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Cape Nelson and lighthouse in the distance

fully enclosed balcony, great views, huge block, private, quiet safe area

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9.4

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 43 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Cape Bridgewater, VIC

Bridgewater Bay Beach2 min walk
Seal Point3 min walk
Bridgewater Petrified Forest4 min drive
Portland, VIC (PTJ)19 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, roomy, great location

Julie T.

Nov 23, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Panoramic Drive Holiday House

SIMPLY THE BEST!! Sensational - Extensive Ocean Views. Stylishly furnished. Extensive decking. 300m walk to Cape Bridgewater beach.
When booking please state if a pet and my property is OUTSIDE ONLY
House is only 300 metres to the beach, start of the Great South West Walk to the seal colony, 4kms to Blowholes and Petrified Forest.
Pets are welcome OUTSIDE ONLY $50 duration of your booking plus $100 bond (bond fully refundable upon property inspection).
(dogs at owners discretion)
BBQ $50 bond to ensure it is left clean for next guests. Please state when booking if required or pets are coming.
Panoramic Drive Holiday House is an extremely relaxing place to base your holiday with sand and surf stretching all the way to Cape Nelson. The ocean views are simply stunning and extensive. Superb sunrises over the ocean are not to be missed.
The house is extremely comfortable and well equipped. Guests find it difficult to vacate after unwinding at Panoramic Drive Holiday House and re-book for their next holiday!!
Huge fully enclosed balcony with gates to secure young children or pets from wandering. BBQ available also please confirm if required when booking.

Cosy wood heater for those chilly nights, wood supplied.
Beach is 300m stroll down the hill.
Panoramic Drive is extremely comfortable and cosy, guests settle in very quickly and are hesitant to leave. Lovely wood heater in the evenings ensures you will be quite toasty...
In the evenings enjoy the Cape Nelson lighthouse, flashing in the distant east.
Sit on the balcony and watch the fog rolling in or wake up bright and early to view some of the most stunning sunrises you will get to see.
Whales are easily spotted from the house, they arrive in June onwards.

Blue Whales are frequent visitors also making it the only feeding ground in Australia.
Cape Bridgewater is the perfect base to walk sections of the Great South West Walk which is a 250km walk starting in Portland out to Cape Bridgewater and into South Australia. Short sections of the walk are everywhere so get a taste for the area and come back and tackle the entire 250km.
The area is also a 50min drive to Mt Gambier to view the Blue Lake, Princess Margaret Rose Caves or do a boat tour up the Glenelg River.
Within the area are local wineries and wine tasting.
There is a Seal Boat Tour to venture into the caves to view them in their natural habitat.
Bridgewater Lakes is perfect for a BBQ and walk on Discovery Bay Beach.
Ideal fishing spot and has a boat launch for a spin on the freshwater Lake.
Venture further along Discovery Bay and go for a unique experience by walking on the Largest Moving Sandunes in Victoria, cars can go via Swan Lake.
You need to book Panoramic Drive very early as my guests keep coming back time and time again.

Local Attractions

The Great South West Walk 250kms
Blowholes
Petrified Forest
Mt. Richmond, Lower Glenelg & Cape Nelson National Parks
Bridgewater Lakes (fresh)
Whites Beach
Shelly Beach Excellent fishing spots from Rivers, Lakes, Ocean
Tuna Season is massive and the largest caught is 156kg
Superb Surfing Locations
Safe swimming beaches
Seal Tours
Caves
River Cruises
Whale watching from the house or the many vantage points along the coast
Helicopter flights available depending on season
Historical building walks in Portland
Dine at one of the many restaurants overlooking the bay
Wineries Local and South Australian close by
Watch the huge ships enter or leave the Port of Portland

Features

Huge fully enclosed balcony with gates ideal for outside pet (kennel provided)
BBQ available
2 Q/S beds (electric blankets)
2 single beds
Linen all provided/Pillows/DoonasTowels (not for beach use)
Wood Heater/Wood
Washing Machine
Rotary Clothes Line
Dvd Player/DVDs
Cd Player/Cds
Kettle/Toaster
Coffee Plunger
Ample crockery/cutlery/serving dishes etc
Knife Block
Electric bed clock/Reading Lamps
Drawers in rooms
Reading material
Hair Dryer
Shower
Toilet
Towels /face washers/hand towel
Iron/Iron Board
Bucket/Mop/Broom etc
Huge Entertaining Balcony with sweeping views
Side Balcony,
Paved step down outdoor area out back of house
1/2 acre for the children to explore

Property manager

Helen Oakley

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Laundry

Toys/games

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

To be supervised due to balcony

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pets $7 per night $100 bond at owners discretion

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking $200 fee if smoke detected inside

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cape Bridgewater

Located in Cape Bridgewater, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum and Portland Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Discovery Bay Marine National Park and Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.

