[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Vacation home in Forge Creek with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863800/110863720/w1617h1078x0y0-33714b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863800/110863720/a54c04ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863800/110863720/557f644f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863800/110863720/w1619h1079x0y1-771dac9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863800/110863720/e7214fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers If you or a family member or loved one use a wheelchair or need other special accommodations, our two-bedroom Beluga and Despatch lodges are designed with special attention and care to make your stay easy, fun, and memorable. These two lodges are suitable for up to four people and are wheelchair-accessible, with a separate parent’s/carer’s retreat that includes its own living area and ensuite bathroom with spa bath. This “retreat within a retreat” also has its own kitchenette and eating area. The main area of the lodge offers a wheelchair-friendly bathroom with an open-plan shower and low vanity for easy access opposite a bedroom containing two single beds, which can be arranged to suit your needs. These cozy lodges are located in a beautiful, tree-shaded bush area where you can relax on the large private deck and watch kangaroos, birds, and echidnas pass by. Your lodge includes everything you need for a peaceful, memorable stay, including TVs and DVD players, a fully equipped kitchen, a gas log fireplace, a large dining table, and a BBQ for outdoor cooking. To allow an up-close and personal experience with local wildlife, we’ll have kangaroo and bird food available at your lodge. Waterfront Retreat offers a beautiful place to simply relax and enjoy nature, but there’s also plenty to do. Canoe, kayak, or fish on the Gippsland Lakes, or enjoy a soak in our outdoor spa bath or heated indoor pool. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - 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 ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66790000/66780300/66780204/1bffdacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Shack: Take a short stroll to the lakefront and enjoy everything on offer Eagle Point - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=66780204&PinnedHotelID=66780204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34490000/34481400/34481355/57700787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Castle- Lakefront with a jetty & Pet friendly! Paynesville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 192 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=34481355&PinnedHotelID=34481355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Gather used towels Remove personal items Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 2691-268701 ## About the area Forge Creek is home to this vacation home. Bairnsdale Golf Course and Loch Sport Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and Paynesville Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. [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-37.97837%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 - ‪Lakeview Bar & Bistro - ‬113 min drive - ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive - ‪Lizardz Pizza Lochsport - ‬114 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beluga - 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 Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? > As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beluga - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $383.22, 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-Two-Bedroom-Lodges-Offer-A-Peaceful-Family-Escape-With-Lake-Views.h110863720.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Beluga - 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. 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