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Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views

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Indulge in spectacular views from the living room
Exquisite light filled open plan living with high ceilings
Large deck with stunning views
Fully equipped open kitchen
Enjoy this peaceful bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Skenes Creek, VIC
  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Marriners Lookout
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views

Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of nature, this delightful 3-bedroom holiday home is designed for guests seeking comfort, style, and an unforgettable getaway. With unique features catering to every need, Enki's Rest offers a harmonious blend of modern conveniences and charming aesthetics. Sleeping 6 guests over 3 bedrooms with a study for those who like to work from home.

Sleeping up to six guests, each bedroom offers luxurious accommodation. The master suite features a plush king-sized bed for your ultimate comfort, while the second room is furnished with two cozy single beds, ideal for children or friends. The third bedroom houses a comfortable queen bed, making it a versatile space for any guest. The home also comes with a convenient study room for those who need to catch up on work or like to wind down with a good book.

You will arrive to ready-made beds featuring professionally laundered crisp, white linen with nothing to do other than to relax and settle in.
Bath Towels are included however if you are planning a trip to the beach, please BYO Beach Towels. Hand Towels, Bath Mats and Tea Towels are included.

• Please note: If available, bunk beds will have linen provided however will not be made due to Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

SLEEPS 6 GUESTS
Master: King
Bedroom 2: 2 x singles
Bedroom 3: Queen
Study: no beds, but offers a space to work from home.

Equipped with two modern bathrooms, the house offers both convenience and indulgence. The soothing touch of a relaxing soak in the full-sized bathtub at the end of a long day exploring Victoria's wonders is second to none.

For those who love to cook, the property boasts a fully equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher and a premium Nespresso pod machine to kickstart your mornings. The house's open plan living area flows seamlessly onto a large verandah, perfect for outdoor dining or a BBQ under the clear Skenes Creek skies. The stunning outdoor space gives you a panoramic view of the enchanting surrounds, an experience you wouldn't want to miss.

Enki's Rest is designed with your utmost comfort in mind, from the well-furnished living area featuring a fireplace for those chilly evenings, to the smart TV for your entertainment. Each bedroom is warmed by a heating system, while a split AC system ensures the living area and hallway remain cool during the warmer months.

Lastly, practical features like a full laundry room with a washer and dryer, as well as a highchair for our little guests, ensure your stay is hassle-free.

Escape to Enki's Rest, a home away from home where every moment is cherished. Whether you're looking for a family vacation, a romantic escape, or simply a peaceful retreat, Enki's Rest in Skenes Creek promises an experience of tranquility, comfort, and luxury in Victoria's stunning landscape.

The property is pet friendly, please let us know if you intend to bring pets under 25kg, for pets over this size, please request prior to booking.


BOND/REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT FEE: Please note the bond is held as a pre-authorisation on your credit card, this is taken within 24 hours of your arrival and held until 3 days post stay. We require that the bond is simply an amount we "hold" on your card. If there are issues or damages, we will contact you post stay to discuss with a view to resolving before the hold is released.