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What's nearby

Bridgewater Bay Beach - 2 min walk
Seal Point - 3 min walk
Bridgewater Petrified Forest - 4 min drive
Tarragal Caves - 11 min drive
Cape Nelson Lighthouse - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bridgewater Bay Cafe - ‬1 min drive
‪Spindrift Tea Rooms - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Panoramic Drive Holiday House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Panoramic Drive Holiday House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Panoramic Drive Holiday House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Panoramic Drive Holiday House located?

Located next to a golf course, this Cape Bridgewater holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 3 miles (5 km) of Bridgewater Bay Beach, Seal Point and Bridgewater Petrified Forest. Discovery Bay Marine National Park and Tarragal Caves are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

craig n.

14 June 2024

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

Great views

The house is nice and cosy with the wood fire The views r fantastic

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

mathew b.

30 May 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Fantastic location with great views from the property. We enjoyed the wood fire at night. Big yard for our dog to run around in.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

amna s.

28 Apr 2024

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

Amazing experience

The house is beautiful with amazing views and our host was really nice who assisted us not only about the local attractions but also with her guidance regarding medical facilities and other things. Great experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIll L.

13 Apr 2024

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

Amazing 180˚ views

What a fantastic location, with fabulous views of Cape Bridgewater. The house is very comfortable and clean, with fresh rainwater on tap. it is set in a very large lawned space (great for playing Finska). Only a short (fairly steep) walk down to the beautiful beach or to the walking track around the headland, where we saw echidnas and lots of birds.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T., Paradise SA Australia

23 Nov 2023

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

Excellent views

Comfortable, roomy, great location

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roland C.

6 Oct 2023

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

Intense comunnication with an excellent Stay

Owner is very communative. Detailed intructions via text prior, house manuals both before and texts prior to vacating with option to communicate at any time. Absolutley clear instructions over how to leave the property. Various notes posted to assist visitors. Location is ideal to explore SA and Vic. The beach would have been awseome but the weather was less than ideal.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michel W.

5 Oct 2023

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

Rest and Recharge

Helen's house provided a perfect location to explore the beautiful coastal surrounds. The house was comfortable , clean and well equipped with fantastic views

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anne S.

14 June 2023

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

Fantastic location. Friendly host. Homely property.

Perfect location. So much to see and do in the local area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

13 Apr 2023

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

Fantastic hidaway in a beautiful location.

Stayed here Easter 2023. Perfect beach house with everything you need and one of the best ocean views you will find anywhere right outside the window. At night you can relax in a cosy, warm space with a wood fire and extremely comfy chairs. The host has ensured that you have as much information as possible about the surrounding features and activities. Cape Bridgewater is a beautiful place that has not been spoiled by over-development or mass tourism. The host (Helen) could not be more obliging, making sure that the fire was already lit and the place warm when we arrived in the evening as well as leaving some nice welcoming treats. Excellent communication, making sure all is okay without being intrusive. Clean, reasonable rates and very comfortable. Top of our list for a south coast getaway!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

James W.

12 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location but some issues that affected our stay

Pros. - Great location - Wonderful views - House is clean and tidy - Expansive yard and nice gardens Cons. - House is getting on in years and amenities are basic, but it is clean and tidy - An enormous number of strict rules. Way beyond what we have experienced at any holiday rental in the past - BBQ rusted - Lots of comms from the host reiterating rules and advising implications of non compliance

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

26 Dec 2022

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

Great but weather dependent

Property was lovely, our only criticism would be that there is a lack shelter for hot mornings and wet weather, which is an issue for pets.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann s.

17 Oct 2022

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

Walking paradise

Beautiful views terrific walks

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M., Melbourne, Australia

3 July 2022

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

Lovely quiet break with beautiful ocean views

A great week away - very comfortable and clean and a lovely warm fire!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haydn F.

24 Apr 2022

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

fantastic stay in very homely environment

a very comfortable home with great views. the property had everything you could want and more. amazing communication from our host and property owner Helen. definitely hope to be back soon. *****

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHARYN W.

27 Aug 2021

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

Weekend getaway

Nice property, lovely views. Close to beach and walking tracks, perfect for a quiet getaway. Helen was easy to communicate with. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angus M.

20 Apr 2021

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

Great to arrive at a place that smelt fresh and looked clean and neat.

