Renovated 1950s beach shack. Private with magnificent ocean view

If you love and appreciate a classic 50s Aussie beach shack then you’ll enjoy this lovingly curated time capsule and I haven’t even mentioned the stunning view.

Set high on the hill in one of Wye’s oldest streets, the house has stunning ocean views looking straight down to Wye beach and with Wye’s largest residential gumtrees on the property, the house has a bush feel privacy unlike any other in the heart of Wye River. The upshot is you can lie on a banana lounge on the deck and feel like you’re just submerged in nature. The bird life visiting you on the deck will blow your mind. Very friendly Kookaburras, Cockatoos, Rosella's..... they are not shy. You may also spot a Koala in the gums or a mob of Kangaroos in the back garden.

The interiors have been fitted with original 50's & 60's furnishings, artworks and appliances, and from the moment you walk in its like taking a step back in time to the golden days of 1950's Aussie beach culture.

This house wasn’t bought as an investment but a passion project and it’s still evolving. It will only appeal to those that love and appreciate mid century design or want to experience the property's time capsule feel which makes a stay at Kath's View a unique holiday experience.

There are plenty of modern beach houses for rent in Wye but there is only one Kath’s View. Please scroll through all the photos. I have recently had the house re-shot and by scrolling through you'll see exactly what this time capsule is all about.

Located in the original old part of Wye River, Kath's View is just a short 3 min walk down the hill to the main beach, Wye General Store and the Pub.

Location, Location, Location, an important thing to note for first time visitors to Wye is that many of the houses are located so high up on the hill that it's impossible to walk to and back from beach, so a less than 1km walk will require you to hop in the car and in the peak of summer there is scare parking at the bottom of the hill. Kath's View is located within an easy walk to the beach so no need to get into a car.

For overseas visitors travelling down the Great Ocean Road, the house offers an opportunity to experience the tradition of the great Aussie beach shack complete with its original 1950's fit out.

Kath's View is typical of beach houses designed in the 50's, the property has a large open plan top floor living/ dining kitchen capturing those magical sea views.

The house can accommodate up to 7 guests in 3 separate sleeping quarters located on the property or just rent the main house master bedroom for two.

The master bedroom located inside the main house has been incorporated into the open plan top floor space. With no walls to block out the view, the open plan bedroom allows you to lie in bed and soak up the views or light the fire and turn the 55 inch LCD SMART TV around to enjoy both big screen and the crackling fire from the comfort of your bed. The perfect couple's bolthole in Wye's wild winters.

The Peacock bedroom downstairs accessed by an undercover external stair off the main house sleeps 2 in a queen bed and a separate single bed can be provided for a 3rd guest.

The bathroom is also located downstairs and accessed by the external undercover staircase. Two toilets, one located downstairs and a powder room upstairs in the main house.

Those wanting lots of privacy will enjoy staying in the Port-hole bungalow. Again 7th guest can be accommodated with a full-size single bed provided on request.

A large deck off the top floor offers panoramic ocean views looking straight down to Wye beach. Enjoy a barbie lunch or just lounge around on a deck chair in the sun. You'll find it hard to drag yourself away from the sea view or watching the surfers' catch a wave.

MODERN CONVENIENCES HAVE NOT BEEN FORGOTTEN:

WIFI on Telstra broadband throughout the property.

55 inch Sony Smart TV in the lounge room, separate 50 inch TV in the Port-hole Bungalow with DVD player (ideal space for teenagers to enjoy away from the rest of the family in a little cocoon) Stereo, iPod docking station, split system air-conditioning/heating in every bedroom including main house, lots of platters, glasses, crockery and cookware.

The house is well equipped for entertaining with the BBQ located on the deck, outdoor table and chairs. Inside is perfect for dinner parties with guests also able to enjoy the ocean and bush views from the dining table.

Guests, please note this property is not suitable for young children and as such we do not accept children under 5 years. The property has two lots of stairs and due to the configuration of the bedrooms located on separate parts of the property, children over 5 years may not feel comfortable sleeping downstairs away from Mum and Dad. Some kids love it (especially teens) while others may not, please consider this before making a booking enquiry.


3 SEPARATE SLEEPING QUARTERS ON THE PROPERTY

MAIN HOUSE OPEN PLAN TOP FLOOR SLEEPS 2

1 x DOUBLE SIZED BED IN OPEN PLAN BEDROOM LOCATED IN MAIN HOUSE TOP FLOOR
(TV, fire and stunning views from your bed)
SPLIT SYSTEM WITH A/C & HEATING
55 INCH OLED SMART TV

DOWNSTAIRS PEACOCK BEDROOM SLEEPS 2
1 X QUEEN SIZED BED
(bush views from your bed)
SPLIT SYSTEM WITH A/C & HEATING

PORT-HOLE BUNGALOW PINK BEDROOM
3rd BEDROOM BUNGALOW SLEEPS 2
1 x DOUBLE SIZED BED
(lovely & light with views over the 1950's rockery garden)
SPLIT SYSTEM WITH A/C & HEATING
50 INCH LCD TV AND DVD PLAYER

Additional accommodation is locked and keys will be provided when booked.

LINEN: Doonas with fresh doona covers are provided along with blankets and pillows however, guests are required to bring their own fitted, flat sheet, and pillowcases, bath towels and beach towels. Linen can be provided by arrangement at an additional fee.

NO PARTIES POLICY: Strict no parties' policy and any unpaid guests staying will be deducted from your security bond.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: Guests booking Kath’s View will be sent a terms and conditions of rental form directly via Stayz when booking. This form must be received back within 48 hours in order to confirm your stay.
NO PETS.
FILM SET & PHOTO SHOOTS - the property is available for filming and photo shoots please contact Louise to discuss.