Title: By the Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # By the Beach ## Photo gallery for By the Beach ![Outdoor dining - By the Beach (Apollo Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90217300/90217240/a794edb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - By the Beach (Apollo Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90217300/90217240/w3070h4094x0y0-08c2ae64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - By the Beach (Apollo Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90217300/90217240/df973d2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - By the Beach (Apollo Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90217300/90217240/3e276e0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets - By the Beach (Apollo Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90217300/90217240/dec8fcb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In Apollo Bay, Paradise by the Sea invites you to a tranquil retreat surrounded by the magical Otways. Enjoy comfortable living for 6 with an ensuite, main bathroom, and separate toilet. Relax on the covered deck with BBQ facilities or unwind in your outdoor shower after a day at the beach. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### By the Beach Welcome to Paradise by the Sea. Perfect for a family holiday in beautiful Apollo Bay. 400 mtr walk to the beach, 10 min walk to the heart of town, the magical Otways as your backdrop. House accommodates 6 people comfortably, 2 x Queen size Beds & 2 Single Beds, Ensuite, Main Bathroom, Sep Toilet, Outdoor shower for washing off the sand after a beach outing. Beautiful outdoor covered deck with BBQ, you may even see a Koala in the trees at the rear of the porperty. Linen Provided. You just need to BYO beach towels. Apollo Bay is a magnificent seaside retreat to explore and enjoy, whether you choose to explore the many walks through the surrounding Otway Ranges or just sit and relax on the beach, the possibilities are many and varied. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Top Lodge - Two Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7270900/7270880/009a5baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seafarers Getaway Apollo Bay - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 857 reviews CA $309 CA $342 total includes taxes & fees Mar 17 - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Apollo Bay, this vacation home is by the sea. Apollo Bay Museum and Old Cable Station Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. 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Steep walk up but worth it. Cute little lambs on the walk up too!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8137/8b9fcc31-73ba-4dc1-b0bd-30c7997dfe0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marriners Lookout 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Apollo Bay Golf Club 2 min drive \- 1.6 km ### Restaurants - Apollo Bay Hotel 19 min walk - George's Restaurant 18 min walk - Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar 18 min walk - Great Ocean Road Brewhouse 3 min drive - Fusion Space Cafe & Restaurant 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is By the Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at By the Beach? ### What time is check-out at By the Beach? ### Where is By the Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## By the Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne K. Nov 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### mid week escape Really enjoyed our 2 night stay at this property. House is neat and clean, close to the beach, lovely views looking out to the Otway ranges, and comfortable beds. Great for a family and lovely to be able to take our dog along. ##### Anne K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter B. Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Austrians down under House was perfect for our requirements. Close to beaches and 15 minute walk to town facilities. Lots to see in the Ottway forest region ##### Peter B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina K. Nov 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Katrina We enjoyed our stay the house was clean and tidy, comfortable bed and nice secure yard for our fur baby. ##### Katrina K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Scott F. Jan 24, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great Location, Housekeeping Improvements Needed. The house had a great location. The beds and pillows were comfortable, which is very important to me. However, there were some issues with housekeeping. Some of the kitchen plates and serving dishes had chipped edges. The quality of the pots was not good—not even average, in my opinion. They didn’t provide an unused dishcloth; I didn’t want to use the sponge or cloth left behind by others. There was no dishwasher. We couldn’t use the washing machine because it was broken—it wouldn’t drain water. The sheets and bathroom were clean, but the house hadn’t been properly vacuumed; there were pieces of dry dog food left on the floor from previous guests. Honestly, the location of the house is fantastic, the house has much more potential. With better housekeeping, it could be a very good place to stay. ##### Scott F. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn L. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay This place had everything we needed. A quiet spot close to the beach and shops. A comfortable home with an cosy atmosphere and lovely deck. Everything was as advertised. We would definitely stay again. ##### Robyn L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle B. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very relaxing Thank you for a most welcoming, relaxing stay - greatly appreciated ##### Michelle B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garry C. Feb 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay in Apollo Bay. Our family had a comfortable and relaxing stay in this accommodation. Enough space for 5 adults, infant and pet. We didn’t need a cot for our stay. Location was central and walkable to the town centre. Owner replied in a timely manner with regards to our queries. We would be happy to stay again in the future. ##### Garry C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023