Title: River House - idyllic riverside and beach location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # River House - idyllic riverside and beach location ## Photo gallery for River House - idyllic riverside and beach location ![Outdoor spa tub - River House - idyllic riverside and beach location (Kennett River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433200/100433173/3295c5c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis - River House - idyllic riverside and beach location (Kennett River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433200/100433173/ebe06b0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - River House - idyllic riverside and beach location (Kennett River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433200/100433173/83ec4e78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - River House - idyllic riverside and beach location (Kennett River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433200/100433173/103927bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - River House - idyllic riverside and beach location (Kennett River)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100433200/100433173/9fc1349f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at River House - idyllic riverside and beach location. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## 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 House - idyllic riverside and beach location River House is a large multilevel family home in an idyllic riverside setting and beside the beach. The large block adjoins the Kennett River reserve and nature walking track - with a path leading directly along the river to the beach in 3 minutes (250m), and in the other direction into the Great Otway National Park. Abundant birdlife and wildlife surround the property, including kangaroos and koalas. Enter into the open plan kitchen and dining area, featuring an abundance of natural light streaming in through the floor to ceiling windows with a view to the river and bushland. The kitchen is fully equipped with all appliances, induction cooktop, fridge with water dispenser, Nespresso coffee machine, soda stream and walk in pantry. Gather for a family meal all together around the 10 seater timber table, or out on the deck dining setting. This living area has comfy couches, wall mounted Smart TV, Sonos sound system, Foxtel, along with a wood fire for added warmth and ambiance. Sliding doors lead onto the wrap around deck area featuring an 8 person hot tub overlooking the river and bushland. There is also a large Beefeater BBQ, outdoor couches and shade. The house is over 3 levels in total. The lower 3rd level is locked unless booked for. To have access to the downstairs area, which contains two bedrooms, the second living area and a third bathroom, a minimum rate of the 5 person rate applies. The main level houses a king bedroom with dual access ensuite bathroom, and full laundry with washing machine and dryer. Upstairs is a parents retreat top floor, with beautiful views of the ocean, river and bushland. Featuring a king sized bed, ensuite bathroom with shower, and walk in wardrobe. Downstairs from the main level is a great family space for kids, with a second living area with comfy couches and TV, 2 bedrooms each with excellent quality tri-bunk beds in queen size on the bottom and a king single size on the top and all with high quality mattresses. This level is serviced with a large bathroom with a bath, shower and separate toilet. Also on the property is a games shed with table tennis table, and adjoining lawn area suitable for ball games. Contemporary styling, furnishings and artwork gives a warm homely feel throughout. All beds have high quality mattresses, including the bunk beds. Unlimited WiFi is available throughout the house, with extended boxes on the various levels to boost the signal and provide high speed. All linen and towels are provided - you just need to bring beach towels for use at the beach or spa. There is an outdoor hot & cold shower for use coming back from the beach to wash the sand and salt off. Due to the location and surrounding wildlife (kangaroos & koalas), the property is not pet friendly. River House is a perfect mix of beach and bush - with the river on one side and the sea on the other - it makes a great base and location for a range of outdoor activities. It is also an excellent base for relaxing in the various living areas at the house and enjoying the views and serenity. Kennett River has a small takeaway cafe, or it's a 5 minute drive (or 5km walk) to Wye River which has the Wye General Cafe and convenience store, along with the Wye Beach Hotel. From Kennett River, is is a 25 minute drive to the large town of Apollo Bay for Supermarkets, fuel station, restaurants, cafes, fresh fish sales, shopping. Pets Sorry, this is NOT a pet friendly property. Pricing & Bedrooms The initial rate is for up to 4 people, using the 2 bedrooms (2 x king beds) on the main and upper levels. If you are 4 people needing more than two beds or bedrooms, you will need to select the amount of guests based on beds/bedrooms required. Due to the house size and layout, it can be booked for up to 4 people (2 couples) as just the main level with king bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living, dining, hot tub and deck, laundry, and upstairs king bedroom with ensuite. To have access to the downstairs area, which contains two further bedrooms, a second living area and a third bathroom, a minimum rate of 5 people applies. All pricing is based on the amount of guests staying, and beds/bedrooms used. Please ensure you book for the correct amount of guests, and confirm how many beds/bedrooms you will be requiring during your stay, so that we have accurate booking information prior to your arrival. Important: House Rules No parties, events or gatherings of excess people No loud music or loud activities that could disturb neighbours at any time. No smoking, vaping or illegal activity Quiet hours between 10pm - 8am Additional accommodation is not allowed on site by way of tents, caravans, campervans or similar. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near the ocean - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Penthouse Apartment - Ocean View | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, plasma TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8800000/8798000/8797925/844a77ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Dolphin Apartments Apollo Bay - 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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 required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 173\_17 ## About the neighborhood Located in Kennett River, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park, while Old Cable Station Museum and Apollo Bay Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Kennett River travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Kennett-River.dx6342652) [View more Vacation Homes in Kennett River](https://www.expedia.com/Kennett-River-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6342652-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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-38.66687%2C143.85916&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I-gPMPYNfpxbtlaVw8a54On4ftY=) Kennett River, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Does it get any more cliche #australian than a koala on a beach in front of surfers! This very unique shot was captured down the Great Ocean!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342652/3928a7bd-c546-4191-89b8-682ad6774fa6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kennet River Coastal Reserve 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Great Otway National Park featuring rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141907/41445f40-1533-4207-9e53-e685db3b5620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Otway National Park 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Great Ocean Road featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135588/6df2aab4-cb92-4b65-8763-d93618a11a4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Ocean Road Waterfront 20 min drive \- 16.3 miles - ![coastline and town of apollo bay ,australia, Shutterstock ID 232164973, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141909/a927fc1e-1a98-49b6-bb24-46136ef5b07b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Apollo Bay Harbour 22 min drive \- 17.3 miles - ![Bell\'s Beach showing surfing and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6148185/c16d210f-1b4d-4bc9-b3a1-4b7de1029045.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bell's Beach 57 min drive \- 45.5 miles ### Getting around - Avalon Airport (AVV) 109 min drive ### Restaurants - Kafe Koala 3 min walk - The General 5 min drive - Cafe Naughties 10 min drive - Wye River General Store 6 min drive - Kafe Koala 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River House - idyllic riverside and beach location pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at River House - idyllic riverside and beach location? ### What time is check-out at River House - idyllic riverside and beach location? ### Where is River House - idyllic riverside and beach location located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## River House - idyllic riverside and beach location Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John F. Jan 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property Relaxing summer holiday in a magnificent property ##### John F. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alan b. Nov 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One small improvement Was great except are pretty sure the spa filters had not been cleaned. We managed to clean them and dose spa and it was much better. Also some dishwasher tablets would have been useful. ##### alan b. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### REBEKAH S. May 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Beautiful house in a stunning location. Great hosts. We will be back :) ##### REBEKAH S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. Nov 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Time Out Wonderful place to chill out and relax. The perfect escape. ##### Andrew M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024