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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wye River, VIC
  • Wye River Coastal Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Lorne Sea Baths
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Lorne Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kenmaure -A cosy retreat

Kenmaure is a completely renovated 2 bedrooom family home which comfortably accommodates 7 persons

From all windows you enjoy wonderful views of the beach,ocean and surrounding trees and colourful feathered friends as well as numerous Koalas.

You can relax under the covered verandah on comfy lounges with a book or watch the waves roll in.

This fully insulated house with double glazed windows allows you to indulge yourself in front of the wood heater even on non-beach days.

Kenmaure is an easy 5 minute walk to the beach, Pub , General store and Cafe

You can even dine al fresco on the patio or feed the birds when they visit.

The property is suitable for children . The property is pet friendly








BEDROOMS
Bedroom 1- 1 Queensized Bed.
Bedroom 2- 1 Queensized Bed, 1 Bunk Bed(sleeps 2)



RENTAL RATES effective 1st January 2019
Minimum Rental is 2 nights
INCLUDES Bed linen,sheets,towels and tea towels

Off Peak ( June- November)
Weekends- Fri and Sat nights $540
Week nights-2 nights $480
Holiday Long Weekends- $870
Easter -$1160
Melbourne Cup - $1160

Full week
Summer holidays- minimum 7 nights-$2730
All rates are based on a maximum of 4 persons.
Check in from 3pm, check out by 10.00am
Late Checkout may be available subject to bookings
Prices for extra adult= $25 per night.

Property manager

Maureen Nicholls

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Wye River

Located in Wye River, this holiday home is on a river. Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and Live Wire Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wye River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Wye River, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wye River Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kennet River Coastal Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Lorne Sea Baths - 16 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Lorne Beach - 26 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Erskine Falls - 27 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wye River Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kenmaure -A cosy retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kenmaure -A cosy retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kenmaure -A cosy retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Wye River Coastal Reserve and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Great Otway National Park. Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Carisbrook Creek are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wye weekend getaway

What a spectacular view… we loved our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Has everything you need

A great holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sharon

Amazing stay. Comfortable with excellent views!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful veiws

Property was well stocked with essentials needed. Clean & tidy. Short walk to the beach and beautiful views. Only downside was property is stated as pet friendly but back yard is not fenced. Also the front balcony has a lean which felt a bit unsafe.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy stay with a beautiful view

The accommodation was cosy & comfortable and we had a very relaxing stay. We were unsure of where the off street park was located.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

thumbs up!

very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family break

Fabulous ocean views and a quick walk to the beach, we had a fabulous few days of family time. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in wye!

Perfect location and an excellent outlook from the balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Emily & Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy little cottage

Cosy little cottage with a spectacular view of wye Beach and only a 5 minute walk down to the beach and the general store. Maureen was lovely and easy to deal with and flexible with our check-in time. A great spot for a little family get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a relaxed weekend away

Our family weekend away to catch up with friends was made all the better for staying here. Location is great with delightful sea views, the house is well presented with everything you need. The added bonus of being able to have our dog with us too was amazing. Thank you we hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Review

Cute and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JACQUI B., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful for the soul!

We had a wonderful stay, and were in daily awe of the view. The cottage is very conveniently situated, and you cannot move past the sound of the ocean and bird-life to rejuvenate the soul. Thank you Maureen for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view, cosy house

Thanks Maureen for letting us stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Kenmaure

We loved our stay at Kenmaure. Beautiful views. Authentic shack style from the past. Loved the photos on the walls from yesteryear. Suitable for the dogs we had with us. Lovely walks and close to everything :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma C., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely, old style holiday house

We stayed at Ken and Maureen's house for a long weekend with our two dogs and loved it. The house has been in Ken's family for 70 years and retains that basic, beach house vibe, but has been updated to be comfortable and cozy. It was a cold, wet weekend and the wood fire kept the whole house warm and it was great to hear the rain on the roof - we didn't use the outdoor spaces. The house overlooks the beach and is a short walk to the beach, shop and pub, and a less easy walk back up the hill, but most of Wye River is steep so that should be expected. Wye River was busy with families with young children and the beach is safe for swimming. Overall, we had a great weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Beautiful views of the Wye River beach and location for our family of four
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Northcote

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage fabulous view

This is a great house for a family of four. Very comfortable and with a terrific view of the beach. Close to everything. Well stocked with cooking gear and all the essentials and the Wye shop has everything you need. We had a lovely stay and host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic view

Classic beach house stay, the location is just a short walk to beach, cafe, pub and the views are amazing (dog loved the front verandah too).
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Nice weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

Amazing cozy little cottage, stunning views of the beach from all main windows. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homely with views

We felt at home at kenmaure. It’s compact but we’ll designed has everything we needed and beautiful views. The gate set up for our dog was great. Beds were comfortable too. Lovely family memories made here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

Great cosy house, beautiful views, short walk to beach/town. Thanks you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great pace to stay with amazing views

Great property for family’s with all ages of kids. Easy to get to an a great set up
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rose S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful holiday home.

Such a wonderful and cosy holiday home. Very warm and comfortable. Lovely views, and only a short walk to the beach and shop/pub. Our dog was very happy, and so were we.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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Hosted by Maureen Nicholls

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