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Uringa at Skenes Creek

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Outdoor dining
On the beach
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
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Wake up to the soothing sounds of waves at this casual classic beach house, where Skene's Creek Beach is just 200m away. Unwind on the big balcony with a stunning sea view, enjoy bush walking in Otway National Park or simply relax with family and pets amidst Eucalypt trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

Uringa at Skenes Creek

BIG BALCONY AND STUNNING SEA VIEW, 3 BEDROOMS, PET FRIENDLY

Set amongst the Eucalypt trees and overlooking Skene’s Creek Beach, with Kookaburras, Lorikeets and King Parrots as your daily guests, this casual classic beach house is set to impress.

Located 200m from the beach, with only a short 5 minute drive to Apollo Bay, cinema, cafés and restaurants, all with the beach virtually at your door step. Wake up to see the ocean and hear the waves!

A very relaxing and healthy get-away with plenty of things to do, including walking along the beach into Apollo Bay if you're feeling energetic, exploring of the Great Ocean Road, feeding the birds by hand on the deck, bush walking in the nearby Otway National Park, or swimming, surfing and fishing at the Skenes Creek beach or Apollo Bay beach/breakwater. Skenes Creek is also fabulous for children - toddler age can safely frolic in the safety of the shallow waters of the creek which flows into the ocean and teenagers will love the surfing.

Please note although dog friendly, the fencing around property is NOT secure.

The house sleeps 7, is air-conditioned, has a fireplace and TV including Google Chromecast for all your streaming needs.
2 showers - no bath at property.

NO LINEN provided (doonas and pillows are provided but guests will need to provide their own doona covers, sheets, pillow case covers, bath mats, bath/beach towels and hand towels)

Bedding Configuration:
Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen
Bedroom 2: 1 x Double
Bedroom 3: 1 x Single Bunk with trundle (3 x singles)

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Strictly no bookings for 'schoolies events' or parties

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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
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

Uringa in Skenes Creek
Uringa at Skenes Creek Skenes Creek
204106
Uringa at Skenes Creek Private vacation home
Uringa at Skenes Creek Private vacation home Skenes Creek

About the area

Map
Skenes Creek, VIC

What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 7 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 111 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Uringa at Skenes Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Uringa at Skenes Creek?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Uringa at Skenes Creek?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Uringa at Skenes Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Uringa at Skenes Creek located?

Nestled on the beach, this Skenes Creek holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Uringa at Skenes Creek Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 202 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ani M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous winter weekend away

Cosy warm fire, gorgeous view, everything we needed for a winter weekend at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

The home was so lovely,beautiful view of the ocean and the waves. Everything we needed was there and more. We will definitely stay again. Thanks Amanda for a lovely trip away in your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in challenging weather!

Wow, did we give the fireplace a workout!3 days of the worst weather we’ve experienced in some time, but what a cosy place to be.Really well appointed place with the right things in the right places.We enjoyed our time and can recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great ocean access and views

Visited multiple times so obviously love it. Very comfortable and great position in Skenes Creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend trip

Good location at skenes creek, very easy to find and check in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chaminda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Fire place is a great in the cold weather and birds and cockatoos on the deck is a amazing to watch from inside
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliano D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

Perfect weekend away with the family!! Beach just across the road, beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday.

A lovely place to stay with our family including our 2 dogs. Very comfortable older house with stunning views from the living space, and a fantastic fire for when it gets a bit chilly. Everyone had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ian & Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property accurately described.

Second visit. Very comfortable and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Another fabulous stay at Uringa. We will keep coming back. The house is cosy and we love the birds. Thanks for having us Amanda :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic comfortable homely location

This was a wonderful little oasis to celebrate my 50th birthday with my family. Location is amazing! Views from the deck, living area and main bedroom are fabulous. Was very happy to find a spot so close to the beach that was dog friendly. Comfortable couches and a well equipped kitche . Would love to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

clare A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and fun, great views

No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sensational views

Great quiet place to relax in front of the sea views. Family and pets all enjoyed our stay. Thankyou Amanda
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mia-Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

House was literally 100 metres from the beach and balcony had gorgeous view. Had everything we needed for a great stay! A classic beach shack type stay. Apollo bay was a short drive away to morning coffees and heaps to do in the area. We were there for a very hot weekend and the air con was a treat! We also had our dog stay which was really appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable old-school holiday house

Loved the deck, the comfy armchairs and big dining table. Short walk to spectacular beach. Could hear the ocean while I was in bed. I haven’t slept so well in ages!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views!

Beautiful place to stay. Can take your doggo! Views are amazing! Full kitchen (incl. dishwasher) and large dining/living/deck (with 2 outdoor tables), 2 small bathroom areas (that's all you need), queen bed was very comfortable. And, if you love native birds it doesn't disappoint!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing weekend

Beautiful view of the ocean , lovely cosy little property had everything you need and our pets also loved it very much . Thank you 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ian & Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Uringa

We have returned to this property multiple times over the years because we find it very comfortable and well appointed and in a lovely quiet area overlooking the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s about that view!!

A cosy cabin with an amazing view. We felt immediately at home in this older style home. Beautiful open living area with kitchen, lounge, (loved the recliners and wood fire) dining … and did I mention the view?? Picture windows looking out over skenes creek and the ocean. Let the waves lull you to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Cinzia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

1970s Revisited: Daggy Family Holiday House

It brought me back to my childhood. Daggy Holiday House; set up with all the stuff from home that Mum didn't throw out. Disappointed with the condition of the Ensuite (even the mould on the shower screen was 'Circa 1970's). Peeling wallpaper in second bedroom. Kids would love the dead insect collection we found behind the beds. Sorry, but we expected to find more than a jumbo size jar of Vegemite and Peanut butter. What about offering a carton of milk? (sml. carton will do). Butter, eggs, a loaf of bread. . . . (produce from any of the vast variety of Local Growers). For the nightly rate we paid - we have even been offered a bottle of wine at other Accomodation. We did not pay for the Sea View alone. You can tell that 'We are not amused' . . . . particularly when I'll be spending the next couple of days washing sheets and towels that we had to provide ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheetal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous winter getaway

The house had a beautiful ocean view and had everything we required . We could also take our 2 fur babies along which made it perfect . It’s very convenient and just a short distance to Apollo bay pier to watch seals or the wonderful beach and shops . Kids wished we could stay longer ! Thank you Amanda !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Janina

This is our second time staying Uringa. Always comfortable, warm and homely. It is a great location with beautiful beach views- the weather was cold but it’s winter and the best time to be at the beach. Doggos loved it as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dani C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend away on Great Ocean Road

Thankyou Amanda for being an amazingly, accomodating host. We needed a little get away right by the water and this did not disappoint. Allowing us to check in earlier, this was the perfect, homely batch, with everything you need! Walking distance to the most beautiful little bay. Kids absolutely loved feeding the local Cockatoos that they brought back their entire family for food lol Highly recommended to all at a great price and location! We will be back xx
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We have stayed at Uringa many times, and it's always a great stay.Fabulous view, quiet area, bird viewing on the deck.We will definitely be back :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beach escape

Uringa has amazing views and everything you need for a relaxed escape in summer or winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025