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Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and large windows offering views of greenery.
A residential area with houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a stand, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV on a dresser, and a window with a view of the outside.
A single-story brick house with a well-maintained lawn, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a large window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Paynesville, VIC
  • Place, Lake Victoria
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Gilsenan Reserve
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Paynesville Maritime Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Paynesville

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

  • Lake Victoria - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Gilsenan Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Paynesville Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Main Beach - 41 min drive - 37.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fickle Fig - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Wharf Pavillion - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paynesville Wine Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ferry 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.

Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home

A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly family home with modern kitchen, secure garage (1 carspace) and north-facing courtyard that fills the open plan living room with natural light and warmth.

With easy walking distance to the centre of Paynesville, Raymond Island ferry, the magical sunset walking strip and swimming spots, ducted heating and reverse cycle air conditioner means year-round comfort whilst enjoying the natural beauty 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 expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a dining table.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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 welcomes pets
  • 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 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.
  • 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

Vrbo Property
Toonalook Retreat Paynesville VIC
2691-191919

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near 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 Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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.

Is Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

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?

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

Does Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home.

Toonalook Retreat: A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly home Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonja H.

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

Great spot close to the main street of Paynesville.

Easy to book, fantastic property manager who helped us straight away.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn D.

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

Relaxation plus

A very enjoyable stay - very clean - close to amenities - no need to even move the car!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Two thumbs up

Great house close to Main Street and lake. Everything you need for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glenda F.

Great place to holiday

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely place and location
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

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

Paynesville

Very clean , well designed house in convenient location
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Young J.

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

Delightful

Clean modern property within walking distance to the town centre. Very well supplied with everything you might need. Lovely fenced property to take our canine companion. Loved our stay in Paynesville - the town and the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kathy R.

Lovely place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a lovely clean home to stay in, the kitchen utensils were minimal but we made do compared to other properties we have stayed in.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

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

As listed

Great property as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brodie A.

Fantastic place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, clean & spacious. A nice lawn and outdoor space. Easy walk into town. Would love to stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Enjoyable break

A very nice property. Very spacious. Walk to shops and waterfront. Close to a walking track called sunset walk. Quite enjoyable. Walk to town for a coffee, cross the road and watch the action on the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JOHN P.

good stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice spacious home. Secure backyard for our dog. Easy walk to Paynesville's eateries and other shops. Worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim J.

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

Review

Very clean and functional , good location , but no wi fi connection available
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Raymond Island Friends

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our experience was excellent, we stayed in Paynesville in order to go back & forth to visit friends in Raymond Island.Everyone was very friendly & helpful & we had a dinner at Sardines which was excellent food & very professional service.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Waurn Ponds, NA

Great house great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a lovely 3 bedroom house, well looked after with everything you need.We had 4 adults and a baby, lots of space two driveways walking distance to a park, little beach and coffee shops as well as food.Only negative was only one extra roll of toilet paper for 4 adults was not enough
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nerelle L.

Toonalook Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the location and the house was lovely, it was warm and comforatable, yard was good for our pets. This house captured all the sun shining through the windows when we walked in,you could see all fingerprints on appliances and the floors looked a bit grubby. And although the toaster didn't work the lovely jam and fresh bread and warmth was a lovely touch.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Perfect Retreat on Toonalook

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Modern, super clean with everything you could need. Wifi would have been handy but better without on holiday. We spent a great six nights at this property such a lovely place which accepted our fur babies who were catered for in a well maintained private and secure outside area. Within walking distance to the beach and cafes we couldn't have asked for a more perfect property. Loved every minute and wish to come back asap! A big Thank You to Gippsland Lakes Escapes for your fantastic customer service, it is a pleasure to use your online booking system plus helpful professional face to face contact, you made our stay complete.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Business trip

Very clean private and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Enjoyed the stay, was all to short, house is very comfortable

Easy to rent, great location, very close to shops and water, highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

Toonalook Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, nice clean house with great backyard for our dog and having a BBQ. We really enjoyed our stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, was very clean & modern througout, just like pics. Was very accomadating for our family, especially the double garage space for our boats Walking distance to town, water/ boat ramp. Beds were very comfy, only very small issue was the light that came in the front bedroom at night from street lights. Air con in living area was great, ceiling fans in 2 bedrooms and a portable fan in the other room was definitely required for the hot humid days,as rooms were very warm, as air con doesnt reach master room. Was a comfortable stay though, we enjoyed out time there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

A guest from Hampton park, Vic

Unhappy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Not the best place I have stayed in, no wi-fi, barbecue was left in a dirty state, flies seem to get in from somewhere, the curtains did little to block out the morning sun and there was no view only noisey neighbours.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jillian H.

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

Home away from home

Fantastic family accommodation, with lots of very thoughtful details. From the padlock on the gate to secure the yard, to the mosquito coils that make sitting outside pleasant. Great location, handy to shops and great dog walks. Lovely, clean and practical.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

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

Great house

Great place, super clean and so close to everything. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Modern house in great location

Nice clean modern house walking distance from the lake and Main Street. However, the house does not have wi fi and the main bedroom has some challenges. The blinds are not closely fitted so the street light shines through and as it faces east, morning light filters through too. Also there is no door between the main bedroom and ensuite. Apart from these issues the house was nice and clean and well fitted.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

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

Fantastic well equipped home in a convenient location. Would definitely stay there again.

Excellent stay. Bread and jam and milk on arrival was a lovely touch. Wifi and better blinds in the master to block out the light should be considered
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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