Johanna River Farm and Cottages in Johanna, Colac Otway Shire, Australia | Farm | Self Catering | Cottages | SELF CATERING APARTMENT | Self Catering Apartments holiday rentals | Farmstead | Farmstays

Johanna River Farm and Cottages is located at the foot of the Otway Ranges just off the Great Ocean Road,
Midway between Apollo Bay & the 12 Apostles, 4kms from Johanna Beach, which incorporates The Great Ocean Walk, and central to all the highlights of the Great Ocean Road and Otway National Park in Victoria in Australia.

Johanna River Farm and Cottages really is the perfect location to base yourself if you're wanting to explore the coast and forests of South West Victoria.
Ideal for the family wanting a Farm holiday experience, our 2 bedroom Cottages cater for up to 5 people. Even the family pet is welcome! Or, for couples wanting a picturesque, peaceful escape, one bedroom Cottages offer all the comforts & secluded location.

Travelling in a large group? Cottages are popular with larger social or family groups who holiday together. Enjoy the large common lawn and garden area which encircles 3 of the Cottages as well as enjoying the comforts, privacy and extra amenities when booking multiple Cottages.

Johanna is a wonderful little pocket of scenic beauty just off the Great Ocean Road. Rolling hills lead down to Johanna Beach, world famous for it's rugged surf.

All Cottages are free standing, fully self-contained and fully equipped with all the comforts ~ including:
Bedrooms: Queen size master ~ quality doonas, linen, plenty of pillows, electric blankets, extra blankets. 2nd bedrooms equipped with single & bunk.
Lounge/ Dining ~ DVD/CD/VCR/Satellite TV, selection of books and magazines. Two seater sofa and armchairs. Dining setting. Wood fire heating with wood box at your door. Evaporative coolers & ceiling fans in two bedroom Cottages
Reverse cycle air-con in one bedroom Cottages.

Bathrooms: Big fluffy towels, shower recess, (corner spa in The Acacia cottage), heated towel rail, vanity, toilet & bathroom amenities.
Fully equipped kitchen: all cooking utensils, pots & pans, full size oven/stove, crockery & cutlery. Full size fridge/freezer, microwave, tea towels, detergent. Plunger coffee, instant coffee, selection of teas, sugar, salt, pepper, cooking oil. BBQ & BBQ utensils. Laundry: washing machine, iron, ironing board, detergent, clothes line.

Little extras, such as fresh flowers, locally sourced hand made soaps, candles, a selection of teas, & plunger coffee, complimentary video/dvd library add to the comforts.There is also a herb garden for guests use and if the Chooks are laying, come up to the chook house & get some eggs!.

There are well established gardens, big shady trees, an open lawn & BBQ area for outdoor relaxation. Guests just need to bring food and beverages and maybe a jacket, good walking shoes, a favourite book, camera, beach towel...

A 2.5 hour drive from Melbourne via Princes Highway, Geelong Ring Road, & Colac.

A working sheep Farm & home to Charlie Brown the sheep dog, Mr Magoo, Petal & Blossom and all the other pet sheep, Hobbit, Rudi, & Monkey the goats, Choco the Alpaca, Pickles the donkey, Holly & Chilli the miniature horses & a small clan of Highland cows.

Guests are welcome to explore the Farm - A short easy walk through the orchard to the fern gully or a longer walk down along the river discovering cascades & hidden fern gullies, beautiful forest, & bush tracks. Meet & feed the friendly Farm animals.

Pets are most welcome by prior arrangement. Yes, please bring them along. We cater for your pet by providing a yard off the cottage, inside bedding (ideally placed in the lounge near the fire or in the cool of the laundry), towels (after a swim at the beach or in the dam or river), feed bowls, & information on 'pet friendly' places to visit in our area.

We've recently fenced the river off from the rest of the property. It's proving to be a great 'free roam' area for well behaved dogs as is the fern gully walk.

Although part of the National Park, Johanna Beach does allow dogs on leads ~ Its wide foreshore is ideal for long walks. Dogs are also permitted, on lead, at Beauchamp waterfall and rainforest walk and other scenic spots around the Otways.

Enjoy the many walks through rainforests to wonderful waterfalls or around the Farm down to the river.

The recently opened Great Ocean Walk ~ which incorporates Johanna Beach ~ extends right along the coast line. Tackle the full 91kms or try bits and pieces to & from Johanna Beach.
With advanced notice, we're happy to assist with drop offs at Johanna Beach or nearby Aire River for the walk (approx 5 hrs) back to Johanna Beach ~ or a more relaxed stroll (2 hours) from Castle Cove. We can also recommend local shuttle services.

Sunsets - at Johanna beach or anytime of the day at Johanna beach is worthwhile.

Bike riding is becoming popular in the Otways with nearby tracks such as the Old Beechy Rail Trail suitable for mountain bikes and the newly developed Forrest Mountain bike track

Visit Seaside towns Apollo Bay (35 mins to east) with its foreshore market every Saturday or drive the 12 Apostle Coastline to Port Campbell (40 mins to the west). Both towns provide a range of shops, fresh fish co-ops, & safe swimming beaches.

Drive inland to Hinterland regions such as the township of Forrest, and visit Lake Elizabeth for some platypus spotting, Stevenson Falls, & the Barwon reservoir.

Horse riding is available at nearby Bimbi Park ~ Scheduled rides so bookings are essential

Visit one of the most unique attractions in the Otways ~ The Otway Fly Treetop Walk ~ The highest and longest tree top walk in the world. Climb the tower high above a beautiful Otway native forest.

For History buffs, visit the Cape Otway Lighthouse Station ~ Australia?s oldest mainland lighthouse 1848.

Visit local galleries, museums, and markets with crafts in furniture making, glass sculpture, ceramics & painting. Or pick up the keys and go for a swim at our local indoor heated pool.

Dining Out - Lavers Hill (The highest point on the Great Ocean Road!) is our nearest town (8kms) Try the local Tearooms, www.blackwoodgully.com.au or regional Cafes and restaurants. A fine selection of venues for Brunch, Breakfasts, Devonshire teas, Lunch or an Evening meal. Takeaways available too. Ask us about Dining In options ~ where a choice of fine meals can be freshly made and delivered to your cottage.