Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Colac Otway Shire

I recently stayed at a stunning hillside Airbnb, and it was nothing short of magical. Nestled on a quiet, private hill, the property offered the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. The views from the house were absolutely breathtaking—lush greenery surrounded the area, and every morning I was greeted with the sound of birds chirping and the peaceful sight of the sun rising over the hills. The home itself was beautifully designed, blending rustic charm with modern amenities. It felt cozy yet spacious, with large windows that allowed natural light to pour in and provide panoramic views of the landscape. I loved the outdoor space, which included a private deck perfect for sipping coffee while watching the sunset. What truly set this Airbnb apart, though, was the sense of tranquility. The only sounds were the breeze and nature, offering the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The host was incredibly welcoming and thoughtful, ensuring everything was in place

If you're looking for a tranquil escape, Coral Fern Retreat is it! The home is immaculately presented, and Barbara and Greg couldn't have been better hosts – their detailed instructions were so helpful. I can't recommend it enough and am already looking forward to my next visit!

This is the second time we have stayed at Pauline’s place and it was just as we remembered. Super clean, and everything you need for a home away from home, including books and toys for the kids. 10/10

We had such a great stay at John’s place in Birregurra. The old school house has so much charm—neat, cozy, and just felt really welcoming from the moment we arrived. It was perfect for our group of two couples, with plenty of space to relax and unwind. We especially loved spending time in the big front and backyards, soaking up the peaceful country vibe. There’s also a lot to see and do around the area, which made for a fun little getaway. John was a fantastic host—super friendly and helpful, and made everything really easy. We’d definitely come back!

The check in process was simple and straightforward with clear instructions. Belinda gave us a quick welcome gift which made us feel like home. The house was squeaky clean, very spacious and lot of rooms. The kids love the double decker bed. The kitchen appliances were well equipped and like in brand new condition. The only thing that can be improved was the water pressure in the shower room. Unfortunately the fireplace was out of service otherwise this would be the perfect stay for our Melbourne family trip.

A last minute request met with warm hospitality. The cottage was warm, ambient, with classical music playing in the background and a heated bed with the electric blanket. Whilst it rained the whole time, my little dog and I enjoyed the peaceful retreat and braved the rain for a walk to the near by shops. The location is perfect with everything at your door steps. Tony and Graeme are fantastic hosts. The fresh fruit bowl was generous and the abundant books, games, DVDS were enough to want to stay in and chill. Very lucky to have found this home away from home.

Stayed here for a girls GOW hiking weekend. Such a cosy cottage with beautiful outlook and warm wood fire - perfect place to come back to after a day of hiking. The little rainforest walks around the property were magical too. We didn’t want to leave..

We had such a relaxing stay! Four tired mums and the weekend away here was just what we all needed!

Wonderful place, perfect for a weekend getaway. Amazing location, close to the beach and town. Place had everything we needed, was cosy and comfortable in wet and cold weather. Bernadette’s instructions were perfect and timely, check in and out was a breeze. Highly recommend.

The Couples Beachfront Retreat at Apollo Bay offered a comfortable and modern apartment ideally situated for the town centre and beach. The accommodation is very modern, well-presented and clean, with excellent amenities, and provided everything needed for a comfortable stay. Ingrid and Peter kept us well informed prior to our arrival. My wife and I were very satisfied with our experience there.

Extremely comfortable apartment behind the owner’s home. All facilities provided. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly and have gone the extra mile to ensure guests feel welcome and at home. Lovely patio to sit on for an evening meal or a drink. Very good value.

This accommodating part of Seafarers Getaway Resort. Check in was 3 pm on the dot. Accommodation was clean, has a small kitchen to cook should you wish and nice views of the beach. We were in apartment 9 out of 12 in the block. The apartments are side by side but private. The patio is side by side however separated by a wall. About 5 to 6 minutes drive to Apollo Bay town with plenty of food options.

Beautiful tranquil homely and extremely clean. Would definitely recommend for couples get away Even though it sleeps 4 it would be a little too cosy, for 4 adults. It was perfect for us.

Our stay at apollo blue was very relaxing, the apartment was very comfortable and we felt right at home with everything we needed for a short break away The location with the views from the living areas across Apollo bay were just perfect

great place, awesome view definitely will stay again if visit Apollo Bay. thanks

This place has everything you could need in a place to stay and some very thoughtful little extras. Melissa is a delightful host and had the place warming up before our arrival (We are from QLD and travelling with our 7 month old, so we really appreciated this!) We are travelling the Great Ocean Road and found this place to be the perfect stay over to explore the town and also do some washing and resetting. Would definitely recommend.