Title: Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape - 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 # Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27119300/27119246/778439ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27119300/27119246/729f170c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27119300/27119246/f738f617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27119300/27119246/129f7871.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27119300/27119246/124bc1e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a limestone hill, Driftaway Cottage is the perfect escape. Unwind beside the potbelly fireplace, or simply relax beneath the trees in a hammock listening to birds and waves. Enjoy cooking pizzas in the wood-fire oven or explore Bluewater Lake just 3 minutes away. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - 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. ### Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape It's easy to relax and feel a world away from it all inside this enchanting mudbrick cottage. Cut deep into a lime stone hill, nestled amongst the trees and parklands; capturing the serenity synonymous with the natural beauty of its coastal location. This stunning sustainable home built in the late 70’s radiates warmth and rustic appeal, with a beautiful mixture of natural and recycled materials from rammed earth walls and exposed wooden beams, to vintage Telephone booth doors. Boasting a well-appointed kitchen and generous open plan living/dining space, beautifully styled and featuring a vintage 10-seater canteen dinner table, potbelly fireplace and unique handmade lights and pendants that create an ambiance like no other. Accommodation includes three generous size bedrooms plus a roof concealed ladder, which pulls down to reveal a stunning fourth bedroom loft. Centrally located and newly renovated bathroom with a beautiful deep bath tub and luxurious shower enhances the exposed stone that adds to the earthy feel of the home. Just a short 3-minute stroll will lead you to Ocean Grove's hidden treasure Bluewater Lake. A further 10-minute walk and you will discover many of Ocean Grove’s local attractions including, Surf Beaches, Barwon River, Golf Course and the Main Street filled with award winning cafes and restaurants. After a day of exploring Ocean Grove's endless attractions come back and get lost in your favourite book as you unwind beside the potbelly fireplace or simply relax beneath the trees in the hammock listening to the birds and the sounds of the waves. If you're a budding chef, gather your friends and family around the wood-fire oven to cook your favourite pizzas whilst the kids toast marshmallows around the fire-pit or explore the playground and large surrounding parklands. And bring the furry family member too, We welcome well mannered dogs and are happy to provide dog beds and bowls. While the property is fenced down both sides the rear of the property is not so it is not ideal for little escape artists. Driftaway Cottage is the perfect escape. Book now. Once you discover this hidden little gem you'll never want to leave. Please Note; Check-In access is via coded key-safe at front door, so no need to pick up keys. There are a number of gradual steps that decline from the street to the house, with a landing following every forth step, may be a little tricky for the elderly or anyone with mobility challenges - simply call us with any questions Bedding - All beds include doona w/ cover, mattress protector, electric blanket, pillows w/ pillow protectors. If requested, sheets (Fitted & Flat), Pillow cases and Towel set can be provided for $30 per set. This is to cover the cost of making and stripping the beds and washing all the linen. When booking please let us know if you need linen supplied. Complete Linen and towels will be supplied free of charge for all bookings 7 nights or more ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course - On a lake ### 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) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734400/33734314/d9173ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dare Beach House Escape Ocean Grove - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 85 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=33734314&PinnedHotelID=33734314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59970000/59961800/59961719/d4604ba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farm Cottage on the Bellarine Peninsula Leopold - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 133 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=59961719&PinnedHotelID=59961719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33554700/33554670/8b5cd42d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House on Marlin Ocean Grove - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 175 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=33554670&PinnedHotelID=33554670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108960000/108953500/108953469/5e7d7138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Coastal Bliss at Ocean Grove - Short walk to beach, cafe and park Ocean Grove - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=108953469&PinnedHotelID=108953469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89030000/89021400/89021302/91b5ea31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Retro 70s Beach House Ocean Grove - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=89021302&PinnedHotelID=89021302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59780000/59771500/59771445/bbfe586a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your perfect beach home. 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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 Driftaway Cottage Enchanting Escape Ocean Grove Driftaway Cottage Enchanting Escape Driftaway Enchanting Escape Ocean Grove Driftaway Enchanting Escape Driftaway Cottage An Enchanting Escape Driftaway An Enchanting Escape Driftaway Cottage - An Enchanting Escape Cottage Driftaway Cottage - An Enchanting Escape Ocean Grove Driftaway Cottage - An Enchanting Escape Cottage Ocean Grove ## About the area Located in Ocean Grove, this cottage is next to a golf course and on a lake. Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Ocean Grove Education Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bellarine Adventure Golf and Adventure Park Geelong. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ocean Grove travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocean-Grove.dx181699) [View more Cottages in Ocean Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocean-Grove-Cottages.d181699-aaCottages.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-38.25632%2C144.51018&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P9gMo9gkidfPm6CX6O4lh9JoITg=) Ocean Grove, VIC ### What's nearby - Ocean Grove Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Barwon Heads Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.9 km - Adventure Park Geelong - 8 min drive - 8.7 km - 13th Beach Golf Links - 13 min drive - 9.1 km - Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 29 min drive - 29.8 km ### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 12 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 53 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Mex - ‬3 min drive - ‪Nicko’s - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starfish Bakery - ‬7 min drive - ‪Red Park - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape 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 Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape located? > Situated in Ocean Grove, this golf cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve, Raffs Beach, and Ocean Grove Beach. Ocean Grove Education Area and Oakdene Vineyard are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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