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Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Beach
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Wye River, Victoria

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About the area

Wye River

At this holiday home you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Great Otway National Park and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Wye River Coastal Reserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Wye River holiday home include Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Carisbrook Creek.
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Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye General Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river

In a quiet pocket of Wye River amongst tree ferns and eucalypts, Fern House is perfectly positioned for you to enjoy the best of both bush and beach. Nestled in the lush green on the edge of the Otway Ranges, a short 600 metre walk will take you to the beach, General Store and Wye Beach Hotel. Immerse yourself in the spectacular natural surroundings where the sounds of birdsong blend with the echo of the ocean waves.

Drive to the door (a luxury in the hills of Wye) and unload into the recently renovated single level house. When one of the owners is an architect there is no flat pack kitchen here! The brand new kitchen has all new appliances, loads of bench space, cupboards and draws full of utensils and a funky breakfast bar. There is a big dining table with views out to the trees through large glazed sliders which also give access to the deck and BBQ area. Cosy up on the couch by the wood heater or flick the switch on the wall heater and if you can’t handle the heat in the kitchen there’s always the air-con. Off the living area is a laundry/storage/bathroom area with another door to outside for easy post beach access. A short hallway leads to the two bedrooms both with ample wardrobe space if you're thinking of a longer stay. Separate heating units will keep you warm on cool winter nights and large sliding windows will let in the summer breeze while you sleep. The main bedroom with en-suite has a queen size bed and the second bedroom a king size or two king singles. (You will need to specify your bedding preference for the second bedroom)

There are hills in Wye River so be prepared for some hilly walks. If you have a truck load of beach gear then there is plenty of parking by the beach.

Wye River is a little more than a two hour drive from Melbourne and we recommend you have your own transport to explore more of the beautiful Otway Ranges and the Great Ocean Road. There is private off street parking on site for up to 2 vehicles. A rail service to Geelong and bus service from Geelong link Melbourne to Wye River.

I live locally so give me a call, preferably between 8am-9pm.


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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the sea

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

443993

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river?

The closest beach to Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river is Lorne Beach (13.5 km).

Does Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river?

No, Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fern House - bush by beach @ wye river Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rosemary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our host Mary communicated well prior to our check in (via key safe). We were there during the recent flooding at Wye River and Mary went above and beyond expectations by calling by in the midst of the storm to see if we were OK (we were) or needed anything (we didn’t). Lots of books games and DVDs to keep us occupied during the storm. Comfortable house. Downside is the challenging walk up the steep steep hill on the way back from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phillip E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to stay. So clean and packed full of everything you could possibly need. Great location and host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Your own private Fern Gully

This place is a stylish, cosy little 70s tree house situated in lush rainforest. On Christmas Day, a beautiful king parrot flew onto my partner's shoulder while we were on the balcony. Then, the rosellas and cockatoos came to say hello. The kitchen was perfect for cooking a big Christmas meal, with massive bench space, sharpened knives and good utensils. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bea

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful trees scape close to Wye Beach

We loved our stay. True to advertised photos. We had two late evening koala guests on the balcony as we had a glass of wine, highlight of our stay! The home is cosy, was warm on arrival, (thank you Mary) and we took the king bed in the second bedroom which was heaven to sleep in. It’s a lovely walk down to the Wye beach and rock pools but a challenging walk back, I did it at 59 years so absolutely doable. A great tranquil stay for us.thanks Mary for your warm welcome and prior communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Wye

Mary has a wonderful property, we loved our stay at Fern house! Mary was also great in providing us with information around events occurring the weekend of our stay and more then happy to accommodate check in and check out times.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Had a lovely relaxing week in Wye River. The house was private and cosy and I’d definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

May K.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 stars all round

The place was beautiful and Wye river is the best town on the great ocean road!! Mary had everything we needed, including a very well stocked kitchen. Thanks Mary!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

House was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness

Little slice of peaceful heaven.

Pics don't do the place justice. It's quiet, private, spacious, cozy, plenty of wildlife around, and close walking distance to what is needed to wind down.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023