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Omeo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers

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A modern two-story house with large windows, a covered patio, and a satellite dish.
Pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • 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 refrigerator, and a microwave.
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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.

Omeo - Waterfront Retreat: 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.

Our two-bedroom lodges offer a peaceful family escape with lake views, a private deck with a BBQ, and modern comforts, including a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and cozy fireplace. Set in a quiet bushland setting, you can spot parrots, kangaroos, koalas, and echidnas, with complimentary food provided for bird and kangaroo feeding. Enjoy easy access to resort amenities like the pool, heated outdoor spa, free bikes, and activities such as kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and nature trails.

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 and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and 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
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 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.
  • 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

2691-268650

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around 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 Omeo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Omeo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on Jun 26, 2026 start from $301, 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, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next 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 do couples enjoy most about 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.

Are there hot tubs at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

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

No, there aren't any house with balconies at Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers.

Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

sylvie v.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

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