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Big Hill Rustic Retreat

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Property grounds
Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Big Hill, VIC
  • Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve
    7 min drive
  • Lily Pond Bushland Reserve
    8 min drive
  • Lorne Country Club
    11 min drive
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    50 min drive

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About the area

Big Hill

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Great Otway National Park and 5.5 km (3.4 mi) from Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Big Hill holiday home include Lily Pond Bushland Reserve and Table Rock Beach.

What's nearby

  • Lorne Sea Baths - 11 min drive
  • Lorne Country Club - 11 min drive
  • Lorne Beach - 11 min drive
  • Live Wire Park - 12 min drive
  • Erskine Falls - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aireys Inlet Fish & Chips - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Swing Bridge Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Noodle Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bottle of Milk - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lorne Hotel - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Hill Rustic Retreat

Set into the hillside on approximately 5 acres of beautiful, private bush that backs onto the National Park, this impressive home is an unparalleled paradise for nature lovers, birdwatchers and bushwalkers alike.

Rustic Australian-sourced timbers, hardwood floors, stone cladding, an exposed tin ceiling and extensive glazing reflect the natural surrounds. Notable past owners include the Bird Observers Club of Australia who owned the property for 30 years and influential landscape designer, Edna Walling, and with its beautiful natural land and abundant birdlife, it is easy to see the attraction for each.

This sensational coastal retreat offers the best of both worlds, with its secluded bush location and breathtaking views of the coastline and forest through to Airey's Inlet. The north-facing deck captures the sun until dusk. Sit at the built-in timber 'kookabar' and relax with a drink in this shady barbecue spot while looking out at the ocean views.

*Living and Entertainment Space*
The superbly constructed residence has a huge open plan kitchen, dining and living area. The air-conditioned lounge room centres around a brick open fireplace, and has a big screen TV with WiFi and speakers. Timber and natural elements feature throughout, including in the farm-style stainless steel kitchen, which is fully equipped with a dishwasher, oven with cooktop, microwave and full size fridge/freezer.

Enormous 6m glass doors line the living room wall to offer unimpeded views. The living area opens up completely to the entertaining balcony, where your panoramic outlook showcases the uninterrupted beauty of nature surrounding you. The impressive deck wraps around 3 sides of the house and has a BBQ, bar seating and sun lounges to relax and enjoy the tanquility.

*Bedrooms and Bathrooms*
This house comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests in 2 bedrooms, each with its own ensuite.
Bedroom 1 - Queen bed, air-conditioning, walk-in robe, views and ensuite with shower and toilet
Bedroom 2 - Double bed and 2 Bunk beds, plus ensuite with spa bath, shower and toilet
Powder Room

*Additional Features*
- Laundry with washing machine
- Clothesline
- Linen is NOT provided, please bring your own linen and towels
- Pets are welcome
- Off-street parking for 3 cars

*Location*
This iconic home is in an aptly iconic location, with the famous Great Ocean Road sign close by at Memorial Arch. Despite its seclusion, the house is easy to get to and close to Lorne.

There are several meandering walking tracks right from your home where you can explore the bush and look for wildlife. A short stroll will take you down through the coastal reserve at Eastern View to the beach, where you can wander the picturesque and sandy coastline while water laps at your toes.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Big Hill Rustic Retreat?

The closest beach to Big Hill Rustic Retreat is Lorne - Queenscliff Coastal Reserve (6.4 km).

Does Big Hill Rustic Retreat have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Big Hill Rustic Retreat?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Hill Rustic Retreat?

No, Big Hill Rustic Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Hill Rustic Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Big Hill Rustic Retreat Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

M. Michele F., Sunbury, Vic Australia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house but cleaning required
Team was easy to contact. Key collection was ok. Would have been better if the keys were at the property. We arrived at the property and were amazed. We walked into the house and loved the view immediately. As it was a long drive. We decided to get a drink. Went to grab a glass to noticed they were dirty. Glasses were also sitting on this concrete floor. Very strange and unsanitary. Above the glasses were the coffee cups and they were also dirty. I started inspecting the place and it did not have a good first impression. The diswasher was full. Some glasses had water in them and dishes were dirty. Same goes for the cutlery and plates in the cupboard. Spider webs everywhere. The couch was big and looked so comfy. It would have been much better if it was not dirty. The throw also was dirty and old. It even had a big hole through it. The other ones in the basket were also dirty. For the price, this property should have been cleaned prior to guest arrival. So i started my supposed to be "relaxed" long weekend by cleaning dishes, wiping down surfaces and removing spider webs. The next morning, i washed 2 of the throws so we could use them. The placed looked like people lived there. Presentation not the best for such a beautiful place. Guests would book places like this to leave their home and relax. No one wants to go away and start their trip by cleaning someone else's place when they paid pretty decent money to stay there. Please clean. Overall, ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023