Title: The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach 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 # The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach Family-friendly holiday home in Apollo Bay ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134348/e817b7df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134348/1d542c14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134348/7ec67928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134348/d0b486c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134348/c70f2f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Apollo Bay, a thriving seaside town, is home to this brand new holiday retreat where the beach is just at the end of the road. Enjoy BBQs & mountain views in a fully fenced back garden with games room for older kids and modern furnishings that set a relaxed vibe. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach Feel like a holiday in a brand new home where the beach is just at the end of the road. Everything in this home is set to go for a perfect summer break. Fully fenced back garden to keep the little ones safe and the garage is a games room to keep the older one occupied away from the TV. Perfect for a BBQ & entertaining whilst admiring the mountain views, & listening to the ocean waves roll in. This property has it all for a ladies' weekend away or get away with the family by the sea. The space is modern, clean & new with a relaxed vibe & careful furnishings it is easy to leave your worries at the door & come & explore. Guests have access to the entire property for the duration of their visit. There is a locked cupboard that contains the owner's items. Lisa is available for guests as you may require throughout your stay. Enjoy this beautiful, thriving seaside town! You have an extensive range of cafes and restaurants in town along with an array of boutiques, gift shops as well as the rainforest! Apollo Bay has lots to offer! Enjoy Tastes of the Region at our local Brewhouse, savour finely roasted coffee in the industrial-chic café Hello Coffee or indulge in a delightful treat at our famous bakery. Rest and relaxation is made easy with everything just at your fingertips. You can soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the regular festivals and events hosted by Apollo Bay or head off the beaten track on one of the varied walks on the beach or in It is very easy to navigate around the Apollo Bay region by car and plentiful parking in town. The Apollo Bay to Colac bus departs every Wednesday and daily return service from Apollo Bay to Melbourne via Geelong (bus to Geelong followed by Vline train to Southern Cross Station in Melbourne). The Vline bus from Geelong to Apollo Bay includes a stop at Skene's Creek. Marengo is about a 25-minute walk or short taxi ride from the centre of town. The Apollo Bay Taxi is also available on 0400 229 222. Please - no smoking inside. If you smoke outside, kindly dispose of cigarette butts thoughtfully. Please keep noise to an appropriate level. Noise should be kept to a minimum after 10pm. No parties or events No Pets Allowed Loss of Keys If any key, lock, security device or other goods belonging to a rental property is lost or damaged, payment to repair/replace the item is the responsibility of the guest. If a key is misplaced or we need to attend to assist you with locking yourself out of the property a $66 fee will occur. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fully-fenced - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134408/397463bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Landcastle - Family Friendly Home Apollo Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=71134408&PinnedHotelID=71134408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134400/71134387/ea27fe0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 150 Steps · To the Beach FREE WI-FI Apollo Bay - 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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. ### Property is also known as 77512 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.743896,143.66481&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:fhmkFapzkZ%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FO%40U%40Q%3FU%40UBQ%40U%40QBUBOBS%40SBSDQBUDQBQDQDQDUDQDQFQDOFQDQFSFQHMFQFOFQHOHMFSHMHOHOHMJOHKJMHOJKJOJKJKJOJKJKJKLIJKLKLIJILILILGLKJENILGLILENILELENELENELENCNELANELCNANCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40LBNDN%40LDNBNDLDLDNDLDNDLHLDLHNFLHLDLHJHLHLHLHLHJJJJLHJJJJLJHNJJJJJNJJHNJLHJJNHLHNHNHLHRFLHNFPFNHPFLFPFRDPFPFNDPDPDPFPBTDPDPBPDTBPBRBRBR%40NBT%40PBT%40P%40T%40T%3FP%40T%40N%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FTAPAT%3FNATATAPCTAPCTAPCPCTCPCPETCPEPEPCTGPEPEPEPGNGPEPGPGRGLIPGNGPINGLIRILINILINKNIJKLINKJKNKJKJINMJKJKJMFKLKJMFMJMHMHKJMFMDMHOFMHMDMHOBMFODMDMDODO%40MDOBODMBO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOCOAMCOEMCOEOAMEOEMEOEMGMCOIMEMIMGOIKEMKMGMIMIKKMGMKKMMGKKKKKKKOKKKKKOKKIOKMIKKOIOIMIOIMGSIMIOGQGOGQIMGSGQEQGQEOGQEQEQEUEQEQCQEQCUEQCQAUCQCQCUAQAUCQAU%3FUAOAU%3FQAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pZs1yNwHW4MVm4OxZePhy-BJKtw=) Apollo Bay, VIC #### What's nearby - Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Apollo Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - Marriners Lookout - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Apollo Bay Harbour - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪George's Food Court - ‬16 min walk - ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬17 min walk - ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬16 min walk - ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach located? > This family-friendly Apollo Bay holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront. Apollo Bay Bowls Club and Old Cable Station Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Summer House ~ 2 blocks to Beach Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne C. 11 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely short stay Well set up for a family holiday with teenage children. Layout and facilities were great! ##### Anne C. 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