Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers
If you or a family member or loved one use a wheelchair or need other special accommodations, our two-bedroom Beluga and Despatch lodges are designed with special attention and care to make your stay easy, fun, and memorable.
These two lodges are suitable for up to four people and are wheelchair-accessible, with a separate parent’s/carer’s retreat that includes its own living area and ensuite bathroom with spa bath. This “retreat within a retreat” also has its own kitchenette and eating area.
The main area of the lodge offers a wheelchair-friendly bathroom with an open-plan shower and low vanity for easy access opposite a bedroom containing two single beds, which can be arranged to suit your needs.
These cozy lodges are located in a beautiful, tree-shaded bush area where you can relax on the large private deck and watch kangaroos, birds, and echidnas pass by. Your lodge includes everything you need for a peaceful, memorable stay, including TVs and DVD players, a fully equipped kitchen, a gas log fireplace, a large dining table, and a BBQ for outdoor cooking.
To allow an up-close and personal experience with local wildlife, we’ll have kangaroo and bird food available at your lodge. Waterfront Retreat offers a beautiful place to simply relax and enjoy nature, but there’s also plenty to do. Canoe, kayak, or fish on the Gippsland Lakes, or enjoy a soak in our outdoor spa bath or heated indoor pool.
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Load and start the dishwasher
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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
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About the area
Forge Creek
Forge Creek is home to this holiday home. Bairnsdale Golf Course and Loch Sport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and Paynesville Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 34 min drive - 20.4 km
Koala Trail - 38 min drive - 25.7 km
Getting around
Bairnsdale Station - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Lakeview Bar & Bistro - 113 min drive
LochSport Take-away Food - 114 min drive
Loch Sport Bakery - 115 min drive
Loch Sport Marina - 115 min drive
The Lamb Shack - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on 9 July 2026 start from AU$187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers located?
Situated in Forge Creek, this holiday home is steps away from Lake Victoria, Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Gippsland Lakes Escapes
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