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SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck

SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck

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

Overview of SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Apollo Bay, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront6 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre6 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour10 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)116 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
253 sq m
Bedroom 1
    4 single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed

About this property

Entire place

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

SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck

Located in the coveted Skenes Creek with world class beaches at your doorstep, this newly built home has been finished to the highest of standards and includes all of the modern luxuries you would expect. Situated at the end of a quiet street, the home enjoys spectacular views of the ocean and undulating hills all of the way to Cape Patton. Comprising 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living areas.

This impressive and modern home is perfectly suited for those seeking a relaxing getaway in a private location with easy access to quality surf beaches, 5 minutes to Apollo Bay, easy access to the Great Ocean Road and all of the other attractions the Otway's has to offer.

Set over one level, this home comprises a total of three bedrooms, two generous living areas and two bathrooms.

A brand new and impressive state of the art kitchen with stone bench-tops, dishwasher coffee machine and all cooking utensils as well as an island bench and breakfast bar, a tiled living and dining area with TV/DVD comfortable sofa's and access to an impressive decking area with BBQ and stunning views of the ocean as well as a cosy and warm fireplace for the winter months. There is a second living area with TV/DVD, master bedroom with queen bed, walk in robe and ensuite with shower and amazing views of the ocean that you can enjoy whilst lying in bed. Second bedroom with queen bed, third bedroom with 2 sets of single bunks and a central bathroom with shower and bath as well as a separate toilet and laundry.

Other features include: WIFI, electric heating, split system air-conditioning to living area, laundry with washing machine and dryer, balcony, wood fire, large TV's with blue-ray, BBQ, electric blankets and off street parking for 2 cars as well as room for a boat.

You will arrive to ready-made beds featuring professionally laundered crisp, white linen with nothing to do other than to relax and settle in.
Bath Towels are included however if you are planning a trip to the beach, please BYO Beach Towels. Hand Towels, Bath Mats and Tea Towels are included.
• Please note: If available, bunk beds will have linen provided however will not be made due to Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

SLEEPS 8
Master: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: 2 x Sets of King Single Bunk Beds

Guests will have exclusive access to the entire home.

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!

This home is not pet friendly

BOND/REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT FEE: Please note the bond is held as a pre-authorisation on your credit card, this is taken within 24 hours of your arrival and held until 3 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

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

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

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector

General

  • Unit size: 2723 sq ft (253 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

Skenes Retreat Stunning Ocean Views
Skenes Retreat Views of the Ocean From the Deck
Skenes Retreat - Views of the Ocean From the Deck Skenes Creek
53756

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 Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 13 min walk
  • Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve - 6 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • George's Takeaway - 7 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 8 min drive
  • Cafe 153 - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SKENES RETREAT - views of the ocean from the deck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Skenes Creek holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve and Old Cable Station Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

RICHARD M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skenes Creek long weekend
We had a very enjoyable weekend. The house is comfortable and quiet - sufficiently away from the Great Ocean Road that any road noise is drowned out by the sound of breaking waves. The aspect is lovely, sitting out on the deck, although the view is spoilt a bit by the television aerial of the next door property inconveniently located on the property boundary. We awarded 4 stars overall, rather than 5, on the basis that the basic supplies were just that - basic and ungenerous for a place in this price bracket.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apollo bay stay
Loved this property Very modern and fantastic views of the ocean Loved the cow paddock next door lots of wildlife birds,koala,fox and baby rabbits
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022