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The historic Old Market Inn.
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This historic, stately inn is a surprisingly cosy beachside getaway

This bluestone heritage inn by the sea makes an ideal escape whatever the season.

  • by Justin Meneguzzi
Airlie Beach is an attraction in itself, with its open-air bars, restaurants and cafes overlooking the sea.

10 beach towns that are better than Byron

Byron Bay may get the headlines, but there’s a lot more beach towns out there with far less traffic, and much lower prices.

  • by Craig Tansley
The Port Fairy Lighthouse on the easternmost tip of Griffiths Island.

Port Fairy, a travel guide: Avoid the Great Ocean Road crowds, and head to the seaside town most Victorians miss

Just three hours from Melbourne, this delightful town is far from the full car parks and bad coffee of Victoria's Great Ocean Road.

  • by Belinda Jackson
Port Fairy, best little town in the world.

Port Fairy: The foodies' new pot of gold at the end of the Great Ocean Road

Long known for its folk festival, Port Fairy is increasingly celebrated for its food scene.

  • by Ardyn Bernoth
Port Fairy: Officially the world's most liveable town with a population under 20,000.

Port Fairy, Victoria: The world's most liveable town

What does the perfect town look like? Just like this spot in Victoria - and that's official.

  • by Sue Williams
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Hard to miss: It's business in the front, party at the back at the Drift House in Port Fairy.

The Drift House review, Port Fairy, Victoria: Weekend away

The Drift House at Port Fairy is a place for complete retreat, writes Melissa Singer.

  • by Melissa Singer
Wytonia, Port Fairy.

Wytonia Beachfront Accommodation, Port Fairy review: Bolt-hole from the blue

Melanie Ball enjoys a view of the Southern Ocean from her contemporary beach house.

Playground ... offering table tennis, pool, croquet, a darts board and more, K-Elle Country Cottage's pulling power is strong, especially for families.

K-Elle Country Cottage, Port Fairy review: Welcome to the house of fun

Kathy Evans enjoys a cottage that leaves a folk festival playing second fiddle.

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Top weekends away

What's your idea of the perfect short break: coastal, gourmet, urban, romantic, luxury, nature, family or country? <em>Good Weekend</em> editor Lauren Quaintance picks the best of the best from our annual guide. All you have to do is pack your bags.

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Top weekends away

What's your idea of the perfect short break: coastal, gourmet, urban, romantic, luxury, nature, family or country? <i>Good Weekend</i> editor Lauren Quaintance picks the best of the best from our annual guide. All you have to do is pack your bags.