The booking price displayed for online bookings includes a processing fee of 3% per booking.
If a refund or cancellation takes place, please note the refunded amount will not include the 3% processing fee as this will be retained by Otway Retreats to cover the original transaction.
HOUSE RULES
1.   Check-in time is 3:00pm on the day of arrival and check out is 10:00am unless specified and agreed otherwise.
2.  A keysafe code will be provided to you to access the property via email at 9am the morning of arrival.
3.   Keys should be returned to the key safe location no later than the agreed checkout time on the day of departure. Failure to depart on time may result in extra charges and failure to return keys in the lockbox will result in extra charges.
4.   Early Check-ins and Late checkouts are subject to availability and may incur additional costs at the host discretion.
5.    Guests are responsible for their choice of accommodation. Otway Retreats is not responsible if the style of property does not live up to guests’ expectations, therefore guests should view property listings online carefully before selecting and booking their preferred property.  Please call our office if you require clarification on any aspect of a property prior to booking. Our properties have accurate photos showing the property inclusions and the layout of the properties.
6.   Please respect the privacy of our local community and neighbours. If a guest's behaviour or noise level is unreasonable, a warning will be given and ignoring this will result in the cancellation of the booking without refund.
7.  There is a strict non-smoking policy inside the home, failure to comply will result in a minimum $300 fine. Guests may also be liable for the loss of owner's income from any future bookings affected by their actions. Guests can smoke outside, ensuring they dispose of all cigarette butts and leave no trace.
8.  Excess Rubbish Removal fees of a minimum of $90 may apply if the amount of rubbish left at the property is deemed over and above what should be reasonably expected for the length of stay and number of guests. For guests staying at Eco properties with no council rubbish collection, they will need to carefully read the rubbish and waste policy and ensure they remove rubbish in accordance with the property rules. 
9. Should pets be found in accommodation not classified as pet friendly, guests may be requested to vacate their property immediately with no refund and will be liable for additional cleaning fees at a minimum of $200.
10. Rates apply for any additional guests staying at the property that were not included as part of the original booking. Please advise Otway Retreats and make necessary payment for additional guests. Should additional unpaid guests be found, the booking may be cancelled, and you will be asked to vacate. No refund will be given.
11.   Otway Retreats properties are offered based on private, residential usage only. Large events, functions, parties and gatherings are not permitted at any Otway Retreats property under any circumstances. Should this occur, you will be requested to vacate the property immediately and your booking will be cancelled without refund. We do not accept any schoolies bookings.
12.   Guests are expected to leave the property in a neat and tidy manner on departure. This includes washing and putting away dishes, returning all items to their original position, all food items removed from fridges, barbecues cleaned, ovens and microwaves wiped out and rubbish placed in appropriate bins. Additional cleaning fees (minimum $90) may apply if the property is not left in a presentable condition.
13.   Guests are required to turn off lights, appliances and lock doors and windows upon departure. Guests must ensure all heating and AC units are off, if they are left on, guests may be charged for excess power.
14.   A minimum key replacement fee of $150 will apply if property keys are not returned on departure. Additional locksmith fees may also apply if locks require replacement due to the loss of keys and if bookings are impacted guests may be liable for loss of booking income.
15.    All properties include a full linen package including: sheets, towels, pillow cases, bath mats, hand towels, tea towels, quilts + covers for each bed. Beds will be made on arrival (excluding bunks).
16.   Otway Retreats will not be held responsible for failure of utilities, essential services or appliances such as electricity and water should they cease to function based on issues with the supplier that are beyond the control of Otway Retreats. 
17. Wifi  (where available) is provided complimentary for guest use. Guests should note that internet connection speeds vary widely according to local area availability and connection type and in many cases, data may be limited. Whilst every endeavour will be made to ensure Wi-Fi is working as intended, we cannot guarantee an available or consistent connection due to network, data or speed issues beyond our control. Outages do occur and whilst we will always try to have the connection restored, this will not always be possible. Compensation will not be considered in these circumstances as Wi-Fi is provided on a complimentary basis.
18. We recommend all guests arrive prior to 9pm given check in is via a lockbox, whilst we have an after-hours service in place, it is generally only periodically checked after 9pm and guests run the risk of not having prompt support if there is an issue with their check in process after 9pm, if guests arrive after 9am and have issues getting into the accommodation, Otway Retreats will not be liable to pay for compensation for failed access.
19. At Otway Retreats, our focus is on holiday home and Airbnb accommodations, moving away from the usual hotel setups. In line with our commitment to offering an authentic holiday home experience, we kindly advise our guests to bring along their own toiletries, beach towels, preferred food items for cooking or dining, coffee pods or beans (we're happy to help with coffee machine compatibility), sunscreen, and paper towels, as these are not provided. Additionally, feel free to bring along your favourite books or games to add to your enjoyment during your stay. It's important to remember that you're immersing yourself in a holiday home atmosphere, where our services are tailored to enhance this unique experience.

Property manager

Mikhala McCann

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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

About the area

Skenes Creek

Located in Skenes Creek, this holiday home is by the sea. Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve.
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Skenes Creek, VIC

What's nearby

  • Skenes Creek Beachfront Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Marriners Lookout - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enki's Rest - Stylish home with ocean views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Skenes Creek Beachfront Park. Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve and Old Cable Station Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

June T.

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

Peace and quiet

Very comfortable for 4 senior adults with no children. Fulfilled all our expectations where we wanted away from the hustle and bustle, easy care living with just the sound of the waves and the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mikhala McCann

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