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The White House - Lorne

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Property grounds
Sports court
Outdoor dining
Dining
Sports court
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Lorne, VIC
  • Popular LocationLorne Beach13 min walk
  • Popular LocationLorne Sea Baths15 min walk
  • Popular LocationLive Wire Park19 min walk
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Room 1

1 King Bed

Room 2

1 King Bed

Room 3

1 Queen Bed

Room 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Room 5

Toilet · Shower only

Room 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

The White House - Lorne

There is a certain magic surrounding The White House. A once tired 1950s weatherboard home, considered by many as a knock down, is now the holiday home people drive past and slow down to look at, witnessing an opportunity taken, rather than one lost.

Keeping alive the traditional Australian outdoor lifestyle of sun, surf and sand, The White House is much more than a renovated beach home, it is a commitment to space and recreation. The house sits on one of the most expansive parcels of ocean view property in South Lorne. Undulating from tall gums through luscious grassed zones and landscaped gardens to land finally on the most impressive tennis court. Its elevation and Northern alignment affords spectacular vistas from every corner of the property.

Not only does The White House nurture its original charm, it also showcases coastal interior styling at its best. From the pale watery palettes of sea green and shades of sand, to the earthy timbers, every last detail has been carefully considered. In every aspect of living the quality you would expect in your own home is provided. Three bedrooms upstairs flank the main lounge and kitchen dining area, all casting eyes over the impressive 4 x 12 metre silver ash deck. Separately accessed downstairs is a 4th bedroom, main bathroom and laundry. Key features include a suspended fireplace, top of the range beds and high comfort mattresses with luxurious bedlinen. Outdoors for your enjoyment are queen sized hammocks, recreational equipment, and an outdoor shower with a view.

A decision was made at The White House to reignite beauty rather than taking a far easier path towards building the next big thing. Hand in hand was a commitment to choose green space over footprint. Combined, these choices have resulted in much more than a spectacular holiday home, they have kept alive a Lorne tradition.

A word from the owners

"It’s the little things that make a big difference.

We believe that comfort is the most important element for a fantastic holiday and have selected high-quality sofas, beds, linen and soft furnishings with this goal in mind. We are passionate about beautiful environments and as such have curated a beach house to love with indoor plants, images of Lorne and specially selected homewares.

Just bring a bag of clothes and a box of food because everything else is provided from beach towels to tennis racquets and balls, sporting equipment along with games and books inside. With fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms.

Thanks to the large land size, extensive gardens and lawns, and an absence of property fencing, expect a feeling of space and privacy where kangaroos visit daily along with families of kookaburras and koalas coming and going.

For your enjoyment, almost everything that’s within a home you can expect to find in generous supply. From organic body wash and ample soft bathroom towels to outdoor hammocks and cushions and an abundant herb garden for use.
Naturally scented laundry detergents and all the fun kitchen items you could want. Including tea, coffee, chai and hot chocolate, oil, herbs and spices, lots of wine glasses plus a bottle from our family winery in WA, for your drinking pleasure.

If in doubt – don’t pack it – you will find it supplied.

We like to keep it simple, so you can have a holiday.

Strict No Party Policy (schoolies, hens, bucks etc)

Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions

Linen Provided
Wifi is available

Firewood supplied May-October Only

Just a few general words about the property.

It is important to understand this property is a holiday rental, not a shared space or principle place of residence, which ensures you privacy and quiet enjoyment. It is also professionally managed, giving you peace of mind of 24/7 support by a local, just around the corner.

Pricing is based around seasons, length of stay and number of guests. It is important all bookings reflect the exact number of guests. If this changes, you must contact us. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the published rates across all booking platforms, however Great Ocean Road Real Estate Holidays reserves the right to correct pricing errors.

Unless otherwise previously agreed, all stays must only be used for private residential usage and to accommodate the number of guests stated on your booking. Unless ‘Pets Welcome’ is advertised, the property is strictly no pets.

All holiday accommodation bookings are accepted on the basis that all occupants will treat the property with the same respect as their own home in accordance with the “House Rules”. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited between 10pm and 8am.

We love professionally managing holiday homes and guest experiences and look forward to welcoming you to our backyard.

Great Ocean Road Holidays

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Lorne

Located in Lorne, this holiday home is near the beach. Great Otway National Park and Lily Pond Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lorne Sea Baths and Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Lorne, VIC

What's nearby

  • Teddy's Lookout - 11 min walk
  • Lorne Beach - 13 min walk
  • Lorne Sea Baths - 15 min walk
  • Live Wire Park - 19 min walk
  • Lorne Country Club - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 35 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons espresso bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lorne Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lorne Hotel Bistro & Beer Garden - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪HAH Lornebeach - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The White House - Lorne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The White House - Lorne?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The White House - Lorne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The White House - Lorne located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lorne Surf Life Saving Club, Teddy's Lookout and Lorne Beach. Qdos Art Gallery and Lorne Sea Baths are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walla i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house on the best street
Very satisfied with this house, particularly how accessible it was for wheelchair, overall cleanliness and amazing view. The tennis court also got very good use during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

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