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01/11/2026

As we step into November, the end-of-year rush usually starts knocking at the door. Calendars fill up, to-do lists get longer and it’s easy to get caught up in the noise of finishing the year at top speed.

On the Coast, November offers a quiet opportunity to do the exact opposite: to slow down and reset what actually matters. It's about community, connection and creating a lifestyle that gives you more time for the things you love.

This month, make room for the conversations, memories and moments that can't be measured in square metres. Because the best investment you'll ever make is in the people around you.

Thinking about buying on the Surf Coast?
Send me a message or DM me the word HOME, and let’s talk about what you’re looking for before you miss the right one.

📍 Torquay | Jan Juc | Anglesea | Surf Coast
🌐 robyndodd.com.au
📩 +61 488 989 011 | [email protected]

30/10/2026

You check the surf report before you check your emails. You own more pairs of swimsuits than dress shoes. There's always sand somewhere in the car, and you've long since stopped trying to remove it.

‘Going for a quick walk’ somehow turns into an hour along the beach.
You bump into three people you know while grabbing a coffee. Your dog gets more beach time than most people.

And somehow, no matter how busy life gets, the ocean has a way of reminding you to slow down. That's one of the things I love most about the Surf Coast.

The lifestyle isn't something you switch on during the weekend.
It's woven into everyday life.

🌊 Your turn...
Tell me you live on the Surf Coast without telling me you live on the Surf Coast.

27/10/2026

Why do I still style every home myself?

People ask me this a lot. Wouldn’t it be easier to hire someone? Probably. I still do it anyway.

It starts with the linens. They’re mine. The cushions too, and a few throws that have been in more living rooms than I can count. I drive them over in the boot of my car, and I carry them in myself.

Part of it is the artist in me. I spent years painting, designing wedding dresses and managing building sites, and I can’t walk into a room without noticing what’s slightly off. A cushion sitting wrong bothers me more than it should. Someone else would call it fussy. I call it Tuesday.

But mostly it’s because I’ve stood in the kitchen with the owners. I know what they love about the house. I know the corner where the kids did their homework, or where the dog sleeps in the afternoon sun. When I style it, I’m not decorating a space. I’m trying to make it look like someone lives there and loves it, because they do.

A stylist who’s never met the family can’t do that. They’d make it look good. I want it to look like home. It takes more time. It’s a bit old-fashioned. I’m not changing it.

That’s the Robyn Dodd way. The little things, done by me.
📍 Torquay & the Surf Coast
📩 +61 488 989 011 | [email protected]

26/10/2026

This is a question I love asking people.

Not because there's a right answer, but because the answers are always fascinating.
Maybe it's a kitchen island where everyone ends up gathering, even when there's a perfectly good dining table nearby. Maybe it's a north-facing garden, a bath you can actually sink into, or a big window that catches the afternoon sun just right.

For some, it's a walk-in wardrobe. For others, it's a proper backyard for the dog, a little space to grow tomatoes, or being close enough to the beach to go for a swim before work.

And then there are the things you don't realise you love until you live without them.
Good storage. Natural light. A quiet spot to read. Somewhere to enjoy your morning coffee without being interrupted.

I've always thought that finding the right home is about more than ticking boxes on a floor plan. It's about the little things that make everyday life feel right.

So, I'm curious… if you were buying your next home, what’s the ONE feature you absolutely wouldn't compromise on?

And no, you can't say ‘a good location’ and leave it at that! 😉
Tell me in the comments. I'd love to know what matters most to you.

22/10/2026

Most people see the open home.
What they don’t see are all the little details that happen beforehand.

The thoughtful conversations. The preparation. The market research. The styling touches. The careful planning around how your home will be presented and who we're presenting it to.

Knowing the story behind a home. Understanding what matters to the people who live there. Being ready to answer the questions buyers might have, and making sure sellers feel comfortable while strangers walk through a place that's still very much their home.

After nearly 15 years in real estate, I've learned that the details aren't really about making a house look pretty.

They're about how people feel.
A personalised approach for life-changing outcomes.

