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Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay

Recharge amidst nature's splendor with the soothing sounds of wildlife all around you.

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Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat, surrounded by rolling hills and serene lake. Meet friendly fallow deer, goats, sheep and a kaleidoscope of birds in this idyllic hideaway. Only 7 minutes from Apollo Bay’s beaches and charming shops.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Apollo Bay, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Cable Station Museum and Apollo Bay Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Apollo Bay travel guide
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Apollo Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    12 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Old Cable Station Museum
    9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    13 min drive - 5.4 miles

Restaurants

  • George's Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Hotel
    8 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Brewhouse
    9 min drive
  • Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar
    8 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe
    8 min drive

About this property

Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay

Family-friendly guest house by the sea
Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this guest house. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Outdoor furniture, barbecues and games
  • Water sports equipment and books
Room features
All guest rooms at Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay have comforts, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Recycling, composting and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Decks/patios, separate dining areas and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Note from host: No Smoking inside

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

All children must be supervised at all times. Particularly near lake. Gate can be closed between accommodation and lake if needed.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Farm animals in fenced areas and lake on property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No Smoking inside

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 Registration Number 9174770

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Valley Nature Retreat Apollo
Valley View Nature Retreat Apollo Bay
Valley View Nature Retreat Private vacation home
Valley View Nature Retreat Private vacation home Apollo Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay located?

This family-friendly Apollo Bay guesthouse is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Wild Dog Bushland Reserve and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve. Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Escape to Valley View Nature Retreat – A Hidden Sanctuary in Apollo Bay Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. The bird watching was great, the peace and quiet lovely. The hosts welcoming and friendly. Would love to return sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our family weekend away.Wonderful hosts and a picture perfect setting to disconnect and unwind. Accommodation was spotless and everything we needed to spend time as a family - enjoyed the games cupboard while we waited for the rain to pass.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy L.

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

Trip away

Fantastic getaway, the property is even better than expected. Rachel and Tim are fantastic, friendly and very welcoming. Will be coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

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

So many animals right at your doorstep.

There was so much wildlife right outside! From birds, to deer and a bowerbird nesting outside the bedroom window. The hosts were very welcoming and let our kids feed their horses and dogs. Our Son fell in love with one of their little dogs and still remembers her now. We loved our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy H.

Liked: Check-in, location

Valley view stay

We loved the location, the steep treed hills and the lake - an excellent base to travel around the Otways. More generous tea/ coffee supplies were needed. Also there was no pre-warning about lack of free-to-air TV and only a few board games. In this situation, a radio would also be a useful addition to amenities. Suggest a warning system/ tooting? on the steep narrow, driveway shared between other guests & host family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very picturesque valley, and cosy, clean, tidy cottage with birds and deer right outside
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely farm stay

My kids loved the animals, birds and farm dogs- idyllic setting. Family very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay. Rachel, Tim, and their daughter were all very friendly and helpful. Our daughter loved the deer, horses and Elle the dog. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON O.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful very relaxing the wild life was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna F.

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

Valley Retreat

Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ned M.

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

Magical Spot on Wild Dog

Many thanks to Rachel and Tim for a fantastic time. This place is awesome- beautiful swimming lake, birds that visit you throughout the day, deer and lots more. Literally 10 minute drive from Apollo Bay. We will definitely stay afsin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location

It's a bit steep

What they don't tell you until after you have booked us how steep the road is to their property. If you've got a 4WD you will be fine but for our little 4 cylinder car it was impossible without driving like a rally car. . We booked for 4 nights and stayed only one because of the stress of getting up the hill.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerome H.

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

Beautiful location

The property is nested between green hills, very charming. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The kids loved the deers and the rosales. 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep C.

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

Beautiful scenic very quiet location.

Enjoyed the whole time at the Valley view nature retreat. Ideal place to spend the holiday away from a busy lifestyle. Great hosts, very friendly and accommodating. Enjoyed sitting out near the fireplace watching the moonlight filled skies. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh S.

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

Farm stay at its best

Property was a great getaway to country lifestyle surrounded by beautiful nature. Hosts were very friendly and puppies were adorable. My kids loved the time spent playing with Nash, Tinkerbell and ofcourse Elley. It was bit tricky to get to the place but once you were there it is a luvly in every way. Defineltly will come back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022