Title: Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon 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 # Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113436900/113436875/w1164h776x74y0-b9cd63de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113436900/113436875/14b03a77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113436900/113436875/5b9b9a6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113436900/113436875/751364f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113440000/113436900/113436875/95cdf03f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon Nestled along the Taylor Bay shoreline this ‘Pan Abode’ cedar cabin epitomises a lakeside getaway. Located on an acre of native bushland in the picturesque Kookaburra Cove at the far end of Taylor Bay Left Arm Road, the property boasts deep water frontage, ensuring direct lake access regardless of the lake level. Vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows frame the breathtaking views of Lake Eildon from every room of this retreat. Perfectly sized to accommodate a family or up to two couples for a weekend away or a longer holiday, the perfect location of Taylor Bay is Lake Eildon’s closest waterfront hamlet to Melbourne and this house is one of Taylor Bay’s best! Beautifully refreshed with contemporary amenities the home offers a spectacular view across the lake with frequent visits from native wildlife including kangaroos, parrots, rosellas, cockatoos and kookaburras. We provide bird seed and the birds will often feed from your hand. A central open plan living domain overlooks expansive timber decking for a seamless indoor/outdoor experience. Large indoor and outdoor dining tables cater for all guests comfortably, and with a fully equipped kitchen including a 900mm gas stove/oven, full sized fridge, dishwasher, microwave, rice cooker and sandwich press you will be able to be fully self-sufficient for your stay. Custom made furniture and beautiful leather lounges add to the appeal of the large living area. The floorplan includes two bedrooms serviced by two bathrooms and signature views of the native flora and fauna from each room. Beds are fitted with electric blankets, doonas and pillows (please bring your own linen and towels). Enjoy the freedom of a lakefront property with water sports, swimming and beautiful nature experiences on the doorstep. Best shared with those you love, the home promises an effortless stay with a wood heater for winter, air conditioning and ceiling fans, hammocks on the deck, BBQ, a 65 inch TV, WiFi and a multitude of board-games provided for family and friends to enjoy. Early check in and late check out are often possible and will be confirmed a few days prior to your stay. Pets are welcome but please note that the property is not fenced. Please note that Left Arm Rd is an unsealed gravel road, approximately 3 km in length. The property is accessible by 2WD, with undercover parking for up to two vehicles. If you are towing, we recommend using a 4WD or AWD for easier access. There is space on the property to turn your boat around and store your trailer. For boat launching, we recommend using the Alliance Boat Ramp in Eildon or the Main Ramp at Lake Eildon National Park. While there is no jetty or pontoon, you are welcome to moor your boat at the front of the property (stakes are provided). Equipped to enjoy contemporary comfort amongst an outdoor haven, we look forward to welcoming you to the serenity of our Lakeside Abode, we know you will love it! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors All rubbish needs to be removed on check out as there is no on site garbage collection. You can take it to the locked depot on Taylor Bay Road (on the way to Eildon township 7 mins drive). Return key. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules The outdoor fire place and pizza oven are not operational. No fires are to be lit outside or on the foreshore. There is no on site garbage collection. You will need to take your rubbish to the depot on Taylor Bay Road (key to be returned to the house). Thanks ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Clean paws,not allowed in bedrooms or on furniture ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.191406,145.87431&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:da%7EaFmajyZ%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FU%40Q%3FU%40Q%40QBU%40Q%40UBQBQBQ%40UBQDQBQDQBSDSDQDODQDSFQDQFQDMFSFMFQHOFQFOHMHSFMHOHMHOHKJOHMJMHMJKJOJKJKJMJIJKJMLKJKLGLKJILILGLKJELINILGLELINELELGNELENCLENELANGNALCNANCNANCL%3FNAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FPBL%40NBN%40LBN%40NFL%40NDNDLBLDNDLDNFLDLHLDNFLHLDLHJJLFLHLHJJLFJJLJJLJJLHHLJJJJJNJJHJJNHLJNHJHNHLHNHLFRHLFNFPHNFPFLFRDLFPFPDPDRDLFRBPDRDRBPBPDPBPBTBP%40PBP%40TBP%40T%40P%40P%3FT%40P%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPARAP%3FTAPAPATCPATCPAPCPCTCPEPCRCPEPETCNGRENEPEPGPGPENGPGNGPILGRGLINGPINILININIJKLINKLILKHKNKJKJILMJKJKJMJKJMHKJMFMHMHKJMFMDMHOFMDMHMDOHMDODMDM%40ODODMBODOBM%40OBO%40MBQ%40M%3FOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCM%3FOAOCOAOCMAOCOEMCOEMEOAMEOEMIMEOEMIMEMGOIMIKCMKMIMIKGMKMIKKMKKKKKKKKMKKKKKOKIIOKKIOKMIKIOIOIMGOIQIOGMGSIMGQGOGQEOGQEQGQEQESEOEOEUCQEQCSEQCQAUCQCQCQAUAQCUAQAQ%3FUAQ%3FSAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j2JeacjlBG7aMMDtZ08GvkNEF4U=) Taylor Bay, VIC #### What's nearby - W.J. Moore Park - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles - Snobs Creek Freshwater Discovery Centre - 13 min drive - 5.5 miles - Lake Eildon National Park - 27 min drive - 11.1 miles - Jerusalem Creek Marina - 32 min drive - 9.9 miles - Cathedral Range State Park - 46 min drive - 29.4 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Pixes At The Billabong - ‬14 min drive - ‪Cafe Eildon - ‬14 min drive - ‪Eildon Wood Fire Pizza - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Best Gourmet Restaurant - ‬14 min drive - ‪Schoolhouse Thornton - ‬22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of W.J. Moore Park, Eildon Bushland Reserve and Snobs Creek Freshwater Discovery Centre. Anderson Harbour and Snobs Creek Wildlife Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakeside Abode at Taylor Bay | Lake Eildon Reviews 9.8 ### 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 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony S. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect lakeside getaway Everything you could possibly need in the most beautiful secluded location.. House is great, and the deck overlooking the lake is amazing! Host was very friendly and quick to respond. ##### Anthony S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### zac m. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem Amazing location where able to spend time by the water. The house was perfect and had everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing few days. Owners were easy to communicate with and made the check in/out process smooth. Thanks again for such a great getaway! ##### zac m. 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