Absolute Waterfront 1

Magnificent views of the Gippsland Lakes from your own private balcony. Waterfront accommodation at its best right on the lakes edge of Raymond Island.

A perfect spot for a romantic couples getaway or small family to enjoy together.

A great deck that captures the lake views whilst you dine on fresh fish caught just outside your door. Once you arrive at this fantastic property, you will feel relaxed, you wont need the car, everything is within walking distance.

Cruise the lakes and discover the beauty of East Gippsland!

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Absolute waterfront

  Stayed 5 days ending in January, 2025

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  Megan B from Lavington, New South Wales recommends this vacation rental

  The place is in a great location close to the ferry and with lovely views. Always enjoy our stay.

  • Manager Responded on 1/30/2025

    Hi Megan, Thank you very much for your amazing review, so glad you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland lakes Escapes

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• Waterfront Raymond island getaway

  Stayed 8 days ending in January, 2025

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  a guest from Poowong North, Vic recommends this vacation rental

  We love our stay on Raymond island. Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. Only 2 minute walk from the ferry so easy access to Paynesville.
  The booking process is easy and well managed by Gippsland lakes escapes. The staff are lovely and extremely pleasant to deal with.

  • Manager Responded on 1/30/2025

    Hi Anthony, So glad you enjoyed your stay, thank you for your lovely review. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Great House!

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2024

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  Nadia B from Malvern East, Victoria recommends this vacation rental

  A very comfortable house with great views. We loved the close proximity to the ferry. Great for morning coffee trips :) Thanks so much.

  • Manager Responded on 2/18/2024

    Hi Nadia, Thank you very much for your great review, we are so pleased that you had a comfortable stay. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Waterfront

  Stayed 4 days ending in January, 2024

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  Megan B from Lavington, New South Wales recommends this vacation rental

  It would be good if there was a dryer. We come every year and there is often rain. Hard to dry clothes.

  • Manager Responded on 1/28/2024

    Hi Megan, Thank you very much for your review and feedback. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Raymond island waterfront vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2024

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  a guest from Poowong North, Vic recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent place to vacation. Easy to get to. Booking system was extremely easy and staff were friendly and helpful.
  Accomodation was excellent in easy walking distance to ferry. Clean and comfortable providing everything that was required.
  Would prefer the master bed to be a little more comfortable but that would be my only negative.
  We will be back.
  

  • Manager Responded on 1/28/2024

    Hi Anthony, Thank you so much for your very thoughtful review, we look forward to hosting you again. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Great time

  Stayed 6 days ending in January, 2024

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  Olivia M from Melbourne, Victoria recommends this vacation rental

  A Great experience for my entire family and a great way to spend the New Year. it had everything we needed

  • Manager Responded on 1/28/2024

    Hi Olivia, Thank you very much for your review. Happy New Year Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• great stay

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2023

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  Kim B from Rosebud, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  We had 5 people and 3 bikes.
  The Island is fantastic for riding and observing wildlife.
  All types of natural flora and fauna exist.
  The position of the house is perfect. Great views.
  very comfortable and it was instantly apparent that it was very clean. We look forward to our next stay.
  Thankyou

  • Manager Responded on 5/1/2023

    Hi Kim, thank you so much for your very thoughtful review, yes Raymond Island is definately worth visiting, we look forward to hosting you again. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Peaceful family time

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2023

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  a guest from Dampier, Western Australia recommends this vacation rental

  We had a lovely stay at this accommodation. Facilities and location were terrific and certainly met the needs of our family which included an elderly couple. Beautiful views and the whole area was peaceful yet close enough to the ferry to enable easy access to the mainland.

  • Manager Responded on 4/2/2023

    Hi Sharon, thank you for your review, so glad you had a peaceful family time. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Best location

  Stayed 3 days ending in March, 2023

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  Adrienne C recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect property which we love coming back to each year.

