Swan Cove Beachfront Cottage
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Overview
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
4 guests
2 nights minimum
Cottage
Tudor style cottages located on one of the most beautiful places on Raymond Island, 6km's from the Paynesville township on 10 acres of bushland with tall trees in a park like setting. Secluded off a beautiful long winding driveway, the house with its two attached 2 storey cottages is but a few metres from the water's edge, and has a safe sandy beach which stretches for miles on this side of the island. There is no road between the house and beach! The cottage is set in an idyllic natural setting of gums and Old Man banksias with lots of native animals including kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and large variety of birds. Raymond Island is the home of Victoria’s koala population.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Swan Cove is not a party house, visitors stay here for the peaceful sounds of nature. Self contained with a shared laundry. BBQ is shared so scrape clean after using. Never wash with water as the plate will rust. There are no shops on the island. Remember to bring your supplies or order a breakfast basket. We do not allow pets due to sensitive nature of wildlife.
Bedrooms
1 Double2 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Shower
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Jennyjiqng
1 contribution
What a peaceful place for trip
We stayed here for 3 days during the Easter holidays. We smoothly checked in under the patient guidance of Kristen. It was a cozy house, just right for our family of four. We got up in the morning with the birds chirping and found it's a very beautiful place. The room faces to the beach and there are flocks of black swans on the sea from time to time. Raymond island is a great place to relax, swan cove is a highly recommended place to live. The welcoming Kirsten and Tony will provide you with useful information and enthusiastic help.
Visited April 2022
Written 24 April 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Great to hear you had such a lovely holiday and enjoyed the bird life. We hope to see you again
Written 28 April 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
FamilyNTKG
16 contributions
Back again
We came back again because we loved it so much last time. Sure, it's handwashing dishes and sketchy/no internet/phone coverage at times, but that's part of the attraction of getting away from it all. This time we had our adult son with us, and he was in awe of the place - especially the old age European decor such as the wallpaper and furnishings, which are in excellent condition given their age. Very eco conscious with recycling food scraps (good food for the beautiful chooks) and other throughful touches. Some great outdoor adventures were enjoyed, such as rowing out beyond the tip of the island to the Point King channel marker, and riding bikes to Eagle Point on the mainland. Hosts were great as always.
Visited January 2022
Written 15 January 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you Noriko, Tony and George. It was a pleasure hosting you and we really appreciate your honest and authentic review. We have booked Telstra to upgrade our network to NBN with a new smart modem and antenna on the roof. Here's hoping they are successful this time. Best wishes for 2022 and we look forward to seeing you again.
Written 29 January 2022. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
SANDEEPREDDYTALLA
38 contributions
Lovely little European Chalet experience. Location is amazing and truly refreshing.
Kirsten switched on the AirCon before our arrival.
We were welcomed by Casper(their lovely dog) first and then Tony,Kirsten showed us around the property: Their garden, chook pen, beach facing chairs, fire pit, bikes & Kayaks.
Lovely little European Chalet experience. Location is amazing and truly refreshing, at the end of world they said in the brochure about the place.
Kayaking & Hand feeding Rosellas are the highlights of our trip. It's very safe for first Kayakers also, as water is shallow for almost 100meters from the shore.
We had a wonderful time.
Our daughter loved this place so much that she wanted to come here again in Feb to catch some shrimp.
PS: Kirsten has kindly let us take a book from the room library which our daughter liked so much. It's her son's(30yr old) book when he was a good. Thank you.
Visited July 2021
Written 12 July 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Hello Sandeep, I was just catching up on my housekeeping and noticed I had not replied, Thank you again for staying and so glad your daughter is enjoying the book. It is always great to see a passion shared, Kind Regards Kirsten
Written 3 November 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Suan A
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
Charming house tucked away in a small paradise
Charming house tucked away in a small heaven. The location is amazing, the house is in a well kept opening, surrounded by vegetation and the water, is a peaceful oasis for birds and wildlife.
Going around the island is very easy by foot or by bike, and there are koalas everywhere.
We borrowed the kayaks to paddle near the house, and the water was very calm and it felt very safe even for not experts users.
The host were not there but they left us an amazing breakfast and they check on us to make sure that we were settling well and enjoying our stay, they let us having additional breakfast items and a late checking, and the communication with them was effortless.
The accommodation isn't spacious, but it was comfortable enough for the four of us, and we spent the most of the time outside anyway.
Visited May 2021
Written 14 May 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you for taking the time to review our property, sorry for delay in response.
Written 8 July 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
karbeego
2 contributions
Perfect getaway surrounded by nature
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay in the Beach Cottage. Lovely breakfast and for an additional cost Kirsten even cooked us a delicious evening meal which was perfect after a long day exploring Raymond Island and Paynesville on the bicycles available to borrow. Very private and secluded. Charming history to the house. Felt a privilege to be continuing a long tradition of guests coming to stay at the property. Hope to return some day.
Visited March 2021
Written 14 April 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We love reviews as it is so helpful for future guests. Take care and stay safe, Cheers Kirsten
Written 20 April 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Subhasish Jena
Mount Waverley, Australia1 contribution
Quaint place with a dated charm
Kirsten and Tony’s place is in a different world resplendent with big tall trees and a quaint quiet beach. The sound of the gentle waves are very relaxing and the birds and animals in the property will interest and amuse you, especially the rosellas. The mix of shade and sunshine on a sunny day adds a different charm. The cottage is an architectural gem with lot of thoughtful touches which are soothing to the eye. The exterior and interior décor is something to cherish as it takes you to a different time. The interior of the cottage has been laid out to provide maximum space with enough amenities to make the stay comfortable. We loved interacting with the hosts who were kind to show us their property and offer tips about the place. A special mention for the different teas provided with welcome pack that went a long way in relaxing us after a long day. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and would definitely come back to spend more time there
Visited April 2021
Written 6 April 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you for taking the time to review our property to assist our future guests. Hope to see you again, take care and stay safe.
