Staying at Alison's Beach Retreat was a fantastic way to experience the Surf Coast- it's private, quiet, clean, well-organized and functional. The house sits perched upon a hill with a gorgeous view of the beach and lighthouse in Fairhaven. Currawongs, Cockatoos, and Australian King Parrots frequently stop in on the deck for a polite visit, and their birdcalls envelope the space in a natural soundscape. Beach access is just a few minutes away by car. Alison was helpful, communicative, and professional. We love this place and would absolutely stay here again.