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Chocolate Gannets

Villa

6180 Great Ocean Road

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
13 mentions

The breakfast hamper was a nice touch, location was very ideal but also very pri…

I liked how close and far from the township it is Also like the beach directly…

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

The property was lovely and the view from the living areas and main bedroom was …

Location was great and perfect, overall the entire room and space were very well…

Breakfast available
5 mentions

Lili included a great breakfast hamper comprising bread, butter, and jam, milk a…

Villa 3 provided a beautiful breakfast hamper, champagne, bath salts, balloons, …

Clean rooms
4 mentions

The welcome baskets was great and the property was very comfortable and clean

Clean

Friendly staff
4 mentions

Facilities were great, host was super accomodating and went above and beyond to …

Such a thoughtful host

Good value
2 mentions

Value for money and close to Philip Island ‘s attraction

Definitely worth the stay, you won’t be disappointed

Overview

Located on the Great Ocean Road in Apollo Bay, directly opposite a beautiful sandy beach, Chocolate Gannets offers 5-star self-contained villas with free Wi-Fi and spectacular views of the Southern Ocean. Guests receive a welcome pack of provisions on arrival, featuring muesli, bread, wine, chocolate, fruit, condiments, tea, coffee, milk and fruit juice. Chocolate Gannets consists of four separate villas, two are Seafront Villas and two are Garden Villas. Seafront Villas have full ocean views and the Garden Villas have partial ocean views. All villas have a fully equipped kitchen and laundry. You can sink into the leather sofa and relax in front of the wood fire, or soak in the large 2-person spa bath looking out at the waves in front of you. The restaurants and cafes of Apollo Bay town centre are just 2.5 km from Chocolate Gannets Villas. It is a 30-minute drive to Cape Otway National Park and 90 minutes’ drive to the 12 Apostles.

Traveller reviews

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Luke

couple

May 14, 2026

10

Perfect

The breakfast hamper was a nice touch, location was very ideal but also very private. Facilities were great, host was super accomodating and went above and beyond to help me plan my proposal there. Always available to answer questions and kept good but minimal communication throughout my stay. Kitchen was well stocked, and all the little things like having salt, pepper and oil readily available, and plenty of firewood.

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Ramakrishnan

family_with_children

April 19, 2026

10

Excellent location. The views are killer. Made memories.

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Chris

solo_traveller

March 18, 2026

10

The property was lovely and the view from the living areas and main bedroom was exceptional.

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Alexander

couple

February 22, 2026

10

Very beautiful location

I liked how close and far from the township it is Also like the beach directly across from it.

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rajeev

family_with_children

January 8, 2026

10

Perfect stay Lovely extra touches Ev charger

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Anna

couple

November 26, 2025

8

Cleanliness could have been better.

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Daniel

extended_group

November 13, 2025

8

Very relaxing and enjoyable, the koala track out the back was quite the highlight also

Location was great and perfect, overall the entire room and space were very well appointed

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Chan

family_with_children

November 4, 2025

10

Felt like coming home - it had everything we needed!

Great location facing the sea, close walking proximity to the beach. Lili included a great breakfast hamper comprising bread, butter, and jam, milk and juices, fruits, and muesli. Such a thoughtful host! She also responded in seconds when I texted her because I couldn't locate the olive oil 😂 absolutely loved the bed and pillows - they were so comfy! Slippers are provided, too!

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Mary

couple

September 28, 2025

10

Brilliant property for a relaxing get away.

Amazing views and great self contained accommodation. The welcome baskets was great and the property was very comfortable and clean.

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Max

couple

September 9, 2025

10

Fantastic place to stay and had a great weekend away to celebrate an anniversary, the koalas were also a highlight!

Such a great location and the facilities were great, loved having a fire place and spa and it was amazing how close to the beach it was.

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Anthony

couple

August 31, 2025

10

We had a lovely stay with amazing views, comfortable by bed and accomodation and were made feel very welcome by the owne

Clean. Comfortable big beds. Amazing view. Quiet. Short walk around the grounds was beautiful. Attention to detail was very clear.

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Gemma

couple

July 28, 2025

10

Fantastic place on the ocean road

Outstanding place on the ocean road, super easy to check in and lovely views. We even spotted the koalas in the back along the pink track walk. Very cozy and warm, the front villas look amazing and we will definitely come back and stay in one of those. We had a complimentary basket of treats which was a lovely welcome, highly recommend staying here. Communication was spot on.

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Nasarudin

couple

July 22, 2025

10

Fabulous

The privacy location with the majestic ocean . Value for money and close to Philip Island ‘s attraction . The Koala just behind the villa is a plus . Love the Jacuzzi that is facing the ocean. The surprise wedding anniversary gifts and small decor by the hosts really amazing

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Hansmills

extended_group

June 19, 2025

10

Relaxing

Location and the fire

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David

couple

June 4, 2025

9

We enjoyed the total comfy experience. It was a totally worthwhile indulgence.

Location and view from villa was awesome

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Jonathan

couple

June 4, 2025

10

Beautiful, relaxing Beach staycation.

The Chocolate Gannets offer an unforgettable experience at their stunning property. Villa 3 provided a beautiful breakfast hamper, champagne, bath salts, balloons, and a birthday banner for my wife’s special day. With its peaceful ocean views and koalas in the back, it’s the perfect place to stay.

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Yong Piou

extended_group

May 27, 2025

10

Highlight of our trip to Melbourne!

House was cozy and clean, with great ocean views right at doorstep. Love the double height ceilings and the fireplace. Kitchen was well organised and rooms were spacious. There was even a jacuzzi tub that looks out to the sea! Host was very warm and helpful (reserved dinner at Graze restaurant for us), and the welcome hamper of wine, chocolate and snacks was thoughtful. Fridge was well stocked and we finished our tray of eggs for breakfast. Location is just off Great Ocean Road and 5 min drive to Apollo Bay. There's a koala sanctuary behind and we managed to spot 2 koalas! We spent 2 nights here but wished we had booked for a longer stay.

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Gautam

family_with_children

May 24, 2025

9

Beautiful stay by the beach

Location was excellent

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Lisa

couple

April 23, 2025

10

Luxurious stay

The villa was amazing, so much thought has gone into making the experience a luxurious one. We enjoyed lazy nights on the couch with the fire going, a Spa bath watching the waves roll in and cooked up a delicious breakfast with the hamper provided. Definitely worth the stay, you won’t be disappointed

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Jo

family_with_children

April 21, 2025

10

Everything about the property was amazing. So clean and great location near the beach.

Facilities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet, Lower bathroom sink

Activities

Beachfront, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Massage, Hiking, Diving, Beach, Walking tours

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Fruits

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Safety deposit box, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Garden, BBQ facilities

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Carbon monoxide detector, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals

Self check-in

Lockbox key collection at the property

Services

Concierge service, Grocery deliveries, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that there is a 4% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card. Please note that the villas are not serviced during your stay. You are responsible for keeping the villa in a clean condition. You will require a door code to access your villa. To receive this code, please contact Chocolate Gannets 24 hours before arrival, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 9, 2024, 9:32 PM

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Chocolate Gannets - 5 Star Hotel in Apollo Bay