This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
Great Otway National Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles
Getting around
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 118 min drive
Restaurants
George's Restaurant - 7 min drive
Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - 7 min drive
Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - 8 min drive
Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - 7 min drive
Little Crumbs - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly
Bass Retreat is a light filled spacious holiday house nestled amongst the gum trees and Otway bush at the top of Bass Crescent, Skenes Creek.
This well appointed has a kitchen that’s made for entertaining with stainless appliances, Nespresso Pod Coffee Machine, Dishwasher, huge Gas Stove, Oven, Microwave and Stone bench tops.
The light filled living and dining areas open out onto the spacious deck through large sliding doors with the most gorgeous views of the Otway foothills stretching down to the coastline at Skenes Creek with Ocean Views.
The living area has comfy large leather couches, a Wood Fire (byo wood) for keeping warm (along with reverse cycle) and TV with Foxtel. 4 bedrooms all have heating and one even has a wood fire! Linen and towels are provided for your stay so there is nothing to do when you arrive but settle in and relax!
The property is surrounded by gum trees and feels like a private little oasis within the Skenes Creek village that’s only a 10minute drive from the main Apollo Bay township. Stroll down the street to the reefs or take a 10minute walk to Skenes Creeks swimming beach.
Well behaved dogs are very welcome to come on holidays with you to Bass Retreat. There is a secure yard (fence about 1m high). Dogs are not permitted in bedrooms or on any furniture.
* Free Wi-fi * Wood Fire in living area and a 2nd in one of the bedrooms - BYO firewood * Reverse cycle heating and cooling * Spacious light filled living and dining area offers comfy leather couches, Sony Bravia Smart TV and a cosy wood fire (BYO wood) The northerly aspect of this house and big sliding doors onto the deck offers warm sunshine and amazing views of the rolling Otways foothills and across paddocks to the Ocean and Coastline * Well equipped kitchen with stone benches Ilve Gas Stove, Oven, Dishwasher Microwave, Nespresso Pod Coffee Machine, Fridge/Freezer this kitchen is designed for entertaining! * 10min walk to beach at Skenes Creek or 5 minute walk to rocky beach at the bottom of Bass Crescent * 4 bedrooms all with heating - BR1 - 1 x Queen with Ensuite. BR2 - 1 x Queen. BR3 - 1 x Queen + 1x Single - with wood fire and TV. BR4 - 1 x Set of Single Bunks * 2 bathrooms - Large main bathroom with Shower, Large bath, Vanity and Laundry facilities2nd is an Ensuite to Queen bedroom with Shower, Toilet & Vanity * Spacious outdoor deck with furniture with amazing views of the Otway Hills, along the Coastline and Ocean * All linen and towels supplied including fitted sheets for extra comfort * Laundry in main bathroom with washing machine and dryer * Well behaved dogs are very welcome with a secure yard but the fences are not overly high (about 1m max) so not suitable for climbers/jumpers
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 431 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Arrival is from 3pm. Departure is by 10am unless arranged prior with management.
Early arrival and late departure incur a fee of $50 per hour.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
186244
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Skenes Creek, a short 13-minute walk from Skenes Creek Beachfront Park and also 10 minutes on foot from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve. You'll also find Great Otway National Park and Great Ocean Road Waterfront within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly?
Yes, every house at Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly comes with a balcony and some offer mountain and water views.
Bass Retreat - Dog Friendly Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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