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Mariners Retreat Unrivalled Ocean and River Views

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Terrace/patio
TV, offices
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6190.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean Grove, Victoria
  • Ocean Grove Education Area
    2 min drive
  • Groove Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Drysdale Station
    12 min drive
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    23 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Mariners Retreat Unrivalled Ocean and River Views

Summary:
‘Mariner's Retreat’ is a private haven, set high on the hill overlooking the convergent waterways of the Barwon River as it meets Bass Strait. This modern Australian beach-scape style villa is best described as an observatory over waterways and sky, with the imposing limestone cliffs of the Barwon Heads Bluff the prime focus. Contemporary features, coastal gardens, and outdoor entertaining offer the essence of relaxed, seaside living, just a short stroll to Blue Water’s Lake and The Groove Cafe.

The Space:
This stunning 3-bedroom home offers an unforgettable lifestyle experience. Occupying a commanding position with breathtaking Barwon Heads Bluff, ocean and estuary views, you will feel on top of the world. This place has it all to elevate your days - up here you will hear the roaring ocean acoustics and feel the cool sea breeze throughout the home.

The spacious, light-filled, open plan concept celebrates its south-facing aspect. Banks of floor-to-ceiling windows flood the stylish interiors with warm natural light and unobstructed views so you can gaze upon the silhouettes of the natural assets beyond. This culturally rich heritage area is a celebrated marine environment, known as the Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary.

Set in a quiet and exclusive cul-de-sac with no through traffic, this stunning three-bedroom residence is finished to the highest level, with distinctive cypress cladding serving to settle the home into its natural environment. The upper level incorporates an open plan living, kitchen and dining area with split system air conditioning and ceiling fans. Curl up on the comfy lounge and watch a movie on the TV (Smart TV - log in with your own Netflix/streaming account details to resume your own viewing history), relax with Wi-Fi and a great book, or be mesmerised by the views... An adjoining outdoor entertaining area with a BBQ and dining setting offers alfresco living with a spectacular aspect.

Beautifully decorated and set up to accommodate up to 6 guests, this is an ideal setting for a memorable family holiday, groups of friends or executive travellers. The kitchen offers high quality amenities including a coffee pod machine (starter set of coffee pods provided on arrival), combined with world-class views to make meal preparation a delight, and an adjoining dining area.

All bedrooms are beautifully appointed with hotel quality sheets and bath towels, making your stay as pleasurable as possible. The King-size master bedroom (with ensuite) is upstairs, embracing beautiful sea views. The Queen bedroom downstairs features water views and a TV, while the second Queen room overlooks the garden. Both have electric wall heaters and are serviced by a central bathroom (bath, shower, vanity) with a separate toilet.

Bed Configuration Summary:

Master bedroom – King Bed with ensuite
Bedroom 2 – Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 – Queen Bed

Close proximity to The Groove Café and Blue Water’s Lake will delight, with your morning ritual including a leisurely walk around the lake with a takeaway coffee while you admire the abundant birdlife. The main Ocean Grove shopping and dining precinct is a short 5-minute drive. Connected to nature via commanding views of the estuary, sea and sky, we hope your visit to ‘Mariner's Retreat’ offers a unique opportunity to live the idyllic coastal dream during your time in Ocean Grove.


**NOTES:
*You must agree to our terms and conditions to book this property.
*All bookings are subject to approval from host.
*Strictly no pets, parties or smoking.

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the whole property. Parking only in the driveway of this Unit, or the visitor carpark. Not on the shared road/kerb within the Estate please.

The Neighborhood:
This residence is located in a safe and friendly private estate: Barwon Views Estate.
It is ideal for both the adventurous and those who want to kick back and relax.
All within the immediate area: surfing, windsurfing, SUPing (Stand Up Paddle), diving, bike riding, running paths, skateboarding, fishing and golf. If sitting back and relaxing is more your thing then choose from many of the beautiful surrounding beaches, parklands, cafes, bars, restaurants, spas, shops or designer boutiques to spend your time.

There are great cafes, bars and many restaurants on The Terrace, plus boutiques, clothing, shoes, swimwear, books, homewares and much more.

Ocean Grove has a beautiful coastline for walking, swimming and surfing. Enjoy the glorious walks around the lake, along the riverside trails or the beachfront.

Getting Around:
Mariner's Retreat is within easy walking/riding distance to parkland and Blue Waters Lake Reserve. The Groove Café is the local favourite shop to get your morning coffee, yummy lunches and ready meals. More shops, cafes, restaurants and supermarkets can be found in three distinct shopping areas (The Terrace (main street), Kingston Village or Ocean Grove Marketplace. A single garage and driveway provide off-street parking for two cars, plus one designated spot in the Visitor’s car park. Strictly no parking on the garden edges of the Estate.

Closest train station 25km away (Geelong station) for V/Line train Geelong- Melbourne.
Ocean Grove is 1 hour 25 mins by car from Melbourne.

Other Things to Note:
**NOTES:
*Please park in designated carparks only. Fines apply to anyone who parks on the 'common space' on edge of driveways. A single garage and driveway provide off-street parking for two cars, plus one designated spot in the Visitor’s car park.
*You must agree to our terms and conditions to book this property.
*All bookings are subject to approval from host.
*Strictly no pets, parties or smoking.

Interaction with Guests:
Ocean Edge staff are always nearby and can be contacted by phone or email. Please contact us directly with any issues so that we can rectify them promptly. We would appreciate the opportunity to make improvements based on your feedback and we want you to have an enjoyable stay.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve. The apartment offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • 11 minutes on foot from Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and a 2-minute drive from Ocean Grove Education Area
Mariners Retreat Unrivalled Ocean and River Views offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ocean Grove apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Ocean Edge Holiday Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

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
  • Unit size: 2,045 square feet

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 cash
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Mariners Retreat Unrivalled Ocean and River Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SAI KIN KENT

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view, cleanness, cozy. This is excellent for holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dian J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with amazing views
Service was amazing, house was amazing, views were amazing overall had an amazing stay in ocean grove
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

gavin w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Views
This was a great house for a family in a quiet area. The house was very clean, quiet and comfortable with fantastic views over the water to the bluff and Barwon Heads. Great park for kids at the end of the street and a short drive to main street and beach. Windows to open in the master bedroom would've been good on warm days and steps would be a bit tricky if you were elderly or have small children. Overall the house and location was great and we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace, tranquillity and a killer view!
Superb house set back from the beach. First class facilities, views and administration. A stunning Ocean Grove find!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zeina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely space
We had a lovely weekend here. We walked into Barwon Heads for breakfast, and the property was perfectly equipped with everything we need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lanes stay
Selected the property for the views and was not disappointed We are short elderly people, needed to be a young basketballer to reach some controls and switches Second bathroom is very parley designed and would be a serious problem had there been two couples staying in the bottom bedrooms Suggest you need many towels as every thing is wet after each person has a shower
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022