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Reviews of Points South By The Sea

4 out of 5
Points South By The Sea
5260 Great Ocean Road, Wongarra, VIC

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from BryanJ on 19 May 2023
Thank you for your feedback, we look forward to seeing you again in the future.

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow the view and the location. Felt very Private and secluded in the best way
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private, peaceful and beach access across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Bryan on 1 Oct 2022
Thank you for your thoughts, and yes we agree that we live in a special part of the world.

10/10 Excellent

Angelito

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazingly accommodating host. Beautiful property and great adventures to be had around the region.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from Bryan on 26 Apr 2022
Thank you for your kind thoughts regarding your stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Don't forget that whale season commences in May.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was beautifully appointed and had excellent amenities. The view from the patio was stunning. We would highly recommend this lovely cottage by the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Bryan on 2 Feb 2020
Thank you for staying with us and we are happy you enjoyed your stay Yes I agree the balcony views are pretty special

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best of GOR
Scerene, cozy, boutique and modern place on the GOR. Tranquil ane peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Bryan on 19 Jan 2020
Thank you for your kind thoughts we hope to see you again soon

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place. Bryan was a very attentive host and it was a superb place to stay, even in cold, wet weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Bryan and Joan on 27 Nov 2019
Thank you for your kind thoughts, we hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the window seat looking out over the ocean (big draw card for me).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Bryan on 30 Oct 2019
Thank you for your kind thoughts, we hope to see you again soon Regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the ocean and all of conveniences of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from Bryan on 15 Oct 2019
Thank you for your thoughts, we are glad you had an enjoyable stay. See you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

N&A, Melbourne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful peaceful private location. Wonderful even in winter watching the storms roll in sitting by the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Bryan on 5 June 2019
Thank you for your review we hope to see you again soon

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great family time. Just stunning views of the ocean. Private. Cozy. Clean. You must stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Bryan on 17 Apr 2019
Thank you for your kind review, we hope to see you again soon. Warm regards Bryan and Joan PS Don't forget whale season runs from May to November!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall Very good condition and very clean.......with great views . Thought the WiFi was a bit slow and beds a bit too soft fir me
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Bryan on 9 Feb 2019
Thank you for your kind review and feedback. Yes our wifi has been slow this past week with a problem with our NBN satellite connection but hopefully it is now fixed. Beds are certainly a personal preference and I am sorry that our bed was not to your liking. We look forward to seeing you again one day in the future

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean comfortable well appointed and in a sensational location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Bryan on 8 Dec 2018
Thank you for your kind thoughts. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

STEFAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning stay!
What an amazing stay. Cottage #3 is a beautiful property with stunning views over the ocean. Across the road is a secluded beach. Bryan, the owner, made us feel very welcome. It's close to Apollo Bay and Kennett River so a great location. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Bryan on 29 Oct 2018
Hi Stefan Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay. We are extremely happy that you had a lovely stay and look forward to seeing you again soon. We had six koalas on our track this afternoon so our current guests were very excited. Warm regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will be back!
Perfect place to stay for a great ocean road getaway. Beautifully presented, comfortable, clean. Service is terrific - not in your face, but there if you need them. Can not recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Owner on 8 Aug 2018
Thank you for your kind review, we hope to see you again soon. We have had whales going past over the last couple of days, so a good reason to visit again. Regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection!
Lovely cottage, well appointed and stunning location. Restful and very comfortable; close enough to Apollo Bay and a good starting point to see local sights, but we had a wonderful time just messing about going for walks on the property and down to the beach, reading, and playing board games. A highlight was the window seat, which was big enough for three of us to snuggle and read and from which we spotted whales not far out from the beach. Thanks so much Bryan and Joan. We hope to return and will recommend to our family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Bryan on 17 July 2018
ThNk you for your lovely thoughts. Yes it is currently whale season and we have had whales out the front of the Cottages the past couple of days. Whale season runs June till October so plenty of time to come and visit us again. :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dream Accomodation
This cottage (3) is perfect. High end finishes as well as decor. Views of the ocean from the cottage and deck are unobstructed. Attentive host! Gift on arrival with starter items. Viewed a koala nearby on the property and wallabies grazed on the lawn. A perfect experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Bryan on 25 Mar 2018
Thank you for such a kind review Yes plenty of wild life around we even had a fairy penguin on the beach recently We hope to see you again soon

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very spacious, clean and with unbeatable views
Great duplex cottage with all one needs. We stayed 2 nights and wish we had booked more.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Bryan on 22 Feb 2018
Thank you for your kind thoughts. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Don't forget whale season is April to october, so a good reason to return!

