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Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads

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A wooden-framed sliding door leading into a living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a small rug.
A wooden dock leading into calm water, with a concrete wall on one side and a grassy area on the other.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, and a view of trees through a glass door.
A large house adjacent to a golf course with a well-maintained lawn and a putting green.
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Barwon Heads, VIC
  • Place, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, 13th Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Barwon Heads Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is on a river. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Ocean Grove Education Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Warbird Air Adventures and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Adventure Park Geelong, or check out an event or a game at GMHBA Stadium.
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Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Raffs Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • 13th Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 20 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nicko’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Groove Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Mex - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique 2 bedroom riverside Boathouse in central Barwon Heads located?

This family-friendly Barwon Heads holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Frank Ellis Reserve Beach, Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Raffs Beach. 13th Beach and Barwon Heads Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a great host with clear instructions and easy communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean pet friendly accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Second stay here; great little spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property. It’s small but very well designed so that you never feel cramped. It is a perfect location and we will definitely go there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property. So homely and great fun for the grandkids ! We loved everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely quite location

Great location with a short walk to beach and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location, close to town and river/sea. Lovely restored boathouse with all you need to stay in and cook and close to loads of places to eat out if you want that too. Clean with a great vibe and cherished by the owners - you can tell they love this place too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location Location Location

-Short walk to shops, restaurants, park, playgrounds and beach-Quiet street-Great place to relax-Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous position and stylish property

We had a great stay here. The renovated boat house is in a great position and beautifully appointed. The kingsize bed is extremely comfortable and it was a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
It was a pleasure to have Susan and her group stay. Thanks you for being great guests, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your time, you're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for a Couples short getaway

Delightful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little pet-friendly property and very close to a beautiful park with lovely walking tracks. Also, walking distance to the main street of the village, which has fantastic boutiques and restaurants. The cottage is very well equipped and very comfortable. We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family stay

Perfect location for family. Easy walking distance to restaurants for dinner, the pier for fishing and playground for the kids. We really enjoyed how cosy and warm this house was. Everything is there to feel like you are at home. We loved our time away here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location lovely house

The house is located in a lovely quiet area with a easy walk into town. The house has a lovely feel and has all the amenities you need. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it as a lovely place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean, very comfortable, and well set up. In a nice quiet location and our dog enjoyed it too. Communication with the manager was great. Thoroughly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our getaway. Fantastic location, a very easy walk down the Main Street. A beautiful cosy home, the gas heater kept the house toasty warm at night. Secure yard so our dog was safe and enjoyed his stay too. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy house

Our family of 4 loved the boathouse. It is cosy and has everything you need. It’s also in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Great location. Calming environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Boathouse

Great property, neighbourhood and close to beach and shops. Plus the dogs loved it. All over fantastic holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2020
It was a pleasure to have Helena and her group stay. Thank you for being great guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean & Comfortable

Clean, comfortable with a good bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect For Us

The location & the accommodation were perfect. Loved the sun filled rooms & enclosed yard for our two Westies. The house was extremely well equipped and we thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr Bolan

Great place, Great spot My wife and I will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awesome. House was as pictured. Clean and well presented
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very welcoming, secure property for both us and our family pooch. House has plenty sunlight and fresh air entering it, but is easily closed up to be heated or cooled. Front and side yards are totally dog secure so we could relax whist she roamed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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