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Top of the Otways the Country Cottage

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Top of the Otways the Country Cottage

Located high in the mountains, on the Traditional lands of the Gadubanud People of the Eastern Maar Nation, in the middle of the Otway National Park - the hinterland of the Great Ocean Road - between the holiday towns of Forrest and Apollo Bay. "Top of the Otways" is a farm stay hosting 2 separate fully self-contained, family and pet friendly accommodations. The perfect place to relax and unwind or to base yourself while exploring the Otways and the Great Ocean Road.

The "Country Cottage" is a comfortable cabin for your family. There is a master bedroom and a kids bedroom with a queen/single bunk bed. The living area includes a dining area and living area with wood fire, TV and a Wii. The open kitchen is fully stocked with all the utensils you need to create meals during your stay. Full sized fridge and freezer, microwave and gas oven etc. There is also a covered balcony with BBQ facilities overlooking our farm and the Otway National Park. Of course, your four-legged family members are welcome as well. There is a fully fenced off and secure area for your pet adjacent to the cottage. Your furry family members are also welcome to stay with you inside.

Set on 32 acres we have sheep, seasonal lambs, goats, chickens as well as pets and plenty of wildlife particularly birds. There are also several nature trails down to our beautiful creek down in the valley.

We are also working on a function space for small gatherings, music and arts.

We acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live. We pay our respect to Elders, past, present and emerging.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Vrbo Property
Top Of The Otways The Country
Top of the Otways the Country Cottage Barramunga
Top of the Otways the Country Cottage Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Barramunga, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kennet River Koala Walk - 23 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 23 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 25 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • The Redwoods Otways - 36 min drive - 18.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Dar Teta - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Forrest General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Platypi Chocolate - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dar Tèta - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Forrest Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top of the Otways the Country Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Top of the Otways the Country Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top of the Otways the Country Cottage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Top of the Otways the Country Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps from Great Otway National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Forrest Brewing Company and Kennet River Koala Walk. Wongarra Bushland Reserve and Porcupine Creek Reference Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Top of the Otways the Country Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russ D.

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

Top of the Otways

Really lovely property and central to all there is to do in the Otways. Great hosts and recommend the property highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Amazing Place

Great accommodation, great area
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA C.

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

A Perfect Break

With the delightful hosts, the delightful cottage and wonderful surrounds of The Otways, we couldn’t fault this property. Even my dog was well catered for with the securely fenced grass and garden.Will certainly recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim s.

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

R&R

Quite,restful,clean and cosy getaway just what we needed 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shahanaz A.

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

Mrs

Location was close to all beautiful beaches
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priyanthi P.

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

Amazing place.

We stayed at Top of the Otways with our 2 dogs. We loved the stay, it is way spacious than what we saw in photos. Very clean,lovely place surrounded bbynature. ..Well.doggies didnt want to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Escape to the Otways

Great hosts, peaceful location, clean and cosy accommodation. Wonderful flora and fauna
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee C.

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

Weekend away in the top of the otways

Very beautiful, peaceful cottage to stay at. Lovely service from the property managers and very accomodating. The doggies had a wonderful time too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosslyn W.

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

Top of Otways Cottage

It had everything we were looking for. A quiet get away and beautiful views. Dog friendly. Easy reach of the towns of Apollo Bay and Forrest for dog friendly walks with our tenterfield terrior. Great place to rest up.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Amazing stay amongst the best the airways has to offer!

The property had everything we were looking for, peaceful tranquil environment with amazing views of the national park, and so close to all the best that the Otways has to offer. Hosts Max and Katie made us feel welcome as soon as we arrived and couldn’t ask for better hosts as nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend for those looking for all of the above and we will definitely stay again. Thanks Max and Katie for tha amazing stay😃👍
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Top place

Very good only one suggestion,fly screens on windows would be good so you can open windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mick R.

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

Perfect Getaway

Beautiful abode to stay in with stunning surrounds. The host was a pleasure to deal with. Would highly recommend checking it out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Brilliant, Beautiful and Home away from home

A very special spot. Alex was a wonderful host. Fire was going when we arrived and cabin is set up with everything you can possibly want. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Home among the gumtrees

Hosts were amazing! The house was very comfy and had everything we could possibly need. The logfire was great on those cold nights and there was so much to see, we couldn't fit everything in. We had such a great stay and would recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry L.

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

Top of the Otways

Relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Satminder S.

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

A beautiful cottage stay surrounded by beautiful forests

Max and Katie are absolutely amazing. Thank you so much for your hospitality, for the beautiful cottage stay, and everything else, including an enclosed space for our doggo. We enjoyed the fireplace, our dog had never seen goats before, so this fascinated him tremendously just looking out and watching them go about their day. Beautiful stay. Wonderful location. Only half an hour from Apollo Bay. Nice and intimate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

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

Comfortable and quiet

Perfect for a little getaway. Only 25 mins to Apollo Bay and 15 mins to Forrest. Cottage is wonderful. Comfortable and well equipped. Hosts were great and we loved the location overlooking the valley and being able to feed the goats.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

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

Hospitality was second to none!

The reviews are on point! Awesome views, great setting, very cosy, were made to feel so welcome by the host's and would come back in a heartbeat! Thank you Max, you're a Legend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Cosy Otway hideaway

Our host was friendly, warm, happy to help and answer questions, while also giving us space to enjoy the beautiful property. When we arrived the fire was lit & we felt very much at home. Our children especially enjoyed the hands on experience feeding the goats, and seeing the sheep & chickens each day. A very cosy, beautiful, inviting Otway hideaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Exactly what we needed!

The views and animals were perfect to help us relax and forget about our stresses. The accommodations were more than enough, especially the fire place! Max and Katie were so friendly, easy to deal with, and very helpful. All in all, a perfect getaway!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

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

Incredible mountaintop views

Beautiful, self-sufficient farm with funny goats and chickens milling about. Felt very cozy and comfortable and the hike down to the secluded creek was worth the effort!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

SUSAN M.

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

Rainforest /farm in one package

Cosy,comfy cottage in a lovely setting. Gorgeous view of the rainforest with sounds to match, or, occasionally a heavenly morning and evening silence.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh B.

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

Amazing communication

The power went out and straight away they set up a generator so we had hot water and gas. They were super responsive to any questions and consistently kept us in the loop. We will absolutely become a regular.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mani H.

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

Majestic & cosy setting in the tree tops

Restful, peaceful, catered well for our little dog (a reason for staying there). Log burner highlight of our stay. Host Max obliging couldn’t do enough for us. Thanks very much Max.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel T.

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

Wonderful cottage

What a wonderful cottage in a beautiful setting, perfect for a weekend getaway or longer. There was a fully enclosed yard for our dog to wander around in and a fantastic fire place that warmed to whole cottage. Not to mention a fully stocked kitchen with tea, coffee, spices and even vegemite. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023