Welcome to Forrest Haus retreat, lovingly designed to escape the stresses of everyday life and reconnect with what matters. Nestled in the Otway's rainforest, central to everything the region has to offer and an easy drive from metropolitan centres in Victoria - Forrest Haus is the place to step into relaxation and create memories.
Combining a beautiful new three-bedroom home with a site that is steeped in history and part of the Forrest History Walk, once you walk through the statement door you'll be greeted by open and welcoming spaces. Forrest Haus is fully equipped for your stay with everything you need to make it comfortable and memorable so you can focus on unwinding and exploring the area.
Choose from a few days or a few weeks to enjoy all the Otways has to offer from canoe trips, mountain biking trails, hiking, wildlife, shopping and more. From Forrest, The Great Ocean Road, Beech Forrest, Apollo Bay, Birregurra, Deans Marsh and everywhere in between - the Otways delivers in variety and beauty.
A retreat into the Otways is an excellent way to bond with friends, retreat with your partner or a memorable time with your family. Relax, unwind and reinvigorate as you immerse yourself in nature.
Enjoy the very best views as you sip your latte by the wood fire. We have included design touches to delight your senses throughout the property.
Whether you want to enjoy a book by the fire, ride the 100 km of mountain bike trails or birdwatch on a local hike the local area has you covered.
We are excited to welcome you to Forrest Haus.
We are both incredibly passionate about building and design and when the block became available, we dove into the project headfirst. This area has always been close to Matt’s heart as Forrest was the place where he could mountain bike, connect with nature, and recharge his batteries close to his hometown of Colac.
We have taken time and care to select makers, artists, designers, and businesses who encapsulate what we want this place to be all about: relaxing, unwinding and exploring.
Our family love spending time in Forrest and surrounds, with its abundance of wildlife, natural landscapes, walks, waterfalls, and great produce, and we hope you enjoy everything that this wonderful region has to offer.
Lisa + Matt