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very nice place in a quiet out of way locacation. owner was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Response from Bryan on 6 Feb 2018
Thank you for your kind thoughts, we hope to see you again soon. Regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Rod, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing spot with great views, beach access
We could not have been happier with this accommodation. Amazing views, extremely well kept and presented cottage, amazing views up and down the coast. They even have a resident Koala. We woke one morning to see a pod of Dolphins just cruising down the coast. Could not recommend this place highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from Bryan on 30 Nov 2017
Many thanks for your review We really appreciate that you took the time to do so and even better you enjoyed your stay Warm regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Arndt, Traverse City, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The perfect stay
Great location, great house, great setting. We loved the house. And Bryan was a great host. Back in a heart beat.
Response from Bryan on 8 Apr 2017
Thank you for your thoughts. We appreciate you taking time to do this. We hope to see you again soon. Rgds Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Daryl, Greenvale, Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views and hospitality
Highly recommended. Great hosts, peace and quiet - ideal. Venture up the track and see the koala's resting in the trees.
Response from Bryan on 8 Apr 2017
Thank you for taking time to review Points South By The Sea. We have had some Fairy Penguins on our beach recently so exciting for all to see. We hope you may return one day Warm regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

barbara, stawell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place to stay
Cottage with magnificent views of the beach/sea. Bryan is a great host offering many tips about the surrounding area to visit including good restaurants. The cottage is lovely, modern and clean with a most comfortable bed. Welcome hamper which includes wine and nibbles is terrific. We saw wallabies on the property and there is plenty of gorgeous birdlife to watch from the balcony. Three cottages all very private and all have great views. Our second visit and will definitely return!
Response from Bryan on 8 Apr 2017
Thank you for your kind thoughts. Don't forget that whale season is May to November for your next visit. Mates rates apply. Warm regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cottage with spectacular view of the ocean.
The cottage provides a memorable experience. The view of the waves breaking on the beach is mesmerizing. We ate supper each night on the porch, not wanting to lose an opportunity for such an experience. The cottage is well equipped and the manager quite helpful. Guests seem to compete for superlatives in their guest book entries.
Response from Bryan on 8 Apr 2017
Thanks for your welcome review.4 Hoping to see you again soon. Warm regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Sound Effects (the ocean)
Big views; good sound effects (the ocean); good sense of privacy; great host.
Response from General Manager on 8 Feb 2017
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Points South By the Sea. We have had fantastic weather recently with many sightings of dolphins so you will need to come and visit again. Regards Bryan and Joan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend
We thoroughly enjoyed our two day weekend away. The accommodation was perfect, very comfortable, clean and private. It has beautiful ocean views and all the little touches that make a trip away very special. It was very relaxing and peaceful. We didn't want to leave.
Response from Bryan@points south on 4 Jan 2017
Many thanks for your kind thoughts, we hope to see you again soon. Rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous, luxurious beach side retreat.
Amazing stay at Points South. Great location, decor, appointments, view, access to beach, and great customer service from Bryan. Really great for a quiet getaway. Will definitely be back!
Response from General Manager on 4 Jan 2017
Thank you for taking the time to review us and your kind thoughts. We hope to see you again soon. Rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it!
Beautiful, modern, well equiped, private cottage with a view to die for! Care pack on arrival and the cold white went down at treat, nice touch thanks Bryan. The view stretched from one side of the cottage to the other, waking up to that view in the morning was hard work, but hey someone has to do it! Close to the beach, great for photography when the sun is setting, just gorgeous! Overall a wonderful, relaxing few days and I would 'highly recommend' this to anyone who needs to smell the fresh sea air and forget about all your worries for a few days, I certainly did.
Response from General Manager on 4 Jan 2017
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We really appreciate all feedback...especially good :) Hope to have you stay with us again soon. Rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

