Its a short walk (200m) to these nearby cafes and restaurants, most have good take away options too. A few of our favourites are:
The Local https://thelocalinverloch.com.au/
Vaughan's Cafe Deli http://www.vaughanscafedeli.com.au/
Vela 9 https://www.facebook.com/velanine/
Beach Box Cafe http://www.facebook.com/BeachBoxInverloch/
The Bayside Lady https://www.thebaysidelady.com
Tomo's Japanese http://www.tomos-japanese.com/
The Invy Espy Hotel http://invyespy.com.au/
The Inlet Hotel http://www.inlethotel.com.au/
Lime & Co (pre-order/delivery only) http://www.facebook.com/limeandcofood/
Its across the road! Refreshing for a quick dip in summer but popular all year round for many activities including casting a line. http://visitbasscoast.com.au/inverloch-anderson-inlet beaches
The calm waters of Anderson Inlet is perfect for stand up paddle boarding, equipment hire and lessons are available from Inverloch SUP http://www.supinverloch.com
Kayaks and SUP's are also available for hire from Offshore Surf School http://www.offshoresurfschool.com.au
This is a lovely walk from Eugenie's, and if you set a good pace takes just over an hour return. Take the path opposite us and head east, through the Foreshore Camping Reserve, meander through a banksia forest to the edge of Screw Creek, where wading birds hunt along the sand flats and small birds fly about the mangroves catching insects. The sandy track gives way to a boardwalk over the coastal grasses, then a bridge over the creek to a brief loop walk through the whispering she-oak forest up to Townsend Bluff. The views over Anderson Inlet can be breathtaking, particularly on sunny days when the sand glows gold. With the rapidly changing vegetation and a chance to see the phalanxes of crabs marching along the flats at low tide, this is an excellent way to start the day. Keep an eye out for a favourite with the locals, the "faraway" tree.
The Bunurong Coastal Drive presents some of Victoria's most spectacular coastal scenery and has been described as a mini Great Ocean Road. Running for 14kms from Inverloch to Cape Paterson this scenic cliff top drive gives views over rugged coastal cliffs, rocky headlands, and sandy beaches to Bass Strait. It's stunning .... stop in at The Caves, Eagles Nest, Shack Bay (where the steps are popular for a workout), and The Oaks http://www.visitmelbourne.com/Regions/Gippsland/Things-to-do/Touring-routes/Bunurong-Coastal-Drive
The first dinosaur bone to be discovered in Australia, the 'Cape Paterson Claw', was found in this area in 1903. Enthusiastic paleontologists can go fossicking at the Dinosaur Dreaming site near Flat Rocks http://sgcs.org.au/dinosaurs.php
'The Prom', as it is affectionately known, is the southernmost point of mainland Australia and is about an hour and fifteen minutes drive from Eugenie's. Stunning coastal scenery, pristine wilderness and an abundance of native wildlife. The Mt Oberon summit walk is a beauty, or for those less energetic Squeaky Beach and Tidal River are well worth a visit. http://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/wilsons-promontory-national-park
On the way stop off in Meeniyan to sample the artisan fare from Pandesal Bakery or Trulli Woodfired Pizzeria.
Loch Village is a small gem of a town offering rolling hills, beautiful scenery and a charming streetscape with cafes and shops. Its a half hour drive from Inverloch.
Loch Brewery and Distillery has tastings of their traditional ales, single malt whisky, gin and fine spirits. http://www.lochbrewery.com.au
You could easliy spend a day on Phillip Island with the many ecotourism experiences organized by Phillip Island Nature Parks. One of its most popular attractions is the World famous Penguin Parade, each night at sunset you’ll be amazed by Little Penguins returning ashore after a day’s fishing. The Grand Prix circuit is nearby, and on the way there the Cape Woolamai to Beacon Point loop walk gives uninterrupted views across Bass Strait, rugged cliffs and plenty of wildlife spotting.
Dirty Three Wines are named after the three ‘dirts’ (vineyards) that their vines are grown in, and accordingly, the three distinct flavours of Pinot Noir which are produced. Owned by Marcus and Lisa, a couple who are local to the area, Dirty Three’s Tasting Room is an easy stroll from Eugenie's. Alongside the wine, Dirty Three also offer sample platters of local cheese and charcuterie, as well as beer, gin, and coffee from other local businesses. http://dirtythreewines.com.au/wines/
Two other local wineries, both with relaxed rural settings, are Harman Wines, http://www.harmanwines.com.au and Lucinda Estate Winery http://lucindaestate.com.au
This spectacular coastal railtrail passing historical mining sites and crossing an original timber trestle bridge is easily cycled between Wonthaggi and Kilcunda in a few hours http://www.visitbasscoast.com.au/bass-coast-rail-trail
To the west of Kilcunda the rail trail connects with the George Bass Coastal Walk, a 8km clifftop walk to Punchbowl Road. http://walkingmaps.com.au/walk/89
Lunch at the Kilcunda General Store http://facebook.com/Kilcunda-General-Store-128353873862676/