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Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Water view

Explore the area

Map
Aireys Inlet, VIC
  • Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Split Point Lighthouse
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Anglesea Surf Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

Its right on the river and just a short stroll to the beach, shops and cafes. It is modern with private ensuite and an excellent outlook at a very competitive price.

The accommodation includes:
*kitchen
*lounge/bedroom
*tv/dvd
*queen bed
*reverse cycle air conditioning/heating
*microwave/cooktop
*outdoor furniture
*bbq
*all linen and towels provided

XMAS/BIRTHDAY/GIFT VOUCHERS available

Enjoy the newly opened lighthouse, bush, beach and cliff top walks, paddle on the river, horse riding and mountain biking at your fingertips. Its a beautiful part of nature here and such a great part of the Great Ocean Rd. Nearby is the town of Lorne famous for its waterfalls and cafe strip.

Why this retreat was built and how to get there.

Owner/manager of A River Bed, Wendy, holidayed in the area as a child and,
loving the memories, moved here in 1997. While working in the Tourism/Accommodation industry for many years, saw a need
for modern self contained 'couple' accommodation. So created A River Bed, studio for 2.

Directions:

Take the Princes Highway from Melbourne, through Geelong and follow the signs to the Great Ocean Road. Drive through Anglesea and continue on to Aireys Inlet. Aireys is a tranquil seaside resort on the beautiful southern coast of Victoria.
When you enter the town of Aireys Inlet, drive past the shops on the left and the hotel on the right. Down the hill and, at the bottom, turn right into Bambra Road then left into River Road, left again into River Reserve Road. Second on the left, you'll see your car space at the front of the studio.

Location and what's nearby

A River Bed is close to Lorne, Anglesea, Torquay and the Otways but right on the Great Ocean Road and Surfcoast. Its so handy for day trips and a perfect base for your holiday or simply a weekend or overnight getaway.

Property manager

Wendy Lowes
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aireys Inlet

Located in Aireys Inlet, this apartment is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Great Otway National Park and Aireys Inlet Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary and Coogoorah Park. Lorne Sea Baths and Point Addis Marine National Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Aireys Inlet, VIC

What's nearby

  • Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Split Point Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lighthouse Discovery Trail Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Eco Logic - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anglesea Surf Beach - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Winchelsea Station - 52 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aireys Inlet Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Four Kings Apartments - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aireys Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A La Grecque - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rose Chinese Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. located?

Situated in Aireys Inlet, this golf apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead, Table Rock Beach and Split Point Lighthouse. Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary and Lighthouse Discovery Trail Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, spacious, clean and excellent location opposite the river.
Able to book at very short notice. Love the location and spent time with family staying at another rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location
Such a great location with so many walking options - beaches, lighthouse and local eateries. I enjoyed overlooking the creek opposite for its birdlife and occasional kayaker. The property was well presented and clean with basic cooking facilities. I spent a few days here on my own and felt very safe and comfortable. I’d be happy to stay here again to enjoy this beautiful area.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So comfortable and in a beautiful spot. Lovely view. Close to great cafe, pub and great walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and perfect for single/couples
The property was perfect for what I needed. Clean, comfortable and Wendy was a pleasure to deal with. My experience from seamless end to end. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River bed
What a lovely place to stay. Comfortable, simple and clean. Thanks ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
DM
Great stay, very clean well appointed. Quiet position with beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Beautiful property in a very nice neighborhood ..we whished we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The studio accomodation and location suited our needs perfectly for the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable. Quiet and peacefull location. Walking distance to shops and beaches.
The property was very clean and ideal for couple or single person stay. Had all amenities available for stay. Have stayed here previously and plan to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

ANNE D.

Very cosy!
A beautiful little place to stay, nice and quiet along the river!

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Airy's Inlet studio unit by the river
Quiet location close within walking distance to surf beaches, places of interest and other amenities. Wendy has provided a very clean modern Studio unit. The exterior surrounds are well maintained too which all made our stay very enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet location by the river. Comfortable bed, lots of hot water, well equipped. There was an issue with cleanliness. A dirty towel was left in the bathroom and the kitchen hadn’t been cleaned properly but the manager was very good and we reached a solution.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
The studio was perfect for a couple. Clean and comfortable, with its lovely river location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Peaceful Location
We loved the quiet peaceful location right on the lake. The apartment was comfortable, however a little sparsely set up e.g. no shampoo or facial tissues. Otherwise, a really gorgeous place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet studio by river
Loved this quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

DONNA T.

Fantastic
Very quiet spot. Fantastic weekend getaway for a couple.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic getaway
A quaint cottage situated in an idyllic location. A peaceful outlook to the river. Convenient location to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful retreat
We had a lovely restful time in this beautiful studio with wonderful river views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it !
Tv was much better than the photo. We had a great time, amazing location & Wendy treated us well! Beautiful property and amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

boon c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet spot to relax
Clean, quiet, tranquil. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short and sweet
My partner and I wanted a get away and could not have found a more cosy and sweet place to stay, from the understanding of the host to the cleanliness of the studio and easy to follow instructions we cannot recommend this place more. On a quiet stretch of road next to a lovely river, it was the perfect place to base ourselves as we travelled around the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
We enjoyed the stay very much. It was very clean, the owner was uncomplicated. Morning run along the beach, nice breakfast café close by. Large front facing windows give a beautiful view over the water (not sure what type of waterway it is, but it really is as nice as in the photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio apartment in Airey's Inlet
A very comfortable studio apartment with plenty of room for two people. Overlooks the river, plenty of bird life and very quiet. Good heating and dedicated kitchen area. Perfect for a restful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
Pleasant river view. Not close enough to walk everywhere, but only a short drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfortable location
I stayed here for a night before going down the Great Ocean Road. The studio was very clean and comfortable and it is in a peaceful and quiet location on the creek. The studio was well equipped for a short stay and owner Wendy was helpful for accessing the property. The lighthouse up the road was a great highlight nearby. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Lowes

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I built the studio specifically. Owner/manager of A River Bed, Wendy, holidayed in the area as a child and,
loving the memories, moved here in 1997. While working in the Tourism/Accommodation industry for many years, saw a need
for modern self contained 'couple' accommodation. So created A River Bed, studio for 2

Why they chose this property

It is unique, special and in a fantastic location. Read my reviews will confirm this.

What makes this property unique

Walk everywhere in town, you won't need the car.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests