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Type: Boutique Hotel

Summary: Boutique, adults-only accommodation in Port Fairy

Feature: Six bespoke and individually designed suites

Rooms: 6 Suites

Location: Victoria, Australia

Nearest airport: Mount Gambier

Transfer: Approximately 100 minutes by private car transfer

Luxury Holidays At Drift House

The brainchild of owners John and Colleen, The Drift House lies in the heart of Port Fairy, just a short distance from the western end of the spectacular Great Ocean Road and is the perfect base from which to explore the inland paradise of the Grampians National Park. Featuring reclaimed timbers, smooth concrete, and local stone, this beautiful retreat features just six suites boasting simple and clever architecture which has brought new life to a heritage building in a thoughtful and exciting way. Each suite has its own character and unique features, complimented by stunning bathrooms, spacious living and sleeping areas, and a small kitchenette with a well-stocked minibar. There’s no in-house restaurant, however, breakfast is served each morning in The Salon, featuring the finest local produce and three times a week a fabulous a la carte menu is available for guests who’d like to dine in. Mingle with fellow guests over pre-dinner drinks if the mood takes you. This adults-only haven is peaceful and tranquil, restrained yet playful, and brings a unique retreat to Port Fairy.

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Why Drift House is so special...

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Luxury Beach

Set alongside the Moyne River, Drift House is approximately 5 minutes' walk from the picturesque East Beach. While East Beach is a public beach, it is well maintained and is patrolled by lifeguards. Relax, unwind, and get comfortable on Port Fairy’s main beach, perfect for swimming in the blue waters or enjoying a stroll down the sandy shore.

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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Find the best room for you, and discover the exceptional restaurants that await...

Overview

Overview

No two suites at the Drift House are the same, each offering a unique and intriguing place to stay and brimming with character and personality. Whichever you choose, you can be assured of eye-catching design, superior comfy beds, and spectacular bathrooms.

Suite One

Suite One

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  • crop_freeSize:47m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Peaceful street views

Taking the whole ground floor of the original bluestone building, this elegant suite boasts an open fireplace, king-size or twin beds, and an elegant bathroom with black tiles and a rainfall shower. A standalone stone bath occupies one corner of the bedroom and guests can also enjoy exclusive use of the private veranda which runs the length of the suite.

Suite Two

Suite Two

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  • crop_freeSize:47m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Port Fairy Views

Suite Two occupies the entire first floor of the original building and is a light and vibrant suite; the perfect representation of coastal style. Original artwork creates natural divisions between the living and sleeping spaces while the beautiful bathroom features a soothing walk-in shower. A private balcony offers a place to relax and soak up the vibes of Port Fairy.

Suite Three

Suite Three

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  • crop_freeSize:67m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Private courtyard

Large and modern with a design that showcases a plethora of natural, recycled materials, this suite is heaven. The creative use of space, polished concrete, and reclaimed timbers combine to offer a gloriously rustic-luxe suite with a private walled courtyard, complete with a huge open fireplace.

Suite Four

Suite Four

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:63m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Moyne River Views

Sitting within a modern extension, this stunning suite is a masterclass in contemporary design. The architects were given free reign with this suite and the results are spectacular. Floor-to-ceiling louvre blinds enable you to adjust the light according to your mood and the spacious bathroom features a walk-in rain shower, large bath, and stretches the whole length of the suite.

Suite Five

Suite Five

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:42m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Garden Views

Suite Five comprises half of the Edwardian Villa and is filled with light. Tactile fabrics and soft linens create a sumptuous and warm place to stay, the stunning bathroom has a rainfall shower and a standalone bath, and there’s a front veranda perfect for afternoon snoozes.

Suite Six

Suite Six

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:44m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Private courtyard

Mute colours, natural light and a private courtyard come together to create a space which puts relaxation centre stage. Original features such as the open fireplace sit shoulder to shoulder with modern design and the gorgeous, tiled bathroom boasts a walk in-shower and large bath. The private courtyard is a place to ease into the day gently with a coffee in hand.

Overview

Overview

There is no restaurant as such, however ,The Salon is the heart of Drift House and this beautiful garden pavilion offers a stunning dining and lounge space. Start the day here with a delicious breakfast, drift over as the sun sinks over the yard arm for carefully curated cocktails and tempting pre-dinner snacks. Dinner is usually available Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings, but may change subject to demand. There’s also an honesty bar.

The Salon

The Salon

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Modern global cuisine
  • checkroomDress Code:Casually elegant
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:Yes

Garden Pavilion

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Climate

Melbourne enjoys warm summers, glorious springs, mild autumns and crisp winters. With its variable climate, Melbourne warmest months are December to February, it cools down from March to May, chills out June to August before warming up again in the spring months of September to November.

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Great Ocean Road

A drive along Great Ocean Road is, without doubt, absolutely dazzling! Snaking 664 kilometres along Victoria’s rugged southwest coast, a recommended self-drive trip takes three days at a comfortable pace. The official starting point is Torquay – birthplace of surf brands Rip Curl and Quicksilver – ending at the fishing village of Port Fairy. Along the journey, look out for the magnificent Twelve Apostles, white-crested surf, misty waterfalls, lush rainforest and wildlife including kangaroos, koalas and whales. Stop at the lookouts and soak up the views, or stop a little longer for clifftop dining, zip-lining adventures and climbs up volcanic craters.

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Melbourne

Sophisticated, stylish and arty, Melbourne is Australia’s sports and cultural capital. Explore its wide avenues and leafy lanes, lined with an eclectic mix of Art Deco towers, World Heritage-listed buildings, gourmet restaurants, concert halls, designer shops and edgy street art. There are lots of characterful neighbourhoods, from glitzy to hipster, with a good sprinkling of ethnic communities bringing the likes of Vietnamese food and Jewish bakeries. Sport is almost a religion here – with football, cricket, horse racing, grand-slam tennis and F1 racing – and the city is filled with sports stadiums. Also on the edge of town are the truly stunning Royal Botanical Gardens, while Melbourne is equally passionate about art and hosts festivals, exhibitions and musical extravaganzas throughout the year.

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Yarra Valley

Take a journey into Yarra Valley, laden with scenic delights such as Dandenong Ranges National Park, Yarra Ranges National Park, Kinglake National Park, Bunyip State Park and Cathedral Ranges State Park. Along your travels, step inside one or two of the many wine cellars and meet local producers passionate about their world-class plonk, which comes in a range of styles thanks to perfect climatic conditions. Other things to see and do include hiking and cycling along one of the valley’s waymarked trails, visiting the local artist studios or meeting a platypus at Healesville Sanctuary.

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Phillip Island

Just 90 minutes from Melbourne, tiny Phillip Island offers non-stop family fun, amazing wildlife, bone-white beaches, excellent fishing and fast-paced motorsports racing. Adventures include seeing penguins and koalas in their natural habitat at the Philip Island Nature Park, swimming, surfing, sunning and sandcastle-building at one of the island’s sleepy, little bays, exploring the island on foot along a coastal path or enjoying a piece of hi-octane action at the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix.

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