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BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks

Riverside holiday home in Barwon Heads with kitchen

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8-10 Seat Dining Table
Open plan Living, Dining and Kitchen Area
Fully equipped Kitchen
Main Bedroom with Queen Bed, Ensuite and Walk-in Robe
Front Living Area with 50 inch TV and  Netflix

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Barwon Heads Golf Club
  • Place, 13th Beach Golf Links
  • Place, Adventure Park Geelong
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks

Tucked away on a peaceful, tree-lined street in Barwon Heads, this charming coastal retreat offers a serene escape just moments from the Barwon River. Surrounded by native flora and only a short stroll from the boat ramp and fishing spots, the home enjoys a tranquil setting ideal for those looking to reconnect with nature and enjoy a slower pace. The location offers both seclusion and convenience—within easy reach of the village centre and pristine beaches, yet quiet enough to hear birdsong in the mornings.

The home’s newly renovated interior blends modern design with everyday comfort. Thoughtfully designed living spaces are bathed in natural light, creating an uplifting and calming atmosphere throughout. Two distinct lounge areas provide ample room for family connection or quiet retreat, each equipped with 50 inch flat-screen TVs and Netflix for relaxed evenings in. The stylish kitchen, featuring Caesarstone benchtops and quality appliances, is well-equipped for preparing everything from leisurely breakfasts to beachside picnics.

With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, the home is well-suited for families or couples seeking a laid-back getaway. The primary bedroom offers privacy with a walk-in robe and ensuite, while the second queen bedroom and a third bedroom with two bunks and a timber cot makes it easy to accommodate guests of all ages. The house sleeps 8 guests plus 1 infant.

Outdoors, the large secure yard faces north and is an ideal space for children, pets, or afternoon barbecues under the sun. The alfresco area invites relaxed outdoor dining, while a pair of kayaks—complete with adult and child life vests—encourage exploration of the nearby river. Pet lovers will appreciate the secure fencing and pet-friendly policy, making it a truly inclusive space for all members of the family.

The town of Barwon Heads is beloved for its natural beauty and small-town charm. From scenic coastal trails and surf beaches to a renowned golf course and vibrant local cafes, the area invites discovery and leisure in equal measure. Whether you’re paddling along the river, watching the waves roll in, or browsing boutiques in the village, every day presents a new way to unwind. This welcoming home serves as a perfect base to enjoy it all—peacefully, comfortably, and with ease.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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: limit 2 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is on a river. Warbird Air Adventures and Bellarine Adventure Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Mill Markets. Travelling with kids? Consider Adventure Park Geelong and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. With kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Raffs Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ocean Grove Beach - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • 13th Beach Golf Links - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 21 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Park - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Barwon Ebb & Flow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪River Mouth - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Groove Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BARWON ABODE - BARWON HEADS Coastal Getaway with Spacious Yard and Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Barwon Heads holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Barwon Heads Golf Club. 13th Beach and Raffs Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josie & Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean and close to everything.Secure yard was fantastic for people travelling with pets
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house nice & clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place to stay - the bed with the ensuite is a bit firmer than the one down the end, but very nice and comfortable. heating was perfect. kitchen was great too. yard is nice and enclosed. quiet location. we all said we would stay again when visiting that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nerida M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barwon Abode has a beautiful coastal ambience- sunny outlook in a quiet and private street. Excellent back yard for my Labrador. I appreciated the quality bedding and towels. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Awesome property

We loved our stay, it had everything we needed to make it a great holiday location. We recommend this property to everyone who wants an awesome getaway in Barwon Heads
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

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

Another great holiday at Barwon Abode!

This is one of our favourite Barwon stays. Can't fault it. We'll be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

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

Great river side getaway

We had an awesome stay. The house was very comfortable and warm. Perfect for a family get away. Excellent kitchen and comfy beds. we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Fantastic

Absolutely fantastic home to stay in. A great outdoor area and the home was so clean, with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philomena D.

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

Loved our stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Barwon Abode. The house was spotless, beautifully presented and well equipped. It's in a quiet area near the river and a good walk to the main street. It has a great layout and would suit two families easily. The yard was secure and our dog loved running around it. Would definitely recommend and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry P.

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

Happy in Barwon Heads

We were very happy with our accommodation. Plenty of room. Very clean and comfortable. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Great Property!

Very clean and spacious! Well-outfitted and in a lovely neighborhood. Timely and friendly communication from property owner. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great for Golf

Stayed at the property for a few days whilst watching the Vic Open Golf. Had a great time. House had a relaxed coastal vibe. Loved it!! Would come back again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia R.

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

Lovely house in a great spot

We had a fantastic time at Barwon Abode. The house was clean and well appointed. Beds super comfy and kitchen had everything we needed. Plenty of space for dogs to run around outside. Our biggest highlight though were the sea kayaks! We took them out paddling on the river / lake reserve and the surf beach. Thanks so much for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alli W.

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

Outstanding family & pet friendly property

15 Wattlebird Cres is such an easy property to stay at. Outstanding floor plan for a large group. Single level makes for easy indoor/outdoor living. Super quiet. Shady for hot days. Heaps of parking. Comfy beds & 2 living rooms!!!!! Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania M.

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

Great dog friendly stay

Property was clean and as advertised. Enclosed yard for dogs, and polished concrete floors in living area great for dogs. Comfortable bed and couches, wifi and Netflix a bonus. Well equipped kitchen. Quiet location (except for the 7am wake-up from construction a couple of houses down, at no fault of this property owner) walking distance to a trail along the river. Owner was responsive to questions and check in was easy. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen M., Mount Waverley, VIC

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

Bright, Fresh and Sunny

We loved this property. Everything was clean, unstained and fairly new. Good leather couches, nice decorator finishes. You can't beat all white. The oven and other appliances were simple to use. We were very happy here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quite street, a 5-minute walk to the riverside trail, and only a 5–10 minute drive to supermarkets and restaurants. The room provided all the basic essentials, and the clean backyard was very dog-friendly.We would choose this house again if we vacation there next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Cozy & spotless

Being all on one level was great for my elderly mum and easy to keep the dog contained! On arrival, the house was immaculately clean!Furnishings are comfortable and contemporary, kitchen is well appointed and a joy to cook in, with a huge island bench, and open plan living/dining. Beds were extremely cozy, with lovely thick doonas to keep us warm on this icy weekend. Luxurious towels in the bathrooms, with extra if needed. The yard is very big and my dog enjoyed sniffing and running around, lovely views to the yard from all living areas. Whilst the property is pet friendly, there is no separation between front & back, so a little tricky keeping the dog in whilst getting out of the gates, but we managed!Overall, a fantastic place for a mini break!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

vivi m.

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

Weekend away

Neat and clean with everything you need for a few nights away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

diane l.

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

Easter in Barwon

Easter break with our family and friends was perfect at Barwon Abode. With comfy beds, fully functioning kitchen, 2 lounge areas and great garden for our pooch. Thanks Kelly we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie B.

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

Great location and residence

Great location, large backyard, spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa G.

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

Great stay

Lovely house, well appointed, very welcoming and everything as described thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

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

Leah

The fit out was perfect and immaculate, bedding gorgeous everything was terrific apart from the BBQ wasn’t clean but that wasn’t the fault of the owner who offered someone to clean it for us ASAP. Wonderful stay and will do it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

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

Perfect family getaway

Beautiful property, great location. Perfect for the family to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin B.

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

Would recommend

Nice home in quiet location near the River. Really enjoyed our stay, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Leonard

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