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By the Beach

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A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a lamp on each nightstand, and a painting on the wall.
A neatly made bed with a pink quilt and pillows, two rolled-up towels, and a blanket on the left side. There are two bedside tables with lamps, one on each side of the bed.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, and a potted plant.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.
A covered patio with a wooden deck, metal-framed table and chairs, and a grill.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Great Ocean Road Waterfront

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Apollo Bay, VIC
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ensuite - Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Seperate Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Apollo Bay

Located in Apollo Bay, this holiday home is by the sea. Apollo Bay Museum and Old Cable Station Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wildlife Wonders and Otway Fly Treetop Adventures. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Apollo Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Little Crumbs - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is By the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at By the Beach?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at By the Beach on 25 Oct 2026 start from £451, 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 By the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at By the Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at By the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is By the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront. Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and Apollo Bay Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nice house in a quiet street walking distance to beach and main street, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here. So close to the beach and the house was homely and tidy. Communication was excellent, would defintely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
space and location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2025
Left the property clean and tidy, thank you for booking our property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - 5 mins walk to beach. Quiet street. Spotless presentation. Secure back yard for doggo's.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Thank you for a most welcoming, relaxing stay - greatly appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay

This place had everything we needed. A quiet spot close to the beach and shops. A comfortable home with an cosy atmosphere and lovely deck. Everything was as advertised. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

mid week escape

Really enjoyed our 2 night stay at this property. House is neat and clean, close to the beach, lovely views looking out to the Otway ranges, and comfortable beds. Great for a family and lovely to be able to take our dog along.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Austrians down under

House was perfect for our requirements. Close to beaches and 15 minute walk to town facilities. Lots to see in the Ottway forest region
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Katrina

We enjoyed our stay the house was clean and tidy, comfortable bed and nice secure yard for our fur baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in Apollo Bay.

Our family had a comfortable and relaxing stay in this accommodation. Enough space for 5 adults, infant and pet. We didn’t need a cot for our stay. Location was central and walkable to the town centre. Owner replied in a timely manner with regards to our queries. We would be happy to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great Location, Housekeeping Improvements Needed.

The house had a great location. The beds and pillows were comfortable, which is very important to me. However, there were some issues with housekeeping. Some of the kitchen plates and serving dishes had chipped edges. The quality of the pots was not good—not even average, in my opinion. They didn’t provide an unused dishcloth; I didn’t want to use the sponge or cloth left behind by others. There was no dishwasher. We couldn’t use the washing machine because it was broken—it wouldn’t drain water. The sheets and bathroom were clean, but the house hadn’t been properly vacuumed; there were pieces of dry dog food left on the floor from previous guests. Honestly, the location of the house is fantastic, the house has much more potential. With better housekeeping, it could be a very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thanks Scott. The overiding response to your concerns is that you need to tell us whilst in residence and we will fix them. We would ask all our many guests to do the same. In terms of the dishwasher, it is clear from the ad that there isn't one. As to the washing machine, yes this can happen if you dont follow the instructions, noting nobody else has had these issues and we just completed 8 loads of washing in the past two days with no issues. Chipped plates is a wear 'n tear issue we'll address. (none chipped coming into December...) The other issues you raise we will discuss with the cleaner, thanks for the feedback. Good luck with your future bookings...
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