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A cottage by the sea in delightful Port Fairy

House • Port Fairy VIC Australia

    4 Guests  
    3 Bedrooms  
    1 Bathroom  
    Wheelchair accessible
  Secondary home

Exchange types accepted

  Simultaneous  
  Non-Simultaneous  
  Non-Reciprocal & Globe  
  Hospitality  

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Listed  October 2024
Views  249

General overview

Our home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 living areas, an outdoor covered entertaining area and a large enclosed back yard. It’s a bright, clean and spacious house in the gorgeous seaside village of Port Fairy, 20 minutes past Warrnambool at the end of the Great Ocean Rd. We are situated on the Moyne River surrounded by beautiful beaches with great surf, fishing, diving & coastal walks. The great Southern Right Whales are regular visitors to our waters in winter as are dolphins, seals and the occasional orcas. Port Fairy has plenty of heritage sites, is full of wonderful cafes & restaurants , a wide variety of boutique-style shops and has a myriad of natural attractions all within walking distance from our house. Within 15 mins drive there is a Volcano crater that can be driven through or explored via the walking tracks. Here you can see koala's, kangaroos, echidnas and emu's in their natural habitat . A car and bikes can be available for the exchange where needed.

The space

This cottage is the perfect place for a peaceful escape in a quaint historic town by a picturesque river and surrounded by stunning beaches. All three bedrooms offer built in robes and front garden views. The kitchen and dining areas are look out to the backyard and include a conveniently tucked-away laundry. The bathroom is well-appointed with a skylight, bath, shower, vanity, and toilet. One of the property's highlights is the rear outlook, which provides a bush-like feel with views of gum trees, fruit plants, and lush green lawns, all while being an easy walk to town centre, river, and beaches. Car access to the property is conveniently located at the rear, with a single lock-up garage featuring an automated door . The combination of privacy and prime location makes this property an ideal base for a holiday and exploring the west coast of Victoria.

Features


Washer
Washer
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Oven
Oven
Microwave
Microwave
Fridge
Fridge
Iron
Iron
Hair dryer
Hair dryer
Heating
Heating
TV
TV
WiFi
WiFi
High Speed Internet
High Speed Internet
First aid kit
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Bed sheets
Towels
Towels
Workspace
Workspace
Fireplace
Fireplace
Toys
Toys
BBQ
BBQ
Garden / yard
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Bikes
Kayak
Kayak
Standup paddleboard
Standup paddleboard

Travel Styles

    Weekend
    Adventure
    Budget
    Family
    Romantic
    Sport and leisure
    Foodie
    Relaxing
    Village
    Beach
    Water
    Cycling
    Last minute
    Good public transport
    Golf

House rules

    Suitable for infants under 2
    Suitable for children ages 2-12
    Pets not allowed
    No smoking

Allergens

    Cat free
    Smoke free
    Fragrance free
    Low allergen

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Neighbourhood

Port Fairy was voted as one of the world's most livable cities with a population under 20,000 after winning the 2012 International LivCom award. The last destination on Victoria's famed Shipwreck Coast, Port Fairy boasts wide streets lined with 19-century cottages, great Norfolk pines and old stone churches. Port Fairy has a rich history, and 50 buildings are protected by the National Trust of Australia. There is history in every corner of this charming fishing village at the end of the Great Ocean Road. The beach is the place to be in the summer months with conditions suitable on its different beaches for diving, surfing, stand up paddleboarding, swimming, fishing and wading. Port Fairy is a town in love with the arts. Peruse the diverse array of boutiques, antique stores, and art and craft shops scattered throughout the town. Griffiths Island holds the iconic lighthouse and a breeding colony of the short-tailed shearwater or Australian muttonbird. There's truly something for everyone is this small town which is why we kept returning for holidays then eventually chose it as our home after travelling most of the country.

Getting to my home

Port Fairy (historically known as Belfast) is a coastal town in south-western Victoria, Australia. It lies on the Princes Highway in the Shire of Moyne, 28 kilometres (17 mi) west of Warrnambool and 290 kilometres (180 mi) west of Melbourne, at the point where the Moyne River enters the Southern Ocean. If needing public transport, Vline train runs 3-4 times a day from Melbourne to Warrnambool then a connecting half hour bus trip to Port Fairy.

Nearest airport

Closest airport is Melbourne

Getting around

10 mins walk to beach 3 mins walk to town centre - shops, cafes, pubs… 3 mins ride to start of cycling trail ( old rail trail to Koroit & Warrnambool)

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Megan

Hi everyone! We are new to PLU and are very excited about becoming part of this like minded community who value travel and are happy to exchange home bases with good will and an openess. We have had plenty of experience house and pet sitting and have a profile and references on the website Aussie Housesitters. We are keen travellers and would love the opportunity to exchange and offer our home as a base for like minded people. We are empty nesters with a new found freedom as our work structures in education & health have also changed allowing us a new flexibility to travel more.
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