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10/10 Excellent
Aye A.
30 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aye A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape
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Skenes Creek, a peaceful haven for the whole family, offers a serene getaway in its self-contained downstairs unit. Unwind with fresh linen and organic essentials while being just three houses back from the beach 🏖; enjoy WIFI and on-site parking.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 464 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
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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.
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.
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.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- 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
- Up to 25 kg 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
- In-room accessibility
- No lift
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoke-free property
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
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that 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 that 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Old Cable Station Museum and Apollo Bay Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Skenes Creek travel guide
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Skenes Creek, VIC
What's nearby
Skenes Creek Beachfront Park10 min walk - 0.9 km
Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve14 min walk - 1.2 km
Great Ocean Road Waterfront6 min drive - 6.8 km
Marriners Lookout8 min drive - 7.9 km
Great Otway National Park9 min drive - 11.3 km
Getting around
- Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)117 min drive
Restaurants
- George's Restaurant7 min drive
- Apollo Bay Hotel7 min drive
- Great Ocean Road Brewhouse7 min drive
- Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar6 min drive
- Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve and Old Cable Station Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Skenes Creek Beach Shack - Cheerful Coastal 2 Bedroom Escape Reviews
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8/10 Good
Lan G.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs Lan
It was a very pleasant short stay with family, short walk to the beach. Quite surroundings
Lan G.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good
Christine D.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Christine D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mark
29 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All the above
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Miranda O.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Miranda O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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8/10 Good
Erin J.
26 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Erin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022