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Waterfront villa- on the shores of Waranga Basin

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 563 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Waranga Shores, VIC
  • Rushworth Bushland Reserve
    10 min drive
  • Wildflower Reserve
    11 min drive
  • Waranga Basin
    14 min drive
  • Shepparton, VIC (SHT)
    48 min drive

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About the area

Waranga Shores

Located in Waranga Shores, this villa is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Rushworth Bushland Reserve and Wildflower Reserve. .This villa is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Murchison - Rushworth rail line Nature Conservation Reserve and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Rushworth-Colbinabbin Rail Line Bushland Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Rushworth Bushland Reserve - 10 min drive
  • Waranga Basin - 14 min drive
  • Lake Nagambie - 48 min drive
  • Tahbilk Winery - 53 min drive
  • Mitchelton Winery - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Murchison East Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rushworth Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Scrumptious Catering - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Golden Nugget - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Motofinish - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gus & Ollies - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront villa- on the shores of Waranga Basin

Situated on the shores of Waranga Basin, a little over 2 hours drive from Melbourne CBD, you have the option of driving to the Retreat or flying in on our airstrip.

With direct water access from your back door, The Retreat sleeps up to 7 people.

The main bedroom has a double bed, bedroom 2 has a bunk bed, double on the bottom and a single on top, and the lounge room has a double sofa bed.

This beautiful villa is surrounded by 100 acres of land with an abundance of wildlife and total tranquility.

The villa is fully fenced is a beautiful rural setting and has plenty of space to relax, go for a walk, and plenty of parking for cars, boats, etc

Although not too far from wineries, the Mighty Murray and many historic towns. Bring your boat, jet ski, all your water sport toys and don’t forget the fishing rods.

The main boat ramp can be accessed through the back gate and is a minute drive.

With only 2 minutes drive to Rushworth township which has a supermarket, bakery, butcher, chemist, ice creamery, medical centre and a variety of cafes, bric a brac shops and 1 pub.

We are only a short drive from the below towns for your shopping needs, pubs, restaurant and activities.

20 minutes to Tatura
20 minutes to Murchison
20 minutes to Kyabram
40 minutes to Nagambie
40 minutes to Shepparton
40 minutes to Echuca / Moama
60 minutes to Bendigo

A security bond may be required at management discretion
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator and a microwave. Conveniences include an electric kettle and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Monica

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Waterskiing 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 678 sq ft (63 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Waterfront villa- on the shores of Waranga Basin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mare m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Such a beautiful and peaceful setting. Monica and Silvio were so welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

suman P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the Nature
Nice and Peaceful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashley w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful weekend getaway
Gorgeous spot and lovely clean accommodation. Perfect space for young children. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed here a couple of times with the family. A peaceful stay surrounded by nature. Hosts were lovely and very accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Weekend Escape
Awesome accommodation to enjoy the serenity of the secluded location, while being close enough to Rushworth to meet with friends or buy supplies etc. We will definitely return one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S., Bacchus Marsh

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing stay
The moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome by our hosts. The accommodation was wonderful, heating already on, chiminea stacked ready to go and some lovely welcome gifts. Very peaceful surroundings and town was only 5 minutes away by car Would highly recommend to anyone that wants to relax and recharge the batteries!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Sticky Easter!
I cannot begin to say how impressed I am! The owners are very kind and approachable and the unit itself is immaculate! The outdoor BBQ area with a fireplace was used.... a lot! Cooking breakfast in the morning surrounded by nature and so many kangaroos was a highlight, to roasting marshmallows at night after cooking some local steaks we picked up in town. The owners also let us know that there was an Easter Festival in Rushworth (aprox 5kms away), and were flexible enough to ensure our check-in was smooth and we didn't miss a thing. The real story happened on Easter Saturday when my family jumped in the Landcruiser for a bit of exploring around the Basin. Long story short, we got bogged. Big time! I texted the owners about my predicament and the were out with the tractor to pull me out straight away! There is a great deal more about this story that I would love to tell, but I'll leave discression with the owners to tell the unabridged version. Or feel free to ask and I'll happily fill you in. Suffice it to say, the effort and support of the owners, and their community was outstanding. We were planning our next trip there in the car on the way home with my 3 primary school age daughters! For a place without WiFi, this is an extraordinary feat in itself! I can't give this getaway enough praise and we can't wait to get back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay - just didn't stay long enough to explore!
Our stay was short and sweet - we travelled for a wedding. Unfortunate that we didn't get the chance to stay longer to explore the area. Tight sqeeze for two adults in the second bedroom but a perfect little abode if you're looking for a weekend getaway with the kids. Close to, but far enough from the water. Such a great little stay and would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mare m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway
Great place to stay with family and friends. The house was beautiful and close to all you need. Amazing experience and truly enjoyed by the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Boating Holiday for Family and Friends
Monica and Silvio were excellent to deal with and our whole holiday was perfect. Retreat was as described and it was lovely and fresh. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend away
We had a great, relaxing stay. Very serene with beautiful surroundings. The property was very clean and has all the amenities needed. Would highly recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly and beautiful and peaceful place
We’re only there for a short while, beautiful scenery and clean and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little getaway
Stayed here for the weekend with my partner and 2 kids (7m and 1). Beautiful little cabin with amazing views of the basin, farmland and animals. The hosts were so friendly and made us feel right at home. Even stocking the house with kid friendly bowls, cups, cutlery and toys. Hospitality 10/10. Super clean. Private. Seamless stay. Will definitely be back soon. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little cottage, perfect for a weekend getaway
Easy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful stay, beautiful hosts
What a lovely getaway, so stunning and serene. The property is so beautiful and the surroundings are a tranquil collaboration of bush and farmland and the Basin. Although the views and the fresh air could speak for themselves, Monica and Silvio- our gorgeous hosts- managed to make this stay simultaneously comforting and refreshing. Their attention to detail in creating this beautiful corner of the world continued to amaze us, from the fireplace and barbeque with everything we could have needed, to the most tasty complimentary wine and nibbles. The place is stylish and cosy inside and out, plenty of places to laze around and just absorb your surroundings and take a breather. Monica and Silvio were so accommodating and even upon our late arrival, they went above and beyond to welcome us and get us settled in. We will definitely be returning during the warmer months for a whole other version of this experience- but even in the colder weather, the cosy fireplace and heaters provided make everything feel magical. Thank you Monica and Silvio- can't wait to see you again next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of Nature, comfy solo stay
I was privileged to be the first person to stay here! As a solo traveller, the container cabin style and size was perfect (although I was told they're planning a possible extension). From indoors on the sofa there were plenty of mobs of kangaroos going past and a wide variety of native birds (I counted 14 species). Lots of nature doing it's thing! The cabin is fairly isolated, located at the bottom of a paddock, and I had no trouble driving my sedan car to it. Its about 1km from a caravan park beyond a small patch of bush. Good sunrises, skies, etc. To be honest I was sorry to leave. I have to mention that the hosts provided a generous dose of extra hospitality when a freak weather event kept me indoors for most of my booking - which was much appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022