Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park | Cottage in Skenes Creek North

9.4 (8 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Skenes Creek North Cottage | Rainforest retreat 7 minutes from the beach and next to CapeOtway National Park

3 Bedroom Cottage in Skenes Creek North

Rainforest property - 20,000 square metres of mountain ash and tree ferns - new floors, electricity throughout the shack. Cloud forest garden with rare plants from around the world. Minimum stay 3 nights. Pls note that there is no internet reception inside the house (but two bars reception up the driveway) and no BBQ or oven (but there are four gas cooktops and a griller and a microwave in the kitchen). There is no TV or DVD player. Guests will need to bring their own bedding, linen and towels.
Unique pristine cool climate mountain ash and tree fern property 300 m above the sea level but only 7 minutes drive down to Skenes Creek.
Can encounter koalas, birds, wallabies etc.
4 hectares property with easy access from the Apollo Bay back road via a well- maintained access road and drive way.
Enjoy visiting waterfalls, tree too walks, beaches and so much more and then being able to return to your private retreat with a fire place in a pristine, shady rainforest environment.
5 minutes walk from the property brings you to a spectacular lookout with views down the hills, over the coast and all the way to Apollo Bay.
Parking available on the property. Two bedrooms (with a third one that can be made available upon request but pls note that some personal belongings are stored underneath the bunk beds). Old school but cosy and comfortable. BYO bedding and towels. No internet or TV (but internet reception on top of the driveway).
Cool climate, wet environment so please beware of slipping hazards and bring warm and rain proof clothes and shoes. Kids are welcome. No pets.
Little veranda at the entrance and outside master bedroom.
Stars on a clear night will blow you away.
Great for nature lovers, bird watchers, meditation etc.
As we have no council service at the area, we ask that our guests please kindly take their rubbish with them.
There is no oven but there is a microwave. Please ensure that the dust filter is clean and the water container (top LH) is empty before and after use of the dryer. Pls kindly turn all heaters off before leaving. No parties or events allowed

This 3 Bedrooms Cottage provides accommodation with Air Conditioner, Sports/Activities, Kitchen, for your convenience. This Cottage features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Cottage has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Skenes Creek North. Enjoy your stay in Skenes Creek North at this Cottage.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
General
  • French
  • German
  • English
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Children's games
Outdoors
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Nalini B.
Apr 23, 2025 06:22:16 PM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Lovely quiet spot in the rainforest, easy to access, well equipped, well located to explore waterfalls and beach.
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