I can't speak highly enough of my stay at Golden Beach Retreat.

Jodie responded to my booking almost immediately with what I was soon to learn was her customary openness and kindness.

The Loft was a dream: exactly matching the pictures, perfectly clean and comfortable, furnished to perfection. Beautiful linens and bed, modern kitchen and bathroom + ensuite. Delicious chocolate biscuits also thoughtfully provided by my host!

I caught public transport from Melbourne to Torquay, so having the bus stop at the end of the street was a huge bonus! Not only that, but the Loft is perfectly located, on a quiet street only a couple of hundred meters from the beach. I loved the stunning walk along the beach to the Torquay main drag, where there were plenty of cafés with lovely coffee (I recommend the Torquay Larder)!

Jodie was the perfect host. Wonderfully friendly, there whenever I needed her, and incredibly respectful of my privacy.

I absolutely intend to return to the Loft, and can thoroughly recommend Golden Beach Retreat to anyone - solo travelers like me, or families - as a safe, luxurious, welcoming base from which to explore Torquay.