If you’re looking for a private oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the city- I couldn’t recommend Chi Medicinal Farm more.
After a long day touring the Great Ocean Road, Chi Medicinal Farm was the best place to relax and unwind with nature in a gorgeous setting. We arrived at night and were promptly greeted by Shane- we were given a little introductory tour and warm welcome to the accommodation and property. We then opted to order dinner that was offered to us for an additional cost (there were three very appealing options- one for vegetarians as well!) and I can tell you it is absolutely worth every penny. The meal was actually fantastic and honestly looked/tasted like it was prepared by a professional chef (kudos to you Jodie!). We then took a walk down to the beach and enjoyed laying under the stars on a lookout point located cliffside, which was a huge highlight of our trip. While it was a bit chilly outside, we couldn’t pull ourselves away from the gorgeous night sky view.
I honestly don’t ever usually write reviews- unless it’s been an experience I’ll never forget. This is one I’ll always be grateful for. As a Canadian travelling, it was refreshing to speak with Shane (Australian) and Jodie (a fellow Canadian), I felt comforted by their generous hospitality and friendly banter. We were also lucky enough (due to my eager request) to spend time with their extremely cute and affectionate Maremma sheepdog who I may have fallen in love with.
The personal touches such as the handmade amenities (shampoo/conditioner/soap/body wash) were also greatly appreciated. When we first arrived to the room the heating had been turned on so the room was nice and toasty for our arrival. When we finished our meal we were asked to put the dishes outside our room so we didn’t have to deal with any mess...these are the thoughtful actions that made Glenaire and Chi Medicinal farm feel like a luxury getaway, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.
Thank you Jodie and Shane for your amazing hospitality and great advice for pit stops along the Great Ocean Road. This was the reason I came to Australia, to meet real genuine souls like yourselves and experience trips I’ll happily reminisce on for years to come.
For the high quality of accommodation (such a beautiful space), location (stunning property and close by beach views), and lastly the kind hearted owners of the AirBnb, there is no doubt in my mind that we will be back one day.
Thank you so much for everything Shane and Jodie!
- Marissa (and Jeremy)