Le Cabanon—Phillip Island
Step into Le Cabanon, a 1960s coastal accomodation destination in Phillip Island, lovingly and mindfully reimagined by husband and wife duo, photographer Victor Vieaux and stylist, Sharon Xie.
Words: Hande Renshaw I Photography: Victor Vieaux
Kitchen bar stools from House of Orange.
‘It's a place where we can truly unwind and make memories, no fuss, just good times,’ says Victor Vieaux.
Rug from Pampa and lamp by HK Living from House of Orange.
The seamless transition from the kitchen to the living room and the front deck encourages an integrated indoor-outdoor living experience.
The fireplace is a central element in the living area, featuring a custom concrete hearth.
‘Every time we visit Le Cabanon, we enjoy slowing down and taking in the simple pleasures—it's all about having friends over, cooking up some delicious meals together, and gathering around fireplace,’ says Victor Vieaux.
Originally a 1960s shack, Le Cabanon has been lovingly renovated by photographer Victor Vieaux and his wife, stylist Sharon Xie, resulting in a coastal accomodation destination drawing inspiration from Le Corbusier’s French Riviera World Heritage-listed 1951 beach shack.
‘Sharon and I have both worked in architecture studios across Australia, Asia, and Europe, which has formed our perspectives on design and lifestyle,’ shares Victor. While Sharon was focused on the finer interior details, Victor looked at the broader picture, working on the function and layout of the home.
‘Sharon's meticulous attention to detail perfectly complements my focus on layouts and the broader picture—together, our experiences have shaped our unique approach. Instead of adhering to precedents, we adopted a laid-back mindset, drawing inspiration from our own cultural backgrounds and experiences, to craft a quintessentially Australian beach shack with our personal touch,’ Victor says.
The pair have a deep appreciation for vibrant use of colour, choosing to steer away from the more safe off-white tones and instead infuse Le Cabanon with joyful tones, giving each room its own distinct personality. ‘Our aim was to ensure that every bedroom stands out and becomes a haven of individuality. Each door serves as a portal, inviting guests to immerse themselves in a unique world of colour and character,’ Victor says. There are four bedrooms in total, each painted a distinctive colour, sleeping up to 6 adults and 3 children.
Inside, the modernist-inspired beach shack is incredibly cosy, yet also cut with modern contemporary design pieces and carefully selected thrifted pieces—including custom designed feature fireplace designed by Victor, wool rugs by Pampa, decorative pieces from House of Orange and framed photography prints by Victor.
For both Victor and Sharon, visiting Le Cabanon is all about slowing down and taking in life’s simple pleasures. ‘It's also about having friends over, cooking up some delicious meals together, and gathering around the fire pit or fireplace. The house has this wonderful vibe that feels perfect no matter the season. It's a place where we can truly unwind and make memories—no fuss, just good times,’ says Victor.
Le Cabanon is available for short-stay bookings, the perfect escape for a mini break!
Book your stay at Le Cabanon here.
Bedroom lamp from House of Orange and framed photograph by Victor Vieaux.
Lamp and chair both from House of Orange.
The bathroom features blue terrazzo, Yabby tapware and towel from House of Orange.
The bathrooms embrace a minimalist approach, featuring a singular standout material—blue terrazzo.
“Breathing new life into the house became a deeply immersive experience, almost meditative in nature. The satisfaction of witnessing the final outcome, born from our dedication and craftsmanship, is profoundly rewarding.”
‘Our aim was to ensure that every bedroom stands out and becomes a haven of individuality—each door serves as a portal, inviting guests to immerse themselves in a unique world of colour and character,’ says Victor Vieaux.
