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TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Pool
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Forge Creek, Victoria
  • Place, Lake Victoria
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Forge Creek

This vacation home places you next to Lake Victoria and Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Victoria - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeview Bar & Bistro - ‬113 min drive
  • ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive
  • ‪Tasty Tuckers cafe & mini golf - ‬114 min drive
  • ‪The Lamb Shack - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪sanctuary cafe - ‬112 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers

The Waterfront Retreat, one of East Gippsland's best-kept secrets, offers a tranquil escape on 20 acres of natural bushland along the banks of Lake Victoria. With 19 self-contained lodges ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms, guests can enjoy lake or bushland views while catering for themselves in fully equipped kitchens. Just 15 minutes from Paynesville and 20 minutes from Bairnsdale, this peaceful haven is perfect for nature lovers, complete with a resident mob of friendly kangaroos.

Two secluded lodges are available, each with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, sleep up to four guests. Each lodge features a queen master suite, a twin bedroom, a separate toilet, and a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, dishwasher, and cookware for convenient self-catering.

Dargo Lodge, nestled in a secluded area with private lake access, offers stunning lake views from the spacious living room or private deck. Enjoy a BBQ on the deck while spotting native wildlife, or get active with free bikes, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding on the lake.

Pool Disclaimer
The indoor pool is available for guest use year-round. Please note the pool is heated during the warmer months only, from the September school holidays through to the Easter/school holiday period.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The vacation home also includes a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

2691-268652

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Forge Creek, just steps from Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Lake Victoria, and within a short walk of Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

As of Jun 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on Jun 26, 2026 start from $321, 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.

Is parking available on site at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen in each house plus a lake view and a kitchen in some.

Does Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

Yes, every house at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed for our Easter holidays in this accommodation overlooking the sea. I love how peaceful and private the place was. A perfect place for a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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