Title: This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. 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 # This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. Cottage in Port Fairy ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219100/30219070/2ebe0ec1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219100/30219070/2ca28741_edited_0dbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219100/30219070/01d36a0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219100/30219070/24abae53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219100/30219070/9082b1d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into the historic Cottage on James, circa 1855, and experience tranquil ambiance with modern conveniences. Stroll to town or nearby Pea Soup cove and enjoy Port Fairy's many eateries and boutique shopping. With two living areas, an open plan kitchen lounge/dining area, french doors leading out to a large enclosed lawn area with outdoor furniture. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. Cottage on James is centrally located to everything that Port Fairy has to offer. Leave the the car and stroll to town, Pea Soup cove or any of Port Fairy's many eateries. This well appointed historic cottage offers tranquil ambiance with modern conveniences. It is well suited for the perfect family getaway. Cottage on James, circa 1855, is centrally located to everything that Port Fairy has to offer. Leave the car and plan your route; stroll a short distance to town, walk through the Reserve to Pea Soup cove or head to the popular East Beach via the river walk in just 10 minutes. Enjoy Port Fairy's many eateries and boutique shopping. Cottage on James sleeps up to 6 guests; two queen bedrooms and a third room with two single beds. It is a lovely, spacious cottage with two living areas at either end of the house. The main living area has an open plan kitchen lounge/dining area with french doors leading out to the large enclosed lawn area with outdoor furniture. There is rear access to the property with ample area for parking a boat. Head to South Beach's Pea Soup, which is perfect for children with its shallow water, wonderful sands and rock pools. Or East Beach if you are hitting the surf. The area offers a wide variety of scenery and attractions, with opportunities for coastal and inland walking, bird watching, fishing, canoeing, horse-riding, boat trips to name but a few. In short, there is something for everyone all year round to enjoy in historic Port Fairy. Note: Gas wood fire is display purpose only, not operational. Please use the split system for heating ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101770000/101763100/101763031/55f37d16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Southport - pet friendly home near to the ocean Port Fairy - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=101763031&PinnedHotelID=101763031&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Oven, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34098400/34098343/2b57d919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guildford Cottage - Close to town Port Fairy - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=34098343&PinnedHotelID=34098343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30220000/30219900/30219854/daa263c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A gorgeous Victorian cottage represents that heritage feel of Port Fairy. 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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 not indicated whether 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 Cottage James Circa 1855 Port Fairy Cottage James Circa 1855 James Circa 1855 Port Fairy James Circa 1855 Cottage on James Circa 1855 On James Circa 1855 Port Fairy Cottage on James Circa:1855 Cottage Cottage on James Circa:1855 Port Fairy Cottage on James Circa:1855 Cottage Port Fairy 107\_3 ## 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-38.38658%2C142.23344&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5Xrmooav3UbXOBUjdP7sYu9Ky0I=) Port Fairy, VIC #### What's nearby - Port Fairy Coastal Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Port Fairy History Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - East Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Griffith Island - 6 min drive - 1.0 mile - Port Fairy Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles #### Getting around - Warrnambool Station - 24 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 169 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Mill - ‬6 min walk - ‪Bank St + co. - ‬7 min walk - ‪Home Grown - ‬7 min walk - ‪Blake's - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Wharf @ Port Fairy - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Port Fairy History Centre and Eclectic Designs Glass Blowing Studio. Port Fairy Coastal Reserve and Moyne River are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway. Reviews 9.4 ### 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin S. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great pet friendly accomodation Really enjoyed four days in Port Fairy with easy walking access to shops. ##### Colin S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom S. 18 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter stay House was great, good balance between the modern comforts and historic building. Very central and convenient to get anywhere in town. Would stay again. ##### Tom S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni H. 10 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Toni Lovely property, comfy beds, great yard for dogs, close to town and off lead park. Enjoyed our stay very much. ##### Toni H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline B. 30 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway The five of us (and dogs) had a great family getaway this week. The house was exactly as shown and was lovely and clean when we arrived. ##### Caroline B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwina W. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Everything was as stated. Great location, very clean, and cosy heating for winter visit. Really enjoyed our stay. Will book again. ##### Edwina W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine M. 6 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Family Break Perfect size for our family of teens and dog - lots of room for everyone. Very close to the main street and shops and cafes and also only a short walk to the beach. Quiet and peaceful. Would definitely like to come back. ##### Christine M. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gini S. 