boasts its own ensuite.

Entertainment: Stay entertained with board games, DVDs, a CD player, and a Bluetooth speaker. There's something for everyone!

Convenience Features: Benefit from amenities such as air conditioning, free WiFi, a secure yard, and laundry facilities.

Location: A mere stroll away from the sandy shores of Skenes Creek Beach. For a change of scene, the vibrant town of Apollo Bay, with its myriad of cafes, restaurants, and shops, is just a 5-minute drive away.

Coastal Haven is more than just a place to stay; it's an experience. A blend of comfort and style, it's the perfect base for those seeking the tranquillity of the ocean and the adventures of the Great Ocean Road.

This home is not pet friendly

The home is managed by Otway Retreats, a boutique, and local property management company based in Apollo Bay. Otway Retreats offer a personal concierge service to assist with local recommendations, tours, and provisioning the home before your arrival to make your stay that extra bit special! We are also local and on-call should you have any issues or need help throughout your stay. We hope you enjoy your time exploring the Great Ocean Road!

BOND/REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT FEE: Please note the bond is held as a pre-authorisation on your credit card, this is taken within 48 hours of your arrival and held until 7 days post stay. We require that the bond is simply an amount we "hold" on your card. If there are issues or damages, we will contact you post stay to discuss with a view to resolving before the hold is released.

The booking price displayed for online bookings includes a processing fee of 3% per booking.
If a refund or cancellation takes place, please note the refunded amount will not include the 3% processing fee as this will be retained by Otway Retreats to cover the original transaction.
H O U S E   R U L E S

1.   Check-in time is 3:00pm on the day of arrival and check out is 10:00am unless specified and agreed otherwise.
2.  A keysafe code will be provided to you to access the property via email at 9am the morning of arrival.
3.   Keys should be returned to the key safe location no later than the agreed checkout time on the day of departure. Failure to depart on time may result in extra charges.
4.   Early Check-ins and Late checkouts are subject to availability and may incur additional costs at the host discretion.
5.    Guests are responsible for their choice of accommodation. Otway Retreats is not responsible if the style of property does not live up to guests expectations, therefore guests should view property listings online carefully before selecting and booking their preferred property.  Please call our office if you require clarification on any aspect of a property prior to booking. Our properties have accurate photos showing the property inclusions and the layout of the properties.
6.   Please respect the privacy of our local community and neighbors. If a guest's behavior or noise level is unreasonable, a warning will be given and ignoring this will result in the cancellation of the booking without refund.
7.  There is a strict non-smoking policy inside the home, failure to comply will result in a minimum $200 fine. Guests may also be liable for the loss of owner's income from any future bookings affected by their actions. Guests can smoke outside, ensuring they dispose of all cigarette butts and leave no trace.
8.  Excess Rubbish Removal fees of a minimum of $90 may apply if the amount of rubbish left at the property is deemed over and above what should be reasonably expected for the length of stay and number of guests. 
9. Should pets be found in accommodation not classified as pet friendly, guests may be requested to vacate their property immediately with no refund and will be liable for additional cleaning fees.
10. Rates apply for any additional guests staying at the property that were not included as part of the original booking. Please advise Otway Retreats and make necessary payment for additional guests. Should additional unpaid guests be found, the booking may be cancelled and you will be asked to vacate. No refund will be given.
11.   Otway Retreats properties are offered on the basis of private, residential usage only. Large events, functions, parties and gatherings are not permitted at any Otway Retreats property under any circumstances. Should this occur you will be requested to vacate the property immediately and your booking will be cancelled without refund.
12.   Guests are expected to leave the property in a neat and tidy manner on departure. This includes washing and putting away dishes, returning all items to their original position, all food items removed from fridges, barbecues cleaned, ovens and microwaves wiped out and rubbish placed in appropriate bins. Additional cleaning fees (minimum $90) may apply if the property is not left in a presentable condition.
13.   Guests are required to turn off lights, appliances and lock doors and windows upon departure.
14.   A minimum key replacement fee of $150 will apply if property keys are not returned on departure. Additional locksmith fees may also apply if locks require replacement due to the loss of keys.

15.    All properties are let with linen, and beds will be made on arrival (excluding bunks).

16.   Otway Retreats will not be held responsible for failure of utilities, essential services or appliances such as electricity and water should they cease to function based on issues with the supplier that are beyond the control of Otway Retreats. 

17. Wifi where available) is provided complimentary for guest use. Guests should note that internet connection speeds vary widely according to local area availability and connection type and in many cases, data may be limited. Whilst every endeavour will be made to ensure Wi-Fi is working as intended, we cannot guarantee an available or consistent connection due to network, data or speed issues beyond our control. Outages do occur and whilst we will always try to have the connection restored, this will not always be possible. Compensation will not be considered in these circumstances as Wi-Fi is provided on a complimentary basis.
18. We recommend all guests arrive prior to 9pm given check in is via a lockbox, whilst we have an after hours service in place, it is generally only periodically checked after 9pm and guests run the risk of not having prompt support if there is an issue with their check in process after 9pm.

Property manager

Otway Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Unit size: 3229 sq ft (300 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

Coastal Haven - Panoramic Ocean Views Private vacation home
Coastal Haven - Panoramic Ocean Views Skenes Creek
70377

About the area

Skenes Creek

Located in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is 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 Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 10 min walk
  • 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) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 5 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 5 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 5 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is COASTAL HAVEN - Ocean views, walk to beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Skenes Creek holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Old Cable Station Museum and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Great Ocean Rd Stay
This place made us want to move there permanently. The house has location, comfort and great hosts. The whole family felt at home and wanted to stay longer. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Skenes Creek
Structure Type
Private vacation home