This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway.

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A living room with a dark blue sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden table, a fireplace, and a hanging light fixture.
A room with a fireplace, a chair, a desk, and a large window.
A living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a white island, a red sofa, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Griffith Island

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Port Fairy, VIC
  • Place, Port Fairy Coastal Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Fairy History Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Griffith Island
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1

1 Queen Bed

2

2 Single Beds

3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

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About the area

Port Fairy

Located in Port Fairy, this cottage is near the beach. Port Fairy Golf Club and Yambuk Beach Slide are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eclectic Designs Glass Blowing Studio and Go Surf School. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Port Fairy, VIC

What's nearby

  • Port Fairy Coastal Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port Fairy History Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • East Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port Fairy Public Cemetery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Griffith Island - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Warrnambool Station - 24 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oak & Anchor Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Stump - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bank St + co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Port Fairy Confectionary - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Star of the West Hotel - ‬8 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.

How much is parking at This well appointed cottage offers everything for the family getaway.?

On-site parking is available at the 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.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2023
Colin, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to accommodating you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday cottage- really well stocked kitchen with all you need for making family dinner. Great backyard for kids/ dog and location absolutely perfect for Main Street/ park and waterfront walks .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2026
Thanks for your lovely review and so glad you enjoyed your stay with us
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2024
Hi Tom, Thank you for the feedback! We're so pleased that you had a good stay. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the amazing playground and beaches. As well as village
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Thank you for the lovely review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2022
Thanks for the lovely review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2023
Thanks for the lovely review, look forward to seeing you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay, thanks for the lovely review!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location

Port Fairy

Great location Safe backyard for dogs No wifi Comfortable beds Basic facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
Hi Gini, thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the great location! In relation to the WIFI, this property is advertised as not having WIFI. We do have lots of other properties that provide WIFI, for future reference.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 🐶
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Hi Vanessa, Thank you for the feedback. We look forward to seeing you, your partner and Tilly again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2024
Hi Anna, Thank you for your feedback! We're so pleased that you had a great stay. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2021
Thanks for your lovely review Angela
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pleasant stay

pleasant accommodation and not overpriced
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Weekend

6 James St was position perfect! Beautiful old property, but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thanks for the positive feedback Craig. We are glad you had a lovely time at "Cottage On James" in Port Fairy. Regards, Langley's Port Fairy Booking Service.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pleasant decor & very comfortable.

We have stayed there before - that is why we returned! We have really enjoyed being there on every occasion.
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