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Communication, location #### Port Fairy Great location Safe backyard for dogs No wifi Comfortable beds Basic facilities ##### Gini S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna J. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just right A lovely winter getaway. Comfortable, good heating and good soundproofing! It suited our family of five very well. Thank you. ##### Anna J. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vanessa H. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tilly on tour Great location, easy walk to town centre and my partner assures me that the pub at the end of the road serves the best Guinness! Garden safe for our little dog, Tilly 🐶 ##### Vanessa H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth H. 4 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage Very nice pet friendly property. Good accommodation, very warm. Level walk to shops and beach. Large fenced yard for dogs. ##### Ruth H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house in a great central location. This property was perfect for our short stay for a family of 5 in Winter. It’s in a great central location within walking distance to beaches as well as to everything the town of Port Fairy has to offer. House was clean, comfortable and warm. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela S. 28 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location The property was very clean and comfortable. It had all the amenities we needed as a family for a three night stay. It was in a great location, easy walk walk to restaurants, cafes and shops. ##### Angela S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### RAYMOND T. 25 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant stay pleasant accommodation and not overpriced ##### RAYMOND T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy W. 13 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Weekend 6 James St was position perfect! Beautiful old property, but comfortable and clean. ##### Judy W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mairead K. 20 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A true gem in Port Fairy Gorgeous historic property in a great location, close to everything. Very clean and comfortable and dog friendly a bonus. ##### Mairead K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Barbara W. 8 May 2018 #### Cottage on James stay The cottage was satisfactory and comfortable. It met our requirements and we enjoyed our stay. It is close to the shops and restaurants so a nice easy walk. ##### Barbara W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig L. 23 Apr 2018 #### Lovely property, had all we needed. Our Dog loved the secure back yard and we loved the comfy beds Neat and tidy and given that the weather was poor, was really cosy. We will definitely be back. ##### Craig L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pixie S. 27 Sept 2016 #### Pleasant decor & very comfortable. We have stayed there before - that is why we returned! We have really enjoyed being there on every occasion. ##### Pixie S. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Club Wyndham Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Airlie-Beach.h2802992.Hotel-Information) > > [Bannisters Port Stephens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Soldiers-Point-Hotels-Bannisters-Port-Stephens.h27355893.Hotel-Information) > > [Exmouth Escape Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exmouth-Hotels-Exmouth-Escape-Resort.h4032424.Hotel-Information) > > [Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kingscote-Hotels-Aurora-Ozone-Hotel.h2737459.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochester Riverside Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Rochester-Riverside-Caravan-Park.h65341713.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilianfels Resort & Spa - Blue Mountains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-Lilianfels-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h872.Hotel-Information) > > [Torquay Foreshore Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Torquay-Foreshore-Caravan-Park.h6001296.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Hotels-Wyndham-Resort-Torquay.h1927122.Hotel-Information) > > [Coral Sea Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-Coral-Sea-Marina-Resort.h1047180.Hotel-Information) > > [Sol Tenerife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arona-Hotels-Sol-Tenerife.h69125.Hotel-Information) > > [Glamping at Truffle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gretna-Hotels-Truffle-Lodge.h22239606.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Heathrow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h12391.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Mirage-Resort.h8065.Hotel-Information) > > [The Carrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sydney-Hotels-The-Carrington-Hotel.h474003.Hotel-Information) > > [Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karatta-Hotels-Kangaroo-Island-Wilderness-Retreat.h2041654.Hotel-Information) > > [By The Sea Port Douglas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-By-The-Sea-Port-Douglas.h3024406.Hotel-Information) > > [Heron Island Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Heron-Island-Hotels-Heron-Island-Resort.h1636471.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Bangkok](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangkok-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d178236-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pokolbin-Hotels-Mercure-Resort-Hunter-Valley-Gardens.h1877968.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandalay Luxury Beachfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Mandalay-Luxury-Beachfront-Apartments.h2648804.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lost Camel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yulara-Hotels-The-Lost-Camel.h4805954.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritage Trail Lodge Margaret River](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margaret-River-Hotels-Heritage-Trail-Lodge-Margaret-River.h9624427.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Ningaloo Reef Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coral-Bay-Hotels-Ningaloo-Reef-Resort.h4257765.Hotel-Information) > > [RAC Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monkey-Mia-Hotels-RAC-Monkey-Mia-Dolphin-Resort.h2650828.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/pvg/nrt/shanghai-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/sfo/london-to-san-francisco)