| Venus Bay Eco Retreat is a small-scale, Advanced Ecotourism certified accommodation retreat on the South Gippsland coast, 2½ hours drive from Melbourne city, located away from suburban areas and holiday crowds. The 'one only' two-storey, contemporary styled accommodation cabin is ideal for couples, families or groups and sleeps a maximum of five people. The retreat is an exclusive, unique destination surrounded by protected coastal bushland and wildlife. Walking and cycling trails lead from the eco retreat to nearby beautiful beaches and tranquil wetlands. Bed linen, towels and beach towels are provided and all bookings receive a continental breakfast basket with local and certified organic produce on arrival. Certified organic bathroom products, teas and freshly ground organic coffee are complimentary throughout your stay. The beautifully detailed bathroom features a rainwater bath big enough for two with views into the surrounding bushland. You can discover gourmet cooking using the Cobb, a highly efficient BBQ style cooker that runs on sustainably harvested coconut fibre. Cooking delicious meals outdoors on the covered deck helps you make the most of the private bushland setting. The retreat has reverse-cycle air-conditioning to ensure that guests are comfortable on extreme temperature days and nights. Quality books and magazines, a sound system with iPod dock and CD, board games, yoga mats, local maps and information to help you enjoy your visit are provided by your friendly host, who has lived in the area for more than 30 years. The retreat offers free guided walks by request to help visitors learn about the local environment and wildlife. 35 minutes drive along the scenic coast to Wilsons Promontory National Park. 45 minutes drive to Phillip Island Penguin parade. Shops, restaurants and cafes nearby. Advanced Ecotourism is a high standard quality assurance. You can be certain your holiday at the eco retreat helps conserve our beautiful coast. |