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The Yellow Fish: Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location

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A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden entertainment unit, a green sofa, and a yellow accent piece.
A single-story brick house with a garage, a well-maintained lawn, and a hedge.
A hallway with a wooden console table, a mirror, and decorative items.
Dining
An outdoor patio with a grill, seating area, and a sliding glass door leading to an indoor space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Paynesville, Victoria
  • Place, Paynesville Maritime Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Victoria
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake King
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Paynesville

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Paynesville Maritime Museum and Lake Victoria. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fenced private yard, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Paynesville Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Victoria - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Gilsenan Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lake King - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishermans Wharf Pavillion - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Pub Payensville - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paynesville Fish and Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Koala Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Yellow Fish: Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location

The Yellow Fish is a bright and welcoming 3-bedroom coastal retreat, perfectly positioned just a short stroll from the Paynesville foreshore, scenic walking tracks, local cafes and the Raymond Island ferry. Designed for easy family holidays and relaxed getaways, this charming home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and offers a warm, modern feel throughout.

With two inviting living areas, there’s plenty of room for everyone to unwind – enjoy movie nights, curl up with a book, or simply relax after a day exploring the Gippsland Lakes. The open-plan layout flows seamlessly into the outdoor sitting area, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or evening drink while soaking in the peaceful atmosphere.

Comfort is taken care of year-round with reverse cycle air-conditioning, central heating and WiFi, plus all linen is included to make your stay stress-free. Families are well catered for, and the fully fenced outdoor area means children can play safely.

Located in a quiet street yet close to everything Paynesville offers, The Yellow Fish provides both convenience and comfort. With driveway and off-street parking available, there’s room to bring the boat or explore the lakes with ease.

Whether you’re escaping for a family holiday, a couples’ retreat, or a laid-back lakeside break, The Yellow Fish is the perfect base to enjoy the beauty and adventure of the Gippsland Lakes.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
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 welcomes pets
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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: 4:00 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

2691-277729

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Paynesville is within a 10-minute walk of Paynesville Maritime Museum and Lake Victoria. You'll also find Koala Trail and Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location have a hot tub?

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 for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location have connecting rooms available?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location.

The Yellow Fish: Tranquil Escape in a Prime Paynesville Location Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic position within Paynesville; a very short walk to shops & cafes. Lovely home with everything you need for a comfortable stay which also accommodated our small dog. Definitely keeping this property on our future visit list
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, the house was very clean and had everything you would need. The location was perfect, it was within walking distance to restaurants, shops etc. We would highly recommend this holiday home and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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