Title: Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=117711833&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Vacation home in Forge Creek ## Photo gallery for Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers ![Terrace/patio - Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers (Forge Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117720000/117711900/117711833/w1618h1080x2y0-4746ff47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers (Forge Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117720000/117711900/117711833/d0009baa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers (Forge Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117720000/117711900/117711833/7f7d5697.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers (Forge Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117720000/117711900/117711833/d35353ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers (Forge Creek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117720000/117711900/117711833/80d2bb8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Lake view ## 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. ### Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers The Waterfront Retreat, one of East Gippsland’s best-kept secrets, offers a tranquil escape on 20 acres of natural bushland along the banks of Lake Victoria. With 19 self-contained lodges ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms, guests can enjoy lake or bushland views while catering for themselves in fully equipped kitchens. Just 15 minutes from Paynesville and 20 minutes from Bairnsdale, this peaceful haven is perfect for nature lovers, complete with a resident mob of friendly kangaroos. Perfect for couples, our six one-bedroom lodges sleep two people and are self-contained, with fully equipped kitchens and washing machines, TVs and DVD players, a coffee pod machine, and basic cooking necessities like tea, oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper. All have outdoor covered decks with a table and chairs and BBQ for grilling up delicious food outdoors. All of our one-bedroom lodges are also in easy walking distance of retreat facilities such as the pool, spa, conference centre, jetty, water activities, and reception area. From any of our one-bedroom lodges, enjoy activities such as walking, cycling, swimming, canoeing, sailing, caving, and wine, beer, or cheese tasting, or just relax by the pool after unwinding at the heated outdoor spa. Gippsland is one of our one-bedroom bush-view lodges. These secluded lodges are tucked away where the peaceful natural surroundings attract colorful bird life, kangaroos, and other native creatures. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863684/w1618h1080x2y0-09bb591a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stormbird - 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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 ### Property is also known as 2691-274676 ## About the area Forge Creek is home to this vacation home. Paynesville Maritime Museum and Bairnsdale Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bairnsdale Golf Course and Loch Sport Golf Club. [Visit our Forge Creek travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Forge-Creek.dx6343746) [View more Vacation homes in Forge Creek](https://www.expedia.ca/Forge-Creek-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6343746-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.97836%2C147.62030&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZvEaBU1dQq9DbeSy1G9cV4ZZf8c=) Forge Creek, Victoria ### What's nearby - Lake Victoria 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve 3 min walk \- 0.2 km - Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve 34 min drive \- 20.4 km - Koala Trail 38 min drive \- 25.7 km ### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station 34 min drive ### Restaurants - Lakeview Bar & Bistro 113 min drive - Loch Sport Bakery 113 min drive - sanctuary cafe 112 min drive - Loch Sport Bowls Club 111 min drive - Loch Sport Kebabs 115 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? ### What time is check-out at Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? ### Where is Gippsland - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers located? ## Have a question? 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