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Overview

Winchelsea lies on the Barwon River, 115 km south‑west of Melbourne and 37 km north‑east of Geelong, within the Surf Coast Shire and a small part of Colac Otway Shire. The historic centre features the 1842 Barwon Hotel, Barwon Park Mansion and heritage‑listed sites such as the Barwon River Bridge and Globe Theatre, creating a relaxed riverside lifestyle. Community sport thrives with an Australian Rules football team, a popular golf club and one of Victoria’s oldest cricket clubs.

Winchelsea is served by V/Line passenger trains on the Warrnambool line, offering direct links to Geelong and Melbourne, and the Winchelsea Shire Depot is only 2.4 km away. Housing ranges from the historic Barwon Park estate to newer homes on leafy streets, appealing to families and retirees. The blend of river views, heritage attractions and convenient transport makes the suburb attractive for both residents and visitors.

Region type mix: Regional 100%.