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Surf Reef - Apollo Bay

Family-friendly stay with laundry facilities in Marengo

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There are large windows offering a view of the sea and greenery.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery and buildings.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden dining table with six chairs, a window with a view of trees, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.
A coastal view with a rocky shoreline, a clear blue sea, and sparse vegetation.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Marengo, VIC
  • Place, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Marengo

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Marengo vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Marengo Reefs Marine Sanctuary. Also, Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve is within half a mile (1 km) and Great Ocean Road Waterfront is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Great Otway National Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬4 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.

Surf Reef - Apollo Bay

Stay 3 Pay 2 May 1st - September 1st including long weekend, school holiday & Marathon Season
Stay 7 Pay 5 May 1st - September 1st including long weekend, school holiday & Marathon Season

Welcome to Surf Reef. Enjoy the sounds of the ocean from this homely Marengo beach classic.

Enjoy the sounds of the ocean from this homely Marengo beach classic. Offering split level living and ocean views from level 1 lounge, dining and deck. If your lucky you might even be greeted by the resident rosellas during your stay. This property is situated within walking distance of Marengo beach, great for a swim or surf and only a 10-minute drive into the township of Apollo Bay or you can walk/ride via the beach side footpath. Why not jump onto The Great Ocean Road walking path for a stroll, located at the bottom of the court only 50 meters from the property.

Ground level (Self-contained one bedroom unit):
- Fully equipped kitchen, 5-seater dining table, lounge with TV
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed, bedside tables, lamps
- Bathroom: Shower, vanity, toilet
- Downstairs carport with outdoor table and chairs, room to park a boat along with 2 cars, gas BBQ

Level 1:
- Open kitchen/living/dining: Fully equipped kitchen, 1 x 3-seater & 1 x 2-seater couch, coffee table, TV with DVD, gas-log fire, CD player with bluetooth, games, books, 6-seater dining table
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed, bedside tables, lamps
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed, bedside tables, lamps
- Bedroom 4: Bunk bed
- Bathroom: Shower over child sized bath, basin, separate toilet
- Laundry: Washing machine
- Balcony/deck with outdoor furniture

Free Wifi now available

Strict No Party Policy

Linen not provided - Hire Available

Pet friendly inside/outside (dogs only, yard not fully fenced but there is a small enclosed deck area)

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV
  • Video game console

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Surf Reef Apollo Bay VIC House
Surf Reef VIC House
Surf Reef Apollo Bay VIC
Surf Reef Apollo Apollo
Surf Reef Apollo Bay VIC
Surf Reef - Apollo Bay Apollo Bay
Surf Reef - Apollo Bay Private vacation home
Surf Reef - Apollo Bay Private vacation home Apollo Bay
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Surf Reef - Apollo Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 92.4 mi (128-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Surf Reef - Apollo Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Surf Reef - Apollo Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and 2.6 mi (6-min drive) from Shelly Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Surf Reef - Apollo Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surf Reef - Apollo Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Surf Reef - Apollo Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Surf Reef - Apollo Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Surf Reef - Apollo Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Surf Reef - Apollo Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Surf Reef - Apollo Bay to downtown Marengo?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Marengo.

Surf Reef - Apollo Bay Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JULLIE G.

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

Clean and comfortable house in excellent location

We loved our stay here. The house was clean and very well stocked with all the necessities. The beds were comfortable and the view was lovely. The location was perfect with the Great Ocean Walk at the end of the street. We brought our dog along and he loved the balcony that went all around the house. He also loved the walks. The bird life was lovely too. The separate little unit downstairs was also ideal as my son and his wife stayed for the weekend. We would definitely stay at this property in the future. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Serenity

Great beach house with a view of the waves. Perfect for the family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia D.

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

Great two-family house

Great house for a beach holiday for two families (and their different pets) with the separate downstairs unit. Gorgeous outlook and views from the main house, abundant birdlife (and a resident koala!), and easy walk to the beach and Great Ocean Road track. House is spacious, comfortable and not too fancy so makes for a very good stay with pets and kids. Lovely wrap around verandah.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Reza P.

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

deficiency

No wifi connection No dishwasher No towels Cleanliness No recommendations at all
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine G.

