Located within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
Great Otway National Park - 7 min drive - 6.8 miles
Getting around
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 108 min drive
Restaurants
George's Restaurant - 6 min drive
Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - 6 min drive
Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - 6 min drive
Apollo Bay Hotel - 6 min drive
Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant - 6 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.
Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage
Imagine your family and friends relaxing in this rustic, classic 1950's beach house. Situated in a semi-rural location within a magnificent 5 acre garden setting, with expansive lawns and European style gardens, enclosed by Skenes Creek where you can fish for trout or paddle down to the beach. This property is set back 200m from the surf at the Skenes Creek Beach, giving privacy and access.
Guests can also wander through the orchard, where lemons and apples grow in abundance, or can observe koalas and other wildlife over the creek. You can also enjoy the rustic tennis court or play cricket or croquet on the rolling lawns. You will love the privacy, location, peace and tranquility on offer at Willowhaven, as well as everything you expect of a traditional beach holiday.
Enjoy a picnic and a glass of wine at one of the many spots dotted along the tree lined creek bank, in the outdoor BBQ area, or on the balcony overlooking the garden. The expansive and picturesque garden surrounds have also provided the perfect back drop for weddings and other functions, and many other successful and memorable events.
If you are interested in booking this property for an event or wedding, please enquire with our office to check availability and terms and conditions.
A short 5-minute drive will see you at Chris Beacon Point restaurant where you can indulge your passion for fine dining with family and friends. A 6km drive away is Apollo Bay, where you can sample the delights of the many cafes and restaurants in the town centre, play a round of golf, stock up with essential items from one of the 2 supermarkets, or buy or rent your fishing and beach gear.
The main house features 4 bedrooms for 8 people, plus a timber cottage for 5 adults or children, with a main bathroom, laundry, open kitchen, dining and lounge area plus additional second dining/lounge area with wood fire, parking for 4/5 vehicles and all the items you will ever need to enjoy your holiday. The great attractions of this property are its maintained garden, creek setting and its location near the beach. The house is comfortable with a great layout for an older style rustic beach house.
The location is perfect for Otway Mountains cycling, hiking and destinations such as the Otway Fly and the Redwood Forest. It is midway along the Great Ocean Rd so well placed for accessing sites such as the 12 Apostles as well as the beaches and towns of the Surf Coast. It can be visited via the Great Ocean Rd or through the Otways via Forrest Colac Road.
Note, the cottage that sleeps 5 guests is located separately from the house across the lawn and does not have its own bathroom facilities or fireplace. There will be an extra person fee for any groups of more than 8 guests.
Linen not provided (Hire is available)
Firewood is only supplied from May to October.
Strictly no fire on the grounds or in the cottage, fire is to be restricted to the fireplace in the main house.
Pet friendly outside only; yard not fully fenced.
No tents allowed on the property.
Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc)
Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions
Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted and this is done the cost will be charged in full plus a 50% service charge.
The vacation home is heated and features a balcony and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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
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.
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 smoke detector.
Property is also known as
Willowhaven Rustic & Vintage
Willowhaven Exceptional Unique
WILLOWHAVEN - RUSTIC & VINTAGE Skenes Creek
WILLOWHAVEN - RUSTIC & VINTAGE Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this vacation home?
This vacation home in Skenes Creek is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. You'll also find Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Marriners Lookout within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Does Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
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 this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies at Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage?
Yes, every accommodation at Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage comes with a balcony.
Willowhaven - Rustic & Vintage Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 18 reviews
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5.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Jenn and andre M.
Jan 15, 2023
Need to update photos
We stayed at skenes creek which they have no photos of the actual house but when we asked they said it just needed a bit of maintenance but when we arrived it needed more than just a bit of maintenance. And seriously need to update photos of property and some renovations but the land and the scenery and overall atmosphere it was good just need to fix the house for it to be fit for people be comfortable like need new mattresses and a new couch because the springs in the bed are poking through the bed into your side and the couch your better off sitting on the floor
Jenn and andre M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Olena Z.
Dec 19, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, views and property land and garden area.wished house to be cleaned a bit better.
Excellent anyway
Olena Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
2/10 Terrible
Nick L.
Nov 29, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay Away!
Pics are deceiving. Very run down and dirty. BBQ is absolutely disgusting. Very disappointing.
Nick L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Renee T.
Mar 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Absoloutley stunning gardens.. the house is older and had quite a strong damp, musty smell.. (i just sprayed essential oils around the rooms and lounge area) that was the only fault..
We enjoyed our stay and would go again..
Renee T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
4/10 Poor
MELANIE H.
Dec 31, 2021
Willowhaven Skenes Creek
We stayed here for 7 nights over xmas. The grounds were amazing. The house however needs heaps of work, very rundown! Very expensive for what you get. House needs to be bowled over or a massive renovation. Couch in lounge needs to go to the dump, toilet leaks, needs repainting inside and out. Bit dissapointed for the money we paid.
MELANIE H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Sarah I.
