Top choice in Great Ocean Road
Overlooking the water, this wonderful double-storey house was built as a replica of the original Bridgewater Hotel that burnt down here in 1927. As well as five cosy beach-house-style en-suite doubles – with use of the lounge, fireplace, kitchen and dining areas – there are some budget rooms out the back. The friendly owner can pick you up from Portland.
There are also a cottage ($235; sleeps four) in the garden and a two-bedroom house.
13.15 MILES
Bird-lovers won't want to miss the opportunity to visit Australia's only mainland gannet colony, which can be viewed from a platform at Point Danger…
11.03 MILES
Set along the Great South West Walk is this superb purpose-built whale-viewing platform that looks out to stupendous views of the ocean. Free mounted…
10.8 MILES
The grassy precinct overlooking the harbour has several heritage bluestone buildings. The Customs House (1850) is still a working office, but on weekdays…
8.5 MILES
Head to the top of the still-operational Cape Nelson lighthouse (c 1884) for fantastic views overlooking the edge of the world. You'll be shown around the…
Portland Maritime Discovery Centre
10.82 MILES
Visit for excellent displays on shipwrecks and Portland's whaling history. Other highlights include a sperm-whale skeleton that washed ashore, a giant…
10.69 MILES
This restored 1886 cable tram (now diesel powered) does four to five trips a day, plying a circular 7.4km route on a track laid in 2002 that links the…
10.97 MILES
The third-oldest botanical gardens in Victoria (behind those in Melbourne and Geelong), this peaceful spot is a lovely place to stroll or enjoy a picnic…
10.53 MILES
Set in a massive shed decorated with motor paraphernalia is this car enthusiast's dream, featuring 40 vintage and classic Australian and international…
8.5 MILES
Head to the top of the still-operational Cape Nelson lighthouse (c 1884) for fantastic views overlooking the edge of the world. You'll be shown around the…
2. Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum
10.53 MILES
Set in a massive shed decorated with motor paraphernalia is this car enthusiast's dream, featuring 40 vintage and classic Australian and international…
10.69 MILES
This restored 1886 cable tram (now diesel powered) does four to five trips a day, plying a circular 7.4km route on a track laid in 2002 that links the…
10.8 MILES
Located in the former town hall (1863), this interesting museum details Portland's rich colonial and maritime history. There's also info on the drama…
10.8 MILES
The grassy precinct overlooking the harbour has several heritage bluestone buildings. The Customs House (1850) is still a working office, but on weekdays…
6. Portland Maritime Discovery Centre
10.82 MILES
Visit for excellent displays on shipwrecks and Portland's whaling history. Other highlights include a sperm-whale skeleton that washed ashore, a giant…
7. World War II Memorial Lookout
10.95 MILES
While the old water tower (c 1932) houses an interesting WWII collection donated by locals, it's of most interest for its commanding 360-degree views of…
10.97 MILES
The third-oldest botanical gardens in Victoria (behind those in Melbourne and Geelong), this peaceful spot is a lovely place to stroll or enjoy a picnic…