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Callahan - At Apollo Bay

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Marengo, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront2 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre3 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 4
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Callahan - At Apollo Bay

Welcome to Callahan, the quintessential 1970's beach house offering sensational views over the Marengo beach and reef. This picturesque property is opposite the beach on the ocean side of the Great Ocean Road. Only 30m walk to Marengo Beach, it is an easy 2km walk into Apollo Bay's township, either along the popular walking/bike track or the beach itself.

This is an older home with a renovated kitchen and bathroom, and provides a central open fireplace in the kitchen and lounge area which opens into a north facing dining and sitting space. Unwind here and soak up the sun during the summer months or cosy up by the wood fire during winter.

Two of the 4 bedrooms face the ocean, enjoying the north sun, and the other 2 bedrooms are at the rear of the property. The main bathroom provides dual access from the master bedroom and hall. The second bathroom is accessible from just outside the rear entrance, making it great for rinsing off after a trip to the beach. The property has ample car parking and a large shed with plenty of space for the kids to play, even on those rainy winter days.

Linen not provided (Hire available)

Firewood supplied May-October Only

Not pet friendly

Strict No Party Policy

Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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)

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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
On-site 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 that 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

Property is also known as

Callahan Apollo Bay VIC House
Callahan Apollo Bay VIC
Callahan At Apollo Bay
Callahan Apollo Bay VIC
Callahan At Apollo Bay Marengo
Callahan - At Apollo Bay Marengo
Callahan - At Apollo Bay Private vacation home
Callahan - At Apollo Bay Private vacation home Marengo
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About the area

Marengo

Located in Marengo, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary and Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 2 min drive
  • Great Otway National Park - 2 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 3 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 3 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 3 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 3 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Callahan - At Apollo Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Callahan - At Apollo Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Callahan - At Apollo Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Callahan - At Apollo Bay located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary. Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly restful
Great view; everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Callahan
The Callahan is a home away from home for us. We have stayed a few times now. It has that old school rustic charm. The atmosphere of a family home comes at you as soon as you walk in. The views are phenomenal and the location to town is perfect for us not too close not too far. Access to the GOR is amazing you are in the middle of everything. If you are ok with the wardrobes being full and living out of your suitcase then you will love it here. For us the hominess and the views far out way the lack of storage for our clothing. We love our time in this part of the world and Callahan makes it more enjoyable. The games, firewood for the open fire in winter and binoculars available to use are a welcome touch. It gives that time to reconnect with your family without all the distractions of the modern world, which for me is invaluable these days. We will be back again. Love, love, love.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Sally M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
We were very disappointed with bedrooms 2,3 and 4. Curtains falling down in one room, and dark and depressing decor in all. Shabby looking quilt covers. A wet towel left on laundry floor. Attention to detail was poor: frozen over freezer, junky ' cupboard ' with glad wrap etc. A hair on the cupboard shelf and in the microwave made us feel like we had to sanitize all surfaces including the heavy plastic cover on the dining table. A very bad way to start a holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic winter escape!
Our week at Callahan, was far too short! From the moment you walked in it felt like a family home where all were welcome. The fire was amazing for doing puzzles by, the kitchen was family friendly and allowed us all to cook together and the huge dining table was the perfect place for making memories! With an amazing view and location to the beach it was the perfect winter escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon M.

A cozy get away by the beach
An older style but comfortable house with amazing views and instant access to the local beach. Open fire place is the only real source of heating and there is no dishwasher, but otherwise it is well appointed. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend Callahan to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Necati P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house. Amazing room from the deck. Double shower and double toilet was very useful.
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Delaram (Dela) S., Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Comfortable house in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay!

8/10 Good

Claudia B.

True beach house
This little piece of paradise was just what we needed. Beautiful views to Marengo beach and a short walk to the rocky reef, beautiful in the sun and the rain. The beds aren’t the most comfortable, clean bathroom and kitchen facilities, be sure you take your own frypan and sharp knives. We will come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

jessica w.

stunning family house - not so friendly management staff
Morengo is such a fantastic place for families. It has a lived-in feeling which made it even more comfortable. Proximity to the beach without any major road crossings made it so easy for the kids to wander down on their own making for a fantastic holiday for us (2 families). The house has a fantastic layout for families. Notable absences are a bath, and reading lamps. The real estate managing the place were not very helpful and pretty defensive when enquiring about covid cleaning. Our holiday in the Callahan house was really fantastic. Thank you to the Callahan family for opening your lovely beach house to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pauline T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning ocean views
House was warm inviting colours .history of house of the family was interesting to read about .so exciting to watch the sunrise from the bedroom window !!we were lucky in June had 3 days of sunshine !!we had been to marengo Apollo bay often in our past so reliving the lovely area !!the only negative took lots of time too get the open fire to give out heat !!but eventually perseverance and Malley roots mixed with red gum that was there for our use ,fire got warm as we there 4 days . Bed was comfortable .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020