4/10 Poor
Jashan K.
Oct 26, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Jashan K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Surf Reef - Apollo Bay
Family-friendly stay with laundry facilities in Marengo
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Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Marengo, VIC
- Apollo Bay Coastal ReservePlace, Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve1 min walk
- Marengo Nature Conservation ReservePlace, Marengo Nature Conservation Reserve12 min walk
- Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal ReservePlace, Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve7 min drive
Room options
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).
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 - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
- Great Otway National Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
- Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
Getting around
- Avalon Airport (AVV) - 128 min drive
Restaurants
- George's Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Apollo Bay Hotel - 4 min drive
- Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - 4 min drive
- Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - 4 min drive
- Apollo Bay Seafood Cafe - 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 excluding long weekend and school holiday
Stay 7 Pay 5 May 1st - September 1st excluding long weekend and school holiday
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)
Firewood is only supplied from May to October.
Forced move in days may apply over peak times. See terms and conditions
Stay 7 Pay 5 May 1st - September 1st excluding long weekend and school holiday
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)
Firewood is only supplied from May to October.
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
- Service animals are exempt from fees
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.
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
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 15 reviews
10 - Excellent
5
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
8 - Good
5
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 15 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
7.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark J.
May 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Great beach house with a view of the waves. Perfect for the family
Mark J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Olivia D.
Jan 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Olivia D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
2/10 Terrible
Reza P.
Apr 11, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
deficiency
No wifi connection
No dishwasher
No towels
Cleanliness
No recommendations at all
Reza P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Josephine G.
Dec 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Josephine G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Crystal T.
Nov 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Crystal T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
JULLIE G.
Feb 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
JULLIE G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020