Bushland Retreat - experience nature
Portland, Victoria
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Bed
1
Bath
Cottage
Property Type
4
Max Sleeps
2 nights
Min Stay
Bushland Retreat is the perfect place to relax and forget about the demands of life for a while. There is 20 acres to explore with wallabies and kangaroos are often seen grazing, and are found koalas in trees or meandering across the property. There is abundant birdlife and nearby walks, caves & spring wildflowers. It is a place to call home while you enjoy the immediate environment or wider area.
Eco-friendly self-contained cottage. Linen provided. Gas stove with standard
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Features
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PETS
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SAFETY
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) -
BEDROOM
1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided -
GENERAL
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KITCHEN
Cookware/dishes/utensils Freezer Oven Refrigerator Stovetop -
LAUNDRY
Laundry Facilities Washing Machine -
PARKING
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OUTDOORS
Garden Patio -
BATHROOMS
1 Bathroom Towels Provided -
THINGS TO DO
Fishing Nearby -
ENTERTAINMENT
Games Smart TV -
LIVING SPACES
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SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY
Smoke-free Property
Check-in : 02:00 PM
Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair
No smoking
No pets
Children allowed
Max occupancy : 4
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Svetlana
Submitted Nov 10, 2025
Stayed Nov 6, 2025The property was clean and the Host was wonderful. It’s pet friendly but you need to keep your dogs on lead as the wildlife is close by. We had an enclosure with us to put around the patio. Would have loved to have a toaster for toast.
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rishi j.
Submitted Feb 8, 2026
Stayed Feb 1, 2026Location was great, but the house needs an update. Lots of unnecessary clutter.
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Christine B.
Submitted Feb 27, 2025
Stayed Feb 24, 2025Bushland Retreat is off the beaten track and is wonderful for total peace, quiet and relaxation. There are so many birds and it is a refreshing change to see so many stars at night The property is located not very far out of Portland.Some items in the property were a little outdated. The host was very helpful and her directions excellent.If you want to get away from it all and don't mind no internet, this is the place to be.
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Sharon B.
Submitted Jan 21, 2025
Stayed Jan 5, 2025Bushland Retreat is just that..the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peace while the weather was cooler... then as the weather warmed up we were able to swim at the beautiful Cape Brigewater beach.
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Geoff B.
Submitted Dec 22, 2024
Stayed Dec 15, 2024Wonderful experience relaxing with complete privacy in an eco environment. There was an inquisitive koala in the tree overhanging the deck and kangaroos at the steps. We were serenaded by the birds during the day and the koalas at night. 15 minutes to Portland and 8 mins to the beach at Cape Bridgewater. Loved it !
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Greg N.
Submitted Oct 21, 2024
Stayed Oct 19, 2024Beautiful location. The luxury of this accommodation is the large covered deck set amongst native trees and flowering shrubs. Wonderful bird and marsupial watching. Indoors is clean, very minimal fuss living that offers a peaceful base to explore Portland area or to read and walk.
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Amanda N.
Submitted May 3, 2024
Stayed Apr 25, 2024Had a lovely time staying here. A beautiful and peaceful spot with kangaroos and koalas at your doorstep. Only a short drive to Portland and Cape Bridgewater. Thanks to Helen for being so welcoming and helpful.
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Katherine D.
Submitted Feb 25, 2024
Stayed Feb 20, 2024This is our second time staying here and we just love it. Our dog can come and we thoroughly enjoy sitting on the verandah watching the birds, roos and wallabies do their thing. Koala in tree outside the house was the icing on the cake! Highly relaxing! Easy drive into Portland or to the beautiful beach at Cape Bridgewater. Highly recommended.
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Ben H.
Submitted Dec 28, 2023
Stayed Dec 24, 2023A nice cabin overlooking a lagoon with black swans and paddocks filled with kangaroos, both close to Portland and Cape Bridgewater and beautifully isolated. Recommended.
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Mariese B.
Submitted Nov 5, 2023
Stayed Oct 16, 2023This was exactly what we needed. Loved every minute of our stay. Nature, nature, nature, peacefulness galore. Loved it. Definitely we will be back.
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Tom B.
Submitted Sep 23, 2023
Stayed Sep 16, 2023Wonderful place for nature-lovers. Koalas, a big mob of kangaroos and many different waterbirds were in residence during our stay. Cottage was very comfortable, despite the cold, and the large deck was well suited for living in nature. Host welcoming and very helpful. This place exceeded our expectations for a great nature-based holiday.
