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Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience

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Living room
Outdoor dining
Exterior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Taylor Bay, VIC
  • Popular LocationSnobs Creek Freshwater Discovery Centre7 min drive
  • Popular LocationEildon Bushland Reserve14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Mountain Alpine Resort76 min drive

Space details

6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 18
Bedroom 1
    2 bunk beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
    1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3
    2 double beds
Bedroom 4
    Bedroom 5
      1 double bed
      1 bunk bed
    Bedroom 6
      1 queen bed
      2 bunk beds
    Bathroom 1
      Shower

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience

    **Due to COVID-19, guests need to BYO bedding including sheets, towels, pillows, blankets. Doonas with covers are supplied.

    Enjoy a FREE visit to our 28 person party boat the Fawlty Princess moored in beautiful Taylor Bay.

    Before making an enquiry on Home Away, please note that Rudawe is designed for large group bookings meaning that groups of less than 3 families(6 adults) will find the minimum nightly rate, in our experience, too expensive. More information about this is detailed below

    To help you with this name. No,it is not Aboriginal or South African, it was coined by the original owners from "rude-are we" We are not rude but we do seem to be stuck with the name.

    ACCOMMODATION
    Rudawe specialises in group bookings. Our favourite group is the multiple Mums, Dads and Kids. The sleeping arrangements, facilities and equipment best suit this application. However, we have many satisfied customers who have stayed here from groups including sporting clubs, small business team seminars, birthday buddies and of course, the extended family reunion. We are permitted to have 18 guests but have sleeping options for 25

    The 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathroom (unlimited hot water), plus a caravan with 2 double beds as well as 2 refridgerators and a deep freeze will cope with your crew. Two 18 person dining tables, one inside and the other outside on the balcony under the canopy, together with the fully equipped kitchen ensures that you will not be cramped even at full capacity.

    Equipment includes a 10ft.x5ft. Billiards table and a matching timber indoor soccer table. The wide screen TV has all free to air channels, as well as CD and DVD. These items along with the enclosed wood fire and the Bar are in the 85sq. mtr. rumpus room downstairs. Now with new reverse cycle heating & A/C.

    The Lodge does have many surrounding houses so the normal EPA noise restrictions will apply. These will be explained to you when you send an email. Bond will vary according to group type.

    FACILITIES
    Outside under the gazebo is the 8 person hot spa that is the favourite of all who stay here. You will see from the selection of photos in and around Rudawe that our main goal is to make your stay fun, interesting and very enjoyable. Being a waterfront property the Lodge has its own private pontoon for your personal use. If you are concerned about lake levels please enquire before you book. This floating jetty is accessed by a clear level walking track.
    Great for safe swimming or boat mooring. The house is set on one acre that is on the edge of the Lake. Because the property is situated right at the end of the Taylor Bay "arm," your aspect looks over a grassed flat area (which is ideal for sports and games), across to houses of other Bay residents nestled in the dense bush.

    RATES AND MINIMUM NIGHTS
    The nightly rate of $900.00 is for up to 10 guests Additional guests $90/p/n. Children 5 and under are free.

    The Lodge has a 2 night minimum except for long weekends which is 3 nights, Easter and Melbourne Cup is 4 nights and any booking that includes Christmas or New Year is 5 nights minimum.

    PETS
    Much as we love dogs, Rudawe is not securely fenced and is abundant with wildlife. It is not suitable for pets and we ask that you leave them at home please.

    LOCATION
    The Taylor Bay area of Lake Eildon is unique in that access to the Lake is only possible through private land. Large signs on the no-through road entrance to the Bay declare that there are no facilities available to the general public. Taylor Bay is located just 7 mins. from Eildon and 15 mins. from the dam wall. Remember that when lake levels are low all the water is in front of the wall. Eildon is approximately 2 hours drive from Melbourne along the Maroondah Highway. Should you find that the Lodge is booked for the dates you want, ask us about other accommodation in the area.