What’s the one detail that makes an open house feel welcoming to you? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

20/10/2026

If you’ve been quietly considering a move, the hardest part is usually knowing where to begin. Most people worry that calling a real estate agent means locking themselves into a high-pressure machine right away.

With me, there’s no pressure, no contract placed in front of you and no frantic rush to put a sign out the front tomorrow.

First, we have a cup of tea. I come through the house, and you tell me what you love about it, what’s driving you mad and where you’re hoping to go next. I’m looking at the light, the flow, the little things you’ve stopped noticing because you live there.

From there, we look at the local market, recent comparable sales and the homes you’ll be competing with. You’ll have a clearer idea of where your property sits and what a thoughtful campaign could look like.

Don’t know where to start? Let's talk about your home and work out what makes sense for you.

+61 488 989 011
[email protected]

16/10/2026

Designed and built by Hamlan Homes, 36 Lowtide Drive is a beautifully considered single-level home where natural textures, lovely light and the garden all work together.

And then there's the patio. A covered spot at the heart of the home where you can imagine a slow morning coffee, friends staying longer than planned, dinner outside or simply sitting with a book while the afternoon disappears.

The rammed earth wall and vine-covered pergola give the garden a lovely sense of warmth and character.

I particularly love that the garden changes with the seasons: green and shady in summer, rich reds in autumn and open to the winter sun.

Inside, there are the details you'd expect from a thoughtfully designed home: spotted gum floors, raked ceilings, clerestory windows, stone benchtops, a butler's pantry, double glazing, solar and beautifully connected living spaces.

Whether it's a morning swim, a round of golf at The Sands or gathering with family and friends under the pergola on a summer evening, this is a home designed to be lived in and enjoyed.

📍 36 Lowtide Drive, Torquay
✨ Open home inspections now available.

I'd love to show you through and share what makes this home so special.

14/10/2026

Selling a property is a big decision, and in my experience, the best results rarely come from rushing the process.

Instead, I believe in taking the time to understand your goals, the local market and what makes your property stand out. Every home is different. Every seller's situation is different. That's why a one-size-fits-all approach just doesn't work.

My approach has always been personal, detailed, and grounded in real local knowledge.

It's about understanding the market, paying attention to the little things, and guiding you through each stage with clarity and confidence. It's the details that matter. Knowing the property. Understanding the buyer. Being honest about what needs doing and what doesn't.

What’s one thing you wish an agent had done differently the last time you sold? I’d love to hear it.

12/10/2026

Spring doesn't just arrive on the Surf Coast. It changes the whole tempo.

There’s a specific morning in October when you step outside and realise winter has officially packed its bags. The cold, heavy offshore winds soften into a warmer breeze, the tea trees start to blossom along the cliff tops, and the entire coastline seems to take a collective breath in.

You might even find yourself looking around and thinking…
“I wonder what this place would be worth?”

If selling has been sitting at the back of your mind, spring can be a lovely time to start thinking about it. Because a little planning now can help you understand your options, work out what really needs doing (and what doesn't), and decide whether the time feels right for you.

And if you've been wondering whether this might be the season for your next chapter, let's have a chat.

No pressure. No big sales pitch. Just an honest conversation about your home and what comes next.

+61 488 989 011
[email protected]

09/10/2026

Friday night still has that "week's finally over" feeling, even after all these years. By Saturday morning, half the street's already down at the beach before most people are awake, coffee in one hand, dog lead in the other, nobody in a rush to be anywhere.

I usually end up at an open home or two, which sounds like work, but honestly, I like the quiet hour before people arrive. Just me, the smell of something baking and a house slowly waking up for the day.

Afternoons are for whatever's easiest. A walk along the cliffs if the weather plays nice. A late lunch somewhere that doesn't need a booking. Maybe nothing at all. Just sitting somewhere with a view and letting the weekend do what it's supposed to do.

Sundays are slower again. A market, if one's on. A coffee that takes longer than it needs to. And at some point, almost always, back to the water. Not for a swim necessarily, just to look at it for a minute and remember why we're all here.

That's the reset, really. Nothing dramatic. Just a weekend where the coast does most of the work and you let it.

What does your weekend reset look like around here? Let me know your thoughts.

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253 Coombes Road
Torquay, VIC
3228

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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