Jul 12, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Relaxing getaway, very old house (and dirty in some parts) but lovely garden, nice to explore, no wifi and poor telephone coverage which wasn’t too bad apart from the teens, would be lovely in summer. On the more expensive side considering cleanliness, no linen and bedding. Great to be able to take our dog however.
Sarah I.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
2/10 Terrible
Joey M.
May 19, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
A Farcry from Rustic Beach House #dump
"Complete Misrepresentation" would be an understatement when describing the property in comparison to the images contained within the property listing. The property itself is stunning and the photos probably don't do it justice. However, that is where it ends. The house itself is a bit of a dump and in much need of a renovation. The carpets, beds and window coverings are dusty, stained and stink like mold. Nothing in the house is square. The tiles are all cracked. It leaks like a sieve. The electric cooktop is total garbage. Barely any of the doors actually close. The toilet is rooted. The TV is the very first inception of a flat panel TV that was released Circa 1982. I would rather sit / lay on a bed of nails instead of the couch that sits in front of TV. The max output of any of the light fittings is approx 140 lumens and gives you the look and feel of a horror movie set. There are absolutely zero basic amenities provided. There were some good points. The fireplace worked ok. The cottage came in handy. All in all, we still had a good time and it didn't stop us punishing copious quantities of well drinks.
Joey M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
6/10 Okay
Greg E.
Apr 16, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location. Poor accommodation
The location and grounds of this property are fabulous. The house however is ready for the wrecking ball. It is downright dangerous for small children, broken bunk beds, rusty steel fixtures and one bedroom is 150 meters from the main house! Doors don’t close. The septic tank smells. Wooden windows are rotten and don’t open. Drafts when it’s cold. Floor surface broken and uneven. Furniture is straight from hard rubbish collection. Doona covers and mattresses protectors are dirty. Lamps flicker with electrical faults. Branches rubbing on the house keep you up at night. No price point can justify this very low standard.
Greg E.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Georgia B.
Mar 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Fabulous property with gorgeous land. House had a definite charm to it, beautiful fireplace and great social areas. The highlight was definitely the garden, it’s perfect for a game of rounders or a spot of fishing. Thanks for the stay! We’ll be back
Georgia B.
10/10 Excellent
Alison R.
Mar 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Stayed with friends and kids and had the best time exploring
Alison R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rosie S., Melbourne
Mar 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time
We stayed 6 nights at Willowhaven.
The grounds were magic and we had a great time as did our dogs.
The house has everything we needed. Located close to the beach for walks and swims, we embraced the tennis court, bbq, fireplace and endless space.
Would definitely return.
Thank you!
Rosie
Rosie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Elly P.
Feb 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Weekend Getaway
We couldn't have asked for more! Booking this property was a breeze. I even recieved a phone call from the agent ensuring I was aware that the property was very 'rustic'.
That said, in all honesty the house itself was a little run down however, it had it's own charm and the grounds were spectacular. It felt like we were in a dream. Just beautiful. The shack that is on another part of the property was very cool. It sat on the rambling Skenes Creek and opened on to the perfectly manicured grass and open field of the grounds.
I recommend this property to bigger groups (there were 8 of us) who want to have a beautiful getaway. Luckily we had great weather but I would imagine that in winter it would get rather chilly. Fortunately this has been thought about and there are heaters everywhere, as well as a large woodheater in the entertainment area.
We will be back. Thank you for the perfect weekend
Elly P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
Nicholas B.
Jan 26, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Incredible gardens
3 families comfortably stayed in the property. The children had a wonderful time playing in the expansive gardens and creek that runs around the property.
The location is perfect for both the beach goers and mountain bikers alike with waves aplenty as well as great bike trails 30 mins away in forrest.
In spite of this the house is ageing and is in need of a good clean but don't let this sway your decision
Nicholas B.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021
8/10 Good
RENEE C.
Jan 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and location
Willowhaven is an amazing property with stunning gardens. The house is old and rustic as described, but is comfortable and has everything you need. Lots of heaters, pillows and extra blankets provided. The grounds really sell the place, perfect for kids and families, dogs and picnics under the trees. There is plenty of space for large groups to escape to. The beach is a super close walk as well. BBQ could be updated. Not much ph reception but that can be a good thing! We really enjoyed our stay. Think it would be better in summer than winter though as gets very cold and wet that close to the Otways.
RENEE C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jul 21, 2020
Beautiful garden
We loved the beautiful garden and rowing to the beach.
Verified traveler
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Rachel B.
Mar 12, 2020
Needs repairs
Great place very old accommodation. But the grounds make up for this. The main house needs some work done as we had a part of the door frame come down and hit one of us in the head.
The cabin beds could have been cleaner.
Other than that everything else was great. Second time visit and we will come again
Rachel B.
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Dec 28, 2019
Beautiful garden and charming House
The garden was charming and luxurious. The house was comfortable and plenty of spaces in the garden and around the house to enjoy and savour. Was relaxing and unwinding.
There was however limited internet and would have been nice to be informed prior to arrival. One bathroom which was a touch limiting. Flush needed attention, taps needed washes and attention to cleaning would have been good. We loved the place and was adequately furnished with cutlery, crockery and amenities. Loved it