Title: The Great Escape - The Name Says it All Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 Great Escape - The Name Says it All Family-friendly holiday home in Marengo ## Photo gallery for The Great Escape - The Name Says it All ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Great Escape - The Name Says it All (Marengo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148373/528962ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player - The Great Escape - The Name Says it All (Marengo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148373/4ea3b2d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Great Escape - The Name Says it All (Marengo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148373/a1297915.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player - The Great Escape - The Name Says it All (Marengo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148373/b770b069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Great Escape - The Name Says it All (Marengo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148373/cfde16d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Great Escape, nestled between Apollo Bay and Marengo. Enjoy the spacious living areas with a massive 3-metre long blackbutt table for gatherings, two kitchens for meal prep and an entertainment wing with poker table, games and Foxtel. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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 Great Escape - The Name Says it All Please Note: The owners have gone to great lenghts to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. Please treat the property/contents with respect. Wow, the name says it all. Nestled on a one acre block, situated between the beautiful townships of Apollo Bay and Marengo this property has it all. Beautifully presented, the owners have extended themselves in ensuring their guests have all the comforts you would expect on your well-earned break. From providing condiments and premium toiletries for guest use and ensuring all the other comforts/necessities are available to ensure a memorable holiday that you will long remember. Just a short 600 metre walk will see you on the Marengo beach where you can indulge your passion for swimming, fishing or just relaxing on the pristine beach. There is also the possibility to fly in/fly out as the property is located within close proximity to the Apollo Bay Airport. The property is presented over 2 levels. The ground floor consists of a large open plan kitchen area with Miele & Ilve appliances, 2 x coffee machines (nespresso pods), reverse cycle air con, massive 3 metre long blackbutt table with seating for 16 people complete with living area with large wall mounted TV, which leads off to a large deck area with BBQ & Seating This level also provides 2 bedrooms (1 x queen & 1 x queen), 2 bathrooms (1 x shower, toilet & vanity & 1 x shower, bath, toilet & vanity), separate laundry with front loader washing machine, dryer, 3rd large fridge with separate freezer & separate utilities room. Want more, the ground floor also provides another wing featuring 2nd kitchen, large living area with 8-seater couch and chaise & additional seating available if required, 65 wall mounted LCD, DVD, free Wifi, Foxtel (premium package), Netfix, games, books, internal wall mounted gas log fire, split-system air conditioning, the list goes on. There is also a professional poker table with 6 chairs, together with a premium poker chip set and Bocci set to test your skill. There is also 2nd bedroom ( 1 x queen) that leads off from the 2nd kitchen area. The 1st level provides the main bedroom with super king bed (large room) with 3rd bathroom (ensuite) with shower, toilet and vanity) with a further 3 bedrooms (1 x 2 tri-bunks, 2 x singles & 1 x queen) With the addition of two outdoor areas and a massive front and rear yard there is plenty of room for all the whole family(s) to enjoy. We would love to welcome you to The Great Escape on your next Holiday in beautiful Apollo Bay. Free Wifi- (Please note that free to air TV is not available, please use streaming services) Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc) See terms and conditions Linen Provided Not pet friendly Please Note: The owners have gone to great lenghts to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. Please treat the property/contents with respect. Firewood is only supplied from May to October. Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV - Video game console ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35500000/35498900/35498877/ef4490ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mawson Hideaway I Pet Friendly I Walk to Shops ANGLESEA - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=35498877&PinnedHotelID=35498877&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148500/32148431/7f286244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mirimar - Superb Ocean Views Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=32148431&PinnedHotelID=32148431&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hot tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627038/ae2e35cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dunes - elegant beach villa with huge swim spa Port Fairy - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 111 reviews £211 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=9627038&PinnedHotelID=9627038&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1930000/1927200/1927122/0090eb33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wyndham Resort Torquay Torquay - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 1,002 reviews £106 includes taxes & fees 1 Feb - 2 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=1927122&PinnedHotelID=1927122&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 Great Escape Name Says IT ALL House Apollo Bay Great Escape Name Says IT ALL House Great Escape Name Says IT ALL Apollo Bay Great Escape Name Says IT ALL THE Great Escape THE Name Says IT ALL THE Great Escape THE Name Says IT ALL LA Gran Escape EL Nombre LO Dice Todo THE GREAT ESCAPE - THE NAME SAYS IT ALL Apollo Bay THE GREAT ESCAPE - THE NAME SAYS IT ALL Private vacation home 46\_594 ## 