Places to stay near Southside Beach

Bells Beach Shack

Bells Surf Shack is a place to chill out and reconnect. Being a stones throw from famous surf spots, Winkipop and Bells, you can catch a wave and rinse off under the hot outdoor shower. Nestled amongst the native tree on a spacious 1 acre block (shared with the host residence - separate private dwellings), its simplicity at its best. Enjoy a beer whilst cooking on the BBQ, play pool or take a short walk to Swell café for a big brekky. Carefree, no stress, a great place to reset and relax.

The HideAway, Torquay - Breakfast Provided.

Beautifully renovated and furnished space with luxuries such as French linen and luscious towels. Many amenities provided making your stay feel like a 'Home away from Home'. Close proximity to the beach, shops, cafe's, restaurants, parks, Saturday farmers market & the main Torquay town centre. Breakfast goodies provided! Ideal setting for a single, couple or couple and a baby (Free portacot available). The HideAway has been thoughtfully designed and decorated to create a beautiful relaxing vibe.

Self-contained unit - a Jan Juc gem!

Welcome to our besoke renovated guest suite in sought-after Jan Juc. With a private entrance, this fully self-contained unit may be attached to our home but is separate in every other way. It features a queen bedroom with split heating/cooling system, ensuite bathroom, kitchen with stove top, oven, fridge and microwave and a newly landscaped private outside courtyard. Just a 10 minute walk to the local cafe, shop, pub and of course the stunning Jan Juc surf beaches and clifftop walking tracks.

Torquay Farm Stay Blue Studio Truck

Our farm is close to Great Ocean Road Beaches, National Parks and Coastal towns such as Torquay, Anglesea and Barwon Heads. The tiny house created on the truck is an architectual delight. It is quite unique. Blue truck is situated on our beautiful biodynamic working farm with views of the green hills, creek and wetland. Horses, cows, ducks and chooks roam around and you are nestled in a peaceful tranquil wonderland of nature at it's best. My place is perfect for couples and families (with kids).

Empire Beach House Bird Rock Jan Juc

Located a stone's throw away from world class surf breaks & beaches and Idyllically positioned less than 100 m away from cafe's and a hotel, The Beach House includes 2 bedrooms with the sofa in the lounge providing an option of a third bedroom. The open plan living area and front deck is bathed in natural sunlight with a newly renovated kitchen, bathroom and laundry. Walk to Bells Beach or relax at the reserve & picnic, play or skate. Explore Torquay & cruise the world famous Great Ocean Road.

Bells Beach - Cottage with wood heater

Our pet friendly cottages are on 5 beautiful acres of natural bushland between the magnificent Great Ocean Road and renowned surfing location, Bells Beach. Each cottage has 2 bedrooms, 2 car spaces and is fully self-contained, complete with BBQ and outdoor entertaining area. Wake up to the peaceful sounds of native birds and views of our garden and nearby dam. With wood fires inside and Netflix provided this is the perfect year-round retreat for families, couples, and lovers of the outdoors.

Ocean Break: Classy oceanfront retreat

Ocean Break: location and style. Comfy bedroom, chic bathroom and separate, spacious, living/dining area. Peaceful, secure, unique location, fronting the ocean. Wander out the front gate and straight onto Surf Coast Walk, where magnificent coastal views can be enjoyed immediately. A 200 metre stroll to Jan Juc village and its eateries, hotel and general store, and just a few minutes more to Bird Rock look out, overlooking Jan Juc beach. A 5-7 minute drive to central Torquay or Bells Beach.

Escape to Sunnyside

Sunnyside is located just off the Great Ocean Road approximately 15 minutes from Apollo Bay. A fully private and self-contained loft studio offers panoramic views of the Southern Ocean and sits in amongst the Otway rainforest treetops. The property has over 10 acres to explore; an olive grove, an orchard, a mature oak forest and stunning walkways combining both pasture and native surroundings. You may even be lucky enough to meet our resident Koala! A one-of-a-kind experience awaits.

Ella's Rest

Our beautiful villa Ella's Rest is nestled on a 7 acre property in a quiet pocket of Torquay. Recently completed with a local architect our eco-friendly 2 bedroom home is truly unique and finished to the highest quality. The natural aesthetic creates a space that captures light and views from every room making it seamless from outside to in. A sheltered deck overlooking the dam and a north facing courtyard with outdoor dining, shower and firepit makes it truly hard to ever leave.

Panoramic Ocean and Park views, amazing location!

Set close to the beach , this stunning light filled townhouse boasts panoramic 360 degree views from a magical roof top deck, 150m stroll to Fisherman's Beach and 600m to the busy shopping centre of Torquay, you couldn't ask for a better more central location. The first floor comprising open plan living , dining and kitchen with two generous bedrooms on ground level with spacious bathroom off the master and convenient ensuite off the second .

'NEST' retreat - peaceful coastal getaway

A peaceful rural outlook, sounds of frogs and birds, while lying in a luxurious bubble bath in this stylish, spacious retreat with super comfy queen bed. Only 2.5km to Whites beach. Note: The studio is attached to our house, you may hear general life kitchen/tv noise, but you have a private entrance and secluded easterly deck. Tennis court available to use. Dog friendly. PLEASE - dog bath before arrival, bring a towel for muddy paws.

Winki Inn

The Winki Inn, located at the beginning of The Great Ocean Road is a secluded self-contained unit overlooking the famous Bells Beach. Built in the 70s, the newly renovated stone Inn, is the perfect place to enjoy the ships pass by on bass strait. The Winki Inn is walking distance of the Bells Beach surfing reserve and the clifftop costal track. The tranquil property is a five-minute drive from Torquay.