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Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with indoor pool and outdoor tennis court

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Lake
Indoor pool
Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (/spa - Steamer) | View from room
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleeps 6) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Explore the area

Map
200 Wattle Point Road, Forge Creek, VIC, 3875
  • Popular LocationWattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve1 min walk
  • AirportBairnsdale, VIC (BSJ)20 min drive
  • Popular LocationKoala Trail31 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Lakes National Park116 min drive

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (king /twin bed) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (king /twin bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (bushview lodge) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (bushview lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleeps 6) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleeps 6)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (disabled friendly) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (disabled friendly)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (disabled friendly) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (disabled friendly)

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 4) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 4)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bed/3 bathroom Spa) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bed/3 bathroom Spa)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleep 6)

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleep 6) | View from room

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (& loft sleep 6)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (waterview lodge) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (waterview lodge)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 5) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 5)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (/spa - Steamer)

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (/spa - Steamer) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (/spa - Steamer)

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (/ 2 bath - Dargo)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (king /twin bed)

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (king /twin bed) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (king /twin bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Cabin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 5)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 5) | In-room dining

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (sleeps 5)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Kitchen (4 Bedroom - Burrabogie) | In-room dining

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Kitchen (4 Bedroom - Burrabogie)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bed/3 bathroom Spa)

Standard Cabin, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bed/3 bathroom Spa) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (3 Bed/3 bathroom Spa)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (waterview lodge)

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (waterview lodge) | Living area | Plasma TV, DVD player

Standard Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (waterview lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Forge Creek

Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point places you next to Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. This 19-room, 4-star lodge has in-room conveniences like kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 25 min drive
  • Koala Trail - 31 min drive
  • The Lakes National Park - 116 min drive

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 27 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon): 149.6 mi/240.7 km<br />Melbourne Airport (MEL): 152.7 mi/245.8 km<br />Avalon Airport (AVV): 171.3 mi/275.7 km<br /><p></p><p>Distances from the property's location to the airport are straight-line distances and may not reflect the actual travel distance. </p>

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeview Bar and Bistro Loch Sport - ‬113 min drive
  • ‪Sanctuary Cafe - ‬113 min drive
  • ‪Loch Sport Fish N Chip Takeaway - ‬113 min drive
  • ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive
  • ‪Lochy Coffee - ‬112 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point

Upscale lodge with indoor pool and outdoor tennis court
Guests of Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point enjoy features like an indoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and free use of bicycles. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this beach lodge include a terrace and a garden.
Plasma TVs come with DVD players. Other standard amenities include kitchens, washing machines, and balconies or patios. Housekeeping is not available.
An outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the lodge. Other recreational amenities include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point?

Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point?

This lodge in Forge Creek is within a 10-minute walk of Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Is parking available on site at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point feature a casino?

No, Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point?

Yes, this lodge has an indoor pool.

Is Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point good for couples?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as an indoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.

Does Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point have a hot tub?

Yes, this lodge offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point though service animals are welcome.

Does Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point?

Yes, every guestroom at Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or garden views.

Waterfront Retreat At Wattle Point Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alisha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay but found the property to be very run down and needing alot of TLC. Staff were helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place to be for quiet, solitude, nature and comfort. Huge self contained lodge, very clean and fully equipped with everything you need. Only stayed two nights but could have stayed a week. Kangaroos were a bonus treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite lovely place to stay Loved the mineral spa
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, kids had an absolute blast. Accomodation was very clean and nice. We will be coming back

8/10 Good

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful nature and surrounds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been coming here for years clean, quiet and you can do lots of activities or nothing at all if you wish
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place to stay
Fantastic location. Peaceful surroundings which included a family of roos and rosellas as the daily visitors. The 2 bedroom accom. was spacious, comfortable with a great outlook.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Dianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great value for money, lovely setting, noce cabin. If your going in winter you may want to nring fan heater as bathroom is cold. We booked a spa cabin and didn’t get 1, dont understand why when we seem to be the only 1's staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022