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Cape Nelson Lighthouse

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Consider a stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site Regional cuisine café, Isabellas Cafe, offers breakfast and lunch. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden headboard, a white bedspread, a nightstand, a small table, and a fireplace.

Sunrise Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

Sunrise Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a white bedspread, a nightstand, and a small bedside table.

Sunset Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a white bedspread, a nightstand, and a small bedside table.

Sunset Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Caretakers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with white bedding, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Caretakers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Caretakers Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and a single drawer.

Caretakers Cottage - 2 Bedrooms

  • Partial sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Head Keepers Cottage -2 Bedrooms

A living room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

Head Keepers Cottage -2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Head Keepers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

A living room with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

Head Keepers Cottage - 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Annex Cottage - 1 Bedroom

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a cabinet.

Annex Cottage - 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Portland West, Cape Nelson Lighthouse is in a rural area and by the ocean. Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum and Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cape Nelson Lighthouse and Cape Nelson State Park. Portland Arts Centre and Discovery Bay Marine National Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Portland West travel guide
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119 Cape Nelson Lighthouse Road, Portland West, VIC, 3305

What's nearby

  • A white lighthouse on a rocky cliff overlooking the ocean.
    Cape Nelson State Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A white lighthouse on a rocky cliff overlooking the ocean.
    Cape Nelson Lighthouse
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Point Danger Gannet Colony
    18 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Bridgewater Bay Beach
    29 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Budj Bim National Park
    39 min drive - 38.5 miles

Restaurants

  • Domino's Pizza
    14 min drive
  • Portland Fish N Chips
    11 min drive
  • Short Street Takeaway
    12 min drive
  • Isabella's Cafe
    1 min drive
  • gordon hotel
    13 min drive

About this property

Cape Nelson Lighthouse

  • Upscale vacation home by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site Regional cuisine café, Isabellas Cafe, offers breakfast and lunch. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this vacation home include:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and barbecue grills
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Cape Nelson Lighthouse feature perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Plasma TVs with cable channels and DVD players
    • Kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Restaurants on site

  • Isabellas Cafe

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 5 to 18 per person
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping provided
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a state park
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 units
  • Built in 1884
  • Garden
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in for this property is based at the Quality Hotel Bentinck (Macs Hotel), located on the corner of Gawler St and Bentinck St in Portland in a 3-story bluestone building. Guests should enter via Gawler St and proceed to reception. Phone reception at the lighthouse is limited.

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 18 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Nelson Lighthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

As of Sep 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cape Nelson Lighthouse on Sep 13, 2026 start from $215, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Nelson Lighthouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cape Nelson Lighthouse located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is steps from Cape Nelson State Park and Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Portland H46 Bushland Reserve and Portland H47 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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