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Yaringa - Retreat in the trees

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and vegetation.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a painting, and a window.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, two bedside tables with lamps, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.
A bunk bed with a geometric patterned bedspread, a window with a view of trees, and a gray carpeted floor.
A bunk bed room with a desk and chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a wall with a geometric art piece.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Great Otway National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Kennett River, VIC
  • Place, Great Otway National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennet River Coastal Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Kennet River Coastal Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Kennett River

Kennett River is home to this holiday home. 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. With surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Kennett River, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Otway National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Otway National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kennet River Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Kennet River Coastal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye River General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The General - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wye General Store - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Yaringa - Retreat in the trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees on 9 Nov 2026 start from AU$3,373, 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 Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Yaringa - Retreat in the trees?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Yaringa - Retreat in the trees located?

Situated in Kennett River, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kennet River Coastal Reserve, Great Otway National Park and Great Otway National Park. Wye River Coastal Reserve and Carisbrook Creek are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Lovely views of ocean and close go beach

Lovely location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2020
We stand by the quality of our house and disagree with the star rating in this review. We have 7 five star reviews on this platform and 60 five star reviews on Airbnb as we have had many very happy guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great Yaringa stay

Thanks to the hosts again for a lovely stay. No shortage of beautiful views, wildlife (koalas, king parrots and glow worms). Such a great vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yaringa - A magical place

Yaringa has got it all - Beautiful views, spacious areas and an overall relaxed feel to enjoy a family holiday. There were impromptu wildlife moments everyday with resident Koalas, Cockatoos and Lorakeets coming to visit. The beach is only a skip away whilst the Grey River Glow worms are a short drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

Great girls weekend. The house was comfortable - the deck was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kennett River

Lovely house in a great hillside location. Beds were comfortable and house was well equipped Saw a kangaroo in our front garden and a koala in a tree nearby. No wifi however we managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Yaringa

Lovely house in the trees .Clean and comfy with everything we needed.Found the listing confusing thought there was only one bunk bed.Teenagers we’re very happy there was no sharing.Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Lovely spot with a great view. House had everything you could need. Will definately stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kennett River Beauty

Great house, very comfortable, clean and beautiful views. Perfect for a small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise in The Trees

Yaringa’s views are breathtaking! The house is very clean, with comfortable beds, multiple verandahs, perfectly equipped kitchen and a relaxing lounge with log fire. Yaringa was perfect for our family holiday; we can’t wait to stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely accommodation

quite easy to find, lovely area, clean accommodation, ​and perfect for holidays.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great setting, great set up.

Loved the place. So peaceful. Pantry had all the basics which was really appreciated. Beds were comfy and the view from all main rooms was so lovely. The only thing I’d say is the railing on the balcony is not suitable for small kids who are not yet spacially aware. It’s a long drop to the bottom and a crawling baby could fit through. Not a problem for the older toddler we had with us. Would come back for sure.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pure paradise

Thankyou Leanne for your hospitality, you wer so lovely to correspond with and very helpful.. we had a family getaway, that was hands down the best break we’ve ever had due to the magnificent house with water views, it made my yoga practice so easy... it was so tranquil , koalas in the trees, kangaroos on the lawn, a short walk to the surf...positively perfect ... Thankyou 🙏🏼
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous. Great view. Amongst the trees.

Comfy beds. All equipment needed. Thoughtful books and kids games. And free to air TV!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

beautiful view and property

This property is good condition and exceeded expectations when it came to comfort and the view. The perfect place to relax for a weekend or unwind after a long hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great - lovely stay

Great place to stay - quiet, lovely views, comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent property

Had such a good time with spectacular views and scenery.
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