Title: parkwood cottage Otways - 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 # parkwood cottage Otways Cottage in Lavers Hill with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30666700/30666691/4f64a0be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30666700/30666691/419677cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30666700/30666691/40ff73da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30666700/30666691/cfb27d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30670000/30666700/30666691/c608ca64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on the Great Ocean Road at Lavers Hill, Parkwood cottage is nestled in 13 acres of natural rainforest. Unwind with a wood fire, relax in the spa, or BBQ under the stars while listening to local birds and spotting glowworms at night. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Hot tub - Fireplace - Kitchen - 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. ### parkwood cottage Otways Parkwood cottage is located at Parkwood a 20 acre property on the Great Ocean Road at Lavers Hill. The property has 13 acres of natural rainforest and is home to many local birds and creatures, such as glowworms, which can be seen at night. The property is located 15 mins drive from Johanna Beach and 40 mins from the famous 12 apostles. You can walk to the small town of Lavers Hill and enjoy a meal out in one of the local eateries. The cottage boasts a wood fire, spa, bbq, well equipped kitchen, and tv/dvd player. Linen is provided along with tea and coffee. The perfect place to relax and unwind or to base yourself while exploring the otways or great ocean road ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Surfing/bodyboarding 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) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33572000/33571904/c3b64e43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded one bedroom spa cottage JOHANNA - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=33571904&PinnedHotelID=33571904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99394400/99394361/edb2da86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rehab155 @Destination M: relax, reconnect, imagine Gellibrand Lower - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 14 reviews CA $215 CA $241 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=99394361&PinnedHotelID=99394361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56970000/56961500/56961461/ac6d4f83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GONE SURFIN - Great Ocean Road! 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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 ### Property is also known as Parkwood Cottage Otways lavers hill Parkwood Otways lavers hill Parkwood Otways Parkwood Otways Lavers Hill Parkwood Cottage Otways Cottage Parkwood Cottage Otways Lavers Hill Parkwood Cottage Otways Cottage Lavers Hill 13166 ## About the area ![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-38.68557%2C143.38036&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Eso9O4tRDaA7Va5SEnNknQmjc0Q=) lavers hill, VIC #### What's nearby - Johanna Beach - 20 min drive - 17.3 km - Otway Fly Treetop Adventures - 28 min drive - 24.8 km - Maits Rest Rainforest Walk - 30 min drive - 39.4 km - The Twelve Apostles - 41 min drive - 47.3 km - The Redwoods Otways - 41 min drive - 33.8 km #### Getting around - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 126 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Yatzies - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Perch at Lavers Hill - ‬15 min walk - ‪Lavers Hill Pub - ‬8 min walk - ‪Otway Junction Motor Inn - ‬17 min walk - ‪Good Food Van - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is parkwood cottage Otways pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at parkwood cottage Otways? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at parkwood cottage Otways? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is parkwood cottage Otways located? > Situated in Lavers Hill, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Great Otway National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Johanna Falls Scenic Reserve and Crinoline Creek Reference Area. Johanna Beach and Aire River Wildlife Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## parkwood cottage Otways Reviews 9.6 ### 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 86 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.6/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Mari G. Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay Enjoyed our stay. Nice little cottage. Loved the fire place ##### Anna Mari G. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim T. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax among the forest I had the best relaxing time here. Was fantasic to just unwind away from the hustle and bustle. Nicely located away from everything in the area but close enough for a day trip.Will stay here again the in future ##### Kim T. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew G. Jan 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil dog friendly cottage Loved this place for its peacefulness, coziness and being dog friendly. ##### Matthew G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful cottage stay A beautiful cottage in the most picture perfect setting, everything you need for a relaxing get away. The bird life was incredible and the walks around the property delightful Great base for travels along the Great Ocean Road but just as perfect to sit still and relax ##### Michelle C. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie K. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Getaway! Awesome!!! Who needs the Northern Lights when you've got the glow worms 🐛 ##### Kylie K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney Y. Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lavers Hill Cottage Loved the stay, quiet and peacefu , just want I was looking for. We thourally enjoyed every minute. Thank you. ##### Rodney Y. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith O. Feb 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace & quiet An idylic location set in bushland provided me the privacy and peace that I was seeking ##### Judith O. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael F. May 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice weekend except no hot water Beautiful cottage and location. Our only gripe was the hot water was all gone after half a shower! ##### Michael F. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond F. May 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Special place in the Otways It is a really pretty place to stay and explore the Otways . We had a great time and Parkwood cottage did everything except show us a platapus!! Highly recommend and very dog friendly being so well fenced . Thanks Kim Ray and Rose from Perth ##### Raymond F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anatoly O. Dec 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Save this address for a rainy day... better, more :) We enjoyed a very private and quiet settings of this place and our host's attention to the detaiis.A fireplace made our day, rather night! Cosy and romantic, especially great when it is raining.There was virtually no TV reception - bring your own selection of dvds or use available collection. ##### Anatoly O. