Title: Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay - 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 # Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768585/37e0e6a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768585/cdb8f9d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768585/6fd680c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768585/8f6e5648.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89770000/89768600/89768585/7f223efc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bancroft Haven, nestled above the yacht club marina in Metung, offers a serene escape with panoramic views across Bancroft Bay. Soak up the relaxing atmosphere and charm of this character-filled home featuring vaulted ceilings, Huon pine paneling, and multiple entertaining areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay Bancroft Haven nestled above the yacht club marina boasts panoramic views across Bancroft Bay. Centrally located in the township of Metung, Bancroft Haven is an ideal location to base yourself for any season of the year to soak up the warmer months or take a break from the bustle of the cooler winter climate. From the moment you pull into the driveway, time stands still as you nestle into our sanctuary, escaping the animation of life. Our home provides the privacy that you would expect when enjoying some downtime, whilst offering sweeping views towards the eastern end of the world-renowned Gippsland Lakes. Bancroft Haven is full of character aimed at helping you soak up the relaxing atmosphere and charm that Metung has to offer. The vaulted ceilings in the lounge and Huon pine paneling provide a warming charm throughout any time of the year. The spacious living and multiple entertaining areas allow for separate retreats across the house so that your whole family can engage in a differing style of relaxation and comfort. The lounge area is adorned with a floor-to-ceiling sandstone feature and centralised doors opening on the deck spaces to the north and south. This room also has a fan-forced wood heater (BYO Wood), furnishing a luring warmth during the winter months, and accompanied by a reverse cycle split system to help negate the summer heat. Modern appliances, large entertainment units, WIFI, and a host of other features are designed to bring the best of what you have at home on holidays. The home comprises of four bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king bed and direct access to the southern deck through an external door. It has a generous walk-in robe and a sizeable ensuite. The second bedroom has a choice of 2 x king single beds or 1 king-size bed. The third bedroom has a king-size bed, and the fourth bedroom has 2 single size beds. Both with built-in robes and direct access to an internal bathroom. The added feature of the house is a separate mezzanine area with a quality queen size sofa bed with its own cheeky private balcony access. From the comfort of the lounge room, from the kitchen, or from the cosiness of the outside deck, You can pass the time away by keeping an eye on the boating activity on the lakes or watching the abundance of birdlife that congregates in the trees around the property. You have direct access to a spacious two-car garage beneath the house. From here we have a unique feature in a single-person lift (available on request) that conveniently provides internal access to the living room. Moving to the outside of our house, you will find numerous areas to relax or play should you wish to entertain. Our house boasts Extensive outdoor entertaining areas to provide shade during the summer warmth and shelter during the colder months of the year. Soak up a breakfast sunrise on the eastern balcony, then move to the lounge on the southern deck to escape the mid-day sun, and then retreat to the Northern deck for a sunset towards the best part of the afternoon. Our distinctive property is just a five-minute stroll to the Metung Village on the water’s edge boardwalk. Pick from the fruit trees when in season. Take your time to feed the rosellas, parrots, and other native birds, whilst taking in the breathtaking views across Bancroft bay. The teared garden, tranquillity, and amazing views will have you captivated. We hope that you enjoy our property as much as we do. This is our home away from home. Our retreat where we can flee to relax, recharge, and reconnect. Additional offerings available upon request of booking: \- Single-person lift access available on request \- Bedroom 2 can be set up based on preference as below: \- Bedroom 2: King Bed or option of 2 singles \- Mezzanine Level: Queen Sofa Bed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay ### 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 2691-246229 ## 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-37.88650%2C147.85764&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NHQU_wQrNCu3CRux_y2lhEMzKp8=) Metung, Victoria #### What's nearby - Metung Bushland Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Kings Cove Metung Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.1 km - Metung Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 2.7 km - Lakes Entrance Lookout - 17 min drive - 24.7 km - Main Beach - 21 min drive - 27.8 km #### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Riviera Nautic - ‬14 min walk - ‪Aroma @metung Coffee House & Eatery - ‬19 min walk - ‪Timbers Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Local Metung - ‬19 min walk - ‪Metung Hotel - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay located? > Situated in Metung, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Metung Bushland Reserve and Baxter Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Lake King and Kings Cove Metung Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bancroft Haven - Nestled above the marina boasting views across Bancroft Bay 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 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor M. Feb 3, 2025 #### Great relax Rating Details: 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: House was worth the money and in a great spot ##### Taylor M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael A. Feb 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home with many spacious entertaining areas This property far exceeded our expectations. It has multiple areas to break out into with beautiful views. The property is well maintained and very clean. ##### Michael A. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim K. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perhaps the best holiday rental we’ve ever been lucky enough to make use of We absolutely loved the property. Spacious, beautiful views, super well appointed (couches through to cutlery- everything so well presented). It catered for our large group (6 kids and 4 adults). Simple stroll into the village Super clean, dead quiet Birdlife and sea (seals and dolphins - please!) ##### Tim K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine B. Feb 10, 2025 #### Bancroft Haven 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: Lovely spacious house. Very comfortable, clean and well maintained. Very homely with everything we could need including a well organised kitchen. Excellent wifi and huge smart tvs. Location excellent with a view of the yachts in the bay and easy access to the boardwalk. ##### Catherine B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from Beaumaris, Victoria Jan 30, 2024 #### Holiday in Metung 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: The property was per the description clean and easy to live in for our 16 night stay. Would recommend for large family or close friends. ##### A guest from Beaumaris, Victoria This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derena C. Sep 18, 2024 #### Relaxing Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect house, absolutely ideal for the weekend we had planned. Only miss hap was a very slippery shower in wish I slipped and fractures top of my foot. Need to rinse off the cleaning products used. ##### Derena C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian A. Nov 26, 2024 #### A first class property 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: Bancroft House was amazing! A beautiful home with lovely lake views and the best equipped holiday accommodation I have ever stayed in. Multiple outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the lovely grounds and the visiting bird life. An easy stroll to shops and eateries.The 4th bedroom with 2 single beds is small and runs off another bedroom.Front steps are steep so use lift for cases etc and the driveway is also steep which some may find challenging to walk up and down however it is worth it for the views. ##### Jillian A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian A. Nov 25, 2024 #### A first class property 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: Bancroft House was amazing! A beautiful home with lovely lake views and the best equipped holiday accommodation I have ever stayed in. Multiple outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the lovely grounds and the visiting bird life. An easy stroll to shops and eateries.The 4th bedroom with 2 single beds is small and runs off another bedroom.Front steps are steep so use lift for cases etc and the driveway is also steep which some may find challenging to walk up and down however it is worth it for the views. ##### Jillian A. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ogdensburg](https://www.expedia.ca/Ogdensburg-Hotels.d2648.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Daytona International Speedway](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-International-Speedway-Hotels.0-l6065643-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Oswego](https://www.expedia.ca/Oswego-Hotels.d9279.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Rivera-Del-Rio-Boutique-Hotel.h7119595.Hotel-Information) > > [BestWestern Hotels in Surrey](https://www.expedia.ca/Surrey-Hotels-Best-Western.0-0-d9759--bBestWestern.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [H Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-H-By-H-Hospitality.h15192681.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Waterslides in Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hotels-With-Waterslides.0-0-d3963-tHotelswithWaterslides.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Le Germain Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Hotel-Le-Germain-Montreal.h284230.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Busan-Hotels-Hotel-1.h18981805.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Cancun](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d179995-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Lindsay](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/8627/flights-from-lindsay) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yeg/toronto-to-edmonton) > > [Iberia](https://www.expedia.ca/Iberia-Flights.cIB.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Terrace (YXT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yxt/vancouver-to-terrace) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/las/vancouver-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/lhr/montreal-to-london) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/del/vancouver-to-delhi) > > [Air Canada Toronto (YYZ) to Incheon (ICN) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-pearson-intl-to-incheon-intl/ac/yyz/icn) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Abbotsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Abbotsford.d4128.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Avis Car Rentals In Downtown Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Avis-Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Halifax.d6217399-c41.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Richmond Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Richmond-Hill.d6176.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Scarborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Scarborough.d5680.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Balesin Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Balesin.d553248635976008330.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Lutherstadt Wittenberg](https://www.expedia.ca/Lutherstadt-Wittenberg.dx9798)