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Cosy up with a fire in the cooler months.

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Port Fairy, VIC

Port Fairy Coastal Reserve15 min walk
Port Fairy History Centre16 min walk
Griffith Island3 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Very clean and spacious cottage, wonderful shower! No air con but there were fans. Had to be careful with some low doorw...

Elizabeth C.

Feb 17, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Pips on Bank - Charming, Historic Cottage Accommodation

'Pips on Bank' is an historic cottage built in 1867 that we have renovated with the desire to ensure your stay is comfortable, inspiring and one to remember.
We have maintained the original features of the cottage (including the very low doorways in the rear bedrooms, (please remember to 'duck') and brought them to the 21st century with a little eclectic styling and artistic flair.
Pips on Bank boasts 2 Queen Bedrooms and another with 2 single beds, all with new beds, furnishings and luxurious linens. Our cosy lounge offers an open fireplace to relax by on a winter weekend with a wine and a good book from our small but growing library. Games, DVDs, activities are also available for your entertainment. A HD TV and a fabulous Bluetooth sound system along with free WiFi, quietly blend into the ambiance and only add to your holiday comfort.
We offer a light filled kitchen with all of the conveniences required for preparing wonderful meals or simply a fabulous morning coffee. Please feel free to use the herbs that are in season in our kitchen garden. The dining room features the stone wall and fireplace from the original cottage kitchen and through the french doors will open your dining experience out to the alfresco. Outdoor furniture and BBQ are available for sunny breakfasts or balmy evening get togethers. The backyard provides an abundance of lounging on the lawn space, or the perfect area for a family cricket match!

Our bathroom offers both a spacious shower and freestanding bath for your convenience and enjoyment.

LOCATION

Port Fairy would have to be considered the jewel of the South West Coast, only 250km from Melbourne CBD and easily accessible by rail and bus. There is no excuse not to visit for a short break or a longer week of summer fun.

Pips on Bank is located 500m from the first of many hotels and restaurants. Continue a little further and you will find cafes, bakeries and a lovely little shopping village. It is the perfect stroll to a deliberately slow and luxurious brunch on a weekend, or an easy distance to walk to dinner and enjoy a drink!

We are located between the two popular beaches and wharf precinct where a popular local market is held and close to the public transport routes.
Everything is accessible by foot when staying at Pips on Bank. A great excuse to park the car in the drive and walk or, alternatively bring along your bikes for easy riding and exploring.

THINGS TO DO

Port Fairy is part of the Shipwreck coast and offers an abundance of exciting history, wonderful landscapes and beautiful architecture. From the charming Bluestone cottages like ours to the rugged and treacherous coastline of 'The Crags' there is never a shortage of attractions.

Summer fun at the two pristine and patrolled beaches, cycling along the bike trail to Koroit, discovering the lighthouse and Shearwater Colony, fishing, surfing or wandering through the village and pausing at an award winning cafe or restaurant on your stroll home....... a stay at Pips on Bank will offer a relaxing and comfortable base for all of your activities.

Come and enjoy the galleries, the markets, the Port Fairy Folk Festival or 'Winter Weekends' all of which contribute to the inspiring and creative nature of the town and its people ......we can't wait to meet you!

* NOTE - 3 Night Minimum Stay - 2 Night Winter Weekend on arrangement. NO Overnight Stays.
* Strictly No Pets Allowed

Property Address: 81 Bank Street, Port Fairy, Vic. 3284

Property manager

Leanne

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Fairy

Located in Port Fairy, this cottage is by the sea. Port Fairy History Centre and Port Fairy Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port Fairy Golf Club and Yambuk Beach Slide. Travelling with kids? Consider Eclectic Designs Glass Blowing Studio and Go Surf School. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

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Port Fairy, VIC

What's nearby

Port Fairy Coastal Reserve - 15 min walk
Port Fairy History Centre - 16 min walk
East Beach - 18 min walk
Port Fairy Lighthouse - 3 min drive
Griffith Island - 3 min drive

Getting around

Warrnambool Station - 23 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 168 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Star - ‬7 min walk
‪Rebecca’s Café - ‬8 min walk
‪Coffin Sally - ‬10 min walk
‪Basalt Winery - ‬10 min drive
‪The Hub at Port Fairy - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pips on Bank - Charming, Historic Cottage Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pips on Bank - Charming, Historic Cottage Accommodation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pips on Bank - Charming, Historic Cottage Accommodation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pips on Bank - Charming, Historic Cottage Accommodation located?

