Title: Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114142669&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake Vacation home in Paynesville with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake ![Outdoor dining - Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake (Paynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114150000/114142700/114142669/e4846f75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake (Paynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114150000/114142700/114142669/9dcfa3b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake (Paynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114150000/114142700/114142669/f39c54a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake (Paynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114150000/114142700/114142669/a0318285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake (Paynesville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114150000/114142700/114142669/aa9c74b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake Just 300m from the lakefront and shops, Armstrong Cottage is the perfect getaway in the heart of Paynesville. This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom home offers a warm and inviting space to unwind. The secure yard is ideal for medium to large dogs, so your furry friends can enjoy the trip too! In the backyard, gather around the open fire pit (BYO wood) for cozy evenings under the stars. Plus, with an outdoor TV, you won’t miss a moment of the big events while soaking up the fresh air. Whether you’re exploring the Gippsland Lakes or just kicking back, Armstrong Cottage is your perfect holiday escape! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91860000/91857800/91857719/0d779fe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Woolamai Seaside Serenity Cape Woolamai - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=91857719&PinnedHotelID=91857719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72250000/72243600/72243539/e260ff42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect Location on the Water's Edge Marlo - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=72243539&PinnedHotelID=72243539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33550400/33550306/893e49eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 Salmon Row, What a position, so close to Smiths Beach! 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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 2691-272300 ## 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-37.91643%2C147.72192&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CNZedJ9L1WrjwkfVFD3xp7fBYu0=) Paynesville, Victoria #### What's nearby - Paynesville Maritime Museum \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Lake Victoria \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Koala Trail \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Raymond Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve \- 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - Point Fullarton Gippsland Lakes Reserve \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 km #### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Boathouse Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk - ‪Ginny’s Place - ‬6 min walk - ‪Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk - ‪Paynesville Cruiser Club - ‬16 min walk - ‪Paynesville Wine Bar - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake? ### What time is check-out at Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake? ### Where is Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Armstrong Cottage - Cozy Retreat Near the Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith M. Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was clean, comfortable and a great place to stay with our dog who loved the huge back yard! ##### Judith M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eloise M. Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful relaxing time. Our dog loved the backyard! ##### Eloise M. 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