[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Vacation home in Forge Creek ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863678/b82d6675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863678/d268e0c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863678/c04335ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863678/0c6424b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863678/6e4cbdfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi - 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. ### Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers 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. Huon and Stormbird lodges are lake-view accommodations located at the front of the resort. They offer a relaxing outlook onto the water and allow easy access to the lake for fishing, canoeing, or birdwatching. ## 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 ![Spa Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27100/27098/008a9db3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mitchell on Main Motel & Apartments Bairnsdale - 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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 2691-268695 ## About the area ![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-37.97837%2C147.62030&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NAwa3c2UhX3QFEkHM59O1-jzM2w=) Forge Creek, Victoria #### What's nearby - Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 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 - Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 34 min drive - 34.8 km - Koala Trail - 39 min drive - 25.3 km #### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Loch Sport Kebabs - ‬113 min drive - ‪Loch Sport Bowls Club - ‬111 min drive - ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive - ‪Lakeview Bar & Bistro - ‬113 min drive - ‪Minigolf and Cafe - ‬114 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? > As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $247.51, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Forge-Creek-Hotels-Huon-Waterfront-Retreat-Secluded-Lodges-Perfect-For-Nature-Lovers.h110863678.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers located? > Situated in Forge Creek, this vacation home is steps from Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve, Lake Victoria, and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Blond Bay Wildlife Reserve is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Huon - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Eco-friendliness 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities What a wonderful place to stay. So comfortable and spacious. Right on the lake. Wildlife everywhere. A very enjoyable stay. Would highly recommend it ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/80c9f722-67c4-42f0-9e63-5bcdc96dd73b-1759523189702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0ddf57e7-3a0f-485b-b660-2d301e277bd7-1759523189295.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/41d55399-f164-4ec5-a22c-4af40f7631c1-1759523189235.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0d8aaaff-08dd-4ac7-888c-21bc1c8d609f-1759523189739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Glenn Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hassan B. Feb 6, 2025 #### Huon - Waterfront Retreat Stay Review 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: Very enjoyable and peaceful 5-night stay surrounded with beautiful native trees, birds, and animals complemented with very friendly and helpful staff. ##### Hassan B. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Quebec City](https://www.expedia.ca/Quebec-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Quebec-City.h15799446.Hotel-Information) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles LAX South/El Segundo](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-By-Hilton-Los-Angeles-LAX-SouthEl-Segundo.h40444.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cappadocia](https://www.expedia.ca/Cappadocia-Hotels.d6054888.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Regency-Suites-Hotel.h980939.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Main Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Main-Street-Hotels.0-l553248633981692461-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Broadway Plaza Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Broadway-Plaza-Hotel.h532999.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sherwood Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Sherwood-Park-Hotels.d180151.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/6141041/flights-from-winnipeg) > > [flights from iqaluit airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yfb/flights-from-iqaluit-airport) > > [Flights from Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/31/flights-from-canada) > > [Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Seattle (SEA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/las/sea/las-vegas-to-seattle) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Milan (MXP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mxp/toronto-to-milan) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Ottawa (YOW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yow/edmonton-to-ottawa) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Lisbon District (LIS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/lis/vancouver-to-lisbon) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Prince George (YXS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yxs/saskatoon-to-prince-george) > > [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Cauayan (CYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mnl/cyz/manila-to-cauayan) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyz/vancouver-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to San Jose (SJC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/sjc/edmonton-to-san-jose) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Fort Lauderdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Fort-Lauderdale-Hollywood-Intl.d5000262.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Calabogie](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Calabogie.d6085065.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [New Brunswick Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Brunswick.d11161.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico.d117.Destination-Travel-Guides)