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Little Plum Cottage is located at Willowshire Cottages. This absolutely picturesque holiday accommod

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Apollo Bay, VIC
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre11 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Ocean Road Waterfront11 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Otway National Park20 min drive

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About this property

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

Little Plum Cottage is located at Willowshire Cottages. This absolutely picturesque holiday accommod

Nestled in the heart of the serene landscapes of Willowshire Cottages, Little Plum Cottage stands as a perfect haven for couples yearning for a peaceful and tranquil escape. The Storybook Cottage is one of three accommodations, located in the rainforest valley of Barham River Road, is a mere eight to ten minutes’ drive from Apollo Bay. Be enchanted by the views of the private lake and grounds and connect with nature in an area of natural beauty known as ‘Paradise’; with its wildlife and pebbled streams, whilst still being able to enjoy all that the Great Ocean Road and its beaches has to offer.

Little Plum Cottage is equipped with all that you need for a magical stay. Enjoy a relaxing spa bath for two before retiring to your king-sized bed made comfortable with crisp white linens and a magnificent view. Alternatively, you may wish to sip a wine while seated on Adirondack chairs on your screened deck overlooking the ornamental lake. Comfortable chairs and a small table are provided in the room so you may enjoy your Nespresso coffee or choose from a selection of teas. A smart television and Wifi offers you all the comforts of home. You may see ducks, king parrots, echidnas, koalas, wallabies and, if you are lucky, glow worms.

Please note that this cottage shares a wall with the neighbouring Plum Tree Cottage. There are no shared facilities between guests, and you have Little Plum Cottage all to yourself. Guests have their own entry door to the cottage; the balcony is separated by a screened gate. There is no access to BBQ facilities at this cottage, this cottage does not have any cooking facilities.

Accommodation Features

* Hotel style accommodation
* Reverse cycle heating/cooling
* Comfy King size bed
* Ensuite with large corner Spa Bath along with Vanity, Toilet, and Shower
* Free Wifi
* Hairdryer
* Electric blanket
* Microwave, bar Fridge, Kettle, Toaster, Nespresso Coffee Pod Machine
* Selection of Teas, Coffee, Sugar, Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner and Bath Gels are provided
* Balcony with Furniture that overlooks the lake
* All linen and towels supplied
* Smart TV
* Rainwater filtered by Puretec UV Water filtration
* Welcome Goodies on Arrival

Pets:
A secure area for dogs is the front deck that is accessible through the accommodation, there is no external access to this deck.

Mobile Coverage:
Mobile connectivity is available via connection to the free Starlink WiFi Internet Service in the cottage.

Property manager

Holiday Great Ocean Road

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

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About the area

Apollo Bay

Located in Apollo Bay, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barham Paradise Scenic Reserve and Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 11 min drive
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 11 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 13 min drive
  • Great Otway National Park - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Apollo Bay Bakery - 11 min drive
  • George's Takeaway - 11 min drive
  • Icaro Wholefood Cafe - 11 min drive
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar - 11 min drive
  • Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - 11 min drive

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture perfect
Beautiful location nestled in a gorgeous valley. The property is clean and comfortable. Good for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosemary F., GORDON

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cottage needs some love
On arrival to Little Plum Cottage, we were greeted by an old and dirty exterior. Inside the cottage was clean except for the dirty windows, mould on the bathroom blinds. The positives of the cottage, the bed was comfortable, plenty of hot water, good heating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peng Yang L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed it
Property was great and clean though one of the lights in the bathroom was not working. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024