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Rayville Boat Houses

Bayside villas with private hot tubs and kitchens

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
£101
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

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9 Noel Street, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Apollo Bay Harbour
    ‪1 min drive‬

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Loft (Villa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Balcony

Penthouse

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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About the area

Apollo Bay

Located in Apollo Bay, Rayville Boat Houses is on the waterfront. Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 1 min drive - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 166 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Rayville Boat Houses

Bayside villas with private hot tubs and kitchens
Dry cleaning, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free villa. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and multilingual staff assistance. All 9 villas have 3 bedrooms and feature free WiFi. Kitchens come with fridges and microwaves, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as indoor private hot tubs and deep soaking bathtubs. Housekeeping is not available.
Rayville Boat Houses offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and washers/dryers. Accommodation at this 4-star villa has kitchens with fridges, microwaves, dishwashers and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Rayville Boat Houses pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rayville Boat Houses?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rayville Boat Houses?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Rayville Boat Houses?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Rayville Boat Houses located?

Situated in Apollo Bay, this beach villa is within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront. Apollo Bay Harbour and Apollo Bay Bowls Club are also within 10 minutes.

Rayville Boat Houses Reviews

Reviews

8.4

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. 125 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 267 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We thought it was great easy check in out close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really awesome place with great facilities. Loved our stay here.

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely seaside ambience Comfortable & welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carsten

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice accommodation- we should have stayed longer. Great communication for easy and convenient check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Sara

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good position with walking to beach front and town centre. People friendly. Enough rooms for our family and good heating. Property was disappointingly old and in need of maintenance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I took my partner and her family just for one night to stay here. The manager was extremely welcoming and friendly along with her 2x four legged friends. The houses were well equipped and lovely. Amazing location and overall great experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious and comfortable. Loved the nautical theme.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property was easy to access, was a bit dated, oven was very dirty with food and black oil on the bottom from previous guests, we were going to use it but changed our minds when we saw the condition it was in. We chose to eat out and the restaurant that were walkable distance from the property. Beach was a nice walk, lots of rock pools to explore. The house could do with a better clean of surfaces as it was pretty dusty/dirty. Scum around spa and bathroom and toilet needed a good clean. Double bed was very comfortable. Stairs are very noisy to walk up and down to the bathroom on the lower level. The highlight of our stay was the location of the property close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

sigrid

The property was not secured when we arrived at past 9pm at night. Patio door was wide open. I tried to call for the location of the specific property and was not able to reach anyone. There was poor lighting and the property number was not marked as the rest of the homes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sharee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Although the loft terrified my girls (26&16) it was a nice setting - loved the fireplace but would have liked more timber in the wet day/night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Needs maintenance

Excellent location & amenities. However, maintenance is poor: broken Venetian blinds; patio door has dropped & is extremely difficult to shut & lock; gardens poorly maintained; bathroom windows have no winder handle -> passers-by could see into shower & windows couldn't be locked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Terence

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Location is good but building needs a bit of update. Toilet was leaking & not fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the beach house! It's been made with such quality and attention to detail. Everything's been thought of and we so quickly felt at ease when we arrived, to the clean, light and bright space. The beach is a few hundreds meters down the road, you can hear it at night- it’s divine. We fell in love with the seaside lifestyle! We will be back and recommend to all who want great accomodation and amenities within the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Janine

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved location. Boat house was not very clean,the floor was sticky and my husband got tinnier from the spa bath that also housed the shower. So we were very hesitant in using the spa, very disappointed. During the night it rained we woke up to water on the kitchen table and floor. The garden needs a good tidy up.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The communication from the owners was amazing. They kept us informed and provided us clear instructions prior to arrival. The property had a free washing machine and dryer to use which was a great service. The property was not clean at all, the table was sticky, the crockery was not clean and the inside of the pantry had ring marks from the glasses. The iron kept tripping the power of the property, so we could not use this. The property had a damp/musky smell as soon as we opened the door, even though the window were open. The toilet bowl was loose and was not secure to the floor. I would not recommend staying here at all, as we were quite disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Merita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Communication
The property itself was beautiful. It does need abit of maintenance.it was great we could park within our villa carport, it was abit tight however trying to navigate through the garden. Our villa was advertised with a spa/ jacuzzi. We went to use this and Jetts did not work. I called the host Amanda and text her but no reply. This was disappointing. The following day we checked out and still no follow up. One toilet paper roll and no spare in a unit for up to 5 people. I emailed the property and again no response. I did not want to post a review and instead contacted property directly to give them an opportunity to respond to the issues. They have not. Overall, disappointing.

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall, my experience was mixed. On the one hand, the villa was spacious and cozy, which I appreciated. The heat lamps in the bathroom were a nice touch and the amenities all worked well, including the smart TV. The check-in process was also easy and the villa was conveniently located within a short walking distance to the shops. However, there were also several areas for improvement. The air conditioner was positioned directly above the bed, which was not ideal. I was also disappointed to find stains on the bath towel and dandruff on the bed. The tables were sticky and the bed was very hard. Additionally, the villa was nestled in the neighbourhood and did not have an ocean view. Parking was also tight and I could hear other guests late into the night. Finally, I was expected to wash dishes and take out the bins after my stay, which I felt was unreasonable given the high room rate of upwards of $250. The villa also looked tired and in need of maintenance. Overall, while there were some positives, the negatives outweighed them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

YI

Liked: Amenities
The place has a great location, very close to the beach. However, guests are required to clean their own kitchenware and take out their own trash, which makes me wonder what exactly is included in the room rate—perhaps just the rent? That being said, it’s very quiet at night. The sound insulation isn’t the best, so it might not be ideal for those who are very sensitive to noise. But if you’re only staying for a short time, it’s still a decent option.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Boat Houses were spacious & welcoming in a great, quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

Loved our stay , perfect for what we needed on our Ocean Rd trip .. short walk to town and beach Well equipped and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024