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Lightkeeper’s Cottage
The Head Lightkeeper’s Cottage was built in 1857 and was home to the Lightkeepers of Cape Otway. Situated in the centre of the Lightstation Heritage Precinct, it offers the chance to step back in time and immerse yourself in history in this unique location.
Visitor Notice – Due to conservation works being undertaken across our Heritage Precinct from September 2026 into mid/late 2027 we currently have limited accommodation available to book across this period. We will be releasing further dates once works timelines are confirmed over the next several months. Sign up to our website to receive alerts on future accommodation date releases as they become available. Please note that views of the Lighthouse will be obscured whilst conservation works to the structure are underway between late September 2026 and January 2027.
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View Lightkeeper’s Cottage.
Room Options
The Head Lightkeeper’s Cottage is available as three different options, catering for different group sizes.
A section of the main Cottage can be closed off, by a lockable door – separating the main Lightkeeper’s Cottage from the Lightkeeper’s B&B.
To book both the Lightkeepers Cottage and Lightkeeper’s B&B together please book both options and or contact us directly.
Head Lightkeeper’s Cottage (2 Bedroom)
Features
- Sleeps up to 6 guests
- 2 bedrooms with electric heaters
- 2 king beds (can be split)
- 1 bunk bed
- 1 bathroom (shower) & 1 WC
- 2 fireplaces
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, full sized fridge, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities
- Lounge and dining area
- Veranda
- Garden views
- Guest WIFI
Lightkeeper’s B&B (2 Bedroom)
Features
- Sleeps up to 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms with electric heaters
- Suitable for couples or families
- 2 king beds (can be split)
- 1 bathroom (bath)
- Mini fridge, microwave, toaster and tea/coffee making facilities
- Please note there are no kitchen facilities eg. sink/stove
- Entry, TV, tea/coffee facilities & table in first bedroom (see floorplan)
- Continental Breakfast tray provided in room
- Guest WIFI
General Information
- Guests are advised to read their confirmation email prior to arrival for information on accommodation and after-hours access
- Guests are required to self check-in outside of business hours
- Guests are advised to check our website for updates to operating hours and site closures prior to arrival
- Entrance to the Lightstation Heritage Precinct is included with your accommodation booking
- Parking is adjacent to the accommodation site and is included free of charge
- All towels, linen, and bedding are supplied.
- Custom bed configuration can be arranged when advance notice is given, please state preference when booking
- There is no TV reception at Cape Otway, but we supply a limited selection of DVDs, together with jigsaw puzzles, games and books.
- Guest WIFI access is included with your accommodation booking.
- Telstra mobile reception is available at various points around the site.
Terms and Conditions
Payment Policy
Full payment will be processed within 14 days of guest arrival using the credit card details provided at the time of booking. If we are unable to process payment at this time guests will be notified and given 24 hours notice to arrange payment or booking may be cancelled. Please contact us if you have any queries regarding payments.
Cancellation Policy
Standard industry cancellation fees apply as follows: Cancellations notified 14 days prior to arrival do not incur a cancellation fee. Cancellations notified 14 days or less prior to arrival will forfeit 100% of the total tariff. All prepaid bookings are non-refundable. Bookings directly impacted by government COVID19 restrictions where the guest is unable to travel may be exempt from cancellation fees. Please contact us immediately if you are unable to travel. All non arrivals without prior notification will forfeit 100% of the total fee.