Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach
Welcome to your perfect escape at this charming 2-bedroom unit in Paynesville! Nestled directly above the serene Sunset Beach, this delightful retreat offers fantastic access to the area’s natural beauty and recreational amenities.
Start your mornings with a leisurely stroll along the picturesque waterfront, leading you to Paynesville’s charming town center. The nearby park is perfect for picnics, while the public BBQ facilities make it easy to enjoy outdoor meals with a view.
Inside, you’ll find a spacious and inviting living area, ideal for relaxing after a day of exploring. The unit features air conditioning to keep you cool, and a large courtyard area where you can enjoy a BBQ in the summer.
Whether you’re on a family vacation or a weekend with friends, our Paynesville unit offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Experience the best of coastal living with all the comforts of home, just steps away from the beach.
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Property # 7348900
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About the area
Paynesville
Paynesville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve, while Paynesville Maritime Museum and Nicholson St. Gallery are cultural highlights.
beach near Gilsenan Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Paynesville Maritime Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Koala Trail - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
Bairnsdale Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Paynesville Fish and Chips - 17 min walk
Old Pub Payensville - 18 min walk
Ginny’s Place - 16 min walk
Boathouse Pizza Bar & Grill - 12 min walk
Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cosy holiday house a short stroll to Sunset Cove beach located?
Situated in Paynesville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Victoria, Paynesville Maritime Museum and Koala Trail. Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice comfy unit within walking distance of town centre.Well set up kitchen and living area with plenty of windows for natural light.would like to have stayed longer.
Mark T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Liz D.
28 June 2022
Long Stay
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:
Great location and premises was lovely and clean.
Liz D.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Hi Liz, thank you very much for your lovely review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
Verified
8/10 Good
Lesley-Anne
10 March 2025
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great tidy, 2 bedroom unit close to shops, park and sea views. Kitchen has everything and wifi works well. Just found the bedrooms a bit dusty. Overall very good.
Lesley-Anne
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Steve V.
24 February 2023
Above Sunset Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a very enjoyable and restful time at Above Sunset. It is situated in a terrific position, close to town and near Sunset Cove.
Steve V.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2023
Hi Steve, thank you so much for taking the time to give us your review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Arthur C.
17 April 2023
Nice and cosy little Unit, just 2 minutes down to waterfront
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
The Neat little unit was very cozy and had all the necessities we needed for the perfect holiday getaway. Was within walking distance to the heart of Paynesville with lots of options for meals.
Arthur C.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2023
Hi Arthur, thank you very much for your review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina P.
17 June 2023
Paynesville Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have enjoyed another long weekend in the Gippsland Lakes Region at Above Sunset. The property is in a great location. A short stroll down to Sunset Cove and an easy walk into the township. The property has everything needed for a holiday or short stay. There are a couple of maintenance issues that could be tended to, but it didn't stop us from enjoying our stay or affect our views of the property.
Tina P.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
Hi Tina, thank you so much for your review and feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Lauren B.
22 January 2024
Great location but property is run down
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic location. Unfortunately the house was very unclean on arrival and is very rundown. Not enough outdoor furniture to eat a meal outside. Rental office is closed on w/ends so couldnt contact staff about cleanliness issue until Monday. Unfortunately a disappointing stay for our family.
Lauren B.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 January 2024
Hi Lauren,
Thank you for your review and feedback, so sorry that you didn't ring our office to get our after hours number, we would have been there to help.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lauz B.
24 April 2022
Nice stay at Paynesville
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I travelled with elderly parents, some difficulty with slopping driveway and shower which is within bathtub needed to step over to enter. So we f you are travelling with older people be aware there is a degree of difficulty The place was clean and had all necessary ammenities Charges are comparable to hotel charges so perhaps better mattresses could be arrangedQuite spot, however main road traffic as it is an entry point into Paynesville
Lauz B.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Hi Lauz, thank you for your review and feedback.
Kind Regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina P.
30 March 2022
Perfect Paynesville
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
We enjoyed a beautiful long weekend away in Paynesville. Above Sunset is the perfect location. A very short walk down to Sunset Cove to watch amazing sunsets, enjoy a swim, a walk or a bbq. The location is peaceful and quiet. Above Sunset has everything you need, including a pretty little water view from the lounge (wasn't expecting that). I especially love the fireplace. This was our second time staying at Above Sunset and we look forward to staying again. The team at Gippsland Lakes Escapes are very helpful and have been very understanding with the multiple changes to booking dates due to covid lockdowns.
Tina P.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Hi Tina, thank you very much for your lovely review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carolyn S.
