House in Skenes Creek, VIC

Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront

Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront

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Main deck view of Skenes Beach.
Magnificent views of the Great Ocean Rd and Skenes Beach.
Thalasa Cottage - home to many happy beach holiday memories.
Open plan living area with a spectacular ocean view.
Massive 80m2 deck with recliners, outdoor dining, BBQ and relaxing lounge area.

Overview of Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view

Check out the area

Skenes Creek, VIC
  • 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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront

Fabulous ocean views.

Charming early 60's retro beach cottage lovingly restored with polished timber floors, open fire, wall panel heaters in all bedrooms and complimentary high speed NBN internet. Massive 80m2 deck overlooking the beach.

Two minute walk to Skenes Beach (swimming, surfing, fishing) plus plenty of nearby beach and bush walks on your doorstep.

Five minute scenic, coastal drive to Apollo Bay township (5kms away).

2 NIGHT MINIMUM (sorry, no 1 night enquiries, thanks).

Massive timber deck, with 5 burner gas BBQ, drinks fridge, outdoor dining & deck chairs. Enjoy meals outdoors with some of the best beach views along the Great Ocean Road. Hand feed Cockatoos, Rosellas and King Parrots at the same time.

Well-equipped kitchen with gas stove, new large fridge, dishwasher and microwave

Bathroom/laundry with dual hand basins, shower (above bath), bath, washing machine and tumble dryer

2 LCD TV's (lounge room and bedroom 2 - ideal for kids) each with DVD player. 150 popular and recent DVD movies for all age groups. Excellent digital TV reception.

Stereo system, 5 disc CD player and many music CD's

Well equipped desk with free Internet NBN, 50Mbps fast connection. Includes free WI-FI connection (reasonable usage applies)

Covered doonas and Tontine pillows are provided. Guests BYO sheets, pillowcases and towels. An optional linen service can be provided at a small additional cost.

Heaps of popular board games, jigsaws, cards and books to read .

No air conditioning or fans, all windows open to enjoy Nature's fresh sea breezes instead!!

Sorry, NO Schoolies

5 per cent discount applies to all off-peak repeat clients and all off-peak 7+ night bookings.

Thalasa Cottage has many clients who stay regularly and treasure the property as their own beach house.

Family Friendly and Pet Friendly

Sleeps up to 7 people in 3 Bedrooms
(Bed 1) 1 x Queen size ; (Bed 2) 1 x Queen size + 1 x single bed; (Bed 3*) 2 x single beds.

*Note, 3rd bedroom is not a separate private room, but a smaller sun room area with 2 single beds, which also provides walk-thru access to bedroom 2 and bathroom/laundry/toilet.

Indoors: Extensive selection of DVD's, videos, books, games and puzzles.

Facilities

Shower over Bath, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, CD Player, DVD, Gas stove, Internet access, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Log fires, Stereo, Local Telephone, Television, Off street parking, VCR, Videos/DVDs Supplied

Family Friendly

Games/videos for children under 5 available, Games/videos for children between 5 and 12 available, Games/videos for children over 12 available, Fenced/safe outdoor play area

Pet Friendly

Small-medium sized dogs are permitted, Pets are permitted inside, Secure, fully fenced running area.

Whilst we are happy to allow family pets inside the cottage, we do have a strict policy of no pets on couches, chairs or beds due to hygiene and allergy concerns for future guests.

Please note the property is not fenced but the deck is a fully enclosed 80m2 area.

The massive deck with gates at each end, looks directly out to sea - your 4-legged friend(s) will love 'patrolling' the deck!

Locality and Local Activities

Unbeatable location and views. Located only 100 meters from Skenes Creek beach with a magnificent, uninterrupted ocean view.

There are many enjoyable walks including walking into Apollo Bay township along the beach (5kms) or going inland on numerous bush walks.

Less than 5 minutes walk to the beach

You can easily walk all the (gravel/unmade) streets and country lanes around Skenes Creek, there is rarely any traffic

4WD tour operators located nearby

Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby
Bushwalking maps provided,
Located near a National Park

Fishing spots available nearby, boat parking available onsite

Golf course located nearby

Property manager

Steve Hitchings
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Sea view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the area

Skenes Creek

Located in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is on 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 Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 8 min walk
  • Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • George's Takeaway - 6 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 5 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 7 min drive
  • Cafe 153 - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront 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. Old Cable Station Museum and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linden R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway.
Relaxing and peaceful place. Great for unwinding and just chilling. Description of property was exactly what we experienced. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful
Our family, including our dogs had the most wonderful few days at Thalasa cottage! Spotlessly clean, fitted out with everything you could possibly need. Breath taking views! The cottage is so charming. We want to come back. Hosts were a delight to communicate with! Many thanks !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Amazing location only a stones throw away from the beach and a 5 minute drive to Apollo Bay main street. Communication was spectacular. House very lovely! We loved waking up to the sunrise outside the main living area window, so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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