Kenmaure -A cosy retreat

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A coastal area with houses on a hillside, a road, and a beach.
An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A residential property with a sign indicating it is a rental accommodation.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a television, and a fireplace.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Great Otway National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Wye River, VIC
  • Place, Wye River Coastal Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Wye River Coastal Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Otway National Park
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Wye River

Located in Wye River, this holiday home is on a river. Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Live Wire Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wye 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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Wye River, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wye River Coastal Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • beach near Wye River Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 28 min drive - 34.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The General - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wye General Store - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kenmaure -A cosy retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat on 1 Feb 2027 start from £395, 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 Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kenmaure -A cosy retreat located?

This family-friendly Wye River holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wye River Coastal Reserve, Great Otway National Park and Great Otway National Park. Carisbrook Creek and Sugarloaf - San Jose Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice home for a get away in Wye River.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wye weekend getaway

What a spectacular view… we loved our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location overlooking main beach and less than 10 minutes to walk there.Really don't need the car once there unless exploring outside Wye River.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great property

We had a great stay at Kenmaure perfect weekend getaway!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Dear Stacey , Thank you for finding the time to review Kenmaure. Regards Maureen
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. You can hear the sea from the deck. Close walk to the beach, shop and pub.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Beautiful views of the Wye River beach and location for our family of four
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Jordan and family were great guests who respected our property and left Kenmaure clean and tidy Maureen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable property walking distance to town. Would definitely stay again. Excellent communication from hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
We would happily welcome Kelley and family to stay in Kenmaure inthe future .Maureen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great pace to stay with amazing views

Great property for family’s with all ages of kids. Easy to get to an a great set up
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend in wye!

Perfect location and an excellent outlook from the balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family break

Fabulous ocean views and a quick walk to the beach, we had a fabulous few days of family time. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2024
We would Happily accommodate Jennifer and friends in Kenmaure in the future Maureen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Property was lovely to stay at very clean everything we could of needed. Girl's loved their little room where they could all fit and enjoy there time together. Very close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Has everything you need

A great holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2025
We would Happily recommend Anna to other owners.We look forward to hosting Anna and family in the future. Maureen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay in perfect location

Kenmaure was perfect for our family of four! First holiday with our new pup too. Excellent location and the fireplace was great for the cold rainy days. Would def stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2021
Dear Anneke , So pleased you enjoyed your stay in Kenmaure .Thank you for respecting our property. and leaving it clean and tidy . Regards Maureen Nicholls
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sharon

Amazing stay. Comfortable with excellent views!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for a relaxed weekend away

Our family weekend away to catch up with friends was made all the better for staying here. Location is great with delightful sea views, the house is well presented with everything you need. The added bonus of being able to have our dog with us too was amazing. Thank you we hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy stay with a beautiful view

The accommodation was cosy & comfortable and we had a very relaxing stay. We were unsure of where the off street park was located.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cosy little cottage

Cosy little cottage with a spectacular view of wye Beach and only a 5 minute walk down to the beach and the general store. Maureen was lovely and easy to deal with and flexible with our check-in time. A great spot for a little family get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Would happily welcome Emily and Andrew again in the future 😄
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning views

Amazing cozy little cottage, stunning views of the beach from all main windows. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2022
Megan and her family were respectful of Kenmaure. The house was left clean and tidy.I would happily welcome them to stay again. Maureen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful for the soul!

We had a wonderful stay, and were in daily awe of the view. The cottage is very conveniently situated, and you cannot move past the sound of the ocean and bird-life to rejuvenate the soul. Thank you Maureen for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Jacqui respected our house and left it clean and tidy.I would recommend Jacqui to any host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wye river haven

We had a great time in Wye river and the property was setup perfectly for us travelling with kids and dog. Backyard with totem tennis a bonus and well kitted out for dogs. Loved our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay in Kenmaure. We appreciated the care you took with our property while you were here. Regards Maureen Nicholls
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was very timely. Home was clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all was very good. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2025
We would happily welcome Sandra to stay in Kenmaure in the future. Maureen and Ken
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and lovely

We loved Kenmaure. It was great to be able to take our dogs. It was cosy and unpretentious, has a wonderful ocean view, particularly from the dining table, and has everything you need for a holiday away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay in Kenmaure. Thank you for respecting our property and leaving it clean and tidy. Regards Maureen Nicholls
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views

Great place. Beautiful view of the Ocean, cosy living area with the Coonara fireplace and very comfortable beds. Loved it!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay in Kenmaure and many thanks for leaving the house in such good condition Regards Maureen Nicholls
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Kenmaure Wye River Central

This cottage is a short walk to the beach, the General Store and the Hotel. The view of the beach is spectaular. Thoroughly enjoyed this stay. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
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