Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront, Cosy, Pet Friendly , Massive Deck | House in Skenes Creek

9.8 (166 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  7 Guests
Skenes Creek House | Thalasa Cottage - Absolute Oceanfront, Cosy, Pet Friendly , Massive Deck

3 Bedroom House in Skenes Creek

Fabulous ocean views.
Charming early 60's retro beach cottage lovingly restored with polished timber floors, open fire, wall panel heaters in all bedrooms and complimentary high speed NBN internet. Massive 80m2 deck overlooking the beach.
Two minute walk to Skenes Beach (swimming, surfing, fishing) plus plenty of nearby beach and bush walks on your doorstep.
Five minute scenic, coastal drive to Apollo Bay township (5kms away).
2 NIGHT MINIMUM (sorry, no 1 night enquiries, thanks).
Massive timber deck, with 5 burner gas BBQ, drinks fridge, outdoor dining & deck chairs. Enjoy meals outdoors with some of the best beach views along the Great Ocean Road. Hand feed Cockatoos, Rosellas and King Parrots at the same time.
Well-equipped kitchen with new gas stove, new large french door fridge, dishwasher and microwave
Bathroom/laundry with dual hand basins, shower (above bath), bath, washing machine and tumble dryer
2 LCD TV's (lounge room and bedroom 2 - ideal for kids) each with DVD player. Popular and recent DVD movies for all age groups. Excellent digital TV reception.
UE Boom for musical connectivity to smart phones.
Well equipped desk with free Internet NBN, 50Mbps fast connection. Includes free WI-FI connection (reasonable usage applies)
Covered doonas and Tontine pillows are provided. Guests BYO sheets, pillowcases and towels. An optional linen service can be provided at a small additional cost.
Heaps of popular board games, jigsaws, cards and books to read .
No air conditioning or fans, all windows open to enjoy Nature's fresh sea breezes instead!!
Sorry, NO Schoolies
Discount applies to all off-peak repeat clients and all off-peak 7+ night bookings.
Thalasa Cottage has many clients who stay regularly and treasure the property as their own beach house.
Family Friendly and Pet Friendly
Sleeps up to 7 people in 3 Bedrooms
(Bed 1) 1 x Queen size ; (Bed 2) 1 x Queen size + 1 x single bed; (Bed 3*) 2 x single beds.
*Note, 3rd bedroom is not a separate private room, but a smaller sun room area with 2 single beds, which also provides walk-thru access to bedroom 2 and bathroom/laundry/toilet.
Indoors: Extensive selection of DVD's, videos, books, games and puzzles.
Facilities
Shower over Bath, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, CD Player, DVD, Gas stove, Internet access, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Log fires, Stereo, Local Telephone, Television, Off street parking, VCR, Videos/DVDs Supplied
Family Friendly
Games/videos for children under 5 available, Games/videos for children between 5 and 12 available, Games/videos for children over 12 available, Fenced/safe outdoor play area
Pet Friendly
Small-medium sized dogs are permitted, Pets are permitted inside, Secure, fully fenced running area.
Whilst we are happy to allow family pets inside the cottage, we do have a strict policy of no pets on couches, chairs or beds due to hygiene and allergy concerns for future guests.
Please note the property is not fenced but the deck is a fully enclosed 80m2 area.
The massive deck with gates at each end, looks directly out to sea - your 4-legged friend(s) will love 'patrolling' the deck!
Locality and Local Activities
Unbeatable location and views. Located only 100 meters from Skenes Creek beach with a magnificent, uninterrupted ocean view.
There are many enjoyable walks including walking into Apollo Bay township along the beach (5kms) or going inland on numerous bush walks.
Less than 5 minutes walk to the beach
You can easily walk all the (gravel/unmade) streets and country lanes around Skenes Creek, there is rarely any traffic
4WD tour operators located nearby
Bushwalking and wilderness experiences located nearby
Bushwalking maps provided,
Located near a National Park
Fishing spots available nearby, boat parking available onsite
Golf course located nearby

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Laundry, Parking, View, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Skenes Creek. Enjoy your stay in Skenes Creek at this House.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
Entertainment
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • TV
  • DVD player
General
  • English
  • Near the ocean
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Sam F.
Dec 16, 2025 02:19:52 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We loved it here!Great old style beach house with an amazing view. It's only a 5 min drive to Apollo Bay. The host was great with all the information and the home is well equiped and such a relaxed feel. We can not wait to stay here again with our dog
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FAQ's

Is this Skenes Creek house pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Skenes Creek house have a swimming pool?

No, this Skenes Creek house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Skenes Creek house?

Best-rates for the Skenes Creek house starts from $287 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, Parking, View, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, TV, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, Kitchen with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Skenes Creek house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Skenes Creek house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Skenes Creek house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Skenes Creek house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Skenes Creek house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Skenes Creek house?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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