23 January 2022
Great Place to Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a very comfortable place. It had just about everything we needed. The interior lighting was somewhat poor, esp in the kitchen after dark when it was hard to see. Had to change the globes in the 2nd bedroom as one was blown. It rained for 18 hours without a break at one point so the games provided were very welcome. Would have appreciated more seating & a bigger table by the BBQ. The hot water system died on our last day & the property management team were onto it in a flash. Very impressed. Definitely a great place for young families, especially with the cove nearby
Carolyn S.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Hi Carolyn, thank you very much for your thoughtful review and feedback.
Kind Regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
A guest from N/A, CO
4 January 2022
Below average
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I had much higher expectations of this property, based on description provided and other people's reviews, and the price. Unfortunately it was way below par on most things. Location really is the highlight, as most other people say. The unit does have all the basic stuff and amenities you might need. But for the price you pay, I could not believe how poor the level of cleanliness of the entire place was. Layers of dust on all furniture (i.e. clearly visible with naked eye from a distance), which made it very obvious no one had cleaned the place properly for a really long time, cobwebs in the kitchen, bathroom, living room, dining room, and bedroom. Sand on sofas in the living area. The cherry on top was the blue tongue lizard that we found in the bedroom on the morning after we arrived. We took the poor creature out (have a video of it) to safety which was the most important thing for us, yet I imagine for many people this would have been a complete shock and possibly a bit disgusting. So the place did the job - we had beds that were ok to sleep in, however, can't say we were too comfortable in the place in the time we were there, and for the price charged, this is not a place I would recommend.
A guest from N/A, CO
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Hi Ilijana, thank you for your review and feedback, we appreciate your comments and we will endeavour to do better.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
heather m.
3 January 2022
Christmas stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
Very satisfied
heather m.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2022
Hi Heather, thank you for your review.
Kind regards
Carolyn
Gippsland Lakes Escapes
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tammy F.
9 May 2021
Lovely
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Comfortable and clean. Plenty of home comforts to make your stay enjoyable
Tammy F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
ANNA K.
27 January 2021
Sunset with swans
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a nice place for a short stay. Perfect location, amazing sunsets to view, just minutes walk from the house. Such a shame we didn't have a good weather during our stay, at least it was perfect for the last couple of days to enjoy. The house was nice & clean. Linen was like in a hotel. Couple of negatives. Was very strange, now days, to find out there were no WI-FI at all. Internet connection's really bad in the area, even on a mob. At least it was a good collection of DVDsCould be nice to have better pots & pans, utensils; plain mixing bowls. But overall we enjoyed it.
Location is great if you want to do walks along a nice long walking track, right on the waters edge. Also great spot to swim and for kids in the play ground. All only 2 min walk from your door. The unit was clean, open and the bread and milk provided was much appreciated, thank you. Comfy couches and beds, all the bits and pieces that you need provided. Thanks for a great stay.
Tim H.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2021
Great to have your feedback - we would love to host you again
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
6 December 2020
Very pleasant stay
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:
Exceptionally clean easy check in plenty of space kitchen set up first rate great dining area and comfortable couches to relax on. Bedrooms and bed first rate highly recommended
Robert S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gallagher R.
30 November 2020
A very good place for a quiet stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property is well located for couples wanting a quiet stay and place to explore East Gippsland. Only two issues, no WI FI available, and, unusually did not clarify that you needed to collect the key from Gippsland Lakes Escape office.
Gallagher R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from .bass, NA
18 November 2020
Quiet stay in Paynesville
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property was fully equipped with everything that was needed.Very impressed.Even had a courtesy hamper of loaf of bread, butter, marmalade and tea, coffee, milk supplied.
A guest from .bass, NA
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Luke K.
6 October 2020
Paynesville trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Pleasant company to deal with. Flexible arrangements.Nice property though no Wifi or washing machine (hand washing facility available)Close to town - busy internal road near a bend so potentially interesting for children.Nice private courtyard.
Luke K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Andrew F.
3 August 2020
Amazing location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed a two night stay at Above Sunset. The property is well appointed with lots and pans and plenty of cutlery. The house had a strong musty smell and needed open windows and fans to remedy this. The carpets were quite soiled and the bathroom is quite basic HOWEVER, it is quite economic for a family and is situated in a spectacular cove with wonderful walks and views right outside the doorway. A big plus was the wood heater and stockpile of wood ready to go. Much appreciated, the property has great bones, could do with a little Re-furb but is still a great cheap option. Property management were extremely kind and courteous, great to deal with!