"Hidden Cabins" presents a rare opportunity to acquire an ESTABLISHED freehold accommodation business with significant scope for expansion - with the advantages of being a part of the Otway forest, less than 20 minutes from the coastal magnet of Lorne.
The 26-acre property currently operates five well-positioned, fully self-contained two-bedroom cabins; and all five cabins are currently rented out through Airbnb. Simple turn-key handover so income continues for the new owners.
This property has a number of income streams - as explained in the property's COMMERCIAL sales listing. Please read that listing and/or contact us for information on how this business and home is surprisingly very affordable as a family home.
Every cabin enjoys its own deck with tranquil forest views, reverse-cycle heating and cooling, and a peaceful sense of seclusion that guests actively seek out - driving strong repeat visitation and year-round demand.
The property has a charming three-hole golf course, walking tracks, natural picnic areas, gardens, a dam and a fresh water creek - all adding to the guest experience and revenue appeal.
The abundant bird life features King Parrots, rare bower birds, black cockatoos and kookaburras that eat from your hands. The wild life includes echidnas, kangaroos and wallabies, which are usually seen on the property daily.
The 150-square meter large central shed, presently set up for customer games, has a lot of potential for "weddings, parties, anything".
A second large shed near the homestead functions as equipment-storage and further workshop space.
Beyond the existing accommodation, the property offers exceptional upside. With generous acreage, established access roads, and existing infrastructure in place, there is clear potential to:
• Add additional cabins or eco-lodges (STCA),
• Introduce glamping, weddings, or premium retreat offerings,
• Expand experiences such as wellness retreats, events, or nature-based tourism,
• Further develop the existing grounds to increase guest length-of-stay and yield.
By exceptional circumstances, the cabins have a very rare permit stating permanent occupancy is allowed.
This means that not only can the cabins;
(a) be rented short term, via eg AirBNB,
(b) They can also be rented out individually to all-year-round tenants. Meaning even less responsibilities for the owners, if desired.
(c) And the most financially beneficial aspect of such a permit is that the cabins could be sold off via leaseholds with their own land, under long term leases.
This effectively gives the new owners the potential for selling (or providing to family) 6 separately-housed properties.
Privately set within its own enclave sits the owner's residence, allowing seamless onsite management while remaining completely separate from guest accommodation. The well-built, single-level home features three generous bedrooms, a central modern bathroom, a blackwood kitchen with sunlit dining area, and a spacious living zone warmed by a wood fire, creating a sanctuary at the end of the working day.
Whether you're an experienced accommodation operator, a lifestyle buyer seeking a proven income stream, or an investor looking to scale a unique tourism asset in one of Victoria's most tightly held regions, Hidden Cabins represents a compelling blend of immediate return, lifestyle freedom, and long-term growth.
Walk-In, Walk-Out: Offered on a fully turnkey basis, the property includes all furniture, fixtures, and operational inventory necessary to maintain uninterrupted trading from day one.
This is more than a home - it's a destination, a business, and a future-proof opportunity in one of the Otways' most beautiful hidden pockets.
Disclaimer:
Whilst every care has been taken to verify the accuracy of the details in this advertisement, For Sale By Owner Pty Ltd (forsalebyowner.com.au) cannot guarantee its correctness. Prospective buyers or tenants need to take such action as is necessary, to satisfy themselves of any pertinent matters.
Features
Fireplace(s), Furnished, Heating, Modern Bathroom, Renovated Bathroom, Separate Dining Room, Entertainment Area, Garden, Garden Shed, Level Lawn, Spa Bath/Jacuzzi, Storage Area, Unlevel Lawn, Quiet Location, Views, Golf Property, Nature Property, Resort Property, Air Conditioning, Built-ins, Gas Enabled, Internal Laundry, Dishwasher, Balcony, Workshop, Secure Parking, Living Area
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