This family-friendly Port Fairy cottage is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Eclectic Designs Glass Blowing Studio, Port Fairy Public Cemetery and Port Fairy Coastal Reserve. Go Surf School and East Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

evelyn k.

1 June 2024

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

Great stay

Loved the cottage, it was cosy and suited us perfectly. Very close to the shopping precinct, eateries and heritage places. All details taking care of, by our host. We hope to stay again in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth C.

17 Feb 2024

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

Lovely stone cottage with modern extension

Very clean and spacious cottage, wonderful shower! No air con but there were fans. Had to be careful with some low doorways but not a major issue. Lovely big back garden. A bit far from the main street for us to walk but others may disagree.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

30 Nov 2023

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

Pips on bank

Gorgeous cottage full of character and very comfortable and cosy. Great location for cafes and restaurants. Port Fairy is a pretty friendly town...locals are most welcoming

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

andrew e.

7 July 2023

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

Fun stay

We enjoyed the cosy cottage, walking distance to shops, close to surf beaches and walks. Great time with family. Bath was great. Need to buy or bring own wood for fire. Excellent tour of eel traps at budj bim national park, recommend the 2 hour tour.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri G.

14 May 2023

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

Pips

Lovely place, would stay again

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allira S.

14 July 2022

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

Lovely cottage getaway in a superb location

Leanne's stay was absolutely perfect. Great location, within walking distance to everything you need. Warm cosy fireplace and all the amenities you need. The bathroom and laundry is recently renovated which was lovely. Leanne was friendly, prompt and informative throughout all communications. Will be back! Thanks for being a wonderful host Leanne

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

9 July 2022

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

Great. Break

Property has a mix of modern convinces with keeping the old world charm. Very short walk to where ever you want to go. Thanks for the great holiday

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

21 June 2022

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

Great stay

The property was very clean, beds comfy, shower nice & hot! Convenient to everything. Great place to stay! Thankyou!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

6 May 2022

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

Port Fairy Perfection

We loved our stay at Pips. The cottage was clean and bright, and the perfect balance between historical character and modern luxury. The location was perfect for a short stroll to Port Fairy Coffee Roasters (possibly the best coffee I've ever tasted!) and the shops. Our boys loved the bunny themed bedroom and the grassy back yard. Thanks Leanne, we will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray C.

16 Mar 2022

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Folkie 22

This Stunningly beautiful Historic Cottage was the perfect place to stay for our first Folkie, literally a 5 minute walk to anywhere . Thanks Heaps Leanne for all the useful tips re the best places for coffee or food etc etc. Very much appreciated .We all loved it so much we have booked Pip’s again for next year …. Cheers Megan & Murray

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Sue W.

15 Mar 2022

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

Love Port Fairy.

Great location, love Port Fairy 😁

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie W.

30 Jan 2022

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

Wonderful

Beautiful property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Was nice to stay close to town with everything within walking distance

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Jan 2022

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

Peaceful, practical, great location!

This is our third summer stay at Pips on Bank. We love the character of the cottage, along with it’s beautiful yard. We spend so much time outside when we stay. The cottage is decked out with everything you need which makes for a very relaxing stay. We pretty much ditch the car when we stay at Pip’s as it’s in walking and riding distance to everything Port Fairy has to offer. We enjoyed an extended two week stay here and loved utilising the bikes, sand castle equipment, fishing rods, and boogie boards which are provided in the little garden shed. We look forward to booking again. Thank you!

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stella A., Australia

2 Nov 2021

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

Pips - the best Stayz accommodation

What a gem. This old home has everything you need for a stay. Comfortable beds, beautiful Kitchen, manicured back garden and luxurious bathroom. Thank you Leanne for making it a memorable stay. James and Stella

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Annemarie C.

