Ocean Drive

The Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Sleeps: Up to 8

Unique Features

• A stunning coastal home in the beautifully remote South Western part of Victoria with superb access to the Great Ocean Road
• Impressively designed by an award-winning Australian architect using environmental design principles
• A truly magical combination of privacy, tranquility and luxury
• Dedicated and discreet house staff on hand

The Property

Luxury Beach House Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia

Turning off the main road and heading down the dirt track immediately fills you with a wonderful sense of space and remoteness. Ocean Drive certainly has the 'wow' factor, the overwhelming state of the art design nestles neatly in the eucalypt forest. The perfect escape for family and friends to get away, relax and experience some of Australias finest hospitality.

Inside

• Style: A minimalist haven.
• Bedrooms: The property has four double bedrooms. Take in the ocean vista as you stir in the master bedroom which includes a walk in wardrobe, en suite bathroom with free standing bath. The resident Kangaroo makes a welcome additon to the mornings routine. In each of the rooms windows are strategically placed at eye level so all your party can enjoy the sunrise from the comfort of your Savoir bed.
• Bathrooms: The real 'pieces de resistance'! Fitted out with Villeroy and Boch, ease the days exhaustion away in the most comfortable of baths stargazing at the Southern skies through the glass ceiling. The double showers and blue stone floors create great fun for the kids. Enjoy comlimentary toiletries from Malin & Goetz or Jo Malone.
• For relaxation: Sit back and watch the ocean and the gentle passing of the coastal freighters on the horizon. Unsurpassed hospitality is provided by discreet house staff on hand to tend to your needs be it a personal massage or a spot of baby sitting. Immaculate service and hedonistic levels of comfort await.
• For recreation: Enjoy a wander through the mature Eucalypt forest and the 5000m2 of Australian bush. Immerse yourself in the rich and varied wildlife surrounding the lodge. For those stargazers amoungst the group, the hand crafted telescope points skyward with uninterupted views of the southern hemisphere.
• Practicalities:Laundry service and babysitting/nanny service are available.

Outside

Food and Wine

• DIY: not available at this property
• In house cuisine: The cuisine is led by your needs. Your private chef focuses on creating a dining experience to tempt the most mature to the youngest of family palates, complemented by an exquisite selection of wines from Australia and New Zealand. Evening champagne picnics or breakfast hampers can be arranged for you for some al fresco dining.
• Eating out: There are a range of eateries in the nearby village, Chris's in Port Fairy is lovely or Pauls Cafe in Moonlight Head nearby is more informal and great.

Rental inclusive of:

• Fluffy bath towels
• Toiletries
• Breakfast, evening dinner and selection of beverages
• Wet weather gear
  

Getting there

• On the Map: Located at the mid point of the Great Ocean road. Set back two kilometers from the Great Ocean road.
• By car: From Melbourne Centre via Colac: 225 kilometers/2 hours. Via Torquay along the GOR: 4 hours by car
• By Air: From Melbourne Airport: 220 kilometers / 2 hours by car (less than 1 hour by helicopter) From Avalon Airport: 160 Kilometers / 2 hours by car. From Colac: 65 kilometers / 45 minutes by car

Out and About

• The Great Ocean Walk is a must during your stay, discover the outstanding section from Milinesia to Moonlight, guides can be hired to escort you. Wreck beach is an impressive spot just a short drive away, be sure to save some energy for the 366 steps back up from the beach! Take in the iconic rock formations of The Twelve Apostles making the perfect sundowner spot to be shared with the local penguins.
• If all that walking and excercise is simply too much then take to the skies in a private helicopter swooping low over the coastline as the waves crash below you.
• For the energetic, there's the incredible experience of horseriding through Otway National Park, fishing, golf, bike rides, wreck dives, the list goes on...
• Then for a more laidback appreciation of the local environs there's bird watching, whale watching, winery tours, fossil hunting, historic towns...
• And if all that's not enough you can always take out a BMW or Ducatti motorbike, or a classic car such as a Mercedes coupé to explore your freedom out on the Great Ocean Road.

Pricing

• From: From $3,500 AUD for eight adults per night including breakfast, evening dinner and a range of complimentary beverages Up to: Weekly stays from $24,500 AUD up to $35,000 AUD (dependant on the number of guests)
• Weekend: Short stays available from €7000
• Xmas: Available
• New Year: Available

Accommodation Details

Ocean Drive is quite possibly the most unique coastal beach house in which to explore and experience The Great Ocean Road and idyllic Australian coastline

• Personally Inspected: Pending
  
• Sleeps: Up to 8
• Double: 4 (includes 1 master bedroom en-suite)
• Facilities: In house private chef and housekeeper, books and games for children, handcrafted telescope, in house beauty treatments and massage
• Children: Yes very welcome
• Pets: No
• Evening Meals: In house private chef to cook to your requirements
• Mod Cons: Bang & Olufson TV, Xbox, discreet lighting by Artimede
• Eco-friendly: Built using environmental practices to minimise the impact on the landscape. Hydronic heating system for cooler periods of the year.
• Internet & Communications: Optic fibre and satellite connectivity, telephone
• Arrival Time: Arranged to suit you
• Departure Time: Arranged to suit you