Title: Loves Road Retreat 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 # Loves Road Retreat Lakefront holiday home in Barwon Downs with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/4fcdb60e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/8d19379a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/10c11e0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/68323e75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76594300/76594257/af719df5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this cozy country home at the foot of the Otway Ranges, offering beautiful views from its sunroom and ample outside seating areas. Unwind by the fireplace, stay connected with excellent internet or explore nearby Colac and Lorne within a 30-minute drive. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41518 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Loves Road Retreat Loves Road Retreat is a small but comfortable country home with two large bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and toilet/ bathroom. Sitting on the front porch one can enjoy beautiful views all around and ample outside seating . A heating/cooling split system with excellent internet makes this a space to suit all needs. Our property offers a beautiful natural landscape at the foot of the Otway Ranges and only 30 mins drive to Colac. We share wonderful views of the country-side and plenty of relaxing activities that help you ground and collect your thoughts. In under 10 minutes you can drive to nearby Forrest for some good coffee and local delicacies as well as the Forrest Brewery for great beer and and a yummy lunch or dinner. In 12 minutes you can drive to Birregurra to get same local produce and snacks at the Birregurra General Store as well as brilliant meals at the Royal Mail Hotel. Lorne is only 30 minutes drive to get to outstanding beachside community with so much on offer. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Front entrance ramp - In-room accessibility - No lift - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - 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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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 This property does not have any lifts ## 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-38.47408%2C143.75700&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WWYXVJl_HXe0CN9rtUP63Oy11GE=) Barwon Downs, VIC #### What's nearby - Great Otway National Park - 11 min drive - 2.4 miles - Erskine Falls - 39 min drive - 12.7 miles - Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 43 min drive - 29.7 miles - Lorne Beach - 43 min drive - 30.9 miles - Otway Fly Treetop Adventures - 57 min drive - 35.3 miles #### Getting around - Birregurra Station - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dar Teta - ‬7 min drive - ‪Forrest General Store - ‬7 min drive - ‪Forrest Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive - ‪Dar Tèta - ‬7 min drive - ‪Wonkey Donkey - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Loves Road Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Loves Road Retreat ? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Loves Road Retreat ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Loves Road Retreat located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Barwon Downs Bushland Reserve and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Murroon Bushland Reserve. Forrest Brewing Company and Gosling Creek Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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