Title: Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem Holiday home in Apollo Bay with balcony ![TV, smart speakers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73771200/73771167/86c61c33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73771200/73771167/445b3895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73771200/73771167/05d1e8f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73771200/73771167/3b01f955.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73780000/73771200/73771167/d594c071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the coastal charm of Shell Shack, a family and pet-friendly beach house in Apollo Bay. This recently refurbished home boasts an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area with free WiFi, a smart TV, and Google Home to make your stay effortless. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem Welcome to Shell Shack. Welcome to this gorgeous family and pet friendly coastal Shell Shack! Upon walking in the front door, you will instantly feel relaxed and calm with the fresh beach like feel of the home. The home has been recently refurbished and has an open plan kitchen/dining and living area and is equipped with free wi-fi, a smart TV and Google Home to make your life a breeze! A classic 3 bedroom beach house set on a large grassy block in Apollo Bay as is suited to a family or 2 small families. The master bedroom has a queen sized bed, the second bedroom also has a queen sized bed and the third bedroom has 2 x bunks (Sleeps 4). It has One Bathroom/Laundry and a separate toilet. The house is walking distance (600mt) to the Apollo Bay Main beach and a short walk into town (or for those less energetic a 2 minute drive) which boasts cafes/ restaurants, and playgrounds. It is also close by to the community indoor pool. The front patio is ideal to sit on the outdoor setting and watch the sun set behind the rolling green hills that overlook Apollo Bay. The back patio that has BBQ facilities and a couple of Cape Cod Chairs which is ideal to sit on and watch the kids and/or furry family members in the large fully fenced backyard. (Small kennel provided) Linen not provided (Hire available) - Please note this property is suitable for 4 Adults & 4 Children - Bunk beds are not suitable for adults. Pet friendly - outside only - Fenced Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc) Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Smart speaker - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fully-fenced ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34350000/34345600/34345555/f61b4d36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Uringa at Skenes Creek Skenes Creek - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 202 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=34345555&PinnedHotelID=34345555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148900/32148843/272388bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Loft - Central & Private Apollo Bay - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 7.0 Good 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=32148843&PinnedHotelID=32148843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108300000/108299200/108299157/027f5952.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 11A Seaview. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 46\_795 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.75112%2C143.66283&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P_O8xuzYee44StLWkLWL7rGdyvQ=) Apollo Bay, VIC #### What's nearby - Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Apollo Bay Golf Club - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Apollo Bay Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile - Marriners Lookout - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles #### Restaurants - ‪George's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk - ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬12 min walk - ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬18 min walk - ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬14 min walk - ‪Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shell Shack - A Coastal Gem located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Great Ocean Road Waterfront, Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Apollo Bay Bowls Club. Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Community Market are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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