Title: Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds Lakefront holiday home in Banksia Peninsula with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60840000/60838400/60838314/ff55954c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60840000/60838400/60838314/cedf3c3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60840000/60838400/60838314/w1617h1080x3y0-624c2489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60840000/60838400/60838314/841b4810.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60840000/60838400/60838314/5671b46a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on Banksia Peninsula, Kookaburras offers a serene retreat with your own private beach and jetty. Perfect for families and friends who enjoy nature, this haven is home to kangaroos visiting the front yard daily and an array of birdlife. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds Kookaburras looks North over the sparkling and protected waters of Duck Arm and includes your own small private beach and a private jetty that can accommodate vessels up to 40’. Kangaroos visit the front yard most days. The birdlife is prolific, and the jetty is perfect for catching a Bream. Very few select properties are located on Banksia Peninsula with drive time to Bairnsdale or Paynesville less than 15 minutes – about the same by boat. Perfect for families and friends who enjoy nature and privacy but close to all of the magnificent attractions that the Gippsland Lakes have to offer. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### 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) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2691-206460 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.95219%2C147.66860&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IweKcJLP5QNdJh4NYIz9P-3d9nE=) Banksia Peninsula, VIC #### What's nearby - Mitchell River Silt Jetties Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles - Paynesville Maritime Museum - 16 min drive - 9.5 miles - Koala Trail - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles - Wattle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve - 32 min drive - 12.3 miles - Metung Hot Springs - 44 min drive - 32.8 miles #### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Three Double8 Zero Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Boathouse Pizza Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Old Pub Payensville - ‬15 min drive - ‪Ginny’s Place - ‬15 min drive - ‪Paynesville Wine Bar - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Kookaburras - Peace and quiet with private jetty in natural surrounds located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Steel Bay - Newland Backwater Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Lake Victoria. Eagle Point Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Bairnsdale Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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