Johanna River Farm & Cottages - Book DIrect via our website
Overview
Johanna River Farm & Cottages offers an authentic farm stay experience on a 280-acre working farm, nestled at the foot of the Otway Ranges just off the Great Ocean Road. The property is perfectly placed for exploring the coast, forests, and all the highlights of the Great Otway National Park. With Johanna Beach only a few minutes down the road, guests can easily access the Great Ocean Walk or simply unwind and take in the sweeping views across farmland, valleys, and out to the Southern Ocean.
Accommodation is spread across four fully self-contained cottages, each with its own character and comforts. Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a family holiday, or a group getaway, you'll find a relaxed atmosphere and the chance to meet farm animals, wander the property, or even spot glow worms after dark. The farm is pet-friendly with prior notice, making it a welcoming spot for all.
What Johanna River Farm & Cottages - Book DIrect via our website offers
Self-contained one-bedroom cottages for couples
Two-bedroom cottages suitable for families or groups
Pet-friendly accommodation (with prior arrangement)
Farm animal encounters and feeding
Guided or self-guided farm walks
Location
420 Blue Johanna Rd, Johanna VIC 3238
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Guests love Johanna River Farm & Cottages for its serene valley views, spotless and cosy cottages, and authentic farm experiences. Reviewers rave about the farm tour, animal feeding and collecting fresh eggs, plus picking from the herb garden and lemon trees. Many mention magical wildlife moments with koalas and kangaroos, easy access to the Great Ocean Road highlights like the Twelve Apostles, Otway Fly and nearby waterfalls, and relaxing evenings by the woodfire. Pet-friendly stays are a standout, with plenty of space for dogs and even borrowed gumboots for muddy adventures. Specific favourites include Tea Tree Cottage, Bluegum Cottage, Blackwood Cottage and the Acacia spa cottage.
Several reviewers praised hosts Helen and Julian for their warm hospitality, helpful local tips and thoughtful touches such as a pre-lit fire, stocked wood and clear instructions. Families appreciate the safe, hands-on farm life with alpacas, sheep, goats, donkeys, ponies, chickens and friendly farm dogs, while couples enjoy the privacy, ocean-to-hills vistas, and well equipped kitchens and facilities. Overall, its a relaxed, memorable farm stay that makes a perfect base for exploring the Otways and Great Ocean Road.