11 May 2021

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

Cute cottage in a fabulous spot

We have stayed in this property before and it’s in a fabulous spot which enabled us to walk everywhere.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L.

6 Apr 2021

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

Charming

The place is clean, lovely, well maintained. The owner replies promptly and very helpful. The entire booking process was very smooth and easy.

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

18 Mar 2021

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Amazing location and cottage

We loved our stay at Pips on Bank. It is the perfect location to walk into town, the beach, the wharf and anywhere else you want to visit in Port Fairy. The cottage is beautiful and well kept. The garden is a good size for little kids to run around and play in as well. We will definitely be staying here again next time we are in Port Fairy.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

22 Feb 2021

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History and Art beautifully combined.

Lovely conveniently located cottage which was beautifully presented. Lots of artistic touches adding to the historic surroundings. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Jan 2021

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Loved our second stay at Pips!

We've just thoroughly enjoyed our second stay at Pips on Bank. We were there four years ago and it's still just a lovely today – along with Leanne's great service and attention to detail. Upon leaving this time we booked in again for next summer too. We love the location as we can easily ditch the car and ride our bikes into town and down to the beach, which is a part of the the charm. Love the township too and all of the walking tracks. The house is comfortable and enjoyable. We particularly like the big grassy lawn – something we don't have at home. The addition of the beach gear and bikes in the shed were a welcome addition this time too. Thanks again and we look forward to our stay next year!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

9 Jan 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Holiday

We stayed for 7 nights at Pips over the Xmas/New Year period. The positives - great backyard with grass area, comfy beds and easy walk into town. The bikes, boogie boards and totem tennis were all used throughout our stay & were great additions. Overall however, we were disappointed with the standard of cleaning and some general maintenance of the house which I will outline to the owner in a separate email. It was a comfy stay and we enjoyed our time at Pips.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fleur G.

7 July 2020

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Perfection in Port Fairy

Beautiful home away from home in a fantastic location. Pips on Bank is filled with character and comfort ensuring you leave feeling nurtured, relaxed and refreshed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL P.

1 July 2020

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A beautiful stay

The accommodation was amazing and the location was perfect. Lovely stay.

10/10 Excellent

kate H.

28 Jan 2020

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Cute cottage

Great location, comfy beds, small but well payed out Back yard is fantastic And the added option to borrow bikes and totem tennis was fantastic

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

24 Jan 2020

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Quaint Cottage

We had a lovely stay in Leanne’s quaint cottage. Comfy beds & easy walking distance to the town. Would stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

12 Jan 2020

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

A great stay

Beautiful old building with a lovely kitchen extension, lovely atmosphere, gorgeous decorative touches, nice crockery to eat on. Beautiful back yard with outdoor table settings so enough room for a big group to eat there. Handy boogie boards and bikes etc in the back shed available for guests. The spare gas cylinder for the bbq was very handy.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Leanne

Hi, I am Leanne and am a partner, a mother, an artist and always busy! I own another property in central Bendigo and along with my partner, we also run Oxart Pottery in Taradale (close to Bendigo) I spend my time talking, creating, gardening, planning and designing and sometimes the obligatory book working! I obviously have a passion for creating and design and this is obvious in all aspects of my life and the thing that I love to share with my guests in the decoration and ambience of my properties. I am fortunate to have great health and in a position to enjoy what the world puts forth, so hope that my guests get the same experience and joy from their visits.

Why they chose this property

This property epitomizes Port Fairy and is an age old memory for me of my childhood holidays every year! From birth I have holidayed in and even lived in Port Fairy and it has become the place on earth I feel the most revived and relaxed. The cottage itself exudes personality and is steeped in history but has allowed us to decorate with a little quirkiness and our love of art. It is considered our family holiday home and so we love that others can share the place that we love to come to!

What makes this property unique

Pips is so close to town and you can wander down in the morning to buy a fresh baked loaf for breakfast, or just enjoy someone else cooking for you. Nothing is too far to walk to, including the beaches and the Moyne river. The bikes that are available for the guests use can also get you around easily and rest assured, Port Fairy has no hills!
The Bluestone walls will keep you cool in the summer and retain the warmth in winter and just make for an all round cosy stay!