Bylands Cottage. Historic home with Tambo River views | House in Swan Reach

9.6 (37 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Swan Reach House | Bylands Cottage. Historic home with Tