Title: IL Mare (expansive ocean views) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # IL Mare (expansive ocean views) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34013400/34013324/b3d4656e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34013400/34013324/fb0573b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34013400/34013324/e84be944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34013400/34013324/5992711c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34013400/34013324/a93a12d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a tranquil setting, Il Mare offers a serene beach house experience. With ocean views from downstairs bedroom suites, expansive decking for alfresco dining and sipping champagne, this home is perfect for couples or two small families looking to unwind in comfort. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### IL Mare (expansive ocean views) ‘“IL Mare” is a private 4 bedroom two story beach house recently refurbished to create a sense of style relaxed living and tranquility. Downstairs consists of two very large bedroom suites. A King and a Queen which enjoy ocean views and have their own bathroom/ ensuite. Each bedroom has a sitting/reading area . (The King suite has a TV best suited for use with a HDMI cable to your device. the Queen suite has a TV with free to air chanels ) Up stairs consist of two further bedrooms . One with bunk bed and the other a trilogy bunk bed (single and double). The living area features a large scale lounge room with comfortable lounges, a smart TV, wood heating, separate dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave oven. Decking runs along the width of the home front and back , ideal outdoor spaces where you can enjoy sipping a glass of champagne or alfresco dining. Indulge in a romantic getaway or ideal for two families " Il Mare " can be enjoyed as a romantic getaway for couples that want to enjoy space and privacy but it is also ideal to accommodate two small families , The home is a short stroll to the beach (120 meters to G.O.R.) and a glorious 5 minute drive to Apollo Bay along one of Australia's premiere beaches. The home has a laundry. Private , peaceful and relaxing Il Mare is only a very short walk beautiful Skenes Creek Beach. Enjoy watching surfers catch a wave from the extensive decking or walk down a grassy path to the beach , Skenes Creek Estuary and Stream. The home is elevated enjoying lovely sea breezes in summer or light the slow combustion heater and watch the storms roll in in Winter. Il Mare is a short drive to Apollo Bay or a pleasant 35 minute invigorating walk along the beach to the town center, Enjoy a wonderful "Australian" beach holiday within sight of town in a relaxed and uncrowded environment. A maximum of 9 guests are allowed on the property. A maximum of 3 cars are allowed on the property. Furniture is not to be moved. The house is to be left in a clean and tidy state upon departure. All dishes and utensils are to left clean and put away in draws and cupboards. Any breakages are to be reported to the owner. Please note that a security camera operates in the driveway of the property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### 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 Pets not allowed ### 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock 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 ### Property is also known as IL Mare Il Mare Expansive Ocean Views IL Mare (expansive ocean views) IL Mare (expansive ocean views) Private vacation home IL Mare (expansive ocean views) Apollo Bay/ Skenes Creek 67098 ## About the area [Visit our Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.dx6023180) [View more Vacation homes in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific](https://www.expedia.ca/Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6023180-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.73130%2C143.70800&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o6h9GAjuyeEFDqvzgB1POSZ_gU8=) Apollo Bay/ Skenes Creek, VIC ### What's nearby - Old Cable Station Museum - 6 min drive - 3.3 km - Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 9 min drive - 5.9 km - Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 11 min drive - 6.6 km - Marriners Lookout - 11 min drive - 7.0 km - Apollo Bay Harbour - 11 min drive - 7.4 km ### Restaurants - ‪George's Food Court - ‬5 min drive - ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬6 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-Op - ‬6 min drive - ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Chopstix Asian Noodle Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is IL Mare (expansive ocean views) pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at IL Mare (expansive ocean views) ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at IL Mare (expansive ocean views) ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is IL Mare (expansive ocean views) located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Old Cable Station Museum and Wild Dog Creek Streamside Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question