This is a lovely home that is clearly loved by its owners, and its condition reflects this. Most importantly, it's clean everywhere and cared for in the details. For example, the kitchen knives are Mundial and are actually sharp. Glasses and plates match and are of reasonable quality. Kitchen is outfitted for actual use as a home, not just a scattering of items.
The location is excellent. Marengo is a quiet place, and the Great Ocean Way is a lovely walk within walking distance of the front door. Apollo Bay is a 5 minute drive and has restaurants and shops and is charming in its own right.
The host company, Otways Retreats, is exceptionally responsive. We arrived late the first day and it was winter. It was cold downstairs (bedrooms and baths are here) with only a space heater in the master. They brought another space heater over immediately and made sure we were comfortable. We would not hesitate to stay in a home they manage in the future.