Title: The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure 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 # The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure Holiday home in Metung with kitchen and balcony ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73250000/73242800/73242702/852b543a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73250000/73242800/73242702/5b83ec48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73250000/73242800/73242702/dbe82329.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73250000/73242800/73242702/19434cba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73250000/73242800/73242702/caf56921.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location As you step into The Mariner, you enter a world of ships and history with cabin-inspired interiors reminiscent of the 1940s. Unwind in the cozy Captain's Quarters by a warm fire, or enjoy the bright ocean-liner style lounge on the upper level. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure Special Offer: Book and Pay for a minimum of 2 nights (Fri and Sat) between May 1st and November 30th (excluding public holidays and school holidays) and we can add in a Sunday night for free\*. \*to claim your night simply book & pay for your two nights (Fri and Sat) via Stayz and send us a message and ask us to add in the Sunday. We will add in the Sunday, subject to availability. The offer is not available if any of the dates chosen fall into a public holiday or Victorian School Holidays. we love this because... As we drive into Metung and catch our first glimpse of Chinamans Creek with boats and yachts securely moored in the still blue water we feel the cares of the world drop away. There is always a sense of excitement as we open the door of The Mariner and enter a different world. A world of ships and history where you can be the captain of your own adventure. We love the dark moody hallway as you enter reminiscent of the lower deck steerage on a boat with cabin numbers on the doors and interiors that can take you to the 1940s. Walking up the steps to the dark and moody Captains Quarters with portraits of the infamous 'Sea Dogs' and a cosy fire, built in bookcase and day bed. We pick out a book that sends us back to our childhood and curl up under the reading lamp. On sunny days we open the doors and sit on the deck looking out to the lake and the water. On the upper level the light and bright lounge is reminiscent of an ocean liners deck complete with lifejacket and water hose. Such a beautiful light an bright space with dining and a galley style kitchen. On this level is the master suite with four poster bed and window seat, the first class 'cabin' with ensuite. For the best lunch or dinner, we take a short stroll to the Metung Hotel (locally known as the Pub) and always book a table with a view. Its always bustling so you have to book. For breakfast, we eat at Aroma Coffee House or we head into Lakes Entrance and buy fresh prawns off the boats and come back and sit outside with local wine and feast. PAWfect What fun! a new house to visit that lets (SMALL) four-legged friends like me sleep inside. Yay! a garden and courtyard with fences to keep me safe. Love the trees and bushes there are lots of interesting smells. Are those possums, koalas and kookaburras in the trees? I LOVE THIS PLACE. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33710000/33710000/33709923/fe660b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Oar House - Gippsland Lakes Retreat Metung - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.4 Very good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33709923&PinnedHotelID=33709923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103651100/103651037/f4212e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The White House- Loft Metung - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=103651037&PinnedHotelID=103651037&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112720000/112714500/112714481/5f7ccc21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Metung Holiday House | Family & Pet Friendly, Cosy Coastal downtown stay Metung - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=112714481&PinnedHotelID=112714481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103650800/103650753/495985ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The White House-Studio Metung - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=103650753&PinnedHotelID=103650753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33555600/33555560/b0d14f62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway Metung - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 282 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=33555560&PinnedHotelID=33555560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68170000/68166900/68166820/18cd4c06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Petite - Enjoy a glass of wine, or the short stroll down to Paynesville Paynesville - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews £208 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=68166820&PinnedHotelID=68166820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78769600/78769562/d23c00c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The View, Metung. 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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 not indicated whether 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as AU-2338-listing-87 ## 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-37.88180%2C147.85696&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SiLfET92dsjVvMEWhSC8Rt85-lc=) Metung, Victoria #### What's nearby - Metung Bushland Reserve - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Kings Cove Metung Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles - Metung Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Lakes Entrance Lookout - 16 min drive - 14.9 miles - Main Beach - 21 min drive - 16.8 miles #### Getting around - Bairnsdale Station - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Riviera Nautic - ‬5 min walk - ‪Aroma @metung Coffee House & Eatery - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Local Metung - ‬2 min drive - ‪Metung Hotel - ‬2 min drive - ‪Timbers Cafe - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure located? > Situated in Metung, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake King and Baxter Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve. Metung Bushland Reserve and Kings Cove Metung Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Mariner - Be the captain of your own adventure Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sol L. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Loved it - awesome house and area. ##### Sol L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sandra P. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Check-in, communication The house was in a good location, however for the price, it lacked the attention to detail in guest services. I rang the services number for help on a couple of occasions and the manager wasn’t very polite. I was initially told that we had to bring our own firewood and the nearest location to purchase firewood was 8 km away. Couldn’t get the TV to work, no service. ##### Sandra P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah A. 29 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautifully designed, comfortable house The attention to detail in the design of this place was stunning! It made for a relaxing and lush space to enjoy with the family, including our small dog. Great outdoor space to take in the view and cosy living rooms to bunker down at night. Worth seeing the house for the design alone. Facilities were also great with everything you need for a short stay. ##### Sarah A. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marty W. 18 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Metung A special family time away, in such a well setup and comfortable space so close to town. Thank you for making this so easy and enjoyable for our whole family. Look forward to coming back soon Marty ##### Marty W. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma C. 17 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and relaxing What a gorgeous, dog friendly property. We had a wonderful time staying here. The property is in a great location and so well equipped. The lounge/dining area is an amazing place to relax and the fireplace and air conditioning make the house extremely comfortable. We and our dog Blaze loved the spacious, fenced back yard and being surrounded by nature. We cannot wait to return! ##### Emma C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Narine E. 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mariner holiday Very pleasant amenities & decor, great views, very peaceful ##### Narine E. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark W. 22 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Metung Beautiful ##### Mark W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgia L. 26 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous holiday property We had such an amazing long weekend at the Mariner! Location was perfect and property everything as described! Despite a few hiccups on a nighttime arrival with finding firewood we had the most amazing time! Will definitely be back :) ##### Georgia L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M. 17 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate and beautiful Great property - beautiful decor and super comfortable. Good communication and accessible support. Very clean (considering pet friendly) and in a beautiful part of town. There are a lot of stairs, I traveled with one elderly person with limited mobility, the property was ok for us but might not be accessible for others and would be worth highlighting in the property description. Thank you - look forward to staying again ##### Ashley M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sohrab m. 28 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at The Mariner Really enjoyed our stay at the Mariner. The house is really well set out with plenary of room and interesting books and crannies the kids just loved. The kitchen is possibly the best equiped I have stayed which was really appreciated as we enjoyed some great home cooked meals before taking an evening stroll along the Metung boardwalk which is just a few steps away. I couldn’t recommend this more. All the home comforts you could ask for plus the additional little touches you would expect from a hotel. ##### sohrab m. 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