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Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Raymond Island, Victoria
  • Koala Trail
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Paynesville Maritime Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Bairnsdale, VIC (BSJ)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard

Located within walking distance to the Raymond Island Ferry, this holiday home provides fantastic access to all of Raymond Island and Paynesville village. Enjoy a short walk to a family-friendly, sheltered cove that is perfect for paddling, follow the meandering boardwalk along the lakefront, or try a spot of sightseeing for koalas along the Koala Trail at the end of the road.

Just 800 m from the main esplanade of Paynesville, the property boasts a fully equipped kitchen, tasteful modern furnishings, an open living area, 2 private bedrooms and bathrooms, along with access to a jetty berth for those planning to get out on the lakes.  

Enjoy a BBQ get-together in the spacious backyard with an undercover eating area, or enjoy watching a movie by the indoor fireplace (BYO Wood). It’s the perfect getaway in all seasons.

Property manager

Gippsland Lakes Escapes
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
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

About the area

Raymond Island

Raymond Island is home to this holiday home. Bairnsdale Golf Course and Metung Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Paynesville Maritime Museum and Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre.
Map
Raymond Island, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Koala Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Paynesville Maritime Museum - 16 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Metung Hot Springs - 40 min drive - 46.7 km

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Pub Paynesville - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Paynesville Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fickle Fig Licenced Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alma's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Watch Koalas and Roos right from your backyard located?

Situated in Raymond Island, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Koala Trail, Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Lake Victoria. Paynesville Maritime Museum and Lake King are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters trip
The home was fantastic just perfect for us
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jalin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent, quiet and nice surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Great location , recently renovated .
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ian & Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island life amongst the koalas
House accurately described with modern comfortable amenities. Backing onto nature reserve but unable to sit outside due to excessive mosquito activity. Mosquitoes bad inside upon arrival and no insect spray provided. First purchase from mainland next day! Unfortunately this did impact on our enjoyment of the property. Very safe enclosed garden for our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

scott r.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great house
Problem with automated key delivery system meant 3/4 hr of worry Fixed by friendly staff in the end once they came back on site thankfully No Email of instructions sent as per protocol Otherwise good
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Irvine, NA

Highly Recommended
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 home is beautifully and simply appointed. The interior is clean and fresh. The amenities and location are wonderful, just a short walk to the lakefront, and the ferry. Surrounded by bushland, we were visited daily by koalas and kangaroos joined us for breakfast!
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10/10 Excellent

Brett L.

A good value 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: Koala Songs is a well laid out light-filled house with lots of views. Kitchen design is good, with induction cooktop. We had our small dog and both the front and back yards are very secure even for a Jack Russell sized dog, which is great because several "dog-friendly" houses we've stayed in do not have a secure yard for the smaller dog. The back yard is great to relax in. The koala area of the island is just a short stroll and the ferry is not too far.
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10/10 Excellent

Vickie C.

Wildlife experience
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: A lovely comfortable home, very clean. We saw lots of wildlife from our backyard. Great location, easy to find, walking distance to the ferry terminal.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Placido R.

Great experience
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: The property was exactly as advertised, clean and well-maintained. The check in/out process was very smooth and customer friendly. Regarding activities and attractions offered by Raymond Island, everything was in line with the expected full immersion in an outstanding natural context. The only note is the absolute absence of shops in the island. Maybe a coffee shop or a small grocery would improve the overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

A lovely place to have a break
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: Great property design, plenty of space and little extras available. The island is a top location and the ferry adds to the fun. loads of trails and lanes right on the door step. Even when the lakes area is busy with crowds this place is very quiet and peaceful
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8/10 Good

Brett L.

Secluded postion
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house has been freshly renovated and fitted out. Good points, the renovation, the rear outlook, the big TV. We found the bed very firm and there was nowhere near enough cutlery and no baking dishes.
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8/10 Good

A guest from , NA

Perfect little package
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: This cute little house was equipped with all of our needs and with its obvious renovation, it was also modern and very cosy
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10/10 Excellent

Frederic L.

Koalas Songs
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: Excellent rental in close vicinity of the ferry and the Koala trail where we discovered ten's of koalas. This is a great place to visit. The rental is just beautiful, clean and newly refurbished. A place to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Simon S.

Peace and quiet and koalas and kangaroos
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: My family loves the tranquility and unspoiled natural environment of Raymond Island, and have visited it for several years. We always book our accommodation through Gippsland Lake Escapes, and have never been disappointed with the quality of the various houses we have stayed in on the island.This time we spent a long Easter weekend at Koalas Song, a very nice renovated house in a quiet back street backing on to bushland and fields, and only 5 minutes walk to the ferry across to Paynesville. The weather was chilly but the wood burning stove kept us nice and warm.

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