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Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Water view
    Water view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.

Its right on the river and just a short stroll to the beach, shops and cafes. It is modern with private ensuite and an excellent outlook at a very competitive price.

The accommodation includes:
*kitchen
*lounge/bedroom
*tv/dvd
*queen bed
*reverse cycle air conditioning/heating
*microwave/cooktop
*outdoor furniture
*bbq
*all linen and towels provided

XMAS/BIRTHDAY/GIFT VOUCHERS available

Enjoy the newly opened lighthouse, bush, beach and cliff top walks, paddle on the river, horse riding and mountain biking at your fingertips. Its a beautiful part of nature here and such a great part of the Great Ocean Rd. Nearby is the town of Lorne famous for its waterfalls and cafe strip.

Why this retreat was built and how to get there.

Owner/manager of A River Bed, Wendy, holidayed in the area as a child and,
loving the memories, moved here in 1997. While working in the Tourism/Accommodation industry for many years, saw a need
for modern self contained 'couple' accommodation. So created A River Bed, studio for 2.

Directions:

Take the Princes Highway from Melbourne, through Geelong and follow the signs to the Great Ocean Road. Drive through Anglesea and continue on to Aireys Inlet. Aireys is a tranquil seaside resort on the beautiful southern coast of Victoria.
When you enter the town of Aireys Inlet, drive past the shops on the left and the hotel on the right. Down the hill and, at the bottom, turn right into Bambra Road then left into River Road, left again into River Reserve Road. Second on the left, you'll see your car space at the front of the studio.

Location and what's nearby

A River Bed is close to Lorne, Anglesea, Torquay and the Otways but right on the Great Ocean Road and Surfcoast. Its so handy for day trips and a perfect base for your holiday or simply a weekend or overnight getaway.

Property manager

Wendy Lowes

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A River BED Studio
Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. Apartment
21222
Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. Aireys Inlet

About the area

Map
Aireys Inlet, VIC

What's nearby

  • Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Split Point Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Eco Logic - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anglesea Surf Beach - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Winchelsea Station - 52 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aireys Inlet Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Four Kings Apartments - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aireys Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪A La Grecque - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rose Chinese Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. located?

Situated in Aireys Inlet, this golf apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Airies Inlet Clifftop Walk Trailhead, Table Rock Beach and Split Point Lighthouse. Eagle Rock Marine Sanctuary and Lighthouse Discovery Trail Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Relax and unwind in this cosy studio by the river. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So comfortable and in a beautiful spot. Lovely view. Close to great cafe, pub and great walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Airy's Inlet studio unit by the river
Quiet location close within walking distance to surf beaches, places of interest and other amenities. Wendy has provided a very clean modern Studio unit. The exterior surrounds are well maintained too which all made our stay very enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short and sweet
My partner and I wanted a get away and could not have found a more cosy and sweet place to stay, from the understanding of the host to the cleanliness of the studio and easy to follow instructions we cannot recommend this place more. On a quiet stretch of road next to a lovely river, it was the perfect place to base ourselves as we travelled around the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Peaceful Location
We loved the quiet peaceful location right on the lake. The apartment was comfortable, however a little sparsely set up e.g. no shampoo or facial tissues. Otherwise, a really gorgeous place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful River Bed
This a compact but spacious studio. Its key feature is the glorious outlook onto Painkalac Creek. This view out to the water, visible from the veranda and inside the studio, is deeply soothing and peaceful. We fell in love with an egret that visited on occasion. At one point we needed to contact the host of the property and her response was timely and helpful. We hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
Beautiful property in a very nice neighborhood ..we whished we could have stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The studio accomodation and location suited our needs perfectly for the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable. Quiet and peacefull location. Walking distance to shops and beaches.
The property was very clean and ideal for couple or single person stay. Had all amenities available for stay. Have stayed here previously and plan to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful retreat
We had a lovely restful time in this beautiful studio with wonderful river views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

boon c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect quiet spot to relax
Clean, quiet, tranquil. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it !
Tv was much better than the photo. We had a great time, amazing location & Wendy treated us well! Beautiful property and amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet studio by river
Loved this quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic getaway
A quaint cottage situated in an idyllic location. A peaceful outlook to the river. Convenient location to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICE S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
The studio was perfect for a couple. Clean and comfortable, with its lovely river location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Kelly E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the best
When we arrived the utensils in the draw, the cups and bathroom mirror were dirty & there was a little bit of sand in the carpet. The bed was hard and uncomfortable to sleep on. The music at the pub close by was so loud on the Friday night that we were unable to sleep until after midnight and we had to be up at 6:30. Overall it wasn't a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing riverside retreat
A beautiful little studio on the banks of Painkalac Creek with picturesque river views from the big open windows, as well as the front porch. Situated in a wonderfully quiet location whilst still nearby to cafes, restaurants, and attractions such as Split Point Lighthouse and Great Ocean Road, and only a couple of hours drive from the CBD, it's the perfect weekend getaway for couples or singles looking for a relaxing escape from a busy metropolitan Melbourne!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing sojourn
Some restful time out with my 17 yr who is in yr 12. A beautiful location with a view of the river both within the studio and sitting on the decking. Comfortable space for two set up with everything we needed. The location tucked away from the main highway yet close enough for walks to the inlet, along the river and for a coffee. This is our second visit. We will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

LIZ R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A River Bed Studio - everything that's promised!
We found 'A River Bed Studio' spacious, comfortable and clean. The cooking facilities are perhaps best suited to couples who wish to eat out some of the time. The Studio is well-situated in a peaceful, appealing and convenient location within easy walking distance of the Aireys Inlet lighthouse precinct. As there are many great beach, clifftop and forest walks in the vicinity, we definitely hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

Very peaceful
Pleasant river view. Not close enough to walk everywhere, but only a short drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
The property was well positioned close to shops and inlet. Quiet position along the Painkalac Creek. Well appointed cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clinton R., Port Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant
Nice clean and practical property in an amazing location. Right next to the river and walking distance from everything in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight.
Great little studio, helpful host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holger W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We enjoyed the stay very much. It was very clean, the owner was uncomplicated. Morning run along the beach, nice breakfast café close by. Large front facing windows give a beautiful view over the water (not sure what type of waterway it is, but it really is as nice as in the photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was great
Nice and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
A great place to stay - so peaceful and quiet with a lovely outlook and opportunity to sit on the verandah in the winter sun in the afternoon. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022