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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Explore the area
Barwon Heads, VIC
Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve
Place, Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve
1 min walk
Frank Ellis Reserve Beach
Place, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach
5 min drive
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
29 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Back deck shower
Outdoor shower
Common bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Front bedroom ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Guest room Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pet friendly Riverside Retreat
Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac just one house back from the beautiful mangroves of the Barwon River estuary, this modest French inspired cottage has recently been renovated keeping all of the original charm but integrating it with modern and luxurious style.
The kitchen and bathrooms have recently been renovated and are bright, airy and include modern appliances. The living, dining and 4th bedroom overlook a massive outdoor BBQ and entertaining area. All bedrooms are spacious and include built-in robes. Two of the 4 bedrooms have en-suites and the main bathroom, which includes a bath, services the other two bedrooms.
The house features split system air conditioning as well as hydronic-heating throughout. A double lock-up garage ensures vehicles can be stored securely.
The house is situated on a large 1000 square metre block with a beautiful fully-fenced cottage-style garden for you to relax in. There is ample room and plenty of shade for your family pets. The outdoor entertaining area is a feature of this property and the massive decked area features both open and undercover areas - perfect for a quiet and relaxing get-away.
Enjoy walks with the dogs along the Barwon estuary boardwalks or take a short drive to the designated dog beach just past the 13th beach lifesaving club. There are activities a-plenty in Barwon Heads as well as a thriving cafe and retail strip on Hitchcock Avenue - which is also within walking distance.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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
Barwon Heads
Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Barwon Heads Golf Club and 13th Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Warbird Air Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Australian Skydive. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
Adventure Park Geelong - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 25 min drive - 26.0 km
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
Getting around
Marshall Station - 21 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Groove Cafe - 8 min drive
Beach Terrace Cafe - 8 min drive
Barwon Heads Hotel - 4 min drive
Starfish Bakery - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pet friendly Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?
As of 16 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat on 17 Jun, 2026 start from S$562, 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 Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pet friendly Riverside Retreat located?
This family-friendly Barwon Heads holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Frank Ellis Reserve Beach. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Barwon Heads Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A lovely, large but cozy property perfect for our mid winter getaway. Fantastic well stocked kitchen, comfy lounge and great outdoor spaces. Kids enjoyed the table tennis when not surfing!
Very well equipped house offering an easy and relaxed stay with excellent facilities including 4 good bedrooms and great living area and good heating.
Alan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the house comfortable and relaxing- we certainly do too! We hope to welcome you back soon.
Highly recommend - beautiful property and easy communication with the property manager. Fantastic location and reasonably priced. Next time we are looking to stay in the area we would happily stay here again
Great house, well designed, great being able to bring along the dog!
We had a great stay. The house has good sized bedrooms, a really nice entertaining space/kitchen and a nice deck that catches the afternoon sun.
Our whole family really enjoyed the space and loved hitting up different nearby beaches each day. Would definitely visit again.
Had an amazing time at the house & it was everything that we had expected when viewed details of property online...
Property Manager was always quick to reply to any of our queries & would certainly recommend it to anyone visiting the area & we would certainly return again next year
Janiene D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so glad the house met your expectations and that you enjoyed your stay. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d love to host you again next year!
We found property to be spacious and clean with ample ensuites for 7 people. Outdoor area was great, plenty of room for BBQ which was clean . Appliances were all you needed and the best part was the coffee machine. Highly recommend
A very pleasant weekend away in Barwon heads. The property presently excellently, comfortably warm, clean, spacious, all the modern conveniences, great coffee machine and a wonderful fireplace. All we needed for an enjoyable family weekend away where the inclement weather was hardly a factor.
Pet friendly was a big tick, thank you.
Would love to stay again in the future.
The property was everything as promised. In a great location and very clean. Everything was in the house that you needed for your stay. It has a very private backyard and fully fenced for your dog. My family and I has a lovely 2 night stay. We loved the house and the location.
This is a Perfect location for a family with young children and dogs. Very private, picturesque road. Property felt safe with the electric gate and fencing. Kitchen was well equipped. Would highly recommend.
Linda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2024
I’m thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the location and felt safe and comfortable at the property. It’s wonderful knowing the space worked well for both the kids and your dog.
I’m glad the kitchen had everything you needed, and I truly appreciate your recommendation. If you ever decide to visit Barwon Heads again, we’d love to welcome you back!
Kind regards,
Tim
Lovely feeling of space in all rooms and especially living area, very clean
Great outdoor table and chairs
Excellent kitchen
Security screen doors would be good especially in hot weather
Overall an excellent house for a getaway
Beautiful property in a quiet location. More spacious than photos suggest. Owner responded quickly to inquiries during our stay and was very helpful. Highly recommend
Natalie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thanks a lot Natalie, it was great to have you stay and would love to have you back in the future. Cheers
Perfection. The house was perfect. The yard was perfect and the location was perfect. We would certainly use this property again the next time we return.
David J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2022
Awesome David and would definitely love to have you stay again. Thanks
Property was as described and depicted in photos. It was the perfect short stay for my husband and I and our elderly dog. We appreciated the open plan kitchen and lounge, quality appliances, ammenities and decor. Our dog enjoyed wandering safely around outside in the pleasant and secure front and back yard and snoozing under the big shade tree adjacent to a very comfortable deck and barbecue area.
Deborah D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2024
I’m so glad the property worked well for you, your husband, and your dog. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the layout, amenities, and secure yard. We’d love to have you stay again!
A little late to leave a review but cannot fault this property or the communication we had with the Property Manager. A wonderful home, our puppy adored the open, secure space, and we really loved our stay. Thankyou!
Lorena H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you loved the home and that your puppy enjoyed the secure space—it’s great to hear it was a hit with the whole family. We’d love to host you again anytime!
About the host
Hosted by Tim Mitchell
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