Holiday rentals and lettings in Anglesea

Anglesea means fresh air and glorious sea views, Anglesea means stunning flora such as rare orchids, Anglesea means attractive beaches, parks and gardens, Anglesea means abundant wildlife, particularly kangaroos, Anglesea means spectacular coastal walks, Anglesea means all this, and so much more, and it is ready to welcome you, your friends and your family with a huge smile. You are spoilt for choice with holiday rentals in the town of Anglesea, but if the beach is to be the focus of your holiday, look for lettings in the far south of the town around Queenscliff Coastal Reserve – you will be just footsteps from the golden sands!

Holiday rentals in Anglesea are a real treat. Spacious open plan living is the norm, as are large gardens and patios for enjoying that quintessential Australian outdoor lifestyle. Lettings are made of wood and boast huge windows, providing so much light and space to the already capacious interior. Big groups are well catered for, with some lettings boasting up to 5 bedrooms.

Anglesea is a gorgeous 90-minute drive from Melbourne along Australia’s most famous coastal drive, the Great Ocean Road, making it a popular weekend destination among urbanites. It is an excellent base to explore the region as well as a thrilling holiday destination in its own right, with sensational beaches, wildlife and natural landscapes, a celebration of life by the water.

The Great Ocean Road officially starts at Torquay 30 minutes north of Anglesea, which is the second major town on the 320 kilometre road which runs east-west along the coast. This is one of the world’s most infamous driving adventures, with dramatic open ocean views and myriad attractions such as the Twelve Apostles, a spectacular collection of limestone stacks, London Bridge, an offshore natural arch, lighthouses and much more. Make this unforgettable drive part of your holiday in Anglesea!

Anglesea beach is 400 metres long and located by the mouth of a river. Safe and patrolled during peak times, the beach is walkable to from anywhere in town and replete with all the amenities for a comfortable family day out – water fountains, viewing platforms, playgrounds, picnic tables, cycling trails and easy parking. So, bring your family, lay out your beach goodies, build a sandcastle, enjoy a walk along the coastline and enjoy a fun-fuelled splash in the warm water!

People come to Anglesea from far and wide to see its wildlife, with 29 mammal species recorded in and around the town and over 100 species of native birds including the Crimson Rosella and a variety of Honeyeaters. But it’s the kangaroos and wallabies that are the biggest draw. They can be seen across the region, but sightings are guaranteed from the area around Anglesea Golf Course. Koalas also call Anglesea their home, although they are harder to spot. Make sure to look up in the gum trees, and you just might get lucky!

A spinny, dizzy, fun-filled day with the family at Jumpz Anglesea is just the antidote to the Monday-Friday grind. Located behind the Great Ocean Road Resort, if you’d rather pass this one, there is a deck area by the trampolines for the parents to relax with a drink whilst your kids go mad!

The Bellbrae Estate Winery is a boutique vineyard and cellar door that benefits from a cool, maritime climate and produces exquisite wines such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz. Check out the live music and special programmes held in summertime Sunday afternoons.

Great Ocean Road Mini Golf boasts over 30 holes of mini golf invention, where you can discover a whole new challenge at every turn as balls fly overhead and underground. If you are a fan of mini golf, this is about as good as it gets, quite frankly!

Simply put, a cycling excursion of the Anglesea region is a thrill and a delight. Explore Hurst Road through the heathlands and Great Otway National Park or make your way along the stunning Surf Coast Walk towards Point Addis or Fairhaven. The terrain is easy going, and the views are to die for!

The iconic Great Ocean Road is quintessential Australia, with winding turns that wrap around a picturesque coastline, myriad secluded spots to discover, an abundance of wildlife to spot, and the shifting panorama of the dazzling, deep blue ocean extending to the horizon.