18 Nov 2025
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Great Ocean Road freehold eco-lodge for sale — ResortBrokers

ResortBrokers’ West Victoria agent Hugh Thomas has listed freehold going concern Lorne Bush House Cottages, located in the hinterland of Lorne on the Great Ocean Road.

Set on more than five hectares of native bushland above Lorne’s main township, Lorne Bush House Cottages consists of six fully self-contained cottages and five safari-style glamping tents.

“Buyers are hot for Great Ocean Road properties,” says Mr Thomas.

“In the last financial year, I’ve sold eight properties in the area … leaseholds, freehold passives and freehold going concerns. It’s Australia’s most famous coastal drive and one of the most resilient visitor markets in the country.”

“Lorne Bush House Cottages gets the best of both worlds. Lorne Beach is only five minutes’ drive away, but you also get the natural bushland of the hinterland. Eco-resorts are popular with urbanites, particularly from Melbourne but from elsewhere too, looking for R&R in a peaceful nature-based setting.”

Lorne Bush House Cottages is being offered to market as a freehold going concern for the first time since opening in 1996.

“Owners Carol and Chris bought the land in 1976 and sadly lost their property in the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires. They rebuilt their personal residence, and later these guest cottages in 1996.”

“After a great run of almost 30 years, they’re ready to retire. The opportunity would suit a younger couple or team looking to build on what the Tutungis have created here. The retreat has one of the best reputations in the Great Ocean Road market, consistently achieving high guest ratings across major OTAs.” END