Gum Tree Caravan Park

8 Amble Lane, 3284 Port Fairy, Australia

Guest reviews: 8.5

HOTEL OVERVIEW

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Gum Tree Caravan Park on Amble Lane, I wasn’t expecting much. The name sounds pretty basic, right? But you know what, sometimes the best places are the ones that don’t try too hard to impress you from the get-go. This little 3-star spot is actually one of those hidden gems that Port Fairy locals probably hope tourists don’t discover too quickly.

The thing about staying here is that you’re literally a stone’s throw from the heart of Port Fairy, but without all the tourist chaos that hits the main accommodation strips during peak season. I mean, you can walk to Griffiths Island in about ten minutes – and trust me, you’ll want to do that sunset walk at least once. The caravan park itself has this laid-back vibe that just works. Yeah, it’s not fancy, but the facilities are clean and well-maintained (which honestly matters more than marble countertops when you’re road tripping). The powered sites are decent sized, and there’s actually some mature gum trees scattered around that give you a bit of shade and privacy – hence the name, I guess. What really surprised me was how quiet it gets at night, considering you’re so close to town. The management seems to have a good handle on keeping things peaceful without being overly strict about it.

Here’s what I really appreciated though – the local knowledge. The folks running the place actually know Port Fairy, not just the standard tourist brochure stuff. They’ll tell you which fish and chips shop the locals actually go to (it’s not the one right on the wharf), and when to hit the Saturday morning market before it gets crazy. The shower blocks are dated but functional, and there’s enough hot water even when the park’s busy – I stayed during a long weekend and never had an issue. Parking’s straightforward, check-in was quick and friendly, and honestly, for the price point, you’re getting solid value. The 8.5 rating makes sense to me – it’s not trying to be boutique accommodation, but it delivers exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises. If you’re exploring the Great Ocean Road and want a base that feels more like where actual Australians might stay rather than a tourist trap, this place hits the mark. Just don’t expect luxury – expect honest, no-fuss accommodation in a town that’s genuinely worth spending a few days exploring.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS

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Reviews

Staff: 9.5

Comfort: 9.0

Location: 8.4

Free Wifi: 7.9

Facilities: 8.7

Cleanliness: 9.1

Value for money: 8.6

Susan from Canada (December 5, 2023)

9/10

Humongous dog park with cows and goats

Nice cabin layout

What could be improved: Bathroom was too small

Shower temperature regulation

Sarah from Australia (March 23, 2025)

9/10

The cabin was very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed for our short stay

Lynne from Australia (March 18, 2025)

9/10

Quiet location a very short drive from centre of Port Fairy. Immaculately presented cabin with all new furnishings and linen. Warm welcome from friendly owner. Great amenity in this cabin inc stove top and the usual kitchen equipment. Very much a home away from home with extremely comfortable queen bed. Highly recommended.

Lesley from United Kingdom (March 4, 2025)

9/10

Exactly as described, clean, comfortable and close to Port Fairy and Tower Hill Reserve

What could be improved: Nothing

Foster from Australia (March 4, 2025)

9/10

We absolutely love Bimbi, we first stayed in 2007 and have now visited 3x , we would be here more often if it was closer. So peaceful, beautifully kept, fabulous atmosphere, cabins are just perfect and they have such an incredible choice of cabin to suit everyone’s requirements. The beautiful family that run Bimbi are wonderful, caring, kind and so...

Foster from Australia (March 4, 2025)

9/10

We absolutely love Bimbi, we first stayed in 2007 and have now visited 3x , we would be here more often if it was closer. So peaceful, beautifully kept, fabulous atmosphere, cabins are just perfect and they have such an incredible choice of cabin to suit everyone’s requirements. The beautiful family that run Bimbi are wonderful, caring, kind and so helpful, you can tell they’re not only proud of where they live but truly love where they live too. This visit we broke down and Manni couldn’t do enough to help us, collecting us from our breakdown site and taking us to Apollo Bay to pick up a hire car- all with a big smile and genuine care -

What could be improved: Nothing to dislike at bimbi

Dlotters from Australia (March 3, 2025)

9/10

Loved the flexibility and generosity of the hosts - we had a last minute delay (basically, it was taking us longer to get there than we thought it would) and although it was too late to modify the booking through booking.com, a quick call to the Caravan Park and they happily pushed our booking out a few days - for free! This was genuinely...

Dlotters from Australia (March 3, 2025)

9/10

Loved the flexibility and generosity of the hosts - we had a last minute delay (basically, it was taking us longer to get there than we thought it would) and although it was too late to modify the booking through booking.com, a quick call to the Caravan Park and they happily pushed our booking out a few days - for free! This was genuinely unexpected and so greatly appreciated. Thank you once again!

In addition, the location is perfect - it's only a short distance away from the town but it feels like you're truly remote which was perfect. It's quiet, and has everything you could possibly need.

What could be improved: There was nothing to complain about - honestly, this was a great stay.

Orla from Australia (February 21, 2025)

8/10

Clean facilities, everything needed to cook. Beds were decent.

Shane from Australia (February 17, 2025)

8/10

Nice and quiet, room was clean and neat.

What could be improved: It’s a bit further from town than other stays.

Woodford87 from Australia (February 14, 2025)

9/10

What are liked is cabin with excellent very comfortable

What could be improved: There was nothing I didn't like

Barry from Australia (February 12, 2025)

8/10

Well presented and had all you require.

What could be improved: Nothing concerned me.

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SURROUNDINGS

What's nearby:

  • Tower Hill State Game Reserve: 13 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Clonmara: 2.8 km
  • Restaurant Charlie's on East: 3.9 km
  • Restaurant East Beach Fish and Chips: 4.1 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Beach 515: 4.8 km
  • Pea Soup Beach: 4.8 km
  • South Mole Beach: 5 km
  • Port Fairy East Beach: 5 km
  • Port Fairy South Beach: 5 km

Closest Airports:

  • Hamilton Airport: 98 km
  • Portland Airport: 83 km

ROOMS

  • Estimated price from: $89. Family Room with Bathroom with 4 bunk beds and 1 queen bed for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $98. Queen Studio Cottage with 1 queen bed for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $111. Standard Two-Bedroom Cabin with 1 queen bed and 4 bunk beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $120. Deluxe Two-Bedroom Cabin with 4 bunk beds and 1 queen bed for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $133. Superior Villa with 1 queen bed and 2 bunk beds for 1 - 2 guests
  • Estimated price from: $150. Deluxe Villa with 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed and 2 bunk beds for 1 - 2 guests
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FACILITIES

Bedroom:

  • Linens

General:

  • Convenience store on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Services:

  • Laundry

Activities:

  • Playground

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Languages Spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Great for your stay:

  • Air conditioning
  • Free Wifi
  • Parking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
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HOUSE RULES

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00 AM

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

HOTEL ADDRESS

8 Amble Lane, 3284 Port Fairy, Australia

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