Cost per night is for entire house which accommodates up to 6 people. Strictly limited to a maximum of 6 people including adults, children and infants.
Port Albert Waterview Retreat re-opened in October 2019 after extensive renovations and our guests love it.
The 3 bedroom Retreat is fully self-contained, sleeps 6 guests and is nestled in a quiet location fronting the Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park with uninterrupted views to Wilson's Prom. The house is modern, clean and very comfortable with leather couches and chairs.
Situated on half an acre of native garden and lawn, our fishing and boating guests enjoy plenty of room to park boats and cars with easy turning access inside the property as well as the close proximity to the boat ramp.
The Retreat has an attached self-contained Manager’s residence which may be occupied during your stay. You will of course have full access to the Retreat and property.
BEDROOMS There are 2 spacious queen bedrooms with water views and a 3rd bedroom with 2 single beds with a garden view.
KITCHEN The brand new luxury kitchen is fully equipped with all new quality appliances including Smeg gas stove top and electric oven, large fridge/freezer with ice maker, microwave and dishwasher, cooking utensils, and plenty of crockery and cutlery, 4 toast toaster, electric kettle. There is an Aldi coffee machine with pods supplied as well as a coffee plunger. We supply pantry items such as salt and pepper, oil, vinegar, sugar, tea, instant coffee, honey etc.
DECKS The front and back decks are ideal for barbeques with outdoor furniture and a hooded bbq. The back deck catches the morning sun and the front deck is a peaceful spot to sit and enjoy the beautiful natural view over the Nooramunga Marine & Coastal Park and watch the sunsets and bird life.
BATHROOM & TOILETS The modern luxury bathroom has a freestanding bath and separate shower with quality fixtures and fittings. The house has one inside toilet which is separate from the bathroom and one newly renovated outside toilet. Located through the carport.
LAUNDRY The laundry has a washing machine and laundry sink. There are 2 clotheslines - one undercover and one outdoors. There is a clothes airer located in a bedroom wardrobe.
HEATING There are panel heaters in each bedroom and a new Coonara wood heater (with fire guard for young families on request) in the living room with wood supplied for your use.
WIFI Free WiFi is offered to our guests with Netflix. There is a Smart TV and Bluetooth CD/radio player with a selection of CDs.
For golf enthusiasts, Yarram Golf Club has the number 1 community and volunteer maintained course in Australia. In just 20 minutes, you could be hitting off at the tee!
The local kangaroo community thrills our visitors at dusk and early morning by hopping along the walking trail which is right in front of the Retreat. And the bird life is abundant. This place is photographers’ and artists’ dream. Stargazers love viewing the night sky.
We are just a short stroll from the Port and close proximity to the boat ramp for our fishing guests.
To quote a recent guest who left this message on our Facebook page:
"Absolutely brilliant - from communication to the views, facilities and location. It was so serene there. The renovated bathroom was a winner and the scene from the windows were picturesque. Furnishings throughout the house were modern and clean and the photos and artwork on the walls added to the ambiance.
CLEANING We use professional local cleaning contractors who ensure that the Retreat is cleaned and sanitized in accordance with the Health Department guidelines.
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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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Port Albert
Located in Port Albert, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park and Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park National Heritage Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum and Yarram Memorial Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Memorial Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Port Albert Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Tarra-Bulga National Park - 37 min drive - 45.1 km
Restaurants
Victoria Hotel Alberton - 8 min drive
Port Albert Wharf Fish & Chips - 9 min walk
Customs House - 10 min walk
Wildfish - 8 min walk
VerSicilia Ristorante - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Port Albert Waterview Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Port Albert Waterview Retreat?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Albert Waterview Retreat on 15 May 2026 start from AU$234, 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 Port Albert Waterview Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Port Albert Waterview Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Port Albert Waterview Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Port Albert Waterview Retreat located?
This family-friendly Port Albert holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Memorial Park, Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum and Port Albert Wharf. Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved the waterfront retreat. The view was amazing, property was beautifully presented and the town was very quaint. A very enjoyable couple of days
Claire H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2025
Thank you for your great review of our Waterview Retreat at Port Albert. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you back again in the future.
Charla & Chris
Charla and Chris were fantastic hosts. Perfect location and would highly recommend.
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2022
Thank you James for your review. You were perfect guests! It was lovely to meet you and Chris. We hope you will return one and the weather is kinder.
Best wishes
Charla and Chris
We had a wonderful time staying at Charla and Chris’ beautiful retreat!
It was beautifully clean and very well maintained. It had everything we needed and only a quick stroll to the foreshore area where the kids loved the park.
I would definitely recommend this property if your looking for a nice weekend away.
Thanks for being such wonderful hosts
Fiona D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
Thank you very much Fiona for your Review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We pride ourselves on keeping the Retreat very clean and well maintained, giving our guests the best possible experience. We would love to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards, Charla & Chris
We enjoyed our stay. Charla welcomed us and we felt at home. The house was very clean and tidy. The area is peaceful.
Pauline A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2022
Pauline and family were delightful guests and we would certainly welcome them back any time. They were relectful of our property and were perfect guests.
Spacious, clean, well equipped, great views, space to hangout and helpful hosts. The 6 of us had an awesome holiday!
Ad W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
Thank you Ad for letting us know you had an awesome holiday at our Retreat. It’s great to hear that what we provide is helpful and useful to our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Charla & Chris
This property is spot on, no expense has been spired. Every room has a ceiling fan for the warmer weather. And a beautiful location. The host is very accommodating and helpful.
