Seacroft Estate sits oceanside, offering a peaceful retreat with family activities for all ages. Guests can enjoy the arcade, browse the library's collection, and appreciate practical touches like private yards and in-room refrigerators that make vacation life easier.
Located in Sugarloaf, Seacroft Estate is in a state park and near the beach. Old Cable Station Museum and Apollo Bay Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Ocean Road Waterfront and Apollo Bay Harbour. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkeling, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Sugarloaf travel guide
4990 Great Ocean Rd, Sugarloaf, VIC, 3234
What's nearby
Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Great Otway National Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sugarloaf - San Jose Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Carisbrook Creek
5 min walk - 0.5 km
White Crest
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Restaurants
Kafe Koala
7 min drive
Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant & Villas
12 min drive
Cafe Naughties
3 min drive
Kafe Koala
7 min drive
Chris's Restaurant & Villas
12 min drive
About this property
Seacroft Estate
Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Seacroft Estate. Guests can also expect to find an arcade/game room and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
An electric car charging station and barbecue grills
More amenities include:
Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens
Private yards, eco-friendly cleaning products, and rice cookers
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Built in 1884
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Rice cooker
Stovetop
Toaster
More
Access via exterior corridors
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Seacroft Estate Hotel
Seacroft Estate Sugarloaf
Seacroft Estate Hotel Sugarloaf
Frequently asked questions
Is Seacroft Estate pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Seacroft Estate?
As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seacroft Estate on Mar 9, 2026 start from ₩90,069, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Seacroft Estate?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Seacroft Estate?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Seacroft Estate located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Sugarloaf hotel is steps from Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve and Sugarloaf - San Jose Beach. Carisbrook Creek and Great Otway National Park are also within 5 minutes.
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Reviews
Seacroft Estate Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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The room was tidy. I loved the location and how peaceful it was until night time - see below
The only downer were the people staying next to me were so noisy and loud until 11pm. I am pleased I only stayed 1 night. The walls are thin and I could hear everything!!
That`s the reason for 3 stars
Joanne
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
Jun 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful well presented property with well maintained historical furniture that feels like you’ve stepped back in time, beautiful views of the mountains and ocean owners are helpful and friendly
Amazing amazing accomodation! So unique and in such a beautiful spot, cute little coffee bench that overlooks the alpacas and highland cows! Also loved the big fully equipped kitchen!!
Joanne the host was friendly and helpful, and the bell tent was a novelty with stunning views of the beach and coastline.
The highlight for me was the highland cows on the property, black and brown in colour with their massive horns and was lucky to be able feed them.
Seacroft Estate is a great value for money accommodation option, along the Great Ocean Road, and only 15mins from Apollo Bay, where cafe and restaurants are plentiful.
Albert
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Angela
Oct 18, 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very basic accommodation but in an outstanding location with great views. Amenities and room are bare basics but did the job.
Good place to stop by on the great ocean road. Lovely farm and views of the sea from the property. The shared kitchen was well equipped and dining room/lounge were large enough to accommodate guests. Room did get cold but a heater was provided and the beds were very comfy. Shared bathrooms were clean.
Seacroft was absolutely lovely! I stayed in the treehouse and enjoyed a magical view of the oceanside and farm animals. It was quiet and easily accessible. Can't recommend enough!
This was once a monastery so the bedrooms are small, but the communal areas are spacious. Sea views from the sunroom. A well stocked kitchen. A very peaceful location. Shared bathrooms which are multigender. No TV. A good place for groups. Child friendly. Good communication.
Tamra
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
4/10 Poor
Glenn
Jan 7, 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
The view from my room was wonderfull, and the property is located conveniently between Lorne and Apollo Bay. Unfortunately, that is where the good things end.
The treehouse room that I stayed in was a windowless box barely large enough to fit a double bed - which wasn’t the end of the world considering the large communal areas. But the room was stiflingly hot with the door closed, and leaving the door open resulted in hundreds of mosquitoes filling the room.
I wound up leaving the room at midnight to sleep on the couch in the common room.
I would definitely not recommend spending $200 if there are any other available rooms.
Glenn
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
4/10 Poor
Tammy
Jan 15, 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
The property location was a stunning setting. However, lack of signage showing where you were allowed to park, where the kitchen was and the names of the areas in the peoperty were very lacking. A bath mat would have been nice or even a mop so we could at least clean up after we had a shower.
This is more of a hostel setting and whilst it is not the owners fault, the night we stayed, guests arrived very late and proceeded to be very noisy not respecting other guests sleeping.
Being an old building, the walls are very thin and the noise travels even when conversing inside your room.
Apart from all this, the peoperty is in a stunning location with great views, however it lacks personal communication and requires a bit of care.
Cons:
1. The room is so small that one side of the bed touches the wall. There is no fan/AC in the room which makes it hot during the day.
2. The shared bathroom area wasn't cleaned in the morning. It had dead insects all over the floor.
3. Disturbance from other guests at night - Not the owner's fault but the guests have to be mindful of the fact that it is a shared accommodation.
4. Overpriced for a shared accommodation considering the comfort factor was missing.
Pros:
1. The ocean view from the room is excellent.
2. The shared kitchen and the activity/lounge area is well equipped.
Clean room. Great view off the Ocean Road!
Well stocked kitchen with all equipment you could need.
Kitchen was busy so if you wanted to make dinner in a rush or serve up something a bit nicer you might struggle for space.
Room is in very poor conditions, super soft matress, and pillows, only one pillow each bed. Sound proof is zero, you need to make it more clear guests need to bring their own shampoo and body wash, if the closest grocery store is 18km away