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River House - idyllic riverside and beach location

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

River House - idyllic riverside and beach location

River House is a large multilevel family home in an idyllic riverside setting and beside the beach. The large block adjoins the Kennett River reserve and nature walking track - with a path leading directly along the river to the beach in 3 minutes (250m), and in the other direction into the Great Otway National Park. Abundant birdlife and wildlife surround the property, including kangaroos and koalas.

Enter into the open plan kitchen and dining area, featuring an abundance of natural light streaming in through the floor to ceiling windows with a view to the river and bushland. The kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances, induction cooktop, fridge with water dispenser, Nespresso coffee machine, soda stream and walk in pantry. Gather for a family meal all together around the 10 seater timber table, or out on the deck dining setting. This living area has comfy couches, wall mounted Smart TV, Sonos sound system, Foxtel, along with a wood fire for added warmth and ambiance. Sliding doors lead onto the wrap around deck area featuring an 8 person hot tub overlooking the river and bushland. There is also a large Beefeater BBQ, outdoor couches and shade.

This main level houses a king bedroom with dual access ensuite bathroom, and full laundry with washing machine and dryer.

Upstairs is a parents retreat top floor, with beautiful views of the ocean, river and bushland. Featuring a king sized bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, and walk in wardrobe.

Downstairs from the main level is a great family space for kids, with a second living area with comfy couches and TV, 2 bedrooms each with excellent quality tri-bunk beds in queen size on the bottom and a king single size on the top and all with high quality mattresses. This level is serviced with a large bathroom with a bath, shower and separate toilet.

Also on the property is a games shed with table tennis table, and adjoining lawn area suitable for ball games.

Contemporary styling, furnishings and artwork gives a warm homely feel throughout. All beds have high quality mattresses, including the bunk beds. Unlimited WiFi is available throughout the house, with extended boxes on the various levels to boost the signal and provide high speed. All linen and towels are provided - you just need to bring beach towels for use at the beach or spa. There is an outdoor hot & cold shower for use coming back from the beach to wash the sand and salt off. Due to the location and surrounding wildlife (kangaroos & koalas), the property is not pet friendly.

River House is a perfect mix of beach and bush - with the river on one side and the sea on the other - it makes a great base and location for a range of outdoor activities. It is also an excellent base for relaxing in the various living areas at the house and enjoying the views and serenity. Kennett River has a small takeaway cafe, or it's a 5 minute drive (or 5km walk) to Wye River which has the Wye General Cafe and convenience store, along with the Wye Beach Hotel. From Kennett River, is is a 25 minute drive to the large town of Apollo Bay for Supermarkets, fuel station, restaurants, cafes, fresh fish sales, shopping.

Pets
Sorry, this is NOT a pet friendly property.

Pricing & Bedrooms
The initial rate is for up to 4 people, using the 2 bedrooms (2 x king beds) on the main and upper levels.
If you are 4 people needing more than two beds or bedrooms, you will need to select the amount of guests based on beds/bedrooms required.
Due to the house size and layout, it can be booked for up to 4 people (2 couples) as just the main level with king bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living, dining, hot tub and deck, laundry, and upstairs king bedroom with ensuite. To have access to the downstairs area, which contains two further bedrooms, a second living area and a third bathroom, a minimum rate of 5 people applies.
All pricing is based on the amount of guests staying, and beds/bedrooms used. Please ensure you book for the correct amount of guests, and confirm how many beds/bedrooms you will be requiring during your stay, so that we have accurate booking information prior to your arrival.

Important:
No Parties or events
No smoking
Quiet hours between 10pm - 7am

Property manager

Sea Houses

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

173_17

About the area

Map
Kennett River, VIC

What's nearby

  • Kennet River Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Wye River Coastal Reserve - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Kennet River Koala Walk - 20 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 24 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye River Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River House - idyllic riverside and beach location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River House - idyllic riverside and beach location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River House - idyllic riverside and beach location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River House - idyllic riverside and beach location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kennett River holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Carisbrook Creek and Sugarloaf - San Jose Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

River House - idyllic riverside and beach location Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time Out
Wonderful place to chill out and relax. The perfect escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property
Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023