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A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river

Its right on the river and just a short stroll to the beach, shops and cafes. Self contained 'couples accommodation'. Your Aireys Inlet cottage is competitively priced with private courtyard and an excellent outlook.

The accommodation includes:
*kitchen
*lounge
*tv/dvd
*queen bedroom
*r/c air conditioner
* electric heating
*microwave
*oven/cooktop
*outdoor furniture
*bbq
*corner spa bath
*all linen and towels provided

The cottage has recently received an upgrade with new carpet in the bedroom new flooring kitchen/dining/bathroom, outdoor setting on the deck and rear courtyard, brand new full size fridge, additional coffee table and a few new items for the kitchen.


XMAS/BIRTHDAY/GIFT VOUCHERS available

Enjoy the newly opened lighthouse, bush, beach and cliff top walks, paddle on the river, horse riding and mountain biking at your fingertips. Its a beautiful part of nature here and such a great part of the Great Ocean Rd. Nearby is the town of Lorne famous for its waterfalls and cafe strip.

Why this retreat was built and how to get there.

Owner/manager of A River Bed, Wendy, holidayed in the area as a child and,
loving the memories, moved here in 1997. While working in the Tourism/Accommodation industry for many years, saw a need for modern self contained 'couple' accommodation. So created A River Bed for 2.

Directions:
Take the Princes Highway from Melbourne, through Geelong and follow the signs to the Great Ocean Road. Drive through Anglesea and continue on to Aireys Inlet. Aireys is a tranquil seaside resort on the beautiful southern coast of Victoria.
When you enter the town of Aireys Inlet, drive past the shops on the left and the hotel on the right. Down the hill and, at the bottom, turn right into Bambra Road then left into River Road, left again into River Reserve Road. Second on the left, you'll see your carport on the left.


Location and what's nearby

A River Bed is close to Lorne, Anglesea, Torquay and the Otways but right on the Great Ocean Road and Surfcoast. Its so handy for day trips and a perfect base for your holiday or simply a weekend or overnight getaway.

Property manager

Wendy Lowes

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Soundproofing
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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 there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Exterior

Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

This property does not allow children
Note from host: an extra charge of $30pn for a child

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

A River BED Cottage
155321

About the neighborhood

Map
Aireys Inlet, VIC

What's nearby

  • Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead - 10 min walk
  • Split Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk
  • Aireys Inlet Bushland Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Anglesea Surf Beach - 11 min drive
  • Lorne Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Winchelsea Station - 52 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aireys Inlet Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Four Kings Apartments - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aireys Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A La Grecque - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rose Chinese Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead, Table Rock Beach, and Split Point Lighthouse. Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary and Lighthouse Discovery Trail Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

A RIVER BED COTTAGE - Relax and unwind in this spacious cottage by the river Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donata B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Peaceful
If you are looking for a place where you need to recharge your batteries and escape the stresses that life can throw at you this is definitely it. I love the sea, my husband loves the bush and A River Bed Cottage ticket all the boxes. Situated in an idllyic pocket of Aireys Inlet. It was very peaceful and we had the river at our door step (approximately 20 metres from the cottage). The only traffic we had was people traffic who were walking and enjoying the serene surroundings. Every afternoon my husband would go to do some fishing. Just a five minute walk there is a bookshop, gift shop, surf shop, a couple of cafes, pizza restaurant and fish and chip shop. The local pub is also walking distance and a bit further up there is a Greek restaurant. The Aireys Inlet lighthouse is also walking distance. A great park that had electric bbqs. Ideal for families with young children. The beach is also close by. It was definitely a very relaxing time for both my husband and I.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very happy with residence and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nice property to stay at with great location and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Cottage
Well-kept cottage in a lovely setting by the river, perfect for a few days away
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, beautiful views
Lovely property, clean, loved the spa. Views of the river from the living area just gorgeous. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
As always loved our stay Wendy is friendly and easy to communicate with and the unit is perfect. The outlook is just so relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was amazing. River views and very tranquil. Didn't want to leave.
Super easy check in. Wendy was super helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Narelle A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nicely set up but in dire need of a proper clean and an update
The property was well set up and com, but it is quite dated in its decor, and desperately in need of a good industrial clean. The cutlery drawer was full of bits of food and dirt, and the rest of the property was just generally grubby
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House,quiet & relaXING.
Home is in a quiet & relaxing area close to

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property and great location
The property was cosy and had all we needed. Great location and nice and quiet. Walking distance to coffee!!! Wendy was lovely and accessible. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
happy times
The property was all we could ask for.It was clean and well presented with a beautiful outlook. Wendy sent an e-mail just after we arrived to make sure we had settled in and had everything we needed. we hope to return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverbed Cottage - Ideal Getaway
The cottage is ideally located in a quiet area and within easy walking distance of shops and cafes. The cottage itself is very comfortable and equiped with all mod cons for an enjoyable break. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

caitlyn d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
Loved our stay, wendy was very responsive and helpful. Would recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Leith T., Melbourne, VIC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience and beautiful scenery
Great cosy cottage and no problems keeping warm at night in the cooler months. Easy short stroll to the beach and enjoyed the local fish/chips and woodfired pizza. Had a great quiet weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Matthew T., Cranbourne south, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Basecamp for an adventure
Quirky little shack close to lots of exciting great ocean road activities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

John E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not for us
Let me start by saying that this 1 bedroomed property is located in a beautiful and serene area of Airey's Inlet. We really appreciated this. Unfortunately, our intended stay had been foreshortened by illness but we made it for a night. This turned out to be an unwise move on our part. It was evident that various aspects of the unit had been updated but the essentials, such as the kitchen, had not been. Expected supplies such as adequate toilet paper and dish washing liquid were missing. Two spotlights in the kitchen had blown and the general level of cleanliness was not as good as we expected (particularly inside cupboards and drawers). The water was turned off because of a major pipe burst but fortunately, this was restored. Communication with the owner (who was away) and the emergency contact bore some fruit. We did not raise all issues with the owner because of the time difference & it was hardly appropriate to do so with the stand-in contact. The real killer was the bed. We had understood that this was comfortable. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and I ended up spending part of the night on the sofa because of the hard mattress. It was also cold. Thank goodness for the reverse cycle aircon which was definitely needed! Just in case you wondered - there is no dishwasher despite the photo viewed at the time of booking on the website. Time for a refurb!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Great little place in a terrific location
Property is neat, tidy and well maintained. Has all you need for a get away. Location is fantastic, short walk to beach, shops or cross the road to sit by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Monique C.

Pictures are deceiving.
Spa - the spa had not been maintained properly, there was hair stuck in the jets, hair on the base and dust around the base aswell. Hot water - there was just enough hot water for 1 spa with nothing left over for a shower, despite the owner saying otherwise. Was informed of a booster switch to press in the event of requiring hot water immediately, we press the booster switch which took 3 hours to make the water room temperature meaning there was little to nothing for a shower afterwards. Heating - there was an extra heater supplied which was too small for even the bedroom, let alone the cottage. Both heaters combined all day made the cottage 'cosy'. Toilet - the toilet base had a light seam of mold where water was bubbling and leaking at a constant rate when the spa was being drained. There was dust all around the sides of the toilet and the toilet made a continues splashing noise which could be heard from the main room. Misc - the shower head was continuously dripping, 1x heat light blown and hanging down with dust all over the light unit, ceiling fan was dislodged from the roof, 1 light glob not working in the main room and the apparent dishwasher that was shown in the photos was not there. Contact with owner was very good but care factor for the cottage is very minimal. It needs a lot of maintenance and even more cleaning to be done. Would not come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018