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Cottage by the lake

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A garden pathway leading to a house with a red door and a white fence.
A house with a stone facade, a red roof, and a window with a black frame.
A traditional two-story house with a stone roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a shelf with books, and a framed picture on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and oven. There is a window with a curtain, a sink, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Panoramic views

    Guests love the sweeping countryside views at this property.
  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Explore on two wheels

    Guests love the bike-friendly location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Raymond Island, VIC
  • Place, Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake King
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Victoria
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

A Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

A Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

A Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Garden

About this property

Cottage by the lake

Wide open spaces, fresh air and no crowds. Transport yourself to a Hansel and Gretel style cottage in a forest on an island where you can see wildlife up close in their natural environment. Only 4 hours from Melbourne. Two storey self contained, both bedrooms upstairs and bathroom, kitchen, lounge downstairs. Bikes and kayaks available. Outside gas BBQ and Garden Gazebo.Imagine yourself relaxing in the hammock looking out to the lake and beach as time stands still and you breathe in the fresh sea air.

House rules:
PARTIES & FUNCTIONS: Parties and functions require prior approval at the time of Booking and special conditions will apply including extra charges, guests remain responsible for persons attending, no disturbance of neighbours, no undue noise, silence when entering and leaving the premises, no behaviour likely to cause damage to property or offence or embarrassment to others, all noise to cease by 10pm. No smoking in the cottages and if you do smoke outside please dispose of cigarette butts in the bins as these are toxic to marine animals. Please note the cottages are back to back and loud noises will travel through the walls, so be respectful of other guests and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm. Breach of this condition may result in immediate termination and eviction without refund and extra charges for security, cleaning, garbage removal, wear and tear, repairs etc.
LINEN AND TOWELS: We supply linen, pillows, blankets and towels, which must be left where supplied in the bedrooms or bathroom on departure. Further linen may be hired through Management. Beach towels are not included.
PETS: Pets are not allowed at the Property.
GARBAGE: Guests and Visitors are to dispose of garbage and recycling in accordance with the usual practice at the
Property in the allocated bins, and excess rubbish must not be left in public or common areas.
WATER and TOILETS: As this household relies mainly on tank water and Bore water, we ask you do not waste water unnecessarily.
We are on a Septic system so please do not flush any napkins, tampons or other such objects down the toilet.
FIREARMS and HUNTING are strictly prohibited on this property.
CLEANING of FISH is prohibited in the Cottages.
FIRES: This area is very dry over Summer and we would appreciate every precaution be taken in not starting any fires. If you want to have fire on the beach please check with us regarding fire restrictions.
WILDLIFE: We have lots of wildlife on our property and the island including snakes, so when walking please be aware.
YOUR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: You must comply with all applicable House Rules and all instructions from Management and the caretakers of the Property concerning occupancy, property, health, safety and quiet enjoyment of the Property and our neighbours.
You are responsible for damage, breakages, theft and loss of the Property and any part of it during your stay. You must notify us of this immediately. Management may recover from you repair or replacement cost. (at Management's discretion)
Only the guests nominated and agreed in the Booking may stay in the Property over night. If any other guests stay extra charges may apply or the agreement may be terminated without refund.
Disturbance to our neighbours, including excessive noise, is prohibited and may result in termination and eviction without refund and extra charges may be made for security and other expenses.
IN THE CASE OF MEDICAL EMERGENCY: CALL 000 AND AMBULANCE WILL COME TO THE ISLAND OR IF YOU WANT TO DRIVE TO HOSPITAL CALL THE FERRYMAN 0418517959 AND THEY WILL MEET YOU AT THE FERRY LANDING AT ANYTIME DAY OR NIGHT. NO CHARGE FOR OUT OF HOURS FERRY FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9194345
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Raymond Island

Located in Raymond Island, this cottage is on the beach. Paynesville Maritime Museum and Nicholson St. Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bairnsdale Golf Course and Metung Hot Springs. Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display are also worth visiting.
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Raymond Island, VIC

What's nearby

  • Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake King - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Victoria - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Koala Trail - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Paynesville Maritime Museum - 13 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riviera Nautic - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Fickle Fig - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Metung Hotel - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Fishermans Wharf Pavillion - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage by the lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the lake?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the lake located?

Nestled on the beach, this Raymond Island cottage is just steps away from Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Lake King. Lake Victoria is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Swan Cove on Raymond Island

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Yoga teacher, nutritionist and mother of three amazing human beings. I live here at Swan Cove where I grow vegetables, fruit and flowers in an Octagon where you can view the wildlife up close. I am very grateful to have loads of energy and an insatiable appetite for learning.
Our world is a magical place full of abundance and wonderful people.

Why they chose this property

I came across this property while kayaking around the island one Easter. I have always dreamed of a Tudor house with a seaside garden. Now I have the entire Gippsland Lakes as my backyard! Every day is an adventure; whether it's foraging for mushrooms in the autumn, paddling with the dolphins or rescuing someone whose boat has capsized in the lake. I love both the opposites of wildness when the wind whips up on the water in contrast to the perfect stillness and sunshine. Connecting with nature in all its glory we discover true liberation.

What makes this property unique

The house was uniquely built and handcrafted by a German couple, the original owners. The leadlight windows in the main house bear Carl's signature. Look out for the many examples of his wrought iron work in lamps and doors. Ingrid made the cushions, curtains and established the gardens. Everything you see was made by their own hands. Carl even had the foresight to have the power lines put underground so there are no lines or fences detracting from the natural vistas.

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