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-38.77155%2C143.65698&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ve05OlBfWivCdiMTXq2a6kM6Ccc=) Marengo, VIC #### What's nearby - Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Great Ocean Road Waterfront \- 6 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Great Otway National Park \- 7 min drive \- 3.5 miles - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre \- 7 min drive \- 2.4 miles #### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 127 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪George's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Great Escape - The Name Says it All pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Great Escape - The Name Says it All? ### What time is check-in at The Great Escape - The Name Says it All? ### What time is check-out at The Great Escape - The Name Says it All? ### Where is The Great Escape - The Name Says it All located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Great Escape - The Name Says it All Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 5 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette F. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Family Birthday Celebration The house was large as were the surrounds. Plenty of room for different activities. My only issue was with the bedrooms. It is advertised as 6 bedrooms, it is only 5 with extra beds in a walkway between two bedrooms. With 6 couples staying, this meant one couple had to sleep in a room with no privacy, very disappointing. Needs to be advertised as 5 not 6 bedrooms. ##### Jeanette F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lisa D. 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Nice property but not the cleanest The property certainly gave us all the space we needed and was a great location. 5 mins to the beach - walking. Lots of space. Property was grubby when we arrived. One mattress was very dirty and should be replaced in the bedroom of the second kitchen. Cupboards and drawers hadn't been wiped out. Bench's were tacky and I don't think the floors had been mopped. Bedrooms and bathrooms were clean. Only two tea towels were provided. One in each kitchen and this was difficult as the dishwashing tablets ran out early as only 6 were provided. We were a group of 12 so there were a lot of dishes. The second kitchen is not equipped with any dishes, cups, or glasses. There is a kettle and coffee machine but nothing else. This meant a lot of trips backwards and forwards with dishes. In saying this we had a great time and liked the house, but it needs a good clean. ##### Lisa D. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### sophia s. 27 Jan 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall great stay but could be improved The property was great loads of space for kids to run around and great location so close to the beach and Apollo Bay. Unfortunately the property wasn't the cleanest on arrival with a few items left lying around from previous guests which highlighted the lack of attention to detail spent cleaning. During the busy season the cleaners were obviously very busy and only did a rough clean as some areas like the stair case hadn't been vacuumed and all the bathrooms had some sort of bodily hair left behind in the shower/bath or toilet. Real Estate agents were great with their communication and did offer to have cleaners come back again and a handy man came very quickly as well to fix up some of the light bulbs that were blown too. Overall great stay. I would just be aware when booking in Summer that upstairs has no aircon and gets very hot. So it was a struggle if you have little ones who nap in the afternoon. Fans are supplied but only do so much in the height of heat in the afternoon. ##### sophia s. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leticya G. 1 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Wonderful family getawqy ##### Leticya G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua C. 14 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice property House was really nice. Kitchens and living spaces excellent. The single beds are in a landing space, but otherwise a great stay and holiday ##### Joshua C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thuy Q. 12 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you Thank you for a great stay. The kids enjoyed playing with Blake the neighbours dog. Location was great, we had morning jogs along the beach. ##### Thuy Q. ### 8/10 Good #### natalie c. 19 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cute place! The property is set in a calm and relaxing place where walking to the beach was close enough for a relaxing stroll. There is a wide variety of kitchenwear. Apart from some minor issues such as finding the bins being completely full from previous visitors and having to take my rubbish home, the upstairs lights not working well, and the creaky stairs, that doesn't stop me from recommending this lovely property. Thank you for the wonderful stay and experience! ##### natalie c. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne M. 6 Nov 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Great for a large group Perfect size for a large group. Great facilities overall. Wonderful backyard and porch for indoor / outdoor entertainment. Amazing kitchen with great cooking equipment. Plenty of crockery etc..... Recently renovated and some fine touches required to polish it up. Leaking shower head, broken toilet, no lights upstairs , but dusty upstairs. Bunk Beds upstairs were creaky. King room amazing and linen very fresh and clean. Reasonably priced for long weekend and number of guests. ##### Anne M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Enayetul W. 28 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house for group holiday Booked this property for five families so my son could enjoy the school holiday with his friends. Very clean and well equipped. Best holiday rental we ever stayed. My friends are also impressed. ##### Enayetul W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Miranda N. 7 Mar 2019 #### Great service! Staff member are very helpful! Really enjoy the place, so close to shops and restaurant! ##### Miranda N. 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