Thnk you for the great stay.
Gil D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you Gil for your kind Review. You and your friends were excellent guests and welcome back any time. We are so pleased you enjoyed our facilities and water views.
Charla & Chris
Archival
8/10 Good
KIM W.
13 Apr 2017
peaceful easy feeling
Acosy cottage in a quiet relaxed setting. Great place to escape from the rat race. Easy stroll into town for dinner and cosy openfire for a relaxed evening at "home" Thanks for the opportunity to relax.
KIM W.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
We are delighted that you had a restful and relaxing stay and hope you will return again Kim. Kind regards Charla and Chris
Charla and Chris are wonderful people and have created a sanctuary in Port Albert. We had a peaceful and relaxing time and highly recommend their place. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Michael A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you Michael and Donna. We wish you all the best with your travels in Australia and hope you come back to our “sanctuary” one day.
Magnificent view across the water to Wilsons Prom. Just lovely to be able to stay so close to water. Great house, very easy & functional, worked really well for a family group of adults. Loved the way the house sleeping areas can be closed off from the living areas. Kitchen is excellent. Fireplace was very efficient - kept us toasty warm - it was quite cold & rainy while we were there. Thank you for having plenty of wood on hand. Charla's welcoming touches were much appreciated especially the fresh sourdough bread.
Port Albert was very quiet, it's a great area for looking around. The Prom craft market in Foster was a nice day out. A very pretty area t spend time in.
Jan M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2022
Thank you Jan for leaving our Retreat so immaculate. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your great review. You are welcome back any time. We love to host you again.
Charla and Chris
We had an amazing stay. It is very apparent all the hard work that goes into the little touches to make this house so delightful. Charla had left some beautiful treats to enjoy for afternoon tea, the fire was stacked and ready to light and a house compendium and brochures about the area gave us all the information needed. My favorite thing about this house was the gorgeous views across the water from the lounge room and deck, we all felt instantly relaxed. The kitchen is well equipped, beds new and finished with soft linen and the back yard big enough for a kick of the footy. We will definitely be back ! Thank-you for a wonderful stay.
The family thoroughly enjoyed staying in the accommodation. The house was beautiful and clean and the hosts have made us feel very welcome. They provided us the list of places to visit and activities which helped us a lot in selecting the right activities for our family. Highly recommend!!!
Long overdue getaway, and the perfect spot to escape
After many failed attempts to plan a holiday, and all the cancellations due to the circumstances 2020 brought, myself and my partner were looking to escape out into nature, fresh air, beautiful sights.. and for my partner endless spots for fishing. Pictures provided did not do the property or the beautiful surroundings justice, we were blown away by how amazing and homely our stay was. The host Charla and her husband were equally as amazing and so accommodating, they provided all the information we were after and more. Couldn't recommend this stay enough and can't wait to book another stay in the future.
Naomie E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2021
Thank you for looking after our Retreat as your own. It was a pleasure hosting you Naomie and Dane. We are so happy that you loved our Retreat and your whole experience at Port Albert and surrounds. We look forward to welcoming you back again any time to do more exploring!
Cheers
Charla and Chris
It was a pleasure hosting you Dennise. You were perfect guests and left the Retreat in perfect order.
We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Charla and Chris Smith
Charla n Chris where wonderful host, the house was very clean n comfortable with all the comfort of home
Great views from all the rooms, we had a lot of fun with the games boards provided
Thanks again we’ll certainly be going back
Loved Port Albert
Marie Wheelers Hill
marie v.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
Thank you Marie for your excellent review. Since your stay, we have now added free Netflix and the kangaroos now hop past both in the mornings and at dusk to the delight of everyone. Hope to welcome you back again in the future. Cheers Charla and Chris
Beautiful house and awesome place for star gazing at night. Wery nice and welcome host. we would love to come back next time
Bao H.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2020
Thank you Bao and your family for respecting our Retreat. You left it very neat and tidy. We welcome you back again any time to Port Albert Waterview Retreat. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Charla and Chris
Although we booked this property with only a couple of days notice and Charla was not around we could not have had a better service. Charla was quick to respond to our request to book and a subsequent phone call ensured that all was ready for us on our arrival. Instructions were clear and accurate, a great help as we arrived in the dark! Charla was in constant touch to ensure that we had everything we needed and were happy with the property. The property was excellent and Charla had thought of everything so it was well equipped. The welcome box was a delight and the contents barely lasted the evening.
Oliver Y.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
We are so pleased you had such an enjoyable stay and appreciated what we have achieved with the renovations to the Retreat. You certainly took advantage of what our area has to offer, visiting Wilson’s Prom and exploring the local sites. You and your family are always welcome back any time you are visiting Australia. Safe travels to you and Hilary and family.
Our family spent 4 nights at the Waterview Retreat and had a wonderful time. The house is luxurious and very well equipped, with the most stunning views. It's such a peaceful location too and just a short walk from the centre of Port Albert. A great place to stay and explore the surrounding countryside.
Ann C.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
It was a pleasure hosting you and your family Ann. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay even though the weather was a challenge. Thank you for respecting our Retreat and leaving it as you found it. We hope to welcome you back again any time.
Charla and Chris
Archival
10/10 Excellent
BILL C.
22 Jan 2017
Serene cosy foreshore accommodation close to town.
Very comfortable and well appointed Retreat in easy location beside the foreshore, with serene views of the water and birdlife. Helpful hosts, and we would stay again.
BILL C.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Retreat and we look forward to welcoming you back again. Kind regards Charla and Chris