A comfortable well appointed home with a superb ocean view adjacent to some great walks.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie & Paul m.

20 Apr 2021

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

Great view

Nice spot, not really suitable for dogs as it’s unfenced.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

KELLY M., Qld

25 Mar 2021

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

Amazing secret gem reasonable price

This house was exactly what it portrays a house with panoramic views and an ambiance second to none ! I have stayed at a few stayz properties this one is certainly up there Where can you have a glass of wine on a very large balcony looking at the waves then progressing to the living room with a wood fireplace while listening to the Ocean for that price nowhere !!! To top it all off the owner Helen was a pleasure to deal with great lady who cares that the guests are 😊 happy Would recommend to anyone be romance ,family or me time which I had 🤩

8/10 Good

Issia Z.

16 Dec 2020

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

The property is a good but a little bit old，if you stay in it under a high temperature

Too many mosquitoes and too hot

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Graeme M.

11 Dec 2020

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

Lovely house, wonderful location

A very enjoyable stay in Cape Bridgewater. Well located for local attractions, neat and tidy property but still feels very homely. Looking forward to staying again!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

27 Nov 2020

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

Helen was so thoughtful. She’d given us so many books on the area and information on sights to see.

Amazing 🤩

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sally A.

28 Sept 2020

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

Brilliant location

We really enjoyed our stay at Helen's house. Her house has everything you need for a relaxing holiday by the sea. The views are spectacular and really add to the experience. It is worth noting, for those guests planning on bringing their pet, that whilst this house is advertised as pet friendly with fee and bond required for your pet to stay, it also mentions that pets are strictly not allowed inside the house. With a large garden and under cover verandah with dog kennel provided this would ordinarily be suitable, however, presently there isn't a secure fence surrounding the property so could be problematic for those pets who like to go adventuring. Other than that aspect, this is a fabulous place to stay in a really lovely quiet and relaxing area by the sea.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Catriona W.

20 Sept 2020

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

Great location. Lovely views.

Great property. Amazing view. Comfortable and cosy. Only thing we’d say is that there are many rules and restrictions which detracted from truly being able to relax- particularly with two children aged 10 and 7. Otherwise, a lovely home.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

19 July 2020

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

Fantastic ocean views from a large deck

The house has amazing views, especially for sunrises. Large windows overlook a super sized, fully enclosed deck, which was perfect to keep our dog safe. The house was homely, comfy & clean. It was only a short walk to the beach and other walking trails. Perfect for relaxing no matter what the weather. Thanks for everything Helen :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Melbourne, Australia

15 July 2020

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

Gorgeous location

We had a lovely relaxing stay and enjoyed the stunning views, beach walks and a visit to the seals. The house was super cosy and comfortable. Had a few fun games of Yahtzee too! Cape Bridgewater is such a beautiful place. Great communication from our host. Many thanks and we hope to come back again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Helen Oakley

I am a Registered Nurse and run Cape Bridgewater Accommodation.
I have been involved in accommodation for over 20 years running three holiday homes previously. I have a love of the area and you will often find me hiking along the Great South West Walk doing sections of this fantastic walk around the coastline. I enujoy the outdoors and ride rail trails around Victoria, swim laps, early morning ocean swims also.
I have previously worked at the Bridgewater Bay Kiosk, Portland Observer in newspaper advertising for nine years plus many more varied jobs.
Travel is wonderful and I have travelled extensively, now experiencing what parts of Australia I havent visited has on offer.
Make the time to visit this stunning area with its high coastal cliffs that you can walk directly above.

Why they chose this property

My house is very tidy and I have been in accommodation for over 20 years. I love the outdoors and what is on offer in the area and surrounds. Happy to go hiking with guests if they wish company. House is convenient to the Great South West Walk, 250km of walking tracks on the coast and inland along the Glenelg River.
Cape Bridgewater is a beautiful area, with its abundance of beaches, fishing places, walking tracks, wild life, even had a koala on my balcony one morning, kangaroos visit regularly.
Make the time to visit this stunning area with its high coastal cliffs that you can walk directly above.
Sweeping ocean views, private as your elevated so you could get an all over tan if you really wanted to on the balcony.
Pets are safe in the enclosed balcony and a kennel is supplied. Bring your own feeding bowls and bedding.

What makes this property unique

Great location to unwind and relax in a great house with superb views.
Peaceful location
Private
300m walk to the pristine beach and kiosk
Ideal base for walking/hiking
Safe swimming beach patrolled over summer by Surf Life Saving
Surf beach
Seal Colony