Cape Nelson Lighthouse Cottages – a Maritime Victorian Adventure

Type of accommodation:

Lighthouse Keeper Heritage Cottages for Up to 4 Guests

Why we like it

1 and 2-Bedroom Lighthouse Keeper Cottages

Looking for a truly special getaway? Imagine yourself unwinding in a historic lighthouse keeper’s cottage, with the Southern Ocean stretching endlessly before you. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Cape Nelson Lighthouse in West Victoria.

You’ll love staying in one of these charming cottages nestled at the base of this iconic lighthouse. Built in the 1880s, these beautifully restored stays blend historic charm with modern comforts. Isn’t there something magical about sleeping where lighthouse keepers once kept watch over treacherous waters?

  • Authentic heritage experience in fully renovated cottages
  • Breathtaking coastal views from your doorstep
  • Peaceful seclusion away from city noise
  • Opportunity to tour the working lighthouse
  • Cosy fireplaces for those crisp Victorian evenings

Additional info

1 and 2-bedroom cottages, Studio Cottages

Features:

24-hour Front Desk
Air Conditioning
BBQ
Children Welcome
Free Breakfast
Free Parking
Hot Tub / Spa Pool
Laundry
Private Bathroom
Waterfront / Private Beach Access

Where?

Portland, Victoria

State

Victoria

Who we recommend it for

Couples, Friends, Families

Bedrooms

Studio, 1-2 Bedrooms

Things to do nearby

Take a Lighthouse Tour (2 a day).

The fun doesn’t stop at admiring the lighthouse! Take a short drive to Portland for great cafés and the Maritime Discovery Centre.

Grab your hiking boots and explore the Great Southwest Walk—those coastal cliffs are something else.

Fancy spotting some wildlife? You might catch sight of seals, dolphins, or even whales during migration season. And those sunrises? Worth getting up early for, trust me.

Pack a picnic and head to one of the nearby beaches, or try your hand at fishing off the rocks. The area’s maritime history runs deep, giving you plenty to discover during your stay.

Food and drink

Free Breakfast includes bacon, fresh eggs, bread, butter, jam, marmalade, vegemite, peanut butter, cereals, variety of teas, coffee pods and milk.


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Reviews for this accommodation:

The location is quiet, remote and dramatic. Very cool. The decor and historic touches were really lovely. The weather had been stormy all day, so it was a treat to have the log fire and hot tub in the evening. We had forgotten that breakfast was supplied, so we brought our own – but wished we hadn’t, because the supplied breakfast was excellent

Nature put on a spectacular show for us—whales spotted daily, a pod of dolphins, seals at Cape Bridgewater, and kangaroos and wallabies nearby. On our way out, we were even lucky enough to spot a koala!