The only 5 star escape on the Great Ocean Road

APOLLO BAY CHOCOLATE GANNETS

Built with love and an understanding of all the feel-good things we really want from a weekend away, Chocolate Gannets is just a two and a half hour drive south west of Melbourne, overlooking Apollo Bay.

The four villas are directly opposite the beach with the coveted AAA Tourism 5 Star Rating and AAA Tourism Green Star Accreditation, awarded for commitment to the environment and the many 'green' initiatives which are in day to day use as a matter of course. Designed to suit their setting, the villas sit lightly on the hillside, their wave-shaped rooflines reflecting the surf which rolls into the bay.

Perfect for an indulgent break for two or for two couples to share, the villas have two bedrooms each with their own spacious ensuite, luxurious living area and a spa bath in a separate room with its own ocean views. The kitchen comes fully equipped with everything you need including an espresso machine and there's a BBQ on the wide decking area for cooking or outdoor dining.

For cooler autumn and winter weekends there's the luxury of a slow combustion wood heater and ducted heating/air conditioning and, among the many other feel good touches throughout, are comfortable leather seating you just want to sink into, the softest bathrobes and damask linen.

With The Great Ocean Road on the doorstep you can spend your days exploring by car or maybe park and walk along the beach to Apollo Bay just 2.5 kilometres away with cafes, restaurants and a fisherman's co-op.

Tariff from $275-$415 villa/night.