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Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Outdoor dining
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Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Birregurra, VIC
  • Place, Yeo Streamside Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ayrey Wildlife Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Colac
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 2

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!

Escape to this beautifully presented family holiday home, set on a tranquil half-acre block in the heart of Birregurra. Just 2 hours from Melbourne and 30 minutes from the stunning Great Ocean Road, this peaceful retreat offers the perfect setting for a restful break.

Ideal for families seeking a low-maintenance home with plenty of space to unwind, you'll love cozying up inside by the fire with a good book or enjoying the warmth of the outdoor firepit on the deck while the kids play in the cubby house. With everything you need within walking distance, you can park your car and enjoy the convenience of Birregurra's charming town.

Savor a delicious meal at the renowned Royal Mail Hotel, or pick up fresh local produce from the Birregurra General Store – no need to cook! However, if you're in the mood to prepare your own meals, the fully equipped kitchen, complete with a BBQ, oven, stovetop, and microwave, has everything you need.

For entertainment, the ultimate hangout spot awaits in The Shed – featuring a pool table, table tennis, dartboard, big screen, projector, and surround sound system. It’s the perfect place to unwind and have fun!

Sleeping Arrangements:

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed with Ensuite
Bedroom 2: Double Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 Sets of Single Bunks
And for those looking to indulge, the award-winning Brae restaurant is just a 5-minute drive away!

Pet Friendly (outdoors only, fenced) – bring your furry friends along for the fun!

Please note: No smoking or parties. Linen and towels are not provided. Doonas and pillows are.

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 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

Birregurra

Located in Birregurra, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Lake Ayrey Wildlife Reserve and Yeo Streamside Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colac Botanic Gardens and Bluewater Leisure Centre.
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Birregurra, VIC

What's nearby

  • Yeo Streamside Reserve - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Lake Ayrey Wildlife Reserve - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve - 13 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Lake Thurrumbong Wildlife Reserve - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Lake Colac - 18 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 12 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Mail Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sweet Thyme Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • The Ricige cafe
  • ‪Otway Artisan Gluten Free - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brae Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets! on 19 April 2026 start from NZ$299, 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 Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Family Retreat – Perfect for Pets! located?

Located in Birregurra, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Lake Ayrey Wildlife Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Yeo Streamside Reserve and Lake Thurrumbong Wildlife Reserve. Colac Botanic Gardens and Bluewater Leisure Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km). Birregurra Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great outdoor space and fantastic for kids/teenagers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natalie was a great host, clear communication and very detailed information prior to check in making this very easy to follow. Photos of this home does not do justice how beautiful, warm, welcoming this home is. Absolutely loved this place, had all the things we required in the kitchen, bathroom supplies and more. Beds were also comfortable too. Loved this place and would love to return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danny B.

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

Great weekend getaway

Clean and very neat property. Perfect entertaining area in the garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the Cottage is on a quiet street corner and walkable to nearby Birregurra shops, cafes and local park/playground.Lots of space on the property to be outside or hang in the games area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

julian k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and games room, it would have been lovely to have some outdoor chairs to sit and enjoy the lovely garden. Amazing selection of music , books and games.Great spot for peace and quiet if that's what you're looking for but close enough to bigger towns if wanting more. Thanks for a great week
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne A.

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

Family stay

Second time for us and once again a perfect house and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaushik K.

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

Really enjoyed our stay

We had a wonderful stay. The fireplace was great as it was very cold. Kids really enjoyed the play area with pool and table tennis.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house and amenities were very old and not very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

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

Great spot in Birregurra

We had a family gathering just out of Birregurra. This was a great spot - very clean and lots of activities for everyone. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean V.

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

Very relaxing property

We loved the laybacked feeling the home had and lots for the kids to do as well they spent a lot of time in the games room
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Wedding Stay

The grooms party stayed here the night before the wedding. Dinner at the pub, big cook up for breakfast. Great spot and great house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camilla D.

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

Beautiful spacious home

We had a great stay. The house had everything we needed. We enjoyed having a fire at night and making use of the games in the shed. Great set up and really close to town too! Thanks so much for having us 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of space to spread out...

This accommodation is of a very generous size. Very large lounge and a really large garden for fun & games.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

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

Great Stay for a family

This property was clean and inviting. Although we were only there mostly to sleep it was very spacious property with a huge backyard which would be great for kids to play in. Our host Natalie communicated all the information we needed with us well in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippe G.

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

great

Great property in a great location. Everything as in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Corina H.

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

Lovely place to stay,

My respite group loved staying in this relaxed country escape in the lovely Birregurra. The house was clean and had great facilities, we loved playing pool and table tennis. Would have liked linen supplied. The main room mattress was a little hard but all in all we loved it and we will definatley be back. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette W.

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

The White Family

Very impressed. Two nights was perfect for our purpose of the trip being a family wedding. The ensuite was a delightful bonus. Many thanks for the facilities and ammenities provided. The large yard also kept our grandchildren occupied. Thank you Natalie for your assistance leading up to the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Corina H.

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

Respite weekend

I bring my young adults to stay for respite, monthly and we really enjoy the space. They love the games room and the location is great. There are a few things that could improve the stay such as very hard mattress's, having to supply our own linen, the range hood doesnt work, there was no wood for the wood heater and there is no plate in the microwave but overall it is great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

We were happy with our stay.

Just a couple of points for owners. Smart TV in the main room did not work. No instruction manual for electrical appliances could be located or tourist information for the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela R.

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

Perfect for relaxing weekend retreat with friends

My daughter wanted to go on a weekend retreat with friends in lieu of a birthday party for her 19th. They were looking for a property large enough to accommodate a group of eight, with hikes or scenic spots nearby and - most importantly - a game room with pool table and/or table tennis. This property 100% delivered at an affordable price for her budget and the group had a wonderful time. They did not make it to the volcanic area and the lookouts near Lake Colac but instead went to the lookout near Lorne and for a swim in Torquay on their way back to Melbourne, both of which were just around 30 min drive. The game shed got lots of use I was told.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn W.

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

Stay at Birregurra

Would have been better if the lawns were mowed before we arrived rather than when we were there trying to relax. Dining room table was very sticky even after cleaning. A ironing board would have been nice for wedding clothing. It was a pity that some of the area weren’t finished such as ensuite which was way too small and the ceiling and door frames weren’t painted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our time in Birregurra was lovely. Such a magic little town.

Our accommodation was wonderful. The garden is like a ‘private park’ and was enjoyed very much by my visiting grandchildren who were also in town for my daughter’s wedding. Very commodious with many choices of pots, pans, glasses, plates etc. Would definitely recommend and book again should we return to Birregurra.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracy w.

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

handy spot

went for a wedding so everything was within 10 minute walk
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Angie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Stay was comfortable

Had a few problems at the start of the stay, no gas for hot water, bbq dirty, luckily we knew how to put the bbq gas onto the heater. After 3 days new gas was delivered. As a family we had a good overall stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Fantastic option for families visiting Birre

The kids loved the table tennis, pool table and large backyard. The adults enjoyed the deck and fire pit! This centrally located and well equipped holiday rental worked well for our recent family stay in Birre.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

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