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The Nature Lodge has the feel of a giant open plan tree-house Indonesian style – 5 levels in 2 storeys!. lots of fun for groups or families! – great BBQ area and a huge dining table that just cries out for fabulous dinner parties. Hang out around the cozy log fire, play the XBOX, choose from over 150 DVD titles or walk around the 31 acre Organic fruit and berry hobby farm. Close to all the tourism highlights of the Otways.

Waterfalls and Lakes just up the road and Beaches, cafes and Apollo Bay shopping just a short drive away!.

The Nature Lodge sits high atop Victoria’s Otway Ranges and is endowed with some of the most magestic views the Otways can produce. It’s here that you’ll be able to experience some real Otways hinterland magic. Towering gum trees, Otway forest, dense fern gullies and of course Lake Elizabeth where you can get up close and personal to that almost mythical creature – the platypus! -

The rear of the property provides walking access to the delightful Otway Forest Park Native birds abound, kangaroos, echidnas and koalas occasionally visit. Sleeping upto 8 people.

Located 5km past Barramunga, between the towns of Forrest (the gateway to the Otways) and Skenes Creek (The best swimming beach on the Great Ocean Road)- you’ll find us super conveniently located to all the best things to see and do in the Otways.

31 acres of rolling farmland containing fruit orchards, farm animals and your own private piece of rainforest with a large stretch of bubbling brook where you can picnic in peace without seeing another human for as long as you decide to stay.

24 hour reception, Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, BBQ – Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, CD Player, DVD, Kitchen, Log fires, Pets not allowed, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Videos/DVDs Supplied. Laundry facilities are not available.

This property sleeps 6 – 8 people in 3 bedrooms. The sleeping configuration is 3 queen rooms and a double fold out sofa in the living room. The Nature Lodge is unsuitable for children under 4 years old and older people because of all the little levels – older kids love the “Tree-House” feel.

Guest Reviews:

Rating: 4 /5 “Our stay was a good one. It was one of the most relaxing I’ve had. The breathtaking beauty that surrounds the lodge insures it is a quality holiday. The lodge itself was cosy and comfortable and we loved curling up on the couches to watch the dvds supplied each evening. If you want a low key break and want to get away from it all, this is the place!” Jane, VIC January 08

Rating: 4 /5 “The hosts were very welcoming, including the dog and chickens! A great view from the upstairs bedroom – its like being in a tree house. Beautiful rainforest and creek at the edge of the property and close by is Sabine Falls. It rained and rained and rained during our stay – but with the wood fire and a good supply of DVDs we had a cosy relaxing time. Thanks.” Toni, VICTORIA December 07

Rating: 5 /5 “After a stressful working week we recently spent a night at the Nature Lodge, and it was absolutely divine. Surrounded by serene rainforest, we were able to completely relax and rejuvenate. The standard of accomodation was above our expectations – in a word, luxurious. And the lovely couple that run the place were so warm and welcoming, we will be back for sure. Definately got our money’s worth!” Bayden, VIC February 07

To see pics of the Nature Lodge – follow this link to our flickr site http://www.flickr.com/photos/otways

Here you’ll be able to see some of whats inside and around the Nature Lodge… Enjoy!