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

A pleasant and relaxing stay

We really enjoyed our stay at this Marengo property. It was roomy and comfortable with heaps to do for the kids. The views of the sea were fantastic and we were minutes from the beach and the Apollo Bay shopping strip. The property was perfect for us (2 families with 8 adults and 4 kids) with ample room. There was even a family of king parrots who came to visit us everyday. Would come back again definitely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Crystal T.

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

Amazing view and walk to the beach

It was lovely waking up each morning to watch the sunrise over the ocean before walking down to the beach. Kids particularly loved the resident parrots that came to say hello. Bedding was great for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Beach Life

Had an amazing weekend at Harrison Street! The house was lovely, clean and cosy! The view of the ocean from the house was incredible! Would definitely visit again :)
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Good basic accomodation

We stayed here for a weekend away. The house is very basic but in a great location with views of the ocean! The second living area is not connected to the main part of the house. This was not described in the property description, which is a shame.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

JulieM

Great stay!

Terrific view, comfortable and clean. Loads of places to sleep! A good selection of books to browse too. The location was fantastic - out of the way - a quiet, dead end street - but oh so close to the Great Ocean Walk, with numerous paths to sandy and rocky beaches. We had some spectacular pink sunrises and deep red sunsets. It was windy when we were there and Marengo had a blackout, but that was fixed fairly quickly. The staff at the Real Estate Office were polite, friendly and professional, and handled our phone query about resetting the fuse box promptly and efficiently. The electric stove could do with an upgrade (it didn't heat up that well...or maybe I'm just too used to my quick gas stove, but everything else was A1. If you bring a dog in winter, if it's a small dog, think about bringing a kennel for it too as the balcony is secure but unprotected from the wind. A great stay, especially for nature lovers!
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Merilyn

Shocking experience with estate agent

Having asked two weeks prior to stay by email if we could possibly check out a bit later Easter Monday - their next day email reply stated - these are exact words from Christine ``` Checkout is strictly 3pm after Easter stays``. We checked out at 1pm and they took $45 from the credit card I had used to pay the booking (not even the one given on Bond) No explanation as to why, given the above email response from them regarding check out time, nothing at all. My email asking why (showing them their email) fell on deaf (and clearly rude and very unbusiness-like) ears. I will never use them again .
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Guest

Great Location, Bad Customer Service

Great Location in Marengo; The Accommodation is OK (3 stars) but Great Ocean Road Real Estate customer service is very average.
Archival

8/10 Good

Sally

Wonderful Family Holiday

Four of us (two sisters, brother and niece) really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house at Marengo Reef. The great variety of parrots and other birds visiting the balcony were a real treat, especially for our niece from UK. It was a very short stroll to the headland walking trail and an easy walk to the beach.
Archival

8/10 Good

Julie

Spectacular views

If you are looking for a relaxing getaway then look no further. From the lounge room, bedroom and deck you get spectacular ocean views. You are so close you can hear the waves as you drop off to sleep. If you like birds then prepare to be wowed. The native birds fly right onto the deck and have no problem getting up close. The house was clean on arrival and is quite welcoming. The gas log fire heater is good for the cold nights and really adds some charm. The beds are quite comfy and allow you to get a good nights rest. The unit dowstairs serves as the ideal teenage retreat. The only two negatives for me were the bathroom and kitchen in the main house. The bathroom really needs a make over and update and the lack of an oven really makes cooking for a family tricky. Apart from those two things loved the house, had an amazing holiday and would reccommend the house to others.
Archival

8/10 Good

Julie-Ann N.

Lovely place to stay

If you are looking for a place to unwind with the sounds of the ocean then this is the place. The views from the deck and the whole right side of the house are incredible. You can sit on the deck watching the waves roll in and enjoying the bird life that comes in very close. The house is warm and comfortable with an array of dvd's, books and games to keep everyone occupied. The downstairs unit offers some seperate accommodation if you are travelling with older teenagers or in a group. The only downsides are the bathroom and the kitchen in the main house. The bathroom really needs an update and while the kitchen provides all the pots and cutlery you need the lack of an oven really makes it difficult to cook for a family if you feel like eating in. Overall my family and i thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would consider returning for another stay in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jashan K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025