Exclusively situated on top of the highest hill overlooking the coast with panoramic ocean views from all rooms, Claerwen Retreat offers four spacious suites in the guesthouse, two freestanding, self-contained three-bedroom holiday houses and two one-bedroom Studios. Set in the peaceful solitude of 130 acres of park, bush and rainforest, it features saltwater swimming pool, hot spa and tennis court - and close to the famous Surfcoast, it is only a short drive along the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles and the Otway National Park. AAA 41/2 star. In winter every third night is for free.