Renovated 1950s beach shack. Private with magnificent ocean view

Wye River, Victoria
$256 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

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Sleep 7

Max Sleeps


LAST MINUTE CANCELLATION 4-9TH JAN 35% DISCOUNTED STAY

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 theheart 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.

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near The Ocean On The River On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Property Is Only Suitable For Children Over 5 Yrs Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • James F.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    I was asked to rate the national park. As implied by the name the Great Otway National Park really is great, however the house is not located in it as far as I am aware. We loved being there. Enjoyed eating on the deck overlooking part of the ocean and walking down to the town and beach. We loved the 1950s vibe. The host was also great to deal with. Thank you for having us.

  • Mayur K.

    Submitted Aug 31, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    This renovated 1950s beach shack is truly a trip down memory lane. Care has been taken to preserve the character of the shack, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We stayed here for 5 nights in winter, the owner recommends bringing your dressing gowns and socks, which made perfect sense. The wood fire and the view of the ocean in the background were the highlights. The General Store and the Pub were within walking distance, and we visited both venues pretty much every day for breakfast and dinner. The view of the ocean from the balcony is stunning, too.

  • Jill C.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    Cool retro vibes but a little dusty and musty for the price. Please read the fine print if you plan to stay here - there is no bed linen or towels included in the price and the set up is a studio if you only require 1 or 2 beds. There is also quite a lengthy list of chores to complete upon departure! Definitely not suitable for enfant and parents, unless you plan to go to bed early!

  • Jason K.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    Loved our stay at this Wye River beach shack. Was a great nostalgic getaway. The views of the bay are amazing.

  • Lara T.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 24, 2024

    This is a lovely place with great views.- I found it overpriced for what it was and the bottom floor quite dusty. Overall a nice stay though.

  • Mani H.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 11, 2024

    Lovely little place for a few days to get away from it all. The view was fantastic, sitting amongst the gum trees, with the birds, watching the ocean. When the rain came over it was lovely to snuggle up with the fire on and watch the clouds scoot past. Wish we could have stayed a few more days.

  • Jaishil S.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Nice views, cozy stay

  • Daryl S.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2024

    Stayed Mar 29, 2024

    If you want five star accom like the Hilton go and pay for it . This is basic , rustic, the shower is outside down the stairs , but everything is clean. , it works , there is a lovely view and the fifties ephemera is stunning . If you prefer a FC golden over a Lexus,a vinyl over a Spotify , or I love Lucy o er marries at first sight , this is for you . I

  • Nick B.

    Submitted May 24, 2023

    Stayed May 20, 2023

    Lovely views over the water, great place to stay with friends

  • Mia S.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2023

    Stayed Apr 7, 2023

    Such a beautiful property in Wye cosy and homely. Definitely worth a visit.

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