Written 20 April 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
FamilyNTKG
16 contributions
If getting away on an island, the quiet end of the island is the place to be
Peaceful isolation and tranquility in an old world cottage filled with craftsmanship and atmosphere. The surrounds are magical, with open expansive views of Lake Victoria on one side and beautiful gardens and grounds on the other. The home-made goodies are delicious. The mosquitos weren't as bad as we thought they'd be, probably due to the strong winds. The only negative is the small size of the shower recess, but that's the way the original builder did it decades ago. It's amazing to realise that all the buildings on site were hand-built by the owner back in the 70's. Beautiful European charm and touches everywhere. Hospitality and local knowledge from Kirsten and Tony were much appreciated. A great place to relax and recharge.
Visited March 2021
Written 20 March 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you very much for taking the time to review our property. We are always working on ways to improve our guests experience and appreciate your feedback, Cheers Kirsten and Tony
Written 24 March 2021. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Louise R
Canberra, Australia2 contributions
Wonderful retreat: beach, birds, bikes and quiet
A beautiful private and peaceful place on the waterfront. We were able to rest and recuperate. So glad we did with what the world is facing now. We swam in the lake every day, walked along the beach and the forest tracks, sat in the garden enjoying the parrots coming for native bird seed and rode bikes around the quiet island roads. All this and close enough if you want for restaurants and cafes. We arrived to lovely teas, fresh baked sourdough, a great breakfast platter and we even came away with wonderful home made jams. Cant recommend Swan Cove highly enough for anyone wanting a beautiful coastal retreat.
Visited March 2020
Written 6 April 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you Louise, we really appreciate you taking the time to review Swan Cove.
Written 11 June 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
LOULOU
6 contributions
Beautifual environment
Loved the whole place great place to unwind. owners were lovely and friendly. Accommodation was quirky and interesting with beautiful views from many windows. lake was fantastic with use of kayaks a bonus. Cute ferry ride to Paynesville very relaxed and easy to do.
Visited February 2020
Written 15 March 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Kirsten M
Thank you for taking the time to review our accommodation, much appreciated. Namaste
Written 6 April 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rebecca L
1 contribution
Paradise Cove
This place is absolutely perfect. From the ferry ride over to the warm welcome from Kirsten and Tony and the fabulous views, we couldn't have asked for a better trip away.
Visited September 2019
Written 6 October 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Indoor amenities
- Internet access
- Air conditioning
Parking
- Secure parking available
- Parking available
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
Location info
- Kid friendly
Map
Getting there
Melbourne Airport
161 mi
Restaurants
SARDINE eatery + bar
2.9 mi
Metung Hotel
4.5 mi
Metung Bakery & Cafe
4.4 mi
Effloresce Flowers
4.4 mi
Attractions
Raymond Island
2.8 mi • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Metung Hot Springs
3.6 mi • Hot Springs & Geysers
Norm Neilson Fine Art Photography
4.9 mi • Art Galleries
Paynesville Sunset Cove Walking Track
3.4 mi • Scenic Walking Areas
About the neighbourhood
Raymond Island (Gunai/Kurnai language: Bunjil-baul) is a small island in the Gippsland Lakes, about 300 km (190 mi) from Melbourne. The island is approximately 6 km (3.7 mi) long by 2 km (1.2 mi) wide, and is just 200 m (660 ft) off the coast, across from the town of Paynesville. The island is named after William Odell Raymond, originally a magistrate from New South Wales who established himself as a squatter in Gippsland in the 1840s. Raymond Island is well-known for its large koala population, originally introduced to the island in 1953, and for the Raymond Island Ferry, a chain ferry that links the island to Paynesville on the mainland.
Getting around
Your car is the most convenient way to get around however there is a town Bus departs from the terminus at the Ferry Terminal on The Esplanade, Paynesville at various times including 9.15am, 11.15am, 1.45pm & 3.35pm Paynesville Bus Lines.
Reservations for pick up required at least 15 minutes prior to departure or advise driver of drop off location when boarding. TICKETING: Accepts pre-booked V/Line tickets from Paynesville. Tickets also available from driver.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
There is a car ferry which leaves Raymond Island every 20 minutes on the hour from 6.40am till 11pm and midnight (Fri & Sat). Cost $13 return. After your 4 minute ride across the strait, exit the ferry and turn left, follow short road, turn left at Western Boulevarde, follow bitumen road (water on your left) all the way to end, turn left (blue Swan Cove sign) at Gravelly Point Rd all the way to cross roads, turn left at Centre Road and we are 390, a couple of kms on the right. Driveway is 750m long. The first house you see is the workshop on your right and on your left you will see our very large enclosed Octagon vegetable/fruit and chicken house. Main house and cottages are a little further on in front.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Swan Cove Beachfront Cottage
- Swan Cove Beachfront Cottage is able to accommodate up to 4 guests. See all property details.
- Swan Cove Beachfront Cottage has one bathroom available. See all property details.
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