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Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads

Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads

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Lounge room
2 bedroom original Barwon Heads Boathouse
Dining
Lounge room
Kitchen

Overview of Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

Barwon Heads, VIC
  • Popular LocationBarwon Heads Golf Club20 min walk
  • Popular Location13th Beach Golf Links6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAdventure Park Geelong11 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

4 Twin Beds

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads

This historic 2 bedroom Barwon Heads Boathouse, “Waitemata” on Riverside Terrace, is the ultimate accomodation in an undeniably perfect location close to everything Barwon Heads has to offer.
The house is 30mtrs from the rivers edge. A side path allows you to discover the idyllic riverside ramp to launch your kyak or SUP.
Less than a 5 minute walk will get you to the main street Hitchcock Ave, river playground, kids playground and skate park, tennis courts, pubs, cafes, fine dining, boutique shops and spectacular beaches.

This lovingly restored, extended and modernised boathouse comfortably accommodates 6 guests. Main bedroom has a king bed and the second bedroom has 2 x bunk beds. In between is a family sized bathroom with Euro laundry with washing machine and dryer. A modern well equipped kitchen and living and dining area provide all the comforts for a relaxing stay.
East/ North facing deck and courtyard with outdoor dining and BBQ. Fully enclosed premises.

“Waitemata’ is one of the 61 original architect designed boathouses that once lined the western bank of the Barwon River from 1905 to 1936. It was moved to its current site on Riverside Terrace in 1970.
“Waitemata” is Maori for 'Sparkling Waters’ - an apt name for this unique accomodation that’s just perfect short stroll from the sparkling waters of the Barwon River estuary and ocean beyond.

Features:
Wifi
Wonderboom bluetooth speaker
Coffee machine
Enclosed yard
Gas fireplace in lounge room
Split System Air con/heater in lounge room and main bedroom
Ceilings fans in Lounge room and Bedrooms
Wall heater in bedroom 2
Electric blanket on King bed
Smart TV in lounge room
TV's in main bedroom and bedroom 2
Highchair
Linen and bath towels
BBQ
Outdoor shower
Note: This is strictly a No Party House- No noise after 10pm on weekends and 9pm on weekdays. We do not take school leavers bookings.
Pets- Dogs only, no more than 2 as per council regulation. Must be toilet trained and not allowed on furniture. Must not be left outside barking as per local noise ordinance. No cats due to allergies.

Overview
From here you can meander through the streets of Barwon Heads to where the renowned Barwon River meets the sea, head across the bridge to Raffs Beach, Ocean Grove or walk around the World Heritage Listed Bluff to 13th Beach. Hitchcock Ave has a broad selection of cafes, bakery, takeaway, pub restaurants and lifestyle shopping. The broader Bellarine peninsula has plenty to offer and is perfect for holidays or a weekend away (only 1.5hrs from Melbourne). For golfers the world class Barwon Heads Golf Course and Thirteenth Beach Golf Course minutes drive away are ranked 30 and 32 respectively in Australia's top 100 golf courses. Also: Wineries and Breweries Joy Flights at Barwon Heads Airport Adventure Park- Victoria's biggest water theme park is 12km or 15mins drive away.

Property manager

Jenni O'Callaghan

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Strictly No Party House. No school leavers.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only no more than 2 No cats due to allergies

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Strictly No Party House. No school leavers.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the neighborhood

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this vacation home is on a river. Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Warbird Air Adventures and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Park Geelong, or check out an event or a game at Australian Skydive.

What's nearby

  • Raffs Beach - 19 min walk
  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • 13th Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 11 min drive
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 20 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mex - 8 min drive
  • McDonald's - 10 min drive
  • Ocean Grove Hotel - 9 min drive
  • KFC - 9 min drive
  • Garage - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads located?

This family-friendly Barwon Heads vacation home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Frank Ellis Reserve Beach. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Raffs Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Adrienne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Great location. Calming environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr Bolan
Great place, Great spot My wife and I will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Caroline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barwon Beauty
Always looking for a clean, contemporary, comfortable and well equipped stay that will allow us to travel with our dog. This little boat house hit the spot perfectly. Located in a quiet tree lined street right near the river and within walking distance to the high street and ocean beach, it allowed for a chilled and relaxed few days with our fur kid. The house was clean and well equipped, allowing us to cook some meals at home and generally relax. It had a good solid dog proof fence.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kylie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quite location
Great location with a short walk to beach and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Cath G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy house
Our family of 4 loved the boathouse. It is cosy and has everything you need. It’s also in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jenni O'Callaghan

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