    Property manager

    John Gilbert

    Languages

    English

    Property amenities

    Pool/Spa

    • Spa tub

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • On-site parking options include a garage
    • On-site parking

    Kitchen

    • Fridge
    • Stovetop
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Paper towels
    • Spices
    • Toaster
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils

    Dining

    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 6 bedrooms

    Bathroom

    • 4 bathrooms
    • Hair dryer
    • Shower only
    • Toilet paper

    Living spaces

    • Fireplace
    • Living room
    • Wood stove

    Entertainment

    • TV
    • Pool or billiards table
    • Table football
    • Ping pong table
    • Games room
    • DVD player
    • Games
    • Stereo

    Outdoor areas

    • Balcony
    • Barbecue
    • Outdoor furniture

    Laundry

    • Washing machine and dryer

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • Pet friendly
    • 1 total pets
    • Welcoming dogs only

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Services and conveniences

    • Iron/ironing board

    Location highlights

    • On the waterfront
    • Next to a golf course
    • In the mountains
    • In a rural location
    • In a village

    Things to do

    • Fishing nearby
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Winery tours nearby
    • Wildlife and game 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

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    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 1:00 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 are allowed
    Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
    Welcoming dogs only
    1 total pets
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    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
    Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
    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 and a first aid kit
    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

    Property is also known as

    Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay With Free Lake Cruise
    Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, With Free Lake Experience Lodge
    Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, With Free Lake Experience Taylor Bay
    25795

    About the area

    Taylor Bay

    Located in Taylor Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Marian Rennie Studio Gallery, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eildon Bushland Reserve and Lake Eildon National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

    What's nearby

    • Snobs Creek Freshwater Discovery Centre - 7 min drive
    • Eildon Bushland Reserve - 14 min drive
    • Cathedral Range State Park - 34 min drive
    • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail - 76 min drive
    • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 76 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Cafe Eildon - 7 min drive
    • The Best Gourmet Restaurant - 7 min drive
    • 4Ways Takeaway & Dyna - 16 min drive
    • AQUA Bar & Café Lake Eildon - 9 min drive
    • Rubicon Mountain - 17 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

    What time is check-in at Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience?

    Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Rudawe Lodge in Taylor Bay, with FREE lake experience located?

    Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Snobs Creek Freshwater Discovery Centre, Eildon Bushland Reserve, and Lake Eildon National Park. Snobs Creek Wildlife Reserve and Maintongoon G106 Bushland Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

    Reviews

    8.8

    Excellent

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 46 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

    8.2/10

    Cleanliness

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Lyle C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great weekend on the water
    This place is the perfect spot for a couple of family’s or group of mates to hang out for the weekend! Has everything you need
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jason G.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Group stay at Rudawe
    Our group had an amazing time with the jacuzzi, pool table and foosball table. The house was spacious and the area was beautiful. It is a great location for a gathering and we had an amazing time. The owners were very helpful and friendly also.
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

    4/10 Poor

    Benjamin G.

    Disliked: Cleanliness
    Expectations not met
    Unfortunately our stay was not as seamless and as good experience as what we expected given the photo's description and price we paid to stay at Rudawe Lodge. Photo's of the property under the Vrbo listing are very old, out of date and not representative of the houses current condition. Whilst John the Owner was good on the comm's over the phone when we needed to call him, there was no handover/explanation of how things work, where bins located some of the basic's of house to operate the house The house was not in a clean state when we took possession and we took it upon ourselves to clean out shelves and cupboards of dust and dead insects before unpacking our food and supplies for the weekend. We had to top up on some basic supplies of dish-washing detergent, toilet paper and other basics which were not supplied. It was a real shame given we booked this 12 months in advance and my 1 piece of advice to John is that he needs to give the house a big clean, update the photo's online and make some adjustments to his rental expectations. We are well seasoned short term holiday renters and unfortunately this is the only house that i have ever written a negative review on.
    Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

    8/10 Good

    Natalie L.

    Great fun for families
    A rustic setting with heaps of facilities to keep everyone entertained
    Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Alia G., Scoresby

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great Family Location
    We celebrated my husband 50th Birthday at Rudawe with our cherished family and friends. We loved the location and the space provided. John was a lovely host and every little details was thought of and provided for a group gathering. Plenty of games and cricket bats . the trip out on to the lake was a highlight and our family enjoyed this.
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

    6/10 Okay

    Sharna F.

    The lake
    The lake was beautiful. We had a great time, the property is in need of a bit of love.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Steve C., Melbourne

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Steve
    Great location John was great, highly recommend the ridge picnic. Thanks so much we had a great weekend
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Steven B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Fantastic stay
    We all had a fantastic stay at John’s property. The house was huge and comfortable, with plenty to keep us entertained! John is a very great host. Would recommend this house for a fun filled weekend away!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Romain G.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Amazing experience
    Thanks a lot, John for your warm welcome. The accommodation is great but most importantly the experience you provide is amazing ! The boat tour on the lake and the sunset cocktail experience on the ridge of your land were just wonderfull !
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

    8/10 Good

    CRAIG M.

    Very pleasant stay
    John was a great host. The boat ride on the lake on the party boat was lots of fun. The house met all of the requirements for our group. The downstairs entertainment area with pool table, foosball table and fire was a great space. The spa was very enjoyable.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023