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10/10 Excellent
Connie F.
17 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Connie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Entire home
Premium water views in Paynesville looking across McMillans Strait
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Paynesville, VIC
- Lake VictoriaPlace, Lake Victoria2 min walk
- Lake KingPlace, Lake King3 min walk
- Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes ReservePlace, Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve12 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Premium water views in Paynesville looking across McMillans Strait
^Céad Míle Fáilte” a hundred thousand welcomes in Irish Gaelic, traditional Irish greeting.
Welcome to Dun Ri, a spacious lakeside retreat on Fort King Island, Paynesville. Inspired by Irish Gaelic design, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sleeps up to 9 guests and is perfect for families or groups.
Enjoy stunning waterfront views from the living room, two generous living areas, two dining spaces, and two outdoor zones — including a deck and undercover area. Pet-friendly with two fully enclosed spaces for your furry friends to roam safely.
Launch a kayak from the shore (no jetty), cozy up by the fireplace (BYO wood), or explore nearby shops, cafés, and walking trails. Dun Ri offers space, charm, and some of the best views in Paynesville.
Welcome to Dun Ri, a spacious lakeside retreat on Fort King Island, Paynesville. Inspired by Irish Gaelic design, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sleeps up to 9 guests and is perfect for families or groups.
Enjoy stunning waterfront views from the living room, two generous living areas, two dining spaces, and two outdoor zones — including a deck and undercover area. Pet-friendly with two fully enclosed spaces for your furry friends to roam safely.
Launch a kayak from the shore (no jetty), cozy up by the fireplace (BYO wood), or explore nearby shops, cafés, and walking trails. Dun Ri offers space, charm, and some of the best views in Paynesville.
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About the area
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Paynesville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Eagle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve, while Paynesville Maritime Museum and Nicholson St. Gallery are cultural highlights.
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What's nearby
- Lake Victoria - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Lake King - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
- Main Beach - 42 min drive - 60.8 km
Getting around
- Bairnsdale Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- Paynesville Fish and Chips - 4 min drive
- Old Pub Payensville - 4 min drive
- Ginny’s Place - 4 min drive
- Boathouse Pizza Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
- Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
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Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Hi Connie,
So glad you enjoyed your stay in Paynesville, thank you for your lovely review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
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10/10 Excellent
Jagrati S.
10 Jan 2022
Awesome !
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was great !!
Jagrati S.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Hi Jagrati, thank you for your review, really pleased that you found it great.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Li N.
9 Dec 2021
Love this property, we really enjoyed our stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Such a comfy and cosy house to stay! The living room is especially gorgeous. You can see the water front with the private backyard. Kids can run and play games at the backyard. Really enjoy our stay. Would love to go back on our next vacation in Paynesville.
Li N.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Hi Nicole, thank you very much for your review, we are really pleased that your family enjoyed their stay.
Kind Regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
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