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Entire home·Private host

Loves Road Retreat

Lakefront holiday home in Barwon Downs with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Beach nearby
Escape to this cozy country home at the foot of the Otway Ranges, offering beautiful views from its sunroom and ample outside seating areas. Unwind by the fireplace, stay connected with excellent internet or explore nearby Colac and Lorne within a 30-minute drive.

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4141 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Loves Road Retreat

Loves Road Retreat is a small but comfortable country home with two large bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and toilet/ bathroom. Sitting on the front porch one can enjoy beautiful views all around and ample outside seating . A heating/cooling split system with excellent internet makes this a space to suit all needs. Our property offers a beautiful natural landscape at the foot of the Otway Ranges and only 30 mins drive to Colac. We share wonderful views of the country-side and plenty of relaxing activities that help you ground and collect your thoughts. In under 10 minutes you can drive to nearby Forrest for some good coffee and local delicacies as well as the Forrest Brewery for great beer and and a yummy lunch or dinner. In 12 minutes you can drive to Birregurra to get same local produce and snacks at the Birregurra General Store as well as brilliant meals at the Royal Mail Hotel. Lorne is only 30 minutes drive to get to outstanding beachside community with so much on offer.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,518 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Barwon Downs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Forrest Brewing Company and Gosling Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve and Murroon Bushland Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Barwon Downs, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 11 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Erskine Falls - 39 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 43 min drive - 47.7 km
  • Lorne Beach - 43 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Otway Fly Treetop Adventures - 57 min drive - 56.7 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dar Teta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Terminus Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Forrest Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Forrest General Store - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Loves Road Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Loves Road Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Loves Road Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Loves Road Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Murroon Bushland Reserve. Forrest Brewing Company and Gosling Creek Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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