Title: River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! 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 # River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827200/115827156/a1e20e62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827200/115827156/ef200956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827200/115827156/3a4ccc0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827200/115827156/0ba3ab1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115830000/115827200/115827156/5d08dad6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £157 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct ## 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. ### River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! Welcome to River Nook - your cosy coastal retreat in beautiful Ocean Grove. EARLY 1PM CHECK IN! Nestled just 50 meters from the tranquil Barwon River and a short walk to the beach, shops and local cafes, this neat and tidy double-story townhouse is the perfect base for a relaxed seaside getaway. With three comfortable bedrooms and one central bathroom, plus courtyard, smart TV, free wifi, split system heating and cooling downstairs, The River Nook is ideal for couples families or small groups. Step inside to find a warm and inviting space, thoughtfully styled for comfort and convenience. On the entry level you walk through a small laundry with washing machine, through to the open plan living room and adjoining courtyard equipped with outdoor dining space and Webber BBQ. The kitchen is small but sufficiently equipped for a small group with all the necessary kitchen essentials including a dishwasher. The dining space sits four guests and there are stools by the bench for additional guests. The cosy lounge area has a smart TV allowing guests to login to their own streaming accounts. Upstairs you will find a bathroom with toilet and shower, a small bunk room, a second bedroom with 2 x single beds, and the third bedroom with a queen bed. Bedrooms 2 and 3 both open up to a small balcony. Perfectly located with the Barwon River at the end of the street. The beach and shops are both a short ten-minute walk away and we have a couple of great cafes within a five-minute walk. The local area is popular for great beaches, golf courses, fishing and walking tracks. There are many great restaurants and wineries to visit in the area. Adventure Park is a ten-minute drive away and an amazing family day out! Whilst this property can sleep up to six guests, it is a cosy place and really best suited to groups of up to 4. \- STRICTLY no hens/bucks/schoolies or parties/functions of any type. \- This unit is one of eight units, so our neighbours are close by and its important that we maintain a peaceful environment at all times. Our quiet hours are strictly between 10pm and 8am, please do not use outdoor spaces during these times. \- All bed linen and towels and supplied. \- The property has unlimited Wi-Fi and a smart TV. \- There is one allocated parking space/carport, additional cars can park on-street for free. GENERAL: All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understood, and agree to abide, and be bound, by the Terms and Conditions and House Rules. Please treat our home as if it were your own. Please be respectful to our lovely neighbors. Strictly NO smoking at this property. Our home is NOT suitable for Schoolies, hens or bucks parties. You must be over the age to 25 to make reservation at our property. Please follow parking guidelines where provided. CHECK IN/ OUT: Check-in time is not before 3pm on the arrival date and check out time is not later than 10am on departure date. Late departure is subject to prior arrangement/availability and extra charges will apply. Failure to check out at the agreed time will incur a fee of $110 per hour. Check in and check out, contactless check in will be provided with key safe codes. Keys must be returned to the key safe upon checking out. If the keys are not placed back in the lock box a management fee will apply for us to allow housekeeping staff access to the property and if required replacement of keys. COOKING: cooking of curries or other strong foods in this home will incur a $450 deep Cleaning fee due to the intense cleaning required to remove smells between short term stay guests. THIS PROPERTY DOES ACCEPT PETS- the rear yard is fully enclosed, you must pick up after your pet. Maximum 2 dogs upon agreement only. No Pets inside the home apart from the garage for sleeping and must not under any circumstances be left inside the home unattended or go upstairs at all , to protect the polished floorboards. You understand you are responsible for damages caused by your pet, extra cleaning charges if there is evidence of a pet inside the home or for cleaners required to pick up dog poo from the yard. UNAVAILABLITY: If the property becomes unavailable for your occupancy due to unforeseen circumstances (eg. fire, storm, damage, etc) then we will inform you immediately and endeavour to obtain suitable alternative accommodation for your stay, if we are unable to do so, all money paid will be refunded in full. Host on the coast will not be liable for additional accommodation costs in the event of these unforseen unavoidable circumstances. PARTIES & FUNCTIONS: Parties are strictly prohibited. Breach of this will result in immediate eviction without refund and extra charges will apply for any additional, cleaning, garbage removal, repairs which may ocurr. We have the right to evict any guest during their stay if WE deem them to be in breach of the house rules. THIS PROPERTY IS STRICTLY NO SCHOOLIES. There should be no disturbance to neighbors at anytime during your stay. LINEN AND TOWELS: We supply all bed linen and towels. They must be left where supplied in the bedrooms or bathroom on departure. Further linen may be hired upon request prior to arrival. Properties with pools will include pool towels for your stay. Any damage or stains requiring additional laundering or replacement of linen will incur a charge or replacement fee. Stays longer than 1 week may request a housekeeping service for cleaning and/or linen servicing charged at a fee. Stays longer than 2 weeks will incur a mandatory housekeeping service for an additional fee-please check what this is before booking. Failure to accept this after check in will be seen as a breach of the house rules and may result in termination of your booking without refund. YOUR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: You are responsible for damage, breakages, theft and loss of the property and any part of it during your stay. You must notify us of this immediately if damages occur. We may recover from you repair or replacement costs. Occupancy must not exceed the agreed number booked for or the maximum listed as occupancy in the house description. Disturbance to our neighbors, including excessive noise at anytime (day or night), is prohibited and may result in termination and eviction without refund and extra charges may be made for security and other expenses. Noise should not be heard from outside the property after 10pm. Call outs: Lost keys/lock outs will incur a $100 call out fee for management to provide access plus the cost of replacement keys if required. Upon departure, all food must be removed from fridges, all rubbish put in the appropriate council rubbish bins provided, crockery and cutlery washed and packed away, dishwasher emptied. If there is a BBQ onsite, it must be cleaned after use, failure will incur a $100 fee. You are responsible for removing any excess rubbish that does not fit in the outside bins. Excess rubbish charges will apply for any rubbish that is left behind (exceeds rubbish bin capacity). The Property must be left in a clean and tidy condition. Extra cleaning charges will be incurred for the cleaning (but not limited to) of dirty dishes, dishwasher emptying, emptying the fridge, removal of excessive rubbish and so forth. All furniture and furnishings must be left in the position they were in when you arrived. Smoking is not permitted in the Property. A $400 fee will be applied to any property found to have been smoked in. No illicit drugs to be brought onto the property or persons under the influence to be allowed onto the property. You must allow repair/service access to the property during reasonable hours. Host on the Coast is not liable for any damage or loss of property during your stay. ## 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 - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard ### 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 river ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22621100/22621045/8beb6ca1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LOCATION PLUS! 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 386825 ## About the area Located in Ocean Grove, this holiday home is on a river. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bellarine Adventure Golf and Adventure Park Geelong. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Australian Skydive or GMHBA Stadium. [Visit our Ocean Grove travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Grove.dx181699) [View more Holiday homes in Ocean Grove](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Grove-Private-Holiday-Homes.d181699-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-38.26518%2C144.51347&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F1ru6LoYiKiASwhScxVLVUAb4hw=) Ocean Grove, Victoria ### What's nearby - Ocean Grove Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Barwon Heads Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Adventure Park Geelong - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles - 13th Beach Golf Links - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles - Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 28 min drive - 17.8 miles ### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 14 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 51 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Mex - ‬4 min drive - ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪River Mouth - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starfish Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Red Park - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location!? > As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! on 15 Oct 2025 start from £156.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ocean-Grove-Hotels-The-River-Nook-On-Hurst.h115827156.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location!? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is River Nook - EARLY CHECK IN - Great location! located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Ocean Grove Beach. Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Education Area are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question