Toonalook Retreat

A comfortable and spacious 3 bedroom, pet-friendly family home with modern kitchen, secure garage (1 carspace) and north-facing courtyard that fills the open plan living room with natural light and warmth.

With easy walking distance to the centre of Paynesville, Raymond Island ferry, the magical sunset walking strip and swimming spots, ducted heating and reverse cycle air conditioner means year-round comfort whilst enjoying the natural beauty of the Gippsland Lakes.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Perfect Retreat on Toonalook

  Stayed 6 days ending in March, 2024

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  a guest from Corowa, New South Wales recommends this vacation rental

  Modern, super clean with everything you could need. Wifi would have been handy but better without on holiday. We spent a great six nights at this property such a lovely place which accepted our fur babies who were catered for in a well maintained private and secure outside area. Within walking distance to the beach and cafes we couldn't have asked for a more perfect property. Loved every minute and wish to come back asap! A big Thank You to Gippsland Lakes Escapes for your fantastic customer service, it is a pleasure to use your online booking system plus helpful professional face to face contact, you made our stay complete.

  • Manager Responded on 3/29/2024

    Hi Sara and Allen, Thank you so much for your lovely thoughts and feedback, we would love to host you again. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Great house great location

  Stayed 2 days ending in October, 2023

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  a guest from Waurn Ponds, NA recommends this vacation rental

  This was a lovely 3 bedroom house, well looked after with everything you need.
  We had 4 adults and a baby, lots of space two driveways walking distance to a park, little beach and coffee shops as well as food.
  
  Only negative was only one extra roll of toilet paper for 4 adults was not enough

  • Manager Responded on 10/9/2023

    Hi Debra, thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Lovely place to stay

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2023

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  a guest from St Leonards, Victoria recommends this vacation rental

  It was a lovely clean home to stay in, the kitchen utensils were minimal but we made do compared to other properties we have stayed in.

  • Manager Responded on 10/10/2023

    Hi Kathy, Thank you so much for your review, we will have a look at those kitchen utensils, we look forward to hosting you again. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Excellent accommodation

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2023

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  a guest from Mornington, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  A modern clean property within walking distance of the town. Good fenced backyard for our dog.very well supplied with everything you need for cooking.

  • Manager Responded on 10/10/2023

    Hi Joanne, thank you so much for your lovely review. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• good stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in September, 2023

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  JOHN P from Elwood, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Nice spacious home. Secure backyard for our dog. Easy walk to Paynesville's eateries and other shops. Worth the stay.

  • Manager Responded on 9/12/2023

    Hi John, Thank you very much for your review, so glad this house worked well for you. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Great place to holiday

  Stayed 9 days ending in August, 2023

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  a guest from Somers, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Lovely place and location

  • Manager Responded on 8/29/2023

    Hi Bruce, thank you so much for your review. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Fantastic place to stay

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2023

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  Brodie A from Irvine, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Great house, clean & spacious. A nice lawn and outdoor space. Easy walk into town. Would love to stay again

  • Manager Responded on 5/1/2023

    Hi Brodie, thank you so much for your review, we look forward to hosting you again. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Relaxation guaranteed

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2022

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  a guest from Croydon Hills, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We had a very relaxing few days in Paynesville - would recommend this location - a short stroll to shops and ferry and very very clean

  • Manager Responded on 10/20/2022

    Hi Karyn, thank you very much for your lovely review. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Toonalook Retreat

  Stayed 2 days ending in July, 2022

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  Nerelle L from Fish Creek, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Loved the location and the house was lovely, it was warm and comforatable, yard was good for our pets.
  This house captured all the sun shining through the windows when we walked in,you could see all fingerprints on appliances and the floors looked a bit grubby. And although the toaster didn't work the lovely jam and fresh bread and warmth was a lovely touch.

  • Manager Responded on 8/18/2022

    Hi Nerelle, Thank you very much for your lovely review, and we very much welcome your feedback. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Toonalook Retreat

  Stayed 5 days ending in January, 2022

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  Michelle J from N/A, CO recommends this vacation rental

  Great location, nice clean house with great backyard for our dog and having a BBQ. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Manager Responded on 5/30/2022

    Hi Michelle, thank you very much for your review, so glad that you enjoyed your self. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• A home away from home

  Stayed 4 days ending in December, 2021

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  Jillian H from Queanbeyan, NSW recommends this vacation rental

  A great place to escape with the kids and dogs. Very clean and tidy with everything you could need for a weekend away. Great location for walks.

  • Manager Responded on 5/29/2022

    Hi Jillian, thank you so much for such a great review, so pleased that you and your dog and family enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Great place to stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in November, 2021

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  sharon m from Warragul, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Well equipped, comfortable beds and couchs in a great location. No wifi which is a negative m. Otherwise an excellent stay

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• Toonalook

  Stayed 70 days ending in July, 2021

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  Mathew H from clayton south, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect.
  

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• Raymond Island Friends

  Stayed 4 days ending in March, 2021

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  David O from Fingal, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Our experience was excellent, we stayed in Paynesville in order to go back & forth to visit friends in Raymond Island.
  Everyone was very friendly & helpful & we had a dinner at Sardines which was excellent food & very professional service.

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• Gippsland visit

  Stayed 9 days ending in February, 2021

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  Vikki C from Pearce, ACT recommends this vacation rental

  Rental property was wonderful, close to main street. My dogs enjoyed the holiday.

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• Our stay at Toonalook Retreat

  Stayed 4 days ending in January, 2021

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  a guest from Newport, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  The house is an easy living, clean house, with a small back garden and front garage. The rooms are a good size and the bathrooms are well equipped. There is AC in the living area but unfortunately not in the front bedroom, which gets sun particularly in the morning. There are fans though. We felt our stay was really good, the kitchen and other equipment is easy to use and the house is walking distance to shops and ferry, though not directly at the lakes.

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• New years eve stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2021

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  Charlie T from Boronia, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We had a fantastic stay. We stay in Paynesville every year and this was one of the best places we have stayed in down there.

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• Short Break

  Stayed 7 days ending in November, 2020

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  Julie J from ASPENDALE GARDENS, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  A very enjoyable break. Walk to the shops and waterfront,

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• Family Pet Friendly Home

  Stayed 4 days ending in November, 2020

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  MARIAN V from WARRAGUL, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful clean well maintained property. Easy walk to main street and water. Easy check in. Extremely comfortable beds. Safe enclosed yard for pets or kids. Will definitely return.

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• Paynsville stay

  Stayed 5 days ending in June, 2020

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  Kayla B recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay was great. house was is a fantasic location we walked to the main st every day. Very clean and comfortable.

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