Coral Reef - Marengo

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Interior
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and colorful cushions.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and six chairs.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with a view of trees, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.
A coastal landscape with a beach, hills, and a power line in the foreground.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Marengo, Victoria
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Marengo

Marengo is home to this holiday home. Apollo Bay Museum and Old Cable Station Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour. Wildlife Wonders and Otway Fly Treetop Adventures are also worth visiting.
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Map
Marengo, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Crumbs - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coral Reef - Marengo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coral Reef - Marengo?

As of 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coral Reef - Marengo on 8 Mar 2027 start from £500, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Coral Reef - Marengo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coral Reef - Marengo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coral Reef - Marengo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coral Reef - Marengo located?

Situated in Marengo, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary. Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Marengo stay

Loveley accommodation, so quiet there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Loved having the fire going, the views of the ocean, the sound of the waves and being able to walk to beautiful Marengo Bay, and the start of the Great Ocean Walk.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for providing your feedback Priscilla, much appreciated. Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
The downstairs rooms were dirty, we had to pass the broom, remove spiders, cobwebs and dead insects behind the kids bed. The beds are on wheels which should make it easy enough to clean. Kitchen didn’t have the most basic things like enough glasses for all guests, scissors, bbq utensils. The upstairs area smelled stuffy and the taps were hard to close.In general an old and worn down house so one clearly pays for the location on the great ocean road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2026
Thank you for providing feedback on your stay at Coral Reef. This is certainly not the standard we strive for and we sincerely apologise for the cleanliness issues you encountered. We have addressed this directly with our cleaning team to ensure all areas are thoroughly swept and pest-free moving forward. We also appreciate you pointing out the missing kitchen essentials. We are working on restocking the cabinets with ample glassware and basic needs for all guests. Additionally, our maintenance team is servicing the upstairs taps to ensure they close smoothly, and we are taking steps to improve the ventilation in the upstairs area. While Coral Reef is a classic, older beach house that many love for its unbeatable Great Ocean Road location, we take your feedback seriously and are continuously making updates to ensure our guests have a comfortable stay. We are also hopeful that we can provide a problem-free future stay and have emailed you regarding this recently. We hope you were still able to enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery during your trip and look forward to hearing from you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coral reef is Great

Coral Reef was very well presented and as advertised. Location is great - very close to Apollo Bay main strip and a very short walk to the beach. Property was very clean and has a split heating & cooling system on both levels which made our stay very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for your feedback Edward, much appreciated. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location!

I loved the location of this property. Situated right near the beach for my dog. The house was very clean and had all the basic requirements. The only thing that bothered me was that backyard was overgrown with weeds and blackberries and needed maintenance- would not be suitable for kids or dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Marengo stay

This property was spotlessly clean, well located and generally well-equipped. However, one point I missed when booking was that it does not have a dishwasher! Not an issue for us as two adults but it may be an issue for a larger group. Stove was adequate but needs updating. Overall an ok stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Thank you Susan forbeing terrific guests and for providing your feedback, much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you both back again in the future. Kind regards,
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Good location, in need of an update

Property was clean and comfortable and in a great location. However, it’s a little tired and rough around the edges in certain areas. Most of the decor and fixtures (kitchen, bathrooms etc) are dated and could do with an update. The first floor deck also feels a little unsafe and probably needs some work. Could be great with a little investment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

clean and tidy holiday accommodation

upstairs was warm and comfortable but a bit overcrowded with furniture for 4 people. couch too small for 4 people. downstairs was absolutely freezing and heating did not work properly. bed linen was just awful. would only stay here again in the summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you Kim for providing your feedback apologies that the heating wasn't working properly downstairs. We have taken note of your review and will have this all addressed. I look forward to welcoming you back to Apollo Bay again soon. Kind Regards
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dog friendly and kid’s happy

The unit is close to dog beach and short 3km drive back to town, where you can find many places to eat and spend time with family for a short weekend trip away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

We had a wonderful weekend. Amazing location close to Apollo Bay. Fantastic local beach walks to explore and we even saw seals on the Marengo reef. House was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Fantastic weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location so close to marengo Beach and Haley's reef. Loved bringing our jack russel

Check in and communication was so easy. Sharee immediately responded to msgs and pleasure to deal with. Fantastic place to bring the family especially when your child is of the k9 kind. He loved the beach walks,exploring rock pools and socialising with the many friendly dogs down there
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thanks Dean; You are welcome to return anytime !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway accommodation

We had a wonderful stay! The accomodation was lovely. It was clean, had everything we needed and was in a great location to walk to the beach. We particularly loved having a fireplace and being able to bring our dog!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Close to the beach suitable for dogs

Great location if you want to be near the beach 200 m from marengo dog friendly beach. This property is neat with wildlife joining you on the balcony for your morning coffee. It’s not the place for you if you are looking for the luxury most other Apollo Bay properties offer at this price. If you’re after simple with close proximity to the beach with a small secure yard for a dog it’s great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thanks for your comments and feedback Nicole we hope we can accommodate you for your next stay to Apollo Bay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy and comfortable stay for all the family and dog

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay. Loved the fireplace, heated the upper level well. Great kitchen, had everything we needed in it. BBQ is good. Not too far from the beach. Quiet location. Very clean and nicely presented. Great for our dog (Old English Sheepdog) and his first holiday from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
So glad to hear you had a great get away at Coral Reef. We look forward to having you stay with us again!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Relaxing but severely over priced

I had to vacuum and clean the property upon arrival. It had obviously not been used for a while - white dog hair on the front lawn and all through the house. Spiders and cob webs in all the bed rooms. For the expensive price I would have expected the accomodation to be clean upon arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
I'm sorry to hear you did not find the property up to the high cleaning standards that we have for every property, your feedback will be passed on to our team.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Nice relaxing place. Close to everything and great beach and walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Good!

Very Nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend getaway

My husband and I have stayed here a few times. Great location. Has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thanks for your feedback Katherine; we look forward to hopefully having you back to stay in the future.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Nice property

Wasn't as good as expected . Lacking some basic things
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review the property. We are sorry to hear it didn't meet our usual high standards. We have since arranged a full spring clean of the property. If you have any further suggestions for improvement we would love to hear more from you.
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