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Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with dishwasher, large windows, and a stone wall.
Relax in this stylish living room with a large sofa, mounted TV, and wooden cabinet.
Escape to a serene garden oasis with a charming single-story house surrounded by lush greenery and a covered porch.
Cozy bedroom with a rustic charm, featuring a wooden bed, stone wall, and large window offering a view of the surrounding greenery.
Guests can relax on the porch or in the serene garden, surrounded by lush greenery and a charming wooden bench.

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Property manager

Tyson Ord & Jessica Hardy

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

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

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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
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Napona - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape located?

Situated in Ocean Grove, this golf cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve, Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Beach. Ocean Grove Education Area and Oakdene Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Driftaway Cottage - An enchanting escape Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pretty little cottage 😍

Gorgeous clean house in a nice quiet area. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Brad M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonya C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Disappointed

We arrived to find dirty bench tops, dirty wine glasses and plates in the cupboard and a dirty fridge. After 6 hours drive and looking forward to celebrating Christmas tea with family we were disappointed to say the very least.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Amelie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

7 Day cozy getaway

Had such a wonderful stay at this gorgeous home! So cozy and welcoming. My friends and I absolutely loved the warmth this house gave, overall we had such a lovely time. The only fault I will give this house is the toilet doesn’t flush properly, all my friends and I had troubles using it and often had to flush multiple times! Apart from that, it was a perfect place to enjoy each other’s company and definitely would stay again! Thank you Tyson :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short stay - loved the home

House even better than pics and felt very much at home. Stress free arrangements and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A good overnighter

A quaint and unique property, met all our needs for the short stay we had. Thanks for helping us be comfortable :-)
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Libby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in

Some issues but overall quirky property

My friends and I stayed at this property for an event. The property is very different and interesting in a gorgeous location. However, we found communication with the host to be disappointing. The day before check-in, I sent in enquiry which was never responded to. At check-in time I still hadn’t been sent details on the key lock box. It took several attempts at calling to make contact with the host, meaning we were unable to check in on time. I believe the accessibility of this property is not accurately portrayed on the site. There is a STEEP set of stairs to go up and down to access the property. Additionally, the main bedroom is up a huge ladder. This bedroom also has mould issues and the balcony door doesn’t shut. The property has no linen included due to washing, yet there are doona covers on the bed and pillows on some of the pillows ?which also need washing?. This leads me to question whether these items are washed or not between guests. The mattress and pillow protectors are also heavily stained. There was a huge list of check out conditions in the condition. So we had to spend a long time completing these before check out. So, overall while it was a cute quirky house in a lovely spot, I wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Driftwood

We only had a brief stay however we were pleasantly surprised - very clean with spacious outdoor entertaining areas and courtyards attached to rooms very private with a cottage homely feel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Sarah G.

Liked: Check-in

The dead mouse and 50 steps to the front door were a disappointment

When we arrived we were surprised to find 50 steps to the front door! There was a strange smell in the pantry to the extend that I went and bought air freshners. The toilet ran constantly and would barely flush. Response from the owner was quick and property manager was quick to attend and found a dead mouse in the pantry which had been there quite a while so I question the cleanliness. Told the plumber would be out but never arrived. Was given a $50 voucher and small bag of chokkies but lockdown came and owner wouldn’t return our text messages /emails so felt we had to leave to get home so unfortunately never used the voucher. Contact with owner has been very sketchy when seeking a small refund. Probably my worst experience worth an Stayz property. Feel the photos are deceiving as the property is accessed via a lot of steps
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lynne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Comfy

Had to go to Ocean Grove for a party but alas there were only 3 adults instead of 5 adults and a dog. If you have a dog that is outside all the time, not that safe. Also there were 5 beds but the large one in the attic which would not be for everyone. Lovely little cottage but maybe too small for 5 adults. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Driftaway Cottage

Delightful stay at Driftaway Cottage. Quaint, rustic, secluded and overlooking the hills of the neighbouring Reserve. Steps down to and from the property may be a challenge for some. However, would highly recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

Taryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Getaway

Cute, comfy cottage in perfect location for a girls weekend of shopping, dining and relaxing by the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very homely warm ,inviting and unique

Just what it portrayed in the lead up and didn't disappoint !

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cosy cottage

Great location , nice park next door , riding distance to shops and beach. Comfortable cosy cottage . Family and dogs loved it 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Katie T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great property but the access from the street was not clearly explained.

My elderly mother struggled down the 40 plus steps without any support railing and we would not have booked the property had we known this.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at the beach

Great place. Everything you could need in the house. Located near a playground and the lake which was great for the kids and walking the dog. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

tayla c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Very nice accomodation and property manager very nice

8/10 Good

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place well kept recommend

The property was beautiful the stairs were rather difficult for the elderly as a hand rail would be great. Apart from that fantastic place to stay owners were lovely and very approachable and responded promptly highly recommend!

8/10 Good

Denae M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute

Cute little place, futon was a bit uncomfortable but was easier than climbing up the steep ladder to the queen bed. Lots of uneven steps down to the property. Lovely big shower, separate toilet is a plus when staying with friends. I would stay here again just with less people simply due to the futon. Tyson was very easy to get hold of, gorgeous property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at this property

My family and some friends stayed one night and thoroughly enjoyed the house and the area surrounding it. Especially the playground directly opposite which was utilised extensively by our two 9 y.o attendees. Would definitely recommend if you have a family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019