Title: Dargo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dargo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers Vacation home in Forge Creek with kitchen and patio ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863648/c85fd895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863648/7c1b5c60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863648/db36bb41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863648/5a9593af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110870000/110863700/110863648/caeea699.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Dargo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - 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. ### Dargo - 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. Two secluded lodges are available, each with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, sleep up to four guests. Each lodge features a queen master suite, a twin bedroom, a separate toilet, and a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, dishwasher, and cookware for convenient self-catering. Dargo Lodge, nestled in a secluded area with private lake access, offers stunning lake views from the spacious living room or private deck. Enjoy a BBQ on the deck while spotting native wildlife, or get active with free bikes, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding on the lake. ## 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 - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Canoeing nearby ### 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 ![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! 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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 2691-268652 ## 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing. [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 - ‪Loch Sport Bakery - ‬115 min drive - ‪Lakeview Bar & Bistro - ‬113 min drive - ‪Minigolf and Cafe - ‬114 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dargo - 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 Dargo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers? > As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dargo - Waterfront Retreat: Secluded lodges perfect for nature lovers on Oct 24, 2025 start from CA $351.35, 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-Dargo-Waterfront-Retreat-Secluded-Lodges-Perfect-For-Nature-Lovers.h110863648.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Dargo - 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 ## Dargo - 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 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vince Joshua Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Stayed for our Easter holidays in this accommodation overlooking the sea. I love how peaceful and private the place was. 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