Stylish paradise – Stunning beach family home

Those looking for an unforgettable retreat on the Great Ocean Road, this well-sized home is destined to impress. Overlooking a private backyard, it boasts beautiful, light-filled living and thoughtfully curated spaces both indoors and out. Take your pick from a variety of alfresco areas – be it your morning coffee watching as the sun rises over the ocean, or a delicious feast, making use of the region’s fresh local produce.

Famed for its beaches, the town of Torquay lies on Victoria’s stunning Great Ocean Road and boasts a cool, coastal lifestyle, just 90 minutes’ drive from Melbourne. It’s home to world-renowned Bells Beach, regarded as one of the best surf spots in the world with its exposed reef and point break.

Stroll along Torquay’s foreshore, tucking into classic fish and chips from a beachside kiosk. Enjoy the region’s fishing, snorkelling and paddling, or stretch your legs on part of the Surf Coast Walk, which stretches 44km from Torquay to Lorne. Treat yourself to dinner at one of the best restaurants in the country, Brae, and refresh with a pint from Blackman’s Brewery or 4 Pines Torquay.

Whites Beach is a 15-minute walk, where you’ll find a children’s playground, BBQ facilities, picnic tables, and sheltered seating, as well as a drinking fountain and public toilets. There is plenty of space for outdoor activities along the Esplanade, with walking trails and bicycle paths nearby.

The Sands Torquay Golf Club is right on your doorstep, while the Australian National Surfing Museum and other cafes and attractions of Torquay are just a few minutes’ drive away.

Other local attractions include Great Otway National Park, The Great Ocean Road, and the renowned surfing spot Bells Beach.