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The Boomerangs

4.5 star property
Upscale beach cottage with windsurfing

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The Boomerang: Possum | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Spa

Explore the area

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3815 Great Ocean Road, Johanna, VIC, 3238
  • Place, Johanna Beach
    โ€ช12 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Maits Rest Rainforest Walk
    โ€ช22 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
    โ€ช34 min driveโ€ฌ

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The Boomerang: Blue Wren

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Boomerang: Tree Frog

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Boomerang: Possum | Interior

The Boomerang: Possum

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Johanna

Steps from the beach.At this Johanna cottage, you'll be within 16 miles (25 km) of Maits Rest Rainforest Walk and 20 miles (32 km) of Otway Fly Treetop Adventures. Cape Otway Lightstation and Triplet Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Johanna Beach - 12 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Maits Rest Rainforest Walk - 22 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Cape Otway Lightstation - 34 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Otway Fly Treetop Adventures - 34 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • The Twelve Apostles - 49 min drive - 36.6 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 170 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชYatzies - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชThe Perch at Lavers Hill - โ€ฌ6 min drive
  • โ€ชLavers Hill Pub - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชOtway Junction Motor Inn - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชGood Food Van - โ€ฌ10 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.

The Boomerangs

Upscale beach cottage with windsurfing
As a guest of The Boomerangs, you'll find a hot tub, spa services, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Johanna cottage.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1997
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Boomerangs offers 3 accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3โ€“5 people or up to 10 devices)). 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include hot stone massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach (direct access)

Pool/Spa

  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Private indoor hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free crib
  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Games
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Vegetable garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pets stay free
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • No housekeeping service
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycle parking
  • Built in 1997
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Solar energy
  • Vegetable garden
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 professionally cleaned
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the cottage before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Boomerangs House Johanna
Boomerangs Johanna
The Boomerangs Cottage
The Boomerangs Johanna
The Boomerangs Cottage Johanna

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boomerangs to the airport?

The Boomerangs is 138.8 mi (170-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boomerangs?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boomerangs on Nov 4, 2025 start from $355.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Boomerangs have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Boomerangs.

How close is The Boomerangs to the beach?

This cottage is 3.2 mi (16-min drive) from Johanna Beach and 3.7 mi (13-min drive) from Sutherland. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Boomerangs offer free breakfast?

The Boomerangs does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boomerangs?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Boomerangs?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boomerangs?

This cottage offers free self parking.

Does The Boomerangs have a pool?

The Boomerangs does not have a pool.

Does The Boomerangs have a spa?

This cottage doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is The Boomerangs to downtown Johanna?

The Boomerangs is 0.4 mi away from Johanna.

The Boomerangs Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great cosy cabin perfect to relax, rest and indulge in nature. A much better quality toilet paper and bath robes would have been great to have had which would have made the experience beyond amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Would recommend it to anyone who wants to travel the ocean road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location just 10 minutes drive from Johanna Beach, with picturesque scenery and great vibes. Blue the Customer Relations trainee also provided an excellent welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great to wind down, beautiful location, excellent hosts. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jiwen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect stay within mountains

Aprt from you need bring some food. Otherwise a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Delightful

Amazing and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Fabrice, Geelon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful well design houses in a magnificient bush setting with warm welcome by the owners. Great place to get away from city life and workplaces
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most amazing amount of birds can be seen from the deck and the garden is lovely. The stars at night seem like a movie set.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Azmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

The place is quite, comfy, has nice views, and great amenities. We particularly liked the fire place. It's within 20-30 minutes drive to wonderful hikes in the Outway park and Apollo bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise

Excellent all rounder, family stay with two young children. Most gorgeous beaches nearby which are not thronged unlike others on Great Ocean Road, forests in other direction, quiet, what more would you want.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice spot and good weekend

We had a good weekend at the Boomerang recently. Accommodation was very clean and we had everything we needed. Beautiful garden and nice views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chung tai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stayed

The cottage is great and comfortable, clean , and owner mark is very welcoming

10/10 Excellent

Bang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Craig, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owners are super friendly and great to deal with. We have to say we were a bit thrown when we saw the actual size of the cabins, a lot smaller in real life. The photos are a bit old (taken when they were new). The view of the ocean is now hidden by trees and itโ€™s a long way away. We were depending on WIFI to do our research and planning for our stay in the otways (there is only Telstra mobile available in the area, which we donโ€™t have) but their WiFi went from very poor to nothing at all for most of our stay. The boomerang designed cabins may sound novel but in reality it meant for some odd shaped rooms. The double bed barely fitted in our room and one side was inaccessible. The bathroom was located at the other end of the boomerang which was inconvenient. We had a 5th person who was set up on a cot in the main living space which has no blinds or curtains. The early morning sun slapped them in the face. The views are great though, and the kitchen was fully equipped with everything youโ€™d need. As the price is the same as some nicer resorts we have stayed at around Australia we arenโ€™t inclined to return but it was generally a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Adelaide, SA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, friendly owners, Hanna (dog) is great guest relations rep. Wonderful place and would love to stay longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem of a place in Johanna

Absolutely brilliant stay in Johanna, especially while on a Great Ocean Rd road trip. Perfect location, great accommodation, nice views, and close to the lovely Johanna Beach. The cottage was spacious, welcoming, clean, tidy and had all the self-contained kitchen amenities you'd ever need to cook up a feast. We particularly enjoyed the spa and the crackling fireplace - a great combination in winter! Ros & Mark were amazing, friendly and so kind to mail us back two items that we had accidentally left behind. Thanks so much, can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

BYUNGSEOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value ,comfort house

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel along the Great Ocean Road

After a 4 hour drive from Melbourne we were glad to stop. The Boomerangs offer great accommodation in quiet surrounds with beautiful views just minutes from the Ocean. Hannah the dog also makes sure you have a welcome arrival.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic country getaway

Excellent getaway, quiet and secluded, fantastic views, clean and comfortable, only challenge being food options you really must bring food or plan on where to eat ahead

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cottages in a quiet, rural setting.

Lovely cottages offering privacy in a beautiful setting. It was very cold while we were there but we had a great stock of firewood on hand as well as air conditioning. We had a bottle of bubbly waiting for us in the fridge.

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Australia - VIC - Ballarat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Brand new; Value: Acceptable price; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

10/10 Excellent

rodney, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line, State of the art; Value: Amazing; Service: Remarkable; Cleanliness: Spotless; just a great place to take the one u love and relax