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BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake

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A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a covered outdoor area.
A compact kitchen with a stove, sink, and dishwasher. A microwave is above the stove, and a refrigerator is to the right.
A compact bedroom with two beds, a small round table, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A black leather sofa with three teal cushions, a small white table, and a window with a view of greenery.
A small room with a wooden desk, a chair, a television, and a floor lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bonnie Doon, VIC
  • Place, Maindample park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Maintongoon G108 Bushland Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Mansfield Botanic Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bidet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bonnie Doon

Located in Bonnie Doon, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Mansfield Golf Club and Nillahcootie Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maintongoon G108 Bushland Reserve and The Paps Natural Features and Scenic Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like skiing.
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Bonnie Doon, VIC

What's nearby

  • Maindample park - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Maintongoon G108 Bushland Reserve - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Mansfield Botanic Park - 18 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Nillahcootie Estate - 20 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail - 21 min drive - 31.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪K’s Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bonnie Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Yarck Tea Rooms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shell bonniedoon Roadhouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Serenity Coffee - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BonnieRose, <br>Life Is Better At The Lake located?

Set in Bonnie Doon, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Maindample park, Maintongoon G108 Bushland Reserve and The Paps Natural Features and Scenic Reserve. Lake Eildon National Park and Merton G104 Bushland Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 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. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was pleasant! The property is actually much better in person than it looks in the photos. The host was very responsive and quick to answer any questions. Great value for the price, and we would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay

Great place. Loved the outdoors area upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and most helpful host.

Stayed overnight at this great place. Its conviently located from our snow trip to Mt Buller to chill ans relax afterwards. The place was very clean and tidy and the host was most helpful. Would love to sray longer for the next one. Thanks again
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
More than welcome back to stay longer, thank you for the review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent. 45 mins from my Buller and Boonie Doon Pub is the best, only 5 mins away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything fine for us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic outdoor area with fireplace

Easy communication. Family reunion we met here from all over, had a fantastic weekend. Only point was family was uncomfortable that the property has camera which was not disclosed in listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2023
Thanks for your review Kim. I’m sorry about you feeling uncomfortable re the camera. It is listed and guaranteed it’s not looked at. It’s for recording purposes only if any issues occur. Unfortunately previous tenants have caused damage and problems.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt homie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Great house, great location, we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great getaway

With everything on hand and close to shops and the lake out overnight stay was very easy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Need no more...

A father and four kids that loved the accommodation. Activities both inside and out...met our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The property was perfect for what we were looking for, the host was very welcoming and easy to deal with. Thanks Alison
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for Snow Trip!

This is a great place to stay for your snow trip. Very conveniently located near Mansfield. Picturesque views of the beautiful green rolling hills from the bedroom & living areas. But the bedroom with the bunk beds is certainly the kids' favourite!!! Really enjoyed the stay & we'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place to get away with friends

great place to get away with friends
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Second Visit

2nd visit for our group of mum and daughter netballers. Perfect position near the local netball court. Clear and concise instructions for arrival. Property clean, bright and renovated since our last stay. 2nd bathroom is fantastic, especially with so many girls.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great holidays house

Clean, tidy, plenty of room and beds, showers great, beds comfortable, relaxing lounge and outdoor areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay......very close to service station & the market. 100% recommended

Loved staying at Life Is Better At The Lake in Bonney Doon. A small cozy place gives a perfect home feeling. Have all sorts of things that one would expect. Parking within for 3-4 cars, plenty of room for a big family.....love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to relax!

We found "Life is Better At the Lake" as an extra ordinary place to relax. The place was really clean and very spacious. Entertainment deck is one of the best. Very cozy and enjoyed every minute. Huge thanks for Allison who has provided such a nice place. Highly recommend for any one who needs to relax!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for your feed back Niranda, you were great guests to have and are welcome to come back. We certainly love the deck to. Pleased to hear you enjoyed yourselves.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house & plenty of room

The house was very impressive & lots of room. The entertaining deck was perfect even though the weather was raining & cold. The outdoor heaters worked beautifully combined with the blinds to keep it comfortable to sit outside...along with the outdoor fire pit. With reverse cycle units in every room everyone was happy! I will be, & already have, recommending Life's Better At The Lake to my family & friends. Thank you Allison for sharing your lovely house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you very much for your feedback and thank you for recommending us. You and your guests are more than welcome to come back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

We stayed here a night for a trip to the Mt Buller snow. Lovely place and a friendly owner. Would definitely stay here again in the future!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Holiday Home

Its a nice Family Friendly holiday home.. Perfect location.. Very clean n tidy.. Awesome outdoor area.. Beautiful kitchen with all the utensils & n other usefull things.. I must say its one of the best places we've stay.. Everyone enjoyed this simply family home..
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2020
Thats lovely to hear, thank you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Overnight stop - shame it wasn't longer!!

Spent one night here on our way to the snow. Would love to stay longer - especially in the summer months. Would be great for two families (provided kids happy to share one large bedroom). Split systems in every room, a great outdoor kitchen/entertaining area, fire pit and soccer goal in backyard, even a copy of that essential Bonnie Doon viewing,'The Castle', to watch!! Highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you, one night isnt enough time for sure. Very welcome to come back anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect in the wintertime

Only two hours out from Melbourne and an hour away from Mt Buller, the house provided the perfect getaway for a weekend at the snow. Each room was fitted with heating, the downstairs lounge and shower were immaculate, and the kitchen and bedrooms had everything we needed. Could comfortably fit more than the 8 we had in our group. At such an affordable price, we would definitely consider staying here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you very much, would love to have you stay again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ideal for family holiday!

Great views and out door area. Would love come again and again !!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Your most welcome to come again and hope that you do.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great views, comfortable place to stay.

Comfortably sleeps 4 couples with two sharing the bottom room. There is a curtain that you are able to pull across for extra privacy in the downstairs room. We all enjoyed our stay. During winter, there isn't a huge inside area for 8 to get out of the bad weather. However during summer it would be quite comfortable with multiple fans, aircons and large outside setting areas. Also with only one shower to share between 8, the morning could be a mad rush to get ready but manageable. Hot water was great with no one complaining their shower was ever cold!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for you review. In June July we are adding another bathroom and lounge to accomodate
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