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South Gippsland, Victoria

Start your story on the Prom Coast

Wild beaches, famous walks, country towns and good local food. Stay in our own house near the Prom, or anywhere along the coast.

The deck at Prom Coast Residence Living room View over the paddocks Book direct

Our own place near the Prom

Prom Coast Residence

A relaxed three-bedroom country house on Soldiers Road in Fish Creek, among open farmland with Shallow Inlet views from the balcony. The beaches of Sandy Point and Waratah Bay are nine minutes away.

  • 3 bedroomsSleeps 7
  • 9 minto Sandy Point
  • 40 minto Tidal River
  • No $150 cleaning fee when you book here
  • 20% off stays of 7 nights or more
  • 50% off stays of 30 nights or more

Explore the region

Beaches, walks, towns and places to stay across the Prom Coast. Pick a category, or hover a place to find it on the map.

    Our Residence Places to stay Beaches Walks Attractions Food & wine Wildlife Towns

    Plan your days

    Three easy trips, each with a town to base yourself in.

    Tidal River Footbridge
    1. Saturday morningDrive in over the Yanakie IsthmusWatch for emus on the grasslands near the park gate
    2. Late morningSqueaky BeachSwim, or rock-hop at the northern end
    3. AfternoonTidal River to Squeaky Beach walkAbout 2 km each way over Pillar Point
    4. SunsetWhisky BayOrange granite in the last light
    5. SundayMount Oberon Summit Walk6.8 km return, go early for the view
    6. On the way outLilly Pilly GullyTree ferns and a cool gully
    Base yourself in Prom Coast Residence Book direct

    Plan your timing

    When to come

    Every season on the Prom Coast has its own reason to visit. Rates at the Residence follow the same seasons.

    --°Fish Creek right now
    Hp Sandy FamilyPeak season

    Mid December to January

    Summer holidays

    Long warm days, calm swims at Sandy Point and Waratah Bay, and the Prom at its busiest. Book early.

    • Swimming and paddleboards
    • Tidal River in full swing
    • Sunsets after 8.30 pm
    Hp Sandy SurfShoulder season

    February to April, early December

    Autumn and early summer

    Warm water, quieter beaches and the best walking weather of the year.

    • Mount Oberon without the crowds
    • Cellar doors and harvest
    • Surf at Venus Bay
    Whisky Beach SunsetLow season

    May to November

    Winter and spring

    Wild seas, fires at night and whales passing the coast. The best value time to stay.

    • Whales from the headlands
    • Wombats at dusk
    • Waterfalls after rain

    More places to stay nearby

    Beach houses, cottages and motels across the region, with live prices from Booking.com.

    All places to stay
    Sandy Point Beach 35 min to Tidal River

    Sandy Point

    Beach houses, Shallow Inlet

    • Beach houses & holiday homes
    • Cabins & holiday parks
    Emus 35 min to Tidal River

    Yanakie

    Closest base to the Prom

    • Farm stays
    • Cottages & B&Bs
    • Cabins & holiday parks
    Inverloch Aerial 1 hr 10 to Tidal River

    Inverloch

    Surf, sheltered inlet swims, cafés

    • Beach houses & holiday homes
    • Apartments
    • Hotels & motels
    Waratah Bay Sunset 35 min to Tidal River

    Waratah Bay

    Calm family beach, sunsets

    • Beach houses & holiday homes
    • Cabins & holiday parks