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The Dreamery - Superb ocean views

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Fireplace, video game console, streaming services
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Dining
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Map
Skenes Creek, Victoria
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre5 min drive
  • Popular LocationApollo Bay Harbour8 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)110 min drive

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About this property

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

The Dreamery - Superb ocean views

Located in the gorgeous, little surf town of Skenes Creek, and split over four levels with superb ocean views and a leisurely 5-minute stroll to the beach, this pet friendly house provides plenty of space and relaxed comfort for families and friends to enjoy.

Beach access is easy by walking along the service road (Motts Lane), until you’re across the road from the Skenes Creek beach car park and take the steps onto the sand.

The lounge features a magnificent stone open fireplace with ocean views stretching across to Apollo Bay. You can sit in the expansive 8-seater lounge with a glass of red, watching the ever-changing skies and ocean, in rain, wind or sunshine.

Both the lounge and the rumpus/second living area have Blu ray systems and an extensive catalogued Blu-ray and DVD library is available for guests' use, and there are also several streaming services connected. Foxtel and a PlayStation 3 are also available in the second living area. Other features include a well-stocked library, including cookbooks and Board games.

If you can work remotely, why wait for holidays to enjoy this beautiful part of the world? This house is perfect for that, with NBN internet connection and a dedicated work from home area located in the lounge room.

The house has an enormous deck with views of the Skenes Creek beach break, glass balcony and outdoor seating for 10. With part of the deck north facing, it offers a sunny place to relax and be mesmerised for hours by the waves breaking on the beach. When you sit quietly with your morning coffee, you will frequently be joined by some of the many lovely local birds, including the tiny fairy wrens, the willie wagtails, and occasionally a magnificent king parrot.

The spacious kitchen is well appointed and includes a dishwasher. If you love to cook then it is likely that this kitchen will be stocked with what you need, with plenty of baking dishes and even a slow cooker. The large dining table has seating for ten. Memories will be made in this home that is built for families to relax and have fun together.

The main bedroom is set on the top level and has a king bed with stunning ocean views, where you go to sleep to the sound of the waves and wake up to the sunrise over the beach break. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and the third bedroom offers accommodation for up to four guests with another Queen bed and one set of king single bunks. The beds are very comfortable with the king and queen beds all recently upgraded to new Koala beds and mattresses.

The bathroom boasts a walk-in shower with handrail, heated tiled floor and a massive rain shower head, and a recent addition to the home is a new powder room (also with handrail). There is also a hot outdoor shower to rinse off the sand and surf boards.

Bedding configuration:

Master bedroom: King bed

2nd bedroom: Queen bed

3rd bedroom: Queen bed and 1 x king single bed bunks (sleeps 2)

Bathroom:
One bathroom with shower and toilet, plus a powder room with toilet and basin.

Property manager

Holiday Great Ocean Road

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • Video game console
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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

The Dreamery Superb Ocean Views a Leisurely Stroll to the Beach
The Dreamery Superb Ocean Views a Leisurely Stroll to the Beach
Dreamery Superb Ocean Views Leisurely Stroll Beach House
Dreamery Superb Ocean Views Leisurely Stroll Beach Skenes Creek
Dreamery Superb Ocean Views Leisurely Stroll Beach House
Dreamery Superb Ocean Views Leisurely Stroll Beach Skenes Creek
Dreamery Superb Ocean Views Leisurely Stroll Beach
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The Dreamery Superb Ocean Views a Leisurely Stroll to the Beach

About the area

Skenes Creek

This holiday home is located in Skenes Creek. 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 Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive
  • Marriners Lookout - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 6 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 6 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 6 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dreamery - Superb ocean views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dreamery - Superb ocean views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dreamery - Superb ocean views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dreamery - Superb ocean views located?

Situated in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Old Cable Station Museum and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Marcus C.

not the best we've stayed at
the location is great , access to beach great , very good dog friendly setup and secure ........BUT ..... Not enough fire wood and it was wet The oven door does not close or seal properly The milk left in fridge was weeks out of date The carparking area is very wet and slippery [ needs gravel or roadbase ] The guitar was in very poor condition ...yes im a guitarist ,wasn't expecting much but disappointing .....why even advertise it , The record player was non - existent ....yes we took records to play , again why advertise it if its not there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice off-season stay
This spacious property is in a lovely location and does have nice views (albeit over neighbouring house roofs and gardens). All of the amenities/appliances/plumbing fixtures are very nice, but the house itself could use just a touch of TLC to deep clean the high corners, freshen the paint, etc. (nothing that would keep me from staying again). Liked being in Skenes Creek for quieter locale.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second stay at The Dreamery was as wonderfully relaxing as the first.
Booking a getaway with Stayz is easy and every property we’ve visited has been exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pet friendly home
Gorgeous views, amazing fireplace, the beach on your doorstop and cafes a hop, skip and jump away in Apollo Bay. Peaceful and relaxing stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a relaxing holiday. Loved the view and the big open fire.
Great value. We only had the 2 of us there but it is certainly big enough for a big family with a perfect seperate area for kids to hang out and watch movies. Nice short walk to a perfect beach too. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Alissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view but not everything it promises
We had a nice 2 night stay at this property. There was some sort of electrical limiting to the house though so we could not have the
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, awesome views
great spot for a quiet family holiday

10/10 Excellent

Belinda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Fabulous view! We enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a place!
The house is placed wonderfully near the beach where the sound of the waves crashing in the distance can lul you to sleep at night. Beautiful, clean home with everything you need. Will be back again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the Dreamery
The property was great. I took our two dogs and they had a great time. Plenty of backyard for them to run and is enclosed so you are able to leave them when required. Only a block to the beach and a great view! I would return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020