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Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park

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Property grounds
Balcony
3 bedrooms
Dining
Toilet paper
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Skenes Creek North, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront14 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre14 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour17 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park

Rainforest property - 20,000 square metres of mountain ash and tree ferns - new floors, electricity throughout the shack. Cloud forest garden with rare plants from around the world. Minimum stay 3 nights. Pls note that there is no internet reception inside the house (but two bars reception up the driveway) and no BBQ or oven (but there are four gas cooktops and a griller and a microwave in the kitchen). There is no TV or DVD player.
Unique pristine cool climate mountain ash and tree fern property 300 m above the sea level but only 7 minutes drive down to Skenes Creek.

Can encounter koalas, birds, wallabies etc.

4 hectares property with easy access from the Apollo Bay back road via a well- maintained access road and drive way.

Enjoy visiting waterfalls, tree too walks, beaches and so much more and then being able to return to your private retreat with a fire place in a pristine, shady rainforest environment.

5 minutes walk from the property brings you to a spectacular lookout with views down the hills, over the coast and all the way to Apollo Bay.

Parking available on the property. Two bedrooms (with a third one that can be made available upon request but pls note that some personal belongings are stored underneath the bunk beds). Old school but cosy and comfortable.

Pls bring your own bedding, linen and towels.

Cool climate, wet environment so please beware of slipping hazards and bring warm and rain proof clothes and shoes. Kids are welcome. No pets.

Little veranda at the entrance and outside master bedroom.

Stars on a clear night will blow you away.

Great for nature lovers, bird watchers, meditation etc.

As we have no council service at the area, we ask that our guests please kindly take their rubbish with them.

There is no oven but there is a microwave. Please ensure that the dust filter is clean and the water container (top LH) is empty before and after use of the dryer. Pls kindly turn all heaters off before leaving.

Property manager

Oliver

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 neighborhood

Skenes Creek North

Located in Skenes Creek North, this cottage is in a rural area. 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 Wongarra Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park.

What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 18 min walk
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 14 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 14 min drive
  • Marriners Lookout - 15 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apollo Bay Bakery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wongarra Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Otways adventure base
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin was clean and tidy when we arrived. Communication from owner regarding check in was exact. Great base to explore all that the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We had a lovely time, everything we needed and the property and surrounds were beautiful, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip in Otways
A very lordish experience for all three of us. Could not recommend it highly enough, the place was lovely and clean and the surroundings were beautiful. Oliver was very helpful and very quick to respond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property nestled in the forest.
The owner was very easy to deal with and the cabin is old but beautiful. The perfect place to switch off. Our only gripe is that the photos of the rental are a little misleading. There are no ocean views and due to the landscape and the way the cabin is positioned, there isn't much room for kids to play outside safely. Regardless though, we would stay here again for a weekend away.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021