Title: The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna 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 Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134402/0186cad2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134402/8a0105fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134402/f0607159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134402/c75dbff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71134500/71134402/11abb289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Shack, a classic 50s beach cabin near Skenes Creek and 'Skenies' beach. Recapture the feeling of simple beach days with a short walk to the waves and relaxation under the front yard tap. Enjoy basic, simple comforts in two cozy bedrooms with views of your idyllic surroundings. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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 Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna This little escape is all about memories. Remember those simple beach days and the tiny, fun, casual beach shack that was home for the summer? Now you can recapture that feeling with The Shack. A classic 50s beach cabin that instantly transports you to oversized beach towels, foam eskies, and beach umbrellas with frills. Situated near beautiful Skenes Creek and a short walk to ‘Skenies’ beach, you can relax and recapture youthful days by washing the sand off your feet under the front yard tap. Inside, The Shack has one bedroom with a Queen bed and a view and a second bedroom with bunks. The Shack is all about no nonsense fun. Basic. Simple. Clean and close to the breaking waves. And all this, just a short drive to the main town of Apollo Bay and all its restaurants and cafés. Entire home and property. Available to guests via phone or email but the space is yours to enjoy and you will have full privacy. Skenes Creek is an idyllic township on the Great Ocean Road, only a 5 minute drive from Apollo Bay on a popular surf beach. Skenes Creek is a great place to base yourself to explore the Great Ocean Road and Great Otway National Park. The Otways walks and waterfalls are only a short drive away and are absolutely worth the explore any time of the year. Apollo Bay is only a short 5 minute drive and has all the shops, restaurants and amenities you’ll require. For fresh fish and chips you can’t go past The Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe and for something a little fancier try La Bimba. The famous Wye Beach Hotel is a 20 minute drive and is known for its stunning uninterrupted ocean views and great pub meals. For your morning coffee you can walk to the local caravan park general store or head to Hello in Apollo Bay which is a hidden gem the locals love! Whether you like to surf, fish, walk or just like to relax, Skenes Creek is the place for you! 3 minute walk to Skenes Creek Beach 5 minute drive to Apollo Bay 90 minutes to the Twelve Apostles 20 minutes to Wye River and Wye Beach Hotel 40 minutes to Lorne 50 minutes to Otway Fly Treetop Adventures 30 minutes to Forrest Brewery and mountain bike trails 5 minutes to Chris’ Restaurant Beacon Point 90 minutes from Geelong Just over 2 hours from Melbourne A car is the best way to explore the Great Ocean Road, however there is a VLine bus that runs along the Great Ocean Road that stops in Skenes Creek and taxis are also available from Apollo Bay. We supply all linen and towels and basic kitchen essentials such as tea and coffee. 2-night minimum stay. No smoking No parties or events No Pets Allowed Please Note: For any cancellations, early check-outs, or if you are not able to travel due to covid, we will offer you a travel voucher with no expiration. You may also reschedule your dates to anytime in the future that suits you best. Thank you. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach umbrellas ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Yard ### 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 - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### 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) - 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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 82481 The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna Skenes Creek ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-38.727543,143.70569&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%60bjkFqoblZ%3FU%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FS%40Q%40U%40U%40QBU%40Q%40UBQBQBSBSBQDSBSDQDQBQDUDQFQDQFOFQDQFQFOFQFQHOFQHOFMHOHQHOHMHOHOJKHMJOJKHOJKJKJKJOLKJGJKLKJMLGLKLIJGLILILGLGNILILELGNELGLENELENENALENCLENANCNCLANCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FLCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40NDLBNDN%40LDLDNDNDLFLDLFNDLHLHLFLFLHLHLFLHJJLFLLJJLFJJJJJNJJJJJJJNJJHNJLHJHNHNJLHNHNFPHLFNHPFNFPHNFPFPDPFPDNFPDPDPDTDPDPBPDRBRBPBRBRBPBPBT%40P%40T%40PBT%3FT%40P%40R%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FPAT%3FPATAN%3FTCTAPATAPCTCPCPCRCRCPCTEPCPEPEPETEPEPGPENGPEPGRGPILGPGNIPGNINGPILINKNILINIJKNILKJKNKJKJKJKNKJKJMHKJMJMHKJMFMHMHMFMFMHMHMFODMHMDMDODODMDMDOBODM%40ODOBO%40MBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FMCO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOCMEOAMEOCOEMEOEMEMEOEMIMEMGOIMIMGMGMIKIMGMKMIKKMKKKKIMKKOKKKKKKIOKKKMIOKKIOIMIOIOIQIMGOIOGQIOGQGQGMGSEQGQGOEQGQEQEUCQEQEQCQEUCQCSCSCQCQAUAQCUAQAUAUAO%3FUAQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fQf4mNw9G6EJEgo2zMdylCQEMJ8=) Skenes Creek, VIC #### What's nearby - Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles - Marriners Lookout - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles - Apollo Bay Harbour - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles #### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 121 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪George's Food Court - ‬5 min drive - ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬6 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬6 min drive - ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Shack - Previously Hosted by Josh and Jenna located? > Nestled on the beach, this Skenes Creek holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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