Title: Loves Road Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634384080452&destination=Barwon+Downs%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=76594257&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Loves Road Retreat ## Photo gallery for Loves Road Retreat ![Beach nearby - Loves Road Retreat (Barwon Downs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/8d19379a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Loves Road Retreat (Barwon Downs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/4fcdb60e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Loves Road Retreat (Barwon Downs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/450b285b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Loves Road Retreat (Barwon Downs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/fb0396e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Loves Road Retreat (Barwon Downs)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/12ffb84e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this cozy country home at the foot of the Otway Ranges, offering beautiful views from its sunroom and ample outside seating areas. Unwind by the fireplace, stay connected with excellent internet or explore nearby Colac and Lorne within a 30-minute drive. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41518 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Loves Road Retreat Loves Road Retreat is a small but comfortable country home with two large bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and toilet/ bathroom. Sitting on the front porch one can enjoy beautiful views all around and ample outside seating . A heating/cooling split system with excellent internet makes this a space to suit all needs. Our property offers a beautiful natural landscape at the foot of the Otway Ranges and only 30 mins drive to Colac. We share wonderful views of the country-side and plenty of relaxing activities that help you ground and collect your thoughts. In under 10 minutes you can drive to nearby Forrest for some good coffee and local delicacies as well as the Forrest Brewery for great beer and and a yummy lunch or dinner. In 12 minutes you can drive to Birregurra to get same local produce and snacks at the Birregurra General Store as well as brilliant meals at the Royal Mail Hotel. Lorne is only 30 minutes drive to get to outstanding beachside community with so much on offer. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - No elevator - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Barwon Downs, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Forrest Brewing Company and Gosling Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve and Murroon Bushland Reserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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