One MICHELIN Key Boutique Hotel, perfect for a slow and stylish Great Ocean Road getaway.
Drift House
Welcome to Drift House, a luxury boutique escape in Port Fairy offering beautifully designed suites, a cosy garden pavilion for breakfast and drinks, and a peaceful coastal setting.
If you’re dreaming of a peaceful, stylish getaway on Victoria’s southwest coast, Drift House in Port Fairy is a wonderful choice. This small, award-winning boutique hotel has just six beautifully designed suites, each completely unique, giving you a sense of real craftsmanship and personality. Recently, Drift House was honoured with a One MICHELIN Key, recognising it as a very special stay.
Drift House has in house restaurant The Salon, where guests can relax, eat breakfast, or enjoy a drink. Drift House feels like a thoughtful escape, not a cookie-cutter hotel.
Stories in Motion
Drift House is more than just looks. It’s built with reclaimed timber, local stone, and thoughtful materials. The owners are deeply committed to sustainability: they minimise waste, save energy, and source locally.
Their goal is to support the regional community, not just run a business.
To some people Drift House is a boutique Hotel, to others a B&B and to some a retreat. The label is not important. Put simply it is a special place to stay.
Drift House Port Fairy is unique, individual and entirely bespoke and sets a new standard of design for luxury accommodation.
1. Explore Griffiths Island & Lighthouse
Walk across the causeway to Griffiths Island and follow its scenic trail. You’ll discover the historic 1859 lighthouse, native wildlife like wallabies, and birdlife including the famous shearwater bird colony.
3. Relax at Port Fairy Beaches
Visit East Beach for a peaceful swim, or explore Pea Soup Beach with its sheltered rock pools and calm waters — perfect for a relaxing afternoon by the sea.
5. Visit Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
Just a short drive from Port Fairy, Tower Hill is a dormant volcano turned reserve where you can see emus, kangaroos, koalas, and birds — a wonderful spot for nature lovers and families.
2. Stroll Through Historic Port Fairy
Port Fairy’s charming streets lined with nineteenth-century cottages and Norfolk Island pines. You can also follow a self-guided heritage walk to learn about the town’s rich maritime history.
4. Take in Coastal Views from Battery Hill
Walk the Battery Point trail to enjoy panoramic views of the bay, historical cannon sites, and maybe even spot local wildlife like wallabies grazing nearby.