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rena L. Jun 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for both people and dogs We have begun booking stays only at pet friendly locations. This was a beautiful place with a lovely fenced front yard. The stove was set up to start a fire quickly, lots of firewood to keep us warm and simply lovely views through the windows. We were able to go off and explore the surrounding areas easily and there are so many options to choose from. We loved it and may be back one day. ##### Rena L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### graham r. Apr 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet cottage in excellent location We had a wonderful time at this extremely quiet cottage which was set in beautiful forest. Its location suited us very well for doing walks on the Great Ocean Road. It was very convenient to drive 1 kilometre to the town of Lavers Hill where we enjoyed good quality pub food and friendly service at The Otway junction Motor Inn. The only possible down side was the poor TV reception. ##### graham r. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary-Anne S., Adelaide Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical forest retreat We had a lovely relaxing time in this cosy little cottage. The views from everywindow were breathtaking, the fire (as well as back up heating if you're feeling lazy) kept lovely and warm and soaking in the spa after a days walk was a nice treat. Loved strolling down the property through the rainforest at night to see the glow worms. Our host seemed lovely, we didn't see much of him because the cottage is nice and secluded, but he was very quick to respond to any questions. We would love to come back and highly recommend staying ##### Mary-Anne S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bianca V. Feb 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A nature's lovers dream. We would highly recommend staying at Parkwood cottage. Very peacful and relaxing. The private rainforest and billabong are a winner. Lots of birds and we were able to see glow-worms. Johanna beach is a short drive away, pet friendly and beautiful. We will definitely be returning. Thank you Kim! ##### Bianca V. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew G. Oct 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fire Very nice fire was readily stocked and easy to light ##### Andrew G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael S. Jul 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely amazing property Amazing place to stay the property and the cottage is stunning and is in the perfect location to explore the great Ocean road, I took my dog with me and the property was perfect for him also ##### Michael S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Ashley Apr 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Private and secluded. Spa was lovely. No heating on to welcome our arrival such as a weak reverse cycle which was basically almost had it anyway. No instructions for Coonara use. Took approx 2 hours to get the cabin warm as it was a cold night. No TV reception at times which I followed up with the host but it ittermitently worked. Blocked bathroom basin so we didn't use it. Cleanliness was great, bed comfy and warm, furnishings rustic but too our style if you like that. Allow the Coonara to warm it up first if cold, go out and come back later is my advice. Glow worms were a bonus. Entry and exit from property is a bit hazardous as it's on a bend. Slow right down and indicate. ##### Ashley Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanika S. Feb 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage Secluded yet close to all the sights around the Otways. Cosy and clean. Wonderful host. ##### Tanika S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thi Thu Thao N. Jan 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Better then expected. Beautiful location with an amazing yard. A forest! Also great communication from Kim. Cottage was beautiful. My friends are already asking about this! I am recommended indeed. ##### Thi Thu Thao N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. Sep 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful secluded property.....a place of peace and tranquillity. Comfy bed, cosy wood fire with great supply of wood, everything you need is there in a lovely space. ##### Janet H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### belinda w. Jul 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning location Such a beautiful little spot ##### belinda w. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication My Wife and I had an amazing stay at Parkwood Cottage. A fantastic place for a disconnected holiday with a beautiful setting, ample space to wander on the property and privacy from the primary property. The cabin is furnished with everything you might need for a cozy weekend away with firewood for the firepalce and a split system, suitable TV and lovely spa bath. Only area for improvement is that the little bar fridge really struggled to keep up with us loading it up with a weekend's of snacks and drinks. Thank you for a wonderful stay! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fleur S., Melbourne, Australia May 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A peaceful retreat surrounded by nature We enjoyed a very relaxing weekend at Lavers Hill. The cottage is super comfortable and surrounded by nature which we both loved. A short drive to Johanna beach and also the Otways TreeTops (and Triplet Falls which are also worth seeing). Highly recommend. ##### Fleur S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe R. May 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise We absolutely loved staying here! The property is enchanting from the moment you drive in, and the cabin offers the perfect combination of privacy and serenity. Kim is a fantastic host and we are so glad we had the opportunity to stay here and learn more about the area, we will definitely be returning, highly recommended! ##### Zoe R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheana K. May 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint and quiet little getaway The shack is out the back of the property and you have virtual privacy, meaning the views of the garden are all yours. There's a lovely front door balcony to sit on, and the spa bath soothed away my aches and pains from the day's walks and helped me to feel pampered. Check in was super easy, and while I had no contact with the hosts while I was there I was confident I could contact them about anything, and grateful to know they were also just up the hill. ##### Sheana K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021