Raymond Island is home to this holiday home. Bairnsdale Golf Course and Metung Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paynesville Maritime Museum and Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre.
Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lake Victoria - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Koala Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Paynesville Maritime Museum - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
Lake King - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
Bairnsdale Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Fickle Fig - 15 min walk
Fishermans Wharf Pavillion - 14 min walk
Paynesville Wine Bar - 13 min walk
Paynesville Bakery - 5 min drive
Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?
As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard on 9 Aug 2027 start from £323, 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 Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Koalas Songs: Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard located?
Situated in Raymond Island, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Koala Trail. Lake Victoria and Paynesville Maritime Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi Toni,
Thank you so much for your review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from , NA
20 Nov 2023
Perfect little package
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This cute little house was equipped with all of our needs and with its obvious renovation, it was also modern and very cosy
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Hi Kia,
Thank you so much for your lovely review, hope you got to see lots of wildlife.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vickie C.
9 Mar 2024
Wildlife experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A lovely comfortable home, very clean. We saw lots of wildlife from our backyard. Great location, easy to find, walking distance to the ferry terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Hi,
We are so pleased that you made the most of your stay, thank you for your great review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Frederic L.
28 Apr 2023
Koalas Songs
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent rental in close vicinity of the ferry and the Koala trail where we discovered ten's of koalas. This is a great place to visit. The rental is just beautiful, clean and newly refurbished. A place to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2023
Hi Frederic, thank you so much for your thoughtful review, it is our little bit of paradise.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew G.
3 Jan 2024
A lovely place to have a break
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great property design, plenty of space and little extras available. The island is a top location and the ferry adds to the fun. loads of trails and lanes right on the door step. Even when the lakes area is busy with crowds this place is very quiet and peaceful
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Hi Andrew,
Thank you so much for your lovely review, sounds like you made the most of your stay.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
Spotless modern inside ample tea coffee etc. Even an air fryer. Kangaroos hopping over the fence. We saw koalas. Even a mum and baby crossed the road in front of us. Bad mosquitoes. Remember repellent. Property is for sale so I don’t know how long it will be available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Hi Diana,
Thank you so much for your review, so lucky to see the mum and baby Koala.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Brett L.
14 Dec 2023
Secluded postion
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This house has been freshly renovated and fitted out. Good points, the renovation, the rear outlook, the big TV. We found the bed very firm and there was nowhere near enough cutlery and no baking dishes.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2023
Hi Brett,
Thank you so much for your review and your feedback, will look into those points.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brett L.
21 Dec 2024
A good value stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Koala Songs is a well laid out light-filled house with lots of views. Kitchen design is good, with induction cooktop. We had our small dog and both the front and back yards are very secure even for a Jack Russell sized dog, which is great because several "dog-friendly" houses we've stayed in do not have a secure yard for the smaller dog. The back yard is great to relax in. The koala area of the island is just a short stroll and the ferry is not too far.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2025
Hi Brett,
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so pleased you were able to enjoy it with your fur baby.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Placido R.
9 Jan 2024
Great experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property was exactly as advertised, clean and well-maintained. The check in/out process was very smooth and customer friendly. Regarding activities and attractions offered by Raymond Island, everything was in line with the expected full immersion in an outstanding natural context. The only note is the absolute absence of shops in the island. Maybe a coffee shop or a small grocery would improve the overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Hi Placido,
Thank you very much for your review, sometimes there is a coffee van on the Island, you must have missed it.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
Verified review
6/10 Okay
scott r.
21 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great house
Problem with automated key delivery system meant 3/4 hr of worry
Fixed by friendly staff in the end once they came back on site thankfully
No Email of instructions sent as per protocol
Otherwise good
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2023
Hi Scott,
thank you very much for your review, your email was sent, it must have gone to your junk mail, we are sorry for any inconvenience.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
House accurately described with modern comfortable amenities. Backing onto nature reserve but unable to sit outside due to excessive mosquito activity. Mosquitoes bad inside upon arrival and no insect spray provided. First purchase from mainland next day! Unfortunately this did impact on our enjoyment of the property. Very safe enclosed garden for our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2024
Hi Ian,
Thank you for your review and feedback.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Simon S.
14 Apr 2023
Peace and quiet and koalas and kangaroos
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family loves the tranquility and unspoiled natural environment of Raymond Island, and have visited it for several years. We always book our accommodation through Gippsland Lake Escapes, and have never been disappointed with the quality of the various houses we have stayed in on the island.This time we spent a long Easter weekend at Koalas Song, a very nice renovated house in a quiet back street backing on to bushland and fields, and only 5 minutes walk to the ferry across to Paynesville. The weather was chilly but the wood burning stove kept us nice and warm.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Hi Simon, thank you so much for your wonderful review, we look forward to hosting you again.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
We had a wonderful time at Koalas songs. The property was well appointed and had everything we needed. The renovations were done really nicely and the belied the rather aging exterior. It was warm and cosy - at least in the main living areas. The bedrooms could do with some heating as they were very cold in the dead of night, even if we left the doors open for the heat to circulate. The access to the Koala and Nature Walks were wonderful. We even had a koala nestled in the tree in the backyard at one stage. The property managers were wonderful. I locked myself out stupidly and gave them a call at 9pm and they were quickly helped, sorting out a spare key for me. As I said, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. If I had one negative, being well over 6 foot, the chairs and couch were a little too low for me, but otherwise, it was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2025
Hi Edward,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes