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Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Food and drink
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Metung, VIC
  • Kings Cove Metung Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Metung Hot Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lakes Entrance Lookout
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Bairnsdale, VIC (BSJ)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway

Where else in the world can you visit the skifields and national parks on one day and fish by the beach and play a round of golf the next ? Maeburn Cottages in Metung.

Whether you require relaxation and privacy, a romantic getaway, family holiday, a boating / fishing / golfing trip, or a one night stopover, Maeburn Cottages has it all ! The ideal lakeside country retreat for couples, families and friends.

Enjoy a GREAT stay in beautiful Metung all year round.

Maeburn Cottages are located a short stroll to the pristine waters of Lake King in Metung, an up-market fishing village on the shores of the spectacular Gippsland Lakes in East Gippsland Victoria, which form the largest inland waters in Australia.

2 min drive to Metung Village. Local shops include a general store, pharmacy, post shop real-estates and Seven Sundays boutique ladies clothing, METUNG pub on the water, bakery, takeaway, wood fired pizza, Aroma Greek restaurant, great coffee shops and florist.

Farmers market on the Village Green on the second Sat morning of each month.

15min drive to Aldi in Lakes Entrance Footbridge to the surf and 30min to Bairnsdale.

The property is set in an acre of established gardens, amidst native trees that play home to a large number of rare bird species. Indeed a twitchers paradise. Enjoy identifying more than 130 varieties of birdlife.

The family-style holiday cottages are positioned for privacy and offer quality furnishings throughout with your comfort in mind.

Plenty of adjacent parking with ample room for the boat and trailer. Each cottage has a ramp for easy access.

Maeburn's lakeside retreat truly is a home away from home.

The Lakes promote numerous water sports, such as sailing regattas, safe boating, fishing competitions (e.g. The Bream Classic), kayaking, windsurfing waterskiing and jet skiing.
Explore the Lakes by ferry or book an Eco-cruise to see the seals and dolphins.

Other outdoor pursuits include, hiking trails, bush walking, cycling and golf. We are just around the corner from the prestigious Ted Parslow architect designed resort-style Kings Cove Golf Course (visitors welcome) the
Metung Country Club and Hot Springs.
Also 2 hours to the snow (Mt Hotham)

Short walk (10-15min) to the swimming beach and Metung Village Cafes and shops.
Take a relaxing stroll with your pooch along the shores of scenic Lake King via Beach Rd and marvel at the magnificent sunset.

Maeburn Cottages' Onsite GUESTBOOK Entries:

“We all had a wonderful stay in Metung. We loved the Cottage and all that was provided for us. Thank you so much for everything. We look forward to returning! Bruce, Lia and Jemma”

“Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday. Our families and pets enjoyed your premises immensely. Great set up, would definitely recommend & return.
O and M families “

“Had a really lovely stay. Very relaxing, quiet and peaceful.
Birdlife & scenery Wonderful !
Carmen, Andrew, Emma and Robert from Cranbourne VIC “

“Thank you for your gracious hospitality. The standard of the cottage upon arrival was outstanding. We all enjoyed our stay and we'll be back in January. Thank you again.? Bern, Mary, Jocelyn & MAGGIE”

“Nice place, really friendly hosts. Looking forward to coming here next time !
Author: Michael 12 yrs old from VIC “

“Thank you for our pleasant stay. I appreciate you giving us accommodation on such short notice. Di G and mum”

“Awesome Place!! Had a great time. The place is spotless and such friendly people. Lovely views. We will be back. The Dogs loved it. Thanks Heaps!
Kellie, Denise, Rod, Nan and Mike from Templestone “

“Thanks for a lovely stay. Comfortable, private.
Sue and Pete from Parkdale VIC “

“Many thanks for the lovely accommodation, for looking after us and making us very comfortable. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Roger,Susan, Flynn and Ella -wuf, wuf Melbourne”

“Lovely garden setting ,& water outlook. A very pleasant stay :) Hope to come back again (for a longer stay) Anthony and Julie”

“What a lovely 3 days we had, our memories of the area shall last forever.
The Cottage is very nice, couldn't ask for more. We shall visit again.
Maureen, John and Jazz from Bendigo”

“Lovely place, everything you need and more. Great hosts, very friendly and helpful.
A peaceful and tranquil place to stay. Spotless. Will recommend to to all. Greg, Tyarna, Kirsty and dog Angel from Nicholson”


Cottage 2 (sleeps 3-5)
Dog friendly. Garden outlook.
Polished hardwood floors.
Main bedroom has a queenbed and an adjoining second single bedroom with
room for a Portacot
Seperate lounge with comfortable leather reclining lounge suite and
double commercial sofabed.
Modern bathroom.

Cottage 3 (sleeps 4-6)
Dog friendly. Lovely water glimpses.
Polished hardwood floors.
Main bedroom has a Cottage-style Queenbed.
Second bedroom has a singlebed and a kingsingle bed.
Seperate lounge with comfortable leather reclining lounge suite and
double Sofabed.
Rain-shower

Cottage 4 (sleeps 4-5)
Water-glimpses from the veranda.
Carpeted
Two Queen Bedrooms
Extra foldout single bed available.
Open plan living / dining area.
Large comfortable corner lounge suite
Modern bathroom.

Cottages have reverse cycle air-conditioning. Kitchens are equipped with stovetops, microwaves, toasters, kettles, full-size refrigerators, crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils.

Each Cottage is free-standing and has a spacious, covered and gated wooden deck with outdoor setting.

Communal fenced yard with driveway and gate.
There is a stainless steel gas BBQ in the communal outdoor entertaining area.

Property manager

Dorothy T Karsas
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Metung

Located in Metung, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Metung Bushland Reserve and Baxter Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve, while Griffith's Sea Shell Museum and Marine Display and Paynesville Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Metung, VIC

What's nearby

  • Kings Cove Metung Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Metung Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lakes Entrance Lookout - 16 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre - 17 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Main Beach - 23 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kalimna Hotel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Metung Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kings Cove Metung Golf Course & Function Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Over the Hedge Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Local Metung - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maeburn Cottages - Self-contained Lakeside Getaway located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lake King and Metung Bushland Reserve. Baxter Island Gippsland Lakes Reserve and Kings Cove Metung Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 264 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely couple excellent stay

Dorothy and Alwyn were super friendly, gave me soup for dinner one night and delicious homemade muffins another day 👌 beautiful couple made it feel like home for me and my Kelpie boy The house was clean and with basic stuff, close to the beach and town center. Thanks ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline P.

Cottages not on the lakeside

Follow up on reservation through VrBo a bit difficult but hosts responsive to text messages. Fairly old self contained units that are located in the owners back yard - compact design but functional. No oven, just stove top and microwave. Located in the back streets of Metung, close enough to walk to the beach road, bit of a longer walk into the centre of town. Hosts friendly and accomodating, OK to bring our dog which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice, clean cottage. Short walk to the water. 15 minute walk to town center or a 5 minute drive. Only negative is no WiFi. The town supposedly has free WiFi but we could not find any.

6/10 Okay

Amanda V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

These cottages are a little tired

The property was ok with a well kept garden and the cottages were clean but very old and a bit tired. Unfortunately there were 2 leaks in our roof (admittedly it was extremely heavy rain) and we found the cottage a bit cold. The owners were very friendly. I would suggest some updating and maintenance is required
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P., South Yarra

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Dorothy and Al are excellent hosts. The cottage was as expected and the grounds and house perfect for the dog. Walking distance to town, beach and lake. Had a lovely time in the quiet surrounds,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly place

Metung is lovely and this accomodation and location was very dog friendly, including the pub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home!

We were greeted kindly by the owners (the only VRBO where we were personally greeted all along the coast). There was a ton of space and a washer and dryer that worked well. The posted was very accurate in terms of walking distances to the water and cute little town. It was a nice little walk to great places to eat. No beach but beautiful views along the water. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful...beautiful peaceful place and really nice proprieters.

Excellent.
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10/10 Excellent

Mia F.

Beautiful pet friendly cottage

My Golden Retriever and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Maeburn cottages. Although it was a short stay, we were able to relax and rejuvenate before continuing our roadtrip. The cottage was clean, comfy, and nestled in a lovely yard full of birds and trees. Dorothy, the owner, was extremely lovely and welcoming. I recommend staying here 100% :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

LYN & JOHN R.

Basic

Comfortable stay, Basic accommodation very good for our dog, nice surroundings, bird life etc.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

JARROD S.

Great place for family with pets

Nice quite clean place to stay with welcoming hosts. Felt very homely. Cheers guys we’ll be back!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tania L.

Comfortable and fabulous location....

We thoroughly enjoyed our two nights at Maeburn. Our cottage was spacious and well appointed. Cottage 1 is the original home and is situated at the front of the property with the morning sun hitting a lovely front deck. The deck is enclosed and a great place for our dogs to be kept securely. Our dogs were allowed inside which is important to us. A two minute walk to the river road provides a lovely stroll into Metung Village where we enjoyed brunch and dinner one night. Dorothy was very responsive to any questions we had throughout our planning and stay. Thank you.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

CHERYL V.

Fantastic property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Just needed another heater to make it cosy.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sandy A.

Maeburn Cottage 3

Very convenient and quiet and peaceful with a lovely friendly cocky
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam and Graeme B.

Everything we needed......highly recommended

We were thoroughly satisfied with the cleanliness and comfort of the cottage and the beautiful, peaceful location. The host was very friendly and helpful. Our four legged friend was welcomed and cottage No.1 provided a secure deck and small yard area for peace of mind with the dog. Thank you for a pleasant, relaxed stay. Hopefully we will be back sometime and will be definitely recommending it to our friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PAULINE O.

Lovely Paradise Getaway

From the moment we arrived we were greeted by the delightful Majorie who made us feel welcome with every facilty for all our needs. The most beautiful trees surrounding the spacious cottages. we brought our little pup Lex who felt right at home. Caretaker Vincent was most obliging.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

karen g., Mordialloc

Very relaxing

We stayed three nights in cottage 4 over the new year and enjoyed every relaxing moment. Our dog was happy and comfortable and enjoyed the short walk to the lake each day. The cottage and surrounding gardens were neat, tidy and comfortable. Plenty of car parking. The bed was comfortable. The kitchen well appointed. The bathroom was clean and water was hot and plentiful. I would definitely recommend this accomodation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bill d.

lovely place for the dogs

Lovely place to gut away with the dogs, they absolutely loved it, and have slept since we got home Sunday night. We were worried about the privacy but that wasn't an issue. Would recommend a night or two here
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Terence P.

Not too bad

Dorothy is accomodating and easy to talk to.need some mosquito repellant at night though.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa M.

Excellent location, affordable and relaxing

We had a wonderful time staying in cottage 3. The cottages are separated from each other therefore we enjoyed our privacy. The veranda has the lakeview and wild birds are amazing to watch. The cottages are located a few meters from the lake, so we enjoyed our morning walk in a quiet, tranquil place.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Mukta C.

Quiet location

The cottage we booked was in a great location close to the lake. However, the property was quite small and the pictures and facilities that were advertised we not available. Overall we enjoyed our one night stay but it might have been difficult to manage had we stayed any longer.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nice and quiet

Nice and quiet
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Just wonderful - this property is absolutely perfect for the dogs and we were made to feel so welcom

Just wonderful - this property is absolutely perfect for the dogs and we were made to feel so welcome. The cottages are ideal, so clean and neat and the entire property was well maintained. Thank you to Wade who made our time so great and Snowy the dog of course - our dog Zac loved it here and so did our 2 year old son Ethan - could not recommend this place highly enough. Would be perfect for 3 or 4 families and their doggies to come and have a truly wonderful holiday together. Choose this property of any others! We will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This is a 5 Star retreat and we will definitely be back :) We had an Amazing time and have never fel

This is a 5 Star retreat and we will definitely be back :) We had an Amazing time and have never felt so relaxed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thank you Dorothy for hosting us for our wonderful holiday break. Kayaking, mountain-biking, riding

Thank you Dorothy for hosting us for our wonderful holiday break. Kayaking, mountain-biking, riding the scooters into town were so much fun for us all. The stroll to the beach each morning was a delight, followed by our breakfast we made in the well-kitted kitchen. The rare birdlife we identified thrilled us all. Congratulations on your decor and well thought out homes. This was our second stay and we have booked our next return visit.

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Hosted by Dorothy T Karsas

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