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  11  B&Bs, homesteads, small hotels and cottages reviewed and highly recommended:
image of Oscars Waterfront Hotel riverside at Port Fairy PORT FAIRY. Oscar's Waterfront Boutique Hotel, on river, fishing port views, luxury ensuite rms, cottage, lounge, full breakfast on verandah on sunny mornings. Well run, popular. fr $260 B&B P(03)5568 3022  FULL REVIEW...
photo to come PORT CAMPBELL - ANCHORS on country edge of town, 2 near-new cottages, open plan, with all luxuries, king bed, spa bath, kitchen, all mod cons and privacy. perfect for couples exploring 12 Apostles area. fr 190/nt M 0417 434 400
JOHANNA SEASIDE COTTAGES near Cape Otway on Shipwreck Coast, scenic farm, walks to ocean beach. Exc 1 to 4 bedrm s/c cottages, great for couples or families. Rivernook Cottage  (pictured) fr $240nt (03)5237 4242 - pets ok!!!   on Great Ocean Road - Otway Ranges
image of Waves Restaurant at Port Campbell PORT CAMPBELL. Waves , the best cafe-bistro in town, all day dining; Family run, great coffee, breakfast. Seven quality ensuite rooms, 5 with spa. Carpark, middle of of town, 10mins to 12 Apostles . Fr $180 room only P 03 5598 6111
PORT CAMPBELL Daysy Hill Country Cottages, on inland edge of town, excellent self-contained 1&2 bed family cottages, plus luxury spa suites perfect for couples. Well run and maintained. Wonderful base for extended stay near 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. fr $125nt (03)5598 6226
photo to come WOOLSTHORPE - Quamby Homestead is a wonderful historic homestead on a large farm 20 mins from Warrnambool - a very scenic drive inland. Cottages are the go here, or book the standard rooms for a group.  Great inland route to Grampians. Breakfast included, dinner available. Lovely hosts. fr $140-180 B&B top hosts! P 03 5569 2395

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 GRAMPIANS - Aquila Eco Lodges. 4 well-separated lodges sleep up to six, slef-contained, built in untouched forest at the foot of the Southern Grampians mountains. One of the first and best eco lodges in Australia, new owners are keeping things in top order. Fr $220  P 03 5677 2582
photo to come GRAMPIANS. Marwood; the first 5-star s/c villas in Victoria. Romantic, spacious self ontained luxury. Near Halls Gap village, from $350 B&B/nt  but look for a mid-week package   P 03 5356 4231

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WARRNAMBOOL - Aqua Ocean Villas are right opposite the maritime museum with ocean views. Four ultra modern 2-storey apartments with all luxuries. 3 bedrooms, lounge, full kitchen and bathrooms, garage, courtyard BBQ - the lot! $299 per villa self-catering  M 0422 313 601

photo of Hearn's villas and ocean at South Beach, Port Fairy PORT FAIRY Hearn's Beachside Villas on secluded & rugged ocean beach 2km from town, modern villas; luxury, spa. fr $290nt room only (03) 5568 3150  book direct - their website is a minefield.
photo to come GRAMPIANS - Mountain Grand Boutique Hotel. One of the last of the original timber guesthouses left in Victoria, well updated by owners, offers comfy rather than luxurious rooms, with ensuite, good dining , convivial atmosphere, live '50s-60s music at weekends fr $205/nt dinner, B&B. 03 5356 4232
 
visited and worth considering:
APOLLO BAY Claerwen Retreat B&B in guest wing. & 3 bedrm cottages;.massages, behind Apollo Bay, fr $240 (03)5237 7064 PORTLAND. Burswood Homestead has extensive gardens, an important heritage listed mansion, good B&B hosting; bedrooms, ensuites; lounge, Devonshire tea anyone? fr $140 b&b (03) 5523 4686 
LORNE Grand Pacific Hotel, stately pub in Lorne is fully revamped. Comfy ensuite guest rooms, good apartments behind. Dining, bar. fr $140 (03)5289 2279 WARRNAMBOOL. Merton Manor has 6 mews-style full suites purpose-built; ensuite, spa. Manor lounge, full brekky.Edge of town. fr $160 B&B (03) 5562 0720 
CAPE BRIDGEWATER.   Sea View Lodge comfortable b&b with ensuite guest rooms, 15min Portland. fr $130 B&B (03)5526 7276 PORT FAIRY. Gobles Mill House B&B, comfy ensuite rooms in heritage mill on Moyne River. fr $165 B&B 03 5568 1118  
PORT CAMPBELL. Shearwater Haven offers only two exc ensuite rooms, sitting rm, breakfast; on hill just out of town. fr $140 B&B 03 5598 6532   
 
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