Port Fairy - the holiday/festival town
Welcome to Port Fairy, Victoria, Australia along the Great Ocean Road - the most prominant festival town in Victoria.
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"I have stayed at Port Fairy and love it, have told people that I plan to retire in this beautiful town and fish and relax."
Colin Jones, Houston, Texas, USA.
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Looking to visit Port Fairy?
Great. We have all the information you need.
Accommodation, attractions, events, dining out, shopping, real estate, history, festivals and indiginous culture. Plus maps.
The biggest decision when visiting Port Fairy is where to go first. The hardest decision is how long to stay - We'd prefer you take as long as you like!
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| Featured Accommodation |
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Moyne Mill Town House
Unit 4, 25 Gipps Street
(River Frontage)
Enjoy unique contempary accommodation on Port Fairy's Historic wharf, boasting the highest views North and South along the River. Once a bluestone flour mill in the 1850s today a unique and stylish holiday escape overlooking Port Fairy's Moyne River. Ideal for 1 or 2 couples or a family. more |
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Romantic Retreats
57 and 59 Campbell Street
(Central Location)
Delightful "National Trust Listed" bluestone cottages, a short stroll across parkland to the popular South Beach and only two blocks from the shops and restaurants. Experience the charm of the cottages (circa 1860), with all of the indulgent features you would want for that special retreat. more |
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Inverness House
13 Gipps Street
(River Frontage)
Inverness House is a comfortable, spacious, bluestone home situated on the Moyne river. The original home was built in 1894 and extended in 1990. The owners live in the old section and the B&B accommodation is self contained in the newer section. Guests have the choice of self catering or a continental breakfast can be supplied.
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 Port Fairy Festivals |
| 32nd Port Fairy Folk Festival
March 2009: The festival presents a unique line-up of International and National artists over the four day long week-end. We present folk roots, blues, jazz, bluegrass, celtic roots, jazz, crossroads country and rock, and music of the world. Add the Children's Folk Circus a Free Festival of the Streets, markets, buskers and a beautiful setting of hsitory, sun and sea.
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| Moyneyana Festival
24th Dec, 2008 to 31st Jan, 2009: Summer Festival Fun in Port Fairy and in its 60th year. This year the theme “60 Years of Celebration” will be highlighted for the duration of the festival.
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| Tarerer 2008
November 2008: 'Back To The Country' a celebration of Indigenous Culture featuring - Music, Dance, Film, Trade, Food, Art and Community.
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| Port Fairy Spring Music Festival
October, 2008: Each October, Port Fairy, the picturesque fishing village on the Shipwreck Coast of Western Victoria, comes alive for a weekend of exciting and magical music. Diverse and inventive programming produces a dynamic and entertaining event with something for everyone!
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