Title: Forrest Caves Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=120316629&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forrest Caves Retreat Holiday home in Surf Beach with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Forrest Caves Retreat ![TV, books - Forrest Caves Retreat (Surf Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316629/abd61860.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Forrest Caves Retreat (Surf Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316629/56ab34da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Floor plan - Forrest Caves Retreat (Surf Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316629/563cf64b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet - Forrest Caves Retreat (Surf Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316629/c6812e6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Forrest Caves Retreat (Surf Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316629/4ad5d480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Forrest Caves Retreat provides a hot tub and more. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Air-conditioning - Parking available £196 includes taxes & fees 28 Jan - 29 Jan ## 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. ### Forrest Caves Retreat About the home “Forrest Caves Retreat” is a newly renovated wheelchair friendly home that is one of a collection of 4 homes that have been tastefully renovated, located just 900m from the Hot Springs (opening 2026), 280m from Surf Beach (a 3-4 minute walk), and just a short drive from the supermarkets, restaurants & cafés of Cowes. Some of the many features of this lovely home are detailed below: Indoor Areas The wheel-chair friendly premises are accessed via a ramp into the open plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room (with 40" smart TV) provides access to Bedroom 1 (with 40" smart TV) and Bedroom 2, plus the Bathroom (with shower & toilet). Outdoor Areas The huge corner block, surrounded by native trees, has parking for up to 3 vehicles (as per the photos) for Forrest Caves Retreat. There is a fantastic 4-seater electric heated spa providing year-round entertainment, plus a communal BBQ area next to the home (shared with the Seafoam Retreat) with two long tables (seating up to 20 people) and a gas BBQ. The long driveway provides an outdoor area if required. The Retreat There are four dwellings on the block, just metres from each other, sharing the amazing facilities. The Original Beach Retreat is a mud brick 3-bedroom dwelling that has been completely renovated, extended and tastefully set up, providing premium accommodation. The second dwelling is the Island Beach Retreat - a brand new one-bedroom addition that is perfect for a couple or small family. There is a gate that can be closed off to provide two separate spaces (with their own access) or opened up to create one fantastic Retreat with some shared facilities. The third dwelling is the newly renovated Forrest Caves Retreat - a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom wheelchair friendly accommodation. The fourth dwelling is the Seafoam Retreat - another newly renovated home with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Kitchen The kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, microwave, Nespresso compatible pod coffee machine, toaster, kettle, etc. plus a sink, fridge, electric oven and stove. Heating/Cooling Systems There is a wall mounted reverse cycle air conditioner in the Living Room, plus two additional stand-alone heaters which can be used where required. Bedding Configuration This home has 4 beds, and 1 sofa bed, accommodating up to 6 guests. Bedroom 1: Two Long Single beds (which can be converted into a King bed) Bedroom 2: Two Long Single beds (which can be converted into a King bed) There is also a Double sofa bed in the Living Room suitable for two adults or children. Please note that if you want the Long Single beds to be converted into King beds prior to your arrival, we need at least one week's notice before checking in. Long single mattress dimensions are approximately 91cm x 203cm and converted king bed dimensions are approximately 180cm x 203cm. Linen It is common in the region for some linen to be provided for bookings, and some linen to be available as an optional extra. By default, a booking at this home does not include optional linen (top & bottom sheets, bath towels and pillowcases). What is included are doonas (quilts) with covers, pillows without covers, tea towels, hand towels and bathmats. If you would like the optional linen included in your booking, please let us know, including which beds you would like it provided for. The additional cost would be a one-off charge of $30 per bed (some sites add a service fee to these costs) - and we prefer 7 days' notice prior to your arrival to get that arranged. Peak Periods Please note that during the peak summer period and other peak times, check in times are set as 3pm unless by prior arrangement. Please also note that if you avail of the optional linen hire over these times, it may involve linen being left out but beds not being made up. Functions, Celebrations and Schoolies Please note that the home is not suitable for celebrations, parties or large events. The home also does not take bookings over Schoolies. All bookings are subject to approval, pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120320000/120316700/120316646/31249731.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Original Beach Retreat Surf Beach - Hot tub - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning £199 includes taxes & fees 28 Jan - 29 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=120316646&PinnedHotelID=120316646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98520000/98511100/98511005/cc569232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Getaway - Cowes - Phillip Island VIC - Walk to beach, pool & spa Cowes - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.0 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=98511005&PinnedHotelID=98511005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103420000/103415700/103415665/4511928b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Phillip Island Family Resort 2Bdr Cowes - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=103415665&PinnedHotelID=103415665&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34510000/34509700/34509661/f08d1018.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 110 @ Waves Phillip Island. 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Strict local council regulations apply. ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 48\_481 ## 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-38.51335%2C145.30313&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=f-CrUv3jjc549h194zxky0DYUgU=) Surf Beach, VIC #### What's nearby - Churchill Island Marine National Park \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Surf Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - National Vietnam Veterans Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit \- 9 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Penguin Parade \- 15 min drive \- 11.5 miles #### Getting around - Hastings Station - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Phillip Island Panny's Chocolate Factory - ‬4 min drive - ‪San Remo Fishermans Co-Op - ‬7 min drive - ‪Rusty Water Brewery - ‬5 min drive - ‪San Remo Fish And Chips - ‬6 min drive - ‪Westernport Hotel - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forrest Caves Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Forrest Caves Retreat? ### How much is parking at Forrest Caves Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Forrest Caves Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Forrest Caves Retreat? ### Where is Forrest Caves Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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