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Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers

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Relax in comfort with a large leather sofa, flat-screen TV, and glass doors leading to a scenic outdoor area with sea views.
Enjoy meals in this dining area with a grill and outdoor views.
Cozy cottage with a gabled roof and a charming porch area, offering a view of the surrounding landscape.
Swimmers can enjoy the pool surrounded by a deck and adjacent to a lush outdoor area.
Modern kitchen with stainless steel sink, gas stove, and microwave, set against a backdrop of natural light and terracotta tiles.

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is €232
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug

About this property

Entire place

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

Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers

The Waterfront Retreat, one of East Gippsland's best-kept secrets, offers a tranquil escape on 20 acres of natural bushland along the banks of Lake Victoria. With 19 self-contained lodges ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms, guests can enjoy lake or bushland views while catering for themselves in fully equipped kitchens. Just 15 minutes from Paynesville and 20 minutes from Bairnsdale, this peaceful haven is perfect for nature lovers, complete with a resident mob of friendly kangaroos.

Our two-bedroom lodges offer a peaceful family escape with lake views, a private deck with a BBQ, and modern comforts, including a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and cozy fireplace. Set in a quiet bushland setting, you can spot parrots, kangaroos, koalas, and echidnas, with complimentary food provided for bird and kangaroo feeding. Enjoy easy access to resort amenities like the pool, heated outdoor spa, free bikes, and activities such as kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and nature trails.

Property manager

Gippsland Lakes Escapes

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

2691-268647

About the area

Map
Forge Creek, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 34 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 34 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Koala Trail - 39 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeview Bar and Bistro Loch Sport - ‬115 min drive
  • ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive
  • ‪Loch Sport Fish N Chip Takeaway - ‬114 min drive
  • ‪Sanctuary Cafe - ‬115 min drive
  • ‪Marina Hotel - ‬115 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

As of 3 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on 4 Aug 2025 start from €231.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Avon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers located?

Situated in Forge Creek, this holiday home is steps away from Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve, Lake Victoria and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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