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Yaringa - Retreat in the trees

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Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71291.7 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Yaringa - Retreat in the trees

At Yaringa you will enjoy the view of the ocean whilst you relax amongst the tranquil forest surroundings. A comfortable stay awaits you in this 3 bedroom family holiday house. There are plenty of activities nearby with just a short drive or leisurely walk to the beach, bush walks in the Otway National Park, meetings with local wildlife and road trips along the famous Great Ocean Road to nearby Wye River, Lorne and Apollo Bay. Some may simply prefer to relax by the log fire and listen to the bird song. House facilities including heating/cooling, log fire, barbecue, complete kitchen, large dining and living area and expansive outdoor deck with amazing views of the sea and the gumtrees.







Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kennett River

Kennett River is home to this holiday home. Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Great Ocean Road Waterfront are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kennet River Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 20 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 22 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Bell's Beach - 57 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The General - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Naughties - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Yaringa - Retreat in the trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees on 8 Apr 2026 start from £213, 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.

How much is parking at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yaringa - Retreat in the trees located?

Situated in Kennett River, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Wye River Coastal Reserve and Carisbrook Creek are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely views of ocean and close go beach

Lovely location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2020
We stand by the quality of our house and disagree with the star rating in this review. We have 7 five star reviews on this platform and 60 five star reviews on Airbnb as we have had many very happy guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great Yaringa stay

Thanks to the hosts again for a lovely stay. No shortage of beautiful views, wildlife (koalas, king parrots and glow worms). Such a great vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yaringa - A magical place

Yaringa has got it all - Beautiful views, spacious areas and an overall relaxed feel to enjoy a family holiday. There were impromptu wildlife moments everyday with resident Koalas, Cockatoos and Lorakeets coming to visit. The beach is only a skip away whilst the Grey River Glow worms are a short drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views

Great girls weekend. The house was comfortable - the deck was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kennett River

Lovely house in a great hillside location. Beds were comfortable and house was well equipped Saw a kangaroo in our front garden and a koala in a tree nearby. No wifi however we managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laurel m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yaringa

Lovely house in the trees .Clean and comfy with everything we needed.Found the listing confusing thought there was only one bunk bed.Teenagers we’re very happy there was no sharing.Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Lovely spot with a great view. House had everything you could need. Will definately stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kennett River Beauty

Great house, very comfortable, clean and beautiful views. Perfect for a small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fairlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in The Trees

Yaringa’s views are breathtaking! The house is very clean, with comfortable beds, multiple verandahs, perfectly equipped kitchen and a relaxing lounge with log fire. Yaringa was perfect for our family holiday; we can’t wait to stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ava E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely accommodation

quite easy to find, lovely area, clean accommodation, ​and perfect for holidays.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Great setting, great set up.

Loved the place. So peaceful. Pantry had all the basics which was really appreciated. Beds were comfy and the view from all main rooms was so lovely. The only thing I’d say is the railing on the balcony is not suitable for small kids who are not yet spacially aware. It’s a long drop to the bottom and a crawling baby could fit through. Not a problem for the older toddler we had with us. Would come back for sure.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie J.

Pure paradise

Thankyou Leanne for your hospitality, you wer so lovely to correspond with and very helpful.. we had a family getaway, that was hands down the best break we’ve ever had due to the magnificent house with water views, it made my yoga practice so easy... it was so tranquil , koalas in the trees, kangaroos on the lawn, a short walk to the surf...positively perfect ... Thankyou 🙏🏼
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Fabulous. Great view. Amongst the trees.

Comfy beds. All equipment needed. Thoughtful books and kids games. And free to air TV!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rex R.

beautiful view and property

This property is good condition and exceeded expectations when it came to comfort and the view. The perfect place to relax for a weekend or unwind after a long hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great - lovely stay

Great place to stay - quiet, lovely views, comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA V.

Excellent property

Had such a good time with spectacular views and scenery.

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