Walshan House - Private home in the bush

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, bed sheets

About this house rental

Situated in Apollo Bay, this attractive house for $374 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. If you've been looking for a private home in the bush, but that is still close to the beach and town conveniences, then this is it. Set on 1.5 acres of garden and orchards and surrounded by the Great Otway National Park, Walshan House offers privacy in a beautiful natural environment. This two level, fairy tale, mud brick home features beautiful timber French doors with lead light, Wisteria lined veranda and antique furniture. The double height entry and dining area gives a feeling of open space and light. The lounge area has a wood fire, TV, DVD and a piano. There is also a second lounge/sun room which is the perfect place to read, or just watch the clouds roll by. This sun room also houses a large selection of games, jig saw puzzles and children's toys. There is a queen bedroom and a bathroom on this level too. The bathroom has a built in bath in the window looking out onto the National Park. Upstairs there is an open, mezzanine level featuring a four poster queen size bed with doors onto an ocean view rooftop deck. There is also a single bed with trundle underneath on this level, along with a bathroom. Double doors from the dining area lead out on to the deck and paved BBQ area. The large, mowed grass area around the house provides plenty of space for a game of cricket or football. Walshan House is located on the Great Ocean Road at Marengo, only a 5 minute drive into Apollo Bay to restaurants, cafes, shops, and a great swimming beach. Shelley Beach is close by, and is part of the Great Ocean Walk along the coast and through the National Park. Bedding Configuration: Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed (downstairs) Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed & 1 x Single with trundle (upstairs)

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Fireplace
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV

Map of Apollo Bay

Reviews

4.5/5.0
Excellent(30 Reviews)
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Aug 2023
We really loved this house for its rustic, old time vibes and artful and architectural elements. While it’s a little old in places it makes up for it with rustic charm. However we stayed in late winter and it was bone cold. Two little inadequate radiators, no amount of firewood was going to break that chill. It really detracted from our stay. No one likes to be bed ridden because of the cold.
5.0
Nov 2022
private, well appointed, lots of toys for kids, lovely fireplace
5.0
Jun 2022
Peaceful and perfect Very private Large bedrooms and bathrooms It was pretty cold but the fire kept us warm and toasty. Highly recommended
5.0
Jun 2022
Perfect
Perfect
Peaceful and perfect Very private Large bedrooms and bathrooms It was pretty cold but the fire kept us warm and toasty. Highly recommended
5.0
Apr 2022
Great base for exploring the area, close enough to town but with a feeling of seclusion. Ideal for young children.
5.0
Apr 2022
Perfect rustic getaway
Perfect rustic getaway
Great base for exploring the area, close enough to town but with a feeling of seclusion. Ideal for young children.
5.0
Apr 2022
Charming house in ideal location
Charming house in ideal location
My partner and I came here with my parents. The location was ideal, a short drive to the main Street in Apollo bay but hidden away in the bush. The property was cozy, full of charm and had everything we needed for a relaxing long weekend. Would highly recommend.
3.0
star 4 emptystar 5 empty
Mar 2022
We loved the look of Walshan House, and chose it for its rustic charm, peaceful and secluded property photos, and description. On arrival, the grounds looked lovely, with the tall trees & the lush green grass surrounds. Entering the home, the room that caught our eyes was the lower step down sunroom area with the large window overlooking the front which was nice to later watch magpies and parakeets & fairy-wrens feed from a bird feeder. The home looked to be very well stocked with your usual amenities, plus extra things to help make our stay more entertained with DVDs, books, a piano and even a sunshade for the beach which came in handy. There is a lot of home decor on the walls which adds to the rustic charm, but on closer look, there are a lot of cobwebs and spider webs in many areas including these items on the walls, especially upstairs. There are no curtains in either bathrooms or on any of the other windows, so if you are used to privacy at night when the lights are on, this may make you feel uncomfortable. Of course the views are lovely without the curtains during the day, but it would be so much better if the window were clean as well. The covers/blankets on the couch downstairs don’t appear to have been washed for some time as they have a dusty smell which gave a family member terrible hay fever and they weren’t able to sit on or near the couches to watch a movie with the family. I think the most disappointing thing for us was on our first night when the temperature dropped; we were really looking forward to lighting up the fireplace, but discovered that the flue was blocked. As a result the smoke had nowhere to go, except for inside the house. So we had to rely on the 2 small radiator heaters to heat such a large home. The next morning we rang management & they were kind enough to bring over more radiator heaters, but we missed out on sitting by the fire. The kitchen could use a dish rack & some tea towels that actually do wipe. Sitting on the upper deck, on the deck chairs provided, was lovely & so peaceful watching the clouds drift by, & listening to the distant waves & bird life. The night sky is magical when the stars & the Milky Way started to sparkle, & that was also a lovely moment to experience together. Overall, we enjoyed our stay together as a family getaway where there were no electronic game distractions. It was nice to spend good quality time, in lovely peaceful surrounds, in a down to earth home.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Apollo Bay?

The average price for a rental in Apollo Bay is $293 per night. This rental is $81 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Walshan House - Private home in the bush. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Walshan House - Private home in the bush pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Walshan House - Private home in the bush?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, fireplace, balcony / patio, hot tub / spa, and tv.

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