6/10 Okay
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Mar 28, 2025
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Disappointing
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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The Bay Rose: Charming Otways Holiday Cottage: Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
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The Bay Rose:
Charming Otways Holiday Cottage:
Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities.
Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
The current price is ￥38,645
￥38,645
￥64,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Bay Rose: Charming Otways Holiday Cottage: Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
A homely, period Victorian Cottage set in lush, expansive and safe grounds. Creating the ambience of yesteryear, the Bay Rose provides a wonderful base for exploring Forrest and its natural beauty. In a fantastic central position, it is minutes walk away to the Forrest General Store, Forrest Brewery and the mountain bike trails, yet tucked away from the busy main road. Steeped in local history and native flora and fauna, treat yourself to a peaceful step back in time.
The space
The cottage consists of three double bedrooms (5 beds) all with ceiling fans, heating and air conditioning , also, a living room (extra bed) with gas fire plus a 2nd large living/ family room with wood heater/ air con . The kitchen has been restored to its former glory, a country kitchen with a huge Falcon gas/electric oven with all modern conveniences, cooking utensils etc, The internal bathroom , laundry and large furnished deck overlook the rambling garden . Private vehicle access. Secure grounds.
Minutes walk to brewery and Forrest general store
The space
The cottage consists of three double bedrooms (5 beds) all with ceiling fans, heating and air conditioning , also, a living room (extra bed) with gas fire plus a 2nd large living/ family room with wood heater/ air con . The kitchen has been restored to its former glory, a country kitchen with a huge Falcon gas/electric oven with all modern conveniences, cooking utensils etc, The internal bathroom , laundry and large furnished deck overlook the rambling garden . Private vehicle access. Secure grounds.
Minutes walk to brewery and Forrest general store
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Stovetop
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
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Policies
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
Rules
Please remove all household rubbish/bottles to bins outside.
Please ensure all fans, lights and airconditioner/heater turned off
If key is lost, a $75 key charge will be incurred
Booking rates are set for 2 people only. Each additional guest is $60 per head per night, including children except babies under 6 months old.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Respect for furniture and home required all times
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
About the neighborhood
Forrest is home to this cottage. Forrest Brewing Company and Gosling Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Otway National Park and Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve. Visit our Forrest travel guide
View more Cottages in ForrestVIC, Forrest
What's nearby
Forrest Brewing Company2 min walk - 0.2 km
Great Otway National Park2 min drive - 1.9 km
Great Ocean Road Waterfront28 min drive - 40.6 km
Apollo Bay Harbour31 min drive - 42.1 km- Otway Fly Treetop Adventures40 min drive - 48.1 km
Getting around
- Birregurra Station27 min drive
- Avalon Airport (AVV)88 min drive
Restaurants
- Forrest Brewing Company2 min walk
- Dar Teta4 min walk
- Wonkey Donkey5 min walk
- Dar Tèta4 min walk
- Bespoke Harvest4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Bay Rose:
Charming Otways Holiday Cottage:
Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Bay Rose:
Charming Otways Holiday Cottage:
Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bay Rose: Charming Otways Holiday Cottage: Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds on Mar 17, 2026 start from ￥38,645, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is The Bay Rose:
Charming Otways Holiday Cottage:
Idyllic and Peaceful Surrounds
located?
Situated in Forrest, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Forrest Brewing Company and Great Otway National Park. Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve and Murroon Bushland Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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