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Pet friendly Riverside Retreat

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street view with electric gates for security
kitchen with coffee machine
fenced front yard on 1000sqm block
Private kitchen
living room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Barwon Heads, VIC
  • Place, Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Back deck shower

Outdoor shower

Common bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Front bedroom ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Guest room Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet friendly Riverside Retreat

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac just one house back from the beautiful mangroves of the Barwon River estuary, this modest French inspired cottage has recently been renovated keeping all of the original charm but integrating it with modern and luxurious style.

The kitchen and bathrooms have recently been renovated and are bright, airy and include modern appliances. The living, dining and 4th bedroom overlook a massive outdoor BBQ and entertaining area. All bedrooms are spacious and include built-in robes. Two of the 4 bedrooms have en-suites and the main bathroom, which includes a bath, services the other two bedrooms.

The house features split system air conditioning as well as hydronic-heating throughout. A double lock-up garage ensures vehicles can be stored securely.

The house is situated on a large 1000 square metre block with a beautiful fully-fenced cottage-style garden for you to relax in. There is ample room and plenty of shade for your family pets. The outdoor entertaining area is a feature of this property and the massive decked area features both open and undercover areas - perfect for a quiet and relaxing get-away.

Enjoy walks with the dogs along the Barwon estuary boardwalks or take a short drive to the designated dog beach just past the 13th beach lifesaving club. There are activities a-plenty in Barwon Heads as well as a thriving cafe and retail strip on Hitchcock Avenue - which is also within walking distance.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please report any damage we will be very appreciative and understanding as we understand that accidents happen.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Barwon Heads Golf Club and 13th Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Warbird Air Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Australian Skydive. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 25 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Bell's Beach - 29 min drive - 40.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Mex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Olive Pit - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet friendly Riverside Retreat pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat on 17 June 2026 start from AU$617, 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 Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly Riverside Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet friendly Riverside Retreat located?

This family-friendly Barwon Heads holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Frank Ellis Reserve Beach. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Barwon Heads Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house and great hosts. Great house for dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a lovely yard and BBQ area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Great for family weekend

Great stay at this beautiful house. Comfortable furnishings, pet friendly and so much space for all the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great family stay

Great house for a family stay or group of adults. Close to everything and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, large but cozy property perfect for our mid winter getaway. Fantastic well stocked kitchen, comfy lounge and great outdoor spaces. Kids enjoyed the table tennis when not surfing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Terrific accom

Very nice well appointed property suitable for family holiday
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house.

Thank you. Great place to stay for the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

A great place

Very well equipped house offering an easy and relaxed stay with excellent facilities including 4 good bedrooms and great living area and good heating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona M.

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

Perfect

Perfect location for our familybto enjoying our holiday . Lots of space for everyone and beautiful back garden for our dogs .
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TRUDI S.

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

Weekend stay

We had a wonderful weekend away. The home was bright, clean and very spacious, with 3 bathrooms and 4 very big bedrooms. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Will be back again!

Highly recommend - beautiful property and easy communication with the property manager. Fantastic location and reasonably priced. Next time we are looking to stay in the area we would happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

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

Pet friendly Riverside Retreat

Excellent, perfect setup for our small gathering to celebrate two boomers tying the knot. Many thanks, it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Happy relaxed Christmas

Great stay Everything very good and comfy.Thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Great house, well designed, great being able to bring along the dog!

We had a great stay. The house has good sized bedrooms, a really nice entertaining space/kitchen and a nice deck that catches the afternoon sun. Our whole family really enjoyed the space and loved hitting up different nearby beaches each day. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Great accommodation for extended family and pets

We found property to be spacious and clean with ample ensuites for 7 people. Outdoor area was great, plenty of room for BBQ which was clean . Appliances were all you needed and the best part was the coffee machine. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janiene D.

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

Golfing Getaway

Had an amazing time at the house & it was everything that we had expected when viewed details of property online... Property Manager was always quick to reply to any of our queries & would certainly recommend it to anyone visiting the area & we would certainly return again next year
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

Indoor Outdoor Relaxed Stay

A very pleasant weekend away in Barwon heads. The property presently excellently, comfortably warm, clean, spacious, all the modern conveniences, great coffee machine and a wonderful fireplace. All we needed for an enjoyable family weekend away where the inclement weather was hardly a factor. Pet friendly was a big tick, thank you. Would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

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

Barwon Heads Riverside Retreat

The property was everything as promised. In a great location and very clean. Everything was in the house that you needed for your stay. It has a very private backyard and fully fenced for your dog. My family and I has a lovely 2 night stay. We loved the house and the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Family get away

This is a Perfect location for a family with young children and dogs. Very private, picturesque road. Property felt safe with the electric gate and fencing. Kitchen was well equipped. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Very comfortable house

Lovely feeling of space in all rooms and especially living area, very clean Great outdoor table and chairs Excellent kitchen Security screen doors would be good especially in hot weather Overall an excellent house for a getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

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

Highly recommend

Beautiful property in a quiet location. More spacious than photos suggest. Owner responded quickly to inquiries during our stay and was very helpful. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Weekend Getaway

Perfection. The house was perfect. The yard was perfect and the location was perfect. We would certainly use this property again the next time we return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Property review

Generous property that is well equipped. Lovely to have sheets and towels provided!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Perfect short stay

Property was as described and depicted in photos. It was the perfect short stay for my husband and I and our elderly dog. We appreciated the open plan kitchen and lounge, quality appliances, ammenities and decor. Our dog enjoyed wandering safely around outside in the pleasant and secure front and back yard and snoozing under the big shade tree adjacent to a very comfortable deck and barbecue area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena H.

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

Perfect, say no more

A little late to leave a review but cannot fault this property or the communication we had with the Property Manager. A wonderful home, our puppy adored the open, secure space, and we really loved our stay. Thankyou!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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