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Property grounds
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Towels

Overview of Bushland Retreat - experience nature

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Portland, VIC
  • AirportPortland, VIC (PTJ)11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeal Point12 min drive
  • Popular LocationBridgewater Bay Beach18 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Nelson Lighthouse24 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed

Room options

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Exterior
Farm stay with an ocean view
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Microwave
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (5)
The price is $74
per night
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Farm stay with an ocean view

About the neighborhood

Portland West

In Portland West .A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Bats Ridge Wildlife Reserve and 3 miles (5 km) of Tarragal Education Area. Mount Richmond National Park and Bridgewater Bay Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seal Point - 12 min drive
  • Tarragal Caves - 14 min drive
  • Nuns Beach - 15 min drive
  • Bridgewater Bay Beach - 18 min drive
  • Cape Nelson Lighthouse - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bridgewater Bay Cafe - 12 min drive
  • Spindrift Tea Rooms - 9 min drive
  • Sarah's Cake Shop - 13 min drive
  • Browning St Milkbar - 13 min drive
  • Indian Restaurant - 14 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.

Bushland Retreat - experience nature

Bushland Retreat is the perfect place to relax and forget about the demands of life for a while. There is 20 acres to explore with wallabies and kangaroos are often seen grazing, and are found koalas in trees or meandering across the property. There is abundant birdlife and nearby walks, caves & spring wildflowers. It is a place to call home while you enjoy the immediate environment or wider area.



Eco-friendly self-contained cottage. Linen provided. Gas stove with standard oven & cooktop. Large bar fridge with freezer. Washing machine. TV/DVD.Able to accommodate those travelling with children - futon in lounge area. Conveniently located only 10 minutes from Cape Bridgewater Beach (seal colony, petrified forest, Bridgewater Lakes,Tarragal Caves) or Portland township (first settlement in Victoria). Take a drive through or walk in our wonderful forests including the Mt Richmond & Cobboboonee National Parks. Appreciate the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape of the local Aboriginal people Gunditjmara, at Lake Condah where you can see eel and fish traps, and the only remaining permanent houses built by an Indigenous community in Australia.

Not far along Telegraph Rd from Bridgewater Rd (approximately midway between Portland and Cape Bridgewater Beach). Please contact owner to obtain exact location at time of booking.



The cottage is set on 20 acres of undulating landscape. There are vistas over the reserve and water (dependent on rainfall) and ample stars on clear nights. There are over 100 species of birds recorded on the property. A pair of Wedge-tailed Eagles often glide over. Come and enjoy the tranquil environment that is near Portland.

Property manager

Helen Phillips

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Things to do

  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Must check suitability with owner prior booking.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Have futon that folds down in living area (double)

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 not indicated whether 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Bushland Retreat Experience Nature
Bushland Retreat - experience nature Cottage
Bushland Retreat - experience nature Portland
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Bushland Retreat - experience nature Cottage Portland

Frequently asked questions

Does Bushland Retreat - experience nature have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Bushland Retreat - experience nature to the beach?

This cottage is 3.9 mi (17-min drive) from Bridgewater Bay Beach and 7.5 mi (15-min drive) from Nuns Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bushland Retreat - experience nature offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bushland Retreat - experience nature?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Bushland Retreat - experience nature?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bushland Retreat - experience nature?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Bushland Retreat - experience nature have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Bushland Retreat - experience nature have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Bushland Retreat - experience nature to downtown Portland West?

This cottage is 3.9 mi away from Portland West.

Bushland Retreat - experience nature Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and enjoyable
This is our second time staying here and we just love it. Our dog can come and we thoroughly enjoy sitting on the verandah watching the birds, roos and wallabies do their thing. Koala in tree outside the house was the icing on the cake! Highly relaxing! Easy drive into Portland or to the beautiful beach at Cape Bridgewater. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place for a break.
A nice cabin overlooking a lagoon with black swans and paddocks filled with kangaroos, both close to Portland and Cape Bridgewater and beautifully isolated. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariese B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
This was exactly what we needed. Loved every minute of our stay. Nature, nature, nature, peacefulness galore. Loved it. Definitely we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for getting away from it all
Wonderful place for nature-lovers. Koalas, a big mob of kangaroos and many different waterbirds were in residence during our stay. Cottage was very comfortable, despite the cold, and the large deck was well suited for living in nature. Host welcoming and very helpful. This place exceeded our expectations for a great nature-based holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Bushland Retreat is the perfect place to enjoy a break. It is peaceful and quiet with beautiful views over the lake. The house was comfortable and warm for our winter holiday. We enjoyed watching the kangaroos and sunrises.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, great location, perfect host.
Our 4 night stay was filled with nature walks, birdwatching, Koala spotting, reading and painting. The accommodation was clean, comfortable and oh-so delightfully quiet. Helen was the perfect host - friendly, attentive and full of local knowledge. The location is ideal; easy drive to both Portland and Bridgewater. On top of all that we were able to bring our dog; what more could one want?! We love visiting Portland and are thrilled to have found Helen and her property. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Beautiful and Relaxing
Was such a great place to stay... Beautiful surroundings... Cabin was immaculate... Great price... Will book again if we are back in area...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place yo stay, tramqillity and isolation.
Great, one of a kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee B., Ironbank, South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect escape
No neighbours, no noise (except birdsong), just nature and tranquillity. We had a wonderful stay with our 2 dogs (who we kept on lead when outside due to the prolific wildlife). The cottage had everything we needed (shower was glorious), and it was an easy drive to all the local attractions Phone reception was minimal, and the driveway uneven, so this wouldn't suit a sports car or those who need internet, but for anyone looking for peace and quiet in comfort and gorgeous surroundings it is just perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Leanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Lovely location will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022