Cottage vacation rentals in Surf Coast Shire

The cottage is just as advertised. Very clean, very comfortable, very charming. Only stayed one night. Sorry we didn’t plan to stay longer.

We had a beautiful stay: the cottage has everything you need and the fire was ready to light as we arrived. Loved the bird life, the beautiful views and comfy bed.

My partner and I had a very peaceful stay in our cottage, lying next to a woodfire watching the cockatoos gather on the deck as we fed them bird seed. We had fun catching yabbies in the dam and going for walks around the property, too. A lovely staycation for us.

A great choice for families with teenagers - there were enough beds for my kids to each bring a friend and they all made good use of the pool and games room. Their only complaint was about the rather steep walk back to the cottage, which may challenge some. The bedrooms were spacious with comfortable beds and beautiful forest views, and the kitchen well-appointed - if there was any utensil I couldn't find or if a condiment ran out Nicole arranged for it to be delivered immediately. We enjoyed walks around the property, mountain biking, beach days and golf in Lorne and visited Sheoak Falls. A relaxing and fun long weekend.

Perfect place to stay - nice and close to the beach and plenty of space for the whole family. A lovely surprise was plenty of toys :) a delightful stay and we would love to come again

From the moment we arrived at Cedarwood Cottage, we felt completely at home. The cottage is beautifully styled—cozy, quiet, and surrounded by nature. We spent our mornings sipping coffee on the deck, listening to the birds, and our evenings curled up by the fire. Jade and James were the perfect hosts—warm, welcoming, and highly responsive. Their thoughtfulness really made our stay feel special. Cedar Cottage is the perfect base to explore the area—Lorne is just down the road with great cafes and beaches, and the Great Ocean Road drives are absolutely stunning. We also loved hiking in the nearby Otways, exploring waterfalls, and admiring the beautiful scenery in the area. This place is a true gem. We left feeling refreshed, already dreaming of coming back.

This cottage was just what we were looking for! Quiet and tucked away but still extremely close to Bells Beach. We woke up every morning with kangaroos in the pasture outside the cottage. The home was very clean, had wonderful furnishings, and all the elements for a wonderful stay. The hosts were very communicative and check in/out was seamless. I would 100% recommend this place for anyone looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway in Bells!

Such an fantastic place! Marissa was so easy to deal with very proactive clear communication. The house is situated in the most amazing location, a short stroll to the Main Street or stunning beaches of Torquay . Very comfortable well presented house perfect for a family getaway. We were sad to leave, although will definitely be back again.

Wow! This place is amazing. We were a family group of 10. Two families of four and two grandparents. As a group we ranged from highly active to reduced mobility (walker) and it was an ideal environment for us all to explore and reconnect, over and over. There was something for everyone. The swimming pool was brilliant and it was a real treat to be swimming and looking at sheep and horses grazing in the paddock, with rolling hills and bush beyond. The kitchen was great and the dining table fit us all, so we enjoyed dinner around the table together each night after bushwalking the various tracks. We thought three nights would be enough to do everything as the property looked to be reasonably remote, but we were wrong. There is so much to explore in the local towns and within the property. We loved it so much that we are already booking again for next year! Highly recommend if you want space to relax, bushwalk, and reconnect with loved ones. I could say more but I've run out of words!

We visited freshwater creek in Nov. My little tribe of 2 adults and 2 children from the urban city. We anticipated vast spaces, farm animals and fresh air but what the farm gave us was an experience we would not soon forget. We stayed at the Rose cottage. It was very clean. Immaculately clean. There was no signs of age and I think a lot of work went into maintaining the cottage in its good state. We loved walking the goats, feeding the sheep, cows, pigs and horses in their various paddocks, walking in the orchard sampling fruits, walking alongside the ducks and picking fresh eggs. We played in the playground and there was also a sandpit. Our first farm experience was most surreal and therapeutic. Needless to say we are planning to be back again. Thank you Marissa, Farmer Phil and your team for your work on the farm.

This cottage is on a big property with other cottages and the host’s residence - you’d never know it though, it’s extremely private and we didn’t see anyone during our stay (other than the friendly alpacas coming to visit in the mornings 😁). The cottage itself is as you’d imagine it from the photos. The little reading room with big comfy chairs and a lovely view of the valley was a favourite, as was the balcony with the same view. The house is very comfortable, though the shower is tricky and one of the single beds is quite squeaky. Overall we were very happy here and would stay again.

Sherry’s communication was great and she quickly responded to my questions. The house was bright and cosy with some lovely homely touches and the outside seating area under the back verandah was a great place to sit and read a book or have a coffee from her very funky coffee machine. The house was very clean and the kitchen was really well equipped. Would highly recommend this lovely little cottage!

enjoyed our stay at Marissa's place. The house is simple but very tidy. Very centrally located with all the retail therapy you need within walking distance. supermarket is nearby. The house is comfortable Would definitely recommend

Wayne is a great host. The property is within the Barrabool Maze Estate. We had access to the entire estate whilst there and our son had a fantastic time doing the maze a few times. There's also a variety of birds and a playground and lots of other things to see. A great cafe with great service and yummy food. The house itself is filled with beautiful art, knick knacks and very spacious. Clean rooms, has everything you need for a weekend stay and felt very private. Not too far from Geelong or surrounding towns. Recommend if you're ever wanting to stay somewhere not too far from a city but wanting quiet & relaxing surroundings.

I had a fantastic stay! The place was beautiful, clean, cozy, and perfectly located. I really appreciated the personal touches, like the complimentary snacks. I highly recommend it for a comfortable and stress-free stay!

Our group of 5 all equally enjoyed our stay at the Cottage - we found everything was just as described in the listing and the relative seclusion made us feel as if we were on holiday. We'll definitely stay here again.

We spent 6 nights at Phar Lap Tree Cottage and found it to be a relaxing, private , quiet and cosy place to stay. Kevin is a very thoughtful and caring host and welcomed us with chocolate Easter bunnies and a nice bottle of wine. There were also generous breakfast provisions. The queen size bed is probably the most comfortable one we've experienced on our airbnb stays. Looking out over the lovely garden, listening to the birds and watching the sunsets from the verandah was a special highlight. The cottage is in a great position for easy driving access to the Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road. We plan to stay at Phar Lap Tree Cottage again.

Wam bam thank you Pam! We had an absolutely gorgeous stay over the weekend at Cooks Cottage. Pam went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable and relaxing. The property was quiet which made a perfect getaway from the city. Pam also gave us some great recommendations for things to see and do around the area. The location was also easy to get to and from Mt Duneed estate for a concert. Would 100% recommend this place for anyone looking for a quiet weekender. Thanks Pam!!

Our stay was wonderful. Both the accomodation and the location were great and we really enjoyed visiting Lorne. Ashini was very easy to reach and she helped sort out an unexpected issue promptly to ensure we enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend staying here!