



The Art Studio, Barwon Heads. Coastal Retreat
Studio in Barwon Heads, Great Ocean Road, VIC, AU
100% Recommended•
2 people
No pets
Welcome to The Art Studio, Barwon Heads, coastal retreat. Relax and enjoy the beautiful village of Barwon Heads in our art studio conversion. If you love peace, art & nature, this is the place to stay.
A creative, light filled retreat for two amongst the moonah trees in a quiet neighborhood. The studio is decorated with beautiful handmade tiles & furniture in ensuite and kitchenette, local art, & has a comfy queen bed & sofa. Totally private entrance from main house with keypad entry. Studio is a 2min drive or 20 min walk to shops, cafes & river beach.
Please Note: Although our studio is separate, it is at the front of our home but blocked off by an internal wall, with totally private access from the street. The studio is also fenced off from our home and driveway. We make every attempt to minimise noise, but you may hear occasional daily living and neighborhood sounds. Having stayed in many bnbs ourselves, we value the importance of privacy and seclusion for our guests.
A creative, light filled retreat for two amongst the moonah trees in a quiet neighborhood. The studio is decorated with beautiful handmade tiles & furniture in ensuite and kitchenette, local art, & has a comfy queen bed & sofa. Totally private entrance from main house with keypad entry. Studio is a 2min drive or 20 min walk to shops, cafes & river beach.
Please Note: Although our studio is separate, it is at the front of our home but blocked off by an internal wall, with totally private access from the street. The studio is also fenced off from our home and driveway. We make every attempt to minimise noise, but you may hear occasional daily living and neighborhood sounds. Having stayed in many bnbs ourselves, we value the importance of privacy and seclusion for our guests.
Features and Amenities
1 bedroom
1 bed
1 bathroom
Air conditioning
Heating
Kid-friendly
Details
- Check in after 2:00pmCheck out before 11:00am
- Minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy:
Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.
Additional Information
Kitchenette includes : toaster, kettle, microwave, Nespresso pod coffee machine, sandwich toaster.
There is NO stove top or oven.
Originally an art studio at the front of our home for your host Mark @markcairnsartist , in 2024 we slowly converted it into a beautiful studio apartment for two. We found that after our son left home, we had lots of unused space and decided to convert the art studio so others could stay and enjoy our beautiful village of Barwon Heads too.
Some of Mark's art and other local artist friends' work are hanging in the studio.
There is NO stove top or oven.
Originally an art studio at the front of our home for your host Mark @markcairnsartist , in 2024 we slowly converted it into a beautiful studio apartment for two. We found that after our son left home, we had lots of unused space and decided to convert the art studio so others could stay and enjoy our beautiful village of Barwon Heads too.
Some of Mark's art and other local artist friends' work are hanging in the studio.
Prices
- Base Price $190 / night
- Weekend Price $190 / night
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Reviews (11)
100% Recommended
Jac
1 Jul 2026
Enjoyed a solo winter stay away here at the deluxe art studio. Beautifully styled, peaceful and surrounded by a native garden. Loved watching the wattle birds come in and enjoy the native flowers whil...e I was toasty warm inside! This abode instantly made me slow down, recharge and reconnect. After some exploring around Barwon Heads, it was so lovely returning to such a welcoming space. I left feeling refreshed, inspired and already planning my next visit.
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Lynette
26 Apr 2026
Gorgeous little studio. Very clean and comfortable, quiet and private. Melinda was a lovely host. Would very much recommend.
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JOY
9 Nov 2025
The studio, was decorated beautifully, cozy,clean, comfy, and ticked all our boxes ,and a quiet location, with plenty in the area to see, eat and do . Loved it and would definitely visit again
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Host
Melinda & Mark
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Barwon Heads VIC 3227, Australia
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Mark is a professional artist and I work in health. We love people, animals, art, and nature.
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Barwon Heads Bluff
There is an incredible beauty and eeriness as you watch the waves crash against the rich coloured limestone at ‘The Bluff’, also known as Barwon Head. For the easiest access head down Bluff Rd, which leads to a car park, ocean lookout and walking tracks.
Beach Hangs
A beach stroll from the Barwon Heads Park where you'll find the famous Barwon bridge.
Scenic Coastal Walks
We walked and skated around the gorgeous coastal towns, popping into some of the shops and taking in the scenery.
Wonderland Spiegeltent
We came across Wonderland Spiegeltent in Barwon Heads when we arrived and couldn't resist a Ferris Wheel ride.
Barwon Heads Views
Nice walk along the cliff of Barwon Heads with a stunning view!
Gelato By The Sea
Collected my self some locally made gelato from 'Confetti Gelato' followed by a stroll along the beach. And for those playing along at home, I went in for the apricot jam one! Holy moly she was a delight!
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