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Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Interior
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4689 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Skenes Creek, VIC
  • Place, Skenes Creek Beachfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Skenes Creek

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 sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Marriners Lookout - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Great Otway National Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - ‬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.

Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape

Relax with your whole family at this peaceful beach-side location. Our self-contained and fully equipped unit is the downstairs portion of our Skenes Creek property, with a separate home upstairs. To ensure privacy, we do not accept larger groups or parties.

Our home is perfect for quiet stays and casual family beach holidays and, we are just three houses back from the beach 🏖.

Amenities include fresh linen with organic cotton sheets and towels, super fast WIFI, a selection of herbal organic teas and coffee, natural shampoo and conditioner (toiletries), non-toxic cleaning products, sanitizers, and multi car on-site parking.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 689 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Skenes Creek, a short 9-minute walk from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and also 13 minutes on foot from Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. You'll also find Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Marriners Lookout within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape.

Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the above
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aye A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.Clean and tidy house with all necessary equipments.Host is friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs Lan

It was a very pleasant short stay with family, short walk to the beach. Quite surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely quiet spot

This property has everything you need for a beach getaway. Close to Apollo Bay but also nice and quiet. Host is very helpful with plenty of info on the local area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to beach, Super Clean and Comfy!

We stayed in the downstairs unit which was simple, fresh and comfortable. Short walk to the beach. Quiet spot. Thoughtful host. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Skenes creek is a hidden gem

A comfortable, affordable getaway for family of 4 and our 4 legged friend. The communication and cleanliness were of high standard. Skenes creek is a gem of a town. The rocky forshores are breathtaking. This property is only a very short walk to great beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022