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River House - idyllic riverside and beach location

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Dining
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kennett River, VIC
  • Kennet River Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wye River Coastal Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Kennet River Koala Walk
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

The house is over 3 levels in total. The lower 3rd level is locked unless booked for.
To have access to the downstairs area, which contains two bedrooms, the second living area and a third bathroom, a minimum rate of the 5 person rate applies.

The 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, events or gatherings of excess people
No smoking, vaping or illegal activity
Quiet hours between 10pm - 8am

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Amenities

Hot tub
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kennett River

Located in Kennett River, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Great Ocean Road Waterfront are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One small improvement
Was great except are pretty sure the spa filters had not been cleaned. We managed to clean them and dose spa and it was much better. Also some dishwasher tablets would have been useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property
Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

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