This 1970's beach house is located in the tree canopy with ocean views to the east. It harks back to a different era when life was less complicated and more relaxed.
The house is located on a slope above the off street parking (2 cars), with about 40 steps to get to the entrance door but the climb is worth it for the view from the large newish deck area.
There are 3 bedrooms, the master and 2nd bedroom have a queen size bed, the 3rd bedroom is more of a bunk house with single bunks. The bunkroom has a separate entrance on a different level to the rest of the house.
***Bath and beach towels are NOT provided***
Bed linen, doonas and pillows are provided.
The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove top and oven, dishwasher, air fryer, toasted sandwich maker, electric kettle, toaster and microwave oven. For connoisseur's of coffee, there is a De'Longhi Citiz (yep - spelt with a Z) Nespresso coffee pod machine with an Integrated Aeroccino for milk frothing. A limited number of pods will be available, however, it may be best to bring your own Nespresso style coffee pods to cater for your taste. Of course, there is also instant coffee available.
The lounge has a L-shaped couch, wood heater, board games, ceiling fan, split system reverse cycle heater/air conditioner and 75 inch LED HD TV panel (with hotspot capability.)
There is no Wi Fi at the house, Optus and Testra mobile phone range is good but Vodaphone can be patchy.
The bathroom has recently been renovated, the toilet is separate. There is also a hot and cold outdoor shower.
The house is on tank water which passes through the tree canopy and is captured by the roof, some people prefer not to drink it and make other arrangements. Others drink it without issue.
No smoking, no pets, but there is plenty of bird watching. Swamp wallabies and kangaroos are frequently observed in the National Park across the road from the house's deck area. Koalas reside in the trees next to the house as do a number of native bird types, the native birds will often land on the deck furniture and handrail.
Outdoor fires in any form for any reason are STRICTLY prohibited, including on the deck area.
The house is a 15 minutes walk from the beach and Kennett River township where there is a general store serving hot food, coffee, cakes and other pantry items. Wye River general store is 15 minutes away by car and provides a diverse and broad range of fresh and other food stuffs at a premium price point.
Lorne Foodworks is 30 mins away by car and less premium prices albeit not comparable the big 3 supermarkets. Apollo Bay is 30 mins by car and can offer a Foodworks and IGA.