David & Carolyn, Melbourne Vic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular
If you need a place to unwind and just relax this is it. ...5 stars
Response from bryan@points south on 4 Jan 2017
Thank you for submitting your kind words as we respect all feedback..good or bad, as it motivates us. Hoping to see you again soon. Warm rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful cottage with amazing view over the ocean with a private beach
Response from General Manager on 4 Jan 2017
Thank you for your kind words. Rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Marissa, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an escape!
If you are looking to feel like you have your own little piece of the great ocean road all to yourself than this is for you! The cottage from the moment you open the door renders you speechless. The view, the design to your very own welcome pack! You literally cross the road to what feels like a secluded beach no one has ever stepped foot on... It could be the perfect great ocean road escape!
Response from bryan@points south on 4 Jan 2017
Hi Marissa We really appreciate your kind words, it helps us to be motivated. All feedback is important as I am sure many future guests will rely upon your thoughts. We hope to see you again soon Warm rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely cottage with a magnificent view of the ocean
Response from General Manager on 19 Oct 2016
Many thanks for your kind review. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Base for Great Ocean Road
The host, Bryan James was very welcoming. He checked-in with me almost immediately after I reached the accommodation. He also provided a few recommendations on places to dine at. It was very thoughtful of him to prepare a few L'Occitane products, a welcome hamper with snacks and complimentary wines, beer, coffee and tea. The accommodation was perfect. You got to wake up to the beautiful sunrise as well as the sound of the waves from the ocean. Port Campbell is about 1.5 hr drive away while Apollo Bay is 10 mins drive away. So we found that it is a really good base to do GOR.
Response from Bryan on 19 Oct 2016
Many thanks for your thoughts. We hope you can visit us again soon. We have had whales and dolphins out the front recently, great to see.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is fabulous. Had such an amazing stay here. The guest hamper on arrival is such a nice touch aswell.

10/10 Excellent

HEE CHYE, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We are quite surprised when we reached the cottage as it is above our expectation. It has a very excellent ocean view that we love it very much. Each cottage is isolated and quite far apart on it's own that we have our own privacy. It is just like the banyan tree resort. Will recommend to our friends.
Response from General Manager on 4 Jan 2017
Hello Hee Chye We really appreciate that you took time to review us. We hope that you can come and visit again soon. Warm rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Manky, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Stunning Luxe cabin #3 beautifully furnished and every need anticipated. Wildlife bonus. Great location for exploring the GOR. Go to th 12 Apostles after you make your Nespresso coffee and froth your milk from your goodie bag. No crowds before noon. Treat yourself and leave time to just stay home and enjoy the location and the ammenities. Definitely barbecue and dine in for the beautiful twilight hours. Look up for the stars.
Response from bryan@points south on 4 Jan 2017
Hello Kristin What a lovely review, many thanks for taking the time. We hope you may stay again soon. Rgds Bryan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing ocean road cottage
Amazing accommodation right off the great ocean road with sweeping panoramic views of the ocean and road. Our cottage seemed fairly new, and was clean, well designed and provided lots of extra goodies that just added that extra something to make the stay more enjoyable. The owners were close yet far away, giving us total privacy but replying quickly via sms to any queries.

10/10 Excellent

Elias, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good, Modern; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Beautiful; Amazing place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Australia - WA - Regional WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location and value for money in the Apollo Bay area

10/10 Excellent

sharon, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Janelle, Australia - NSW - Regional NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Fantastic; Service: Go the extra mile, Phenomenal; Cleanliness: Spotless; Simply the best get away and a great base for exploring the Great Ocean Rd

10/10 Excellent

Nathan, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate, Beautiful; Koala's, wallabies, bunnies, birds and WHALES!!

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Spotless;

10/10 Excellent

james, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Affordable; Service: Go the extra mile, Friendly and efficient ; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Bryan was very helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Elisa, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: State of the art, Home away from home, Outstanding; Value: Affordable; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Koala sanctuary on site.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Australia - VIC - Bendigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Fantastic; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Beautiful; in the between to great townships

10/10 Excellent

Ben, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line, State of the art, Home away from home; Value: Fantastic; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless; Victorian weather was perfect for us , cloudless skies. But it would be a great getaway in bad weather. Lots of DVDs to choose from.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy house, the host is very friendly and helpful. We spent a wonderful night when travelling along the Great Ocean Road.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Response from Bryan on 2 Feb 2020
Thank you for your kind thoughts