Bushland Retreat - experience nature - Portland West

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

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Portland, VIC

Portland, VIC (PTJ)11 min drive
Seal Point12 min drive
Bridgewater Bay Beach18 min drive
Cape Nelson Lighthouse24 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Have futon that folds down in living area (double)

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Must check suitability with owner prior booking.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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

About the area

Portland West

This cottage is located in Portland West. Bats Ridge Wildlife Reserve and Tarragal Education Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Discovery Bay Marine National Park and Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.

Portland, VIC

What's nearby

Seal Point - 12 min drive
Tarragal Caves - 14 min drive
Great South West Walk - 16 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bushland Retreat - experience nature pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bushland Retreat - experience nature located?

Situated in Portland West, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bats Ridge Wildlife Reserve and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tarragal Education Area. Mount Richmond National Park and Bridgewater Bay Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

28 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

5 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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