  • Manager Responded on 4/14/2023

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

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• Absolute Waterfront Joy

  Stayed 5 days ending in April, 2022

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  Mary N from Carnegie, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Our second Easter here in this wonderful waterfront townhouse. Wonderfully well stocked house - the only utensil not there was a garlic crusher. Clean, well presented, close to the ferry. Lovely break had by all.

  • Manager Responded on 5/23/2022

    Hi Mary, thank you very much for your thoughtful review. So glad you had a wonderful break. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Lovely Stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in February, 2022

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  Graham R from Drysdale, Victoria recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay at Absolute Waterfront 1 was wonderful. The walks, the scenery and the serenity were all great.The house itself was fabulous.

  • Manager Responded on 5/30/2022

    Hi Graham, thank you very much for your great review, sounds like you enjoyed your self. Kind Regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Fabulous stay on Raymond Island

  Stayed 4 days ending in February, 2022

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  a guest from Blackburn Nth, Vic recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed at Waterfront properties on Raymond Island with friends who’d never holidayed on the Island.
  As with us the lifestyle and ambiance was resounding. The views and the bird life are brilliant.
  Our holiday home was perfect with a bonus breakfast basket.
  Bedroom 1 and family area have magic views but as the weather was so perfect we lived on the deck with a beautiful sunny yellow umbrella enjoying the views and the lifestyle from breakfast to dinner and beyond.
  A perfect place for walking and riding too.

  • Manager Responded on 5/30/2022

    Hi Suzanne, thank you very much for your thoughtful review, we are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Boating dream

  Stayed 7 days ending in February, 2022

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  a guest from Sunbury, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Great house, clean and tidy. Everything in it and more than you need. Having a mooring for the boat is simply tops and visible from the house. Met the friendly neighbours . We have rented this property many times over the years and always come back to it.The agents are so obliging and great to deal with . Simply couldn't wish for more.

  • Manager Responded on 5/30/2022

    Hi Geoff, thank you very much for your wonderful review, and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Kind Regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• Lovely Well Equipped Home by the water

  Stayed 5 days ending in December, 2021

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  Linh T from CARNEGIE, VICTORIA recommends this vacation rental

  We rented this home the week before Christmas and found it to be well equipped in the kitchen. We enjoyed meals in the outdoor area overlooking the water.
  
  The bedrooms were of a good size and beds were comfortable.
  
  Would only suggest Wifi be fitted as it was a lovely house work out of.
  
  

  • Manager Responded on 5/29/2022

    Hi Linh, thankyou for your review and feedback. Kind regards Carolyn Gippsland Lakes Escapes

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• A very wet few days!

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2021

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  a guest from MORNINGTON, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  My wife and I have stayed in Paynesville many times but not previously in this property.
  An excellent property in all respects from location to cleanliness and inclusions. Unfortunately, it rained constantly and heavily for almost the whole time of our stay, so we did not get a good chance to enjoy it all. However, we could not fault the property itself and hopefully we will get to 'try again'.

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• If you have a boat then this is the place for you

  Stayed 6 days ending in March, 2021

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  a guest from Sunbury, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  My family have stayed at this house several times over the years. We have found it always at a high standard of what it provides for you . You will want for nothing. The cleanliness, layout and location are second to none. You can see you boat from the front window ... now thats a winner . look forward to next stay . Agents are warm and friendly . Everything is simple. Nothing too much trouble . Till next time !!

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• no kids vacation

  Stayed 4 days ending in February, 2021

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  a guest from Wyndham Vale, VIC recommends this vacation rental

  Great property excellent location with amazing views.
  Great activities at the property and in the surrounding area.
  Would love an outdoor heater as I was not always great weather to sit outside.

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• Perfect stay

  Stayed 8 days ending in December, 2020

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  a guest from Wheeler heights, NSW recommends this vacation rental

  We couldn’t have been happier with this house. It was in the perfect location with a beautiful view, spotless inside, large air conditioned rooms and amazing amenities. We would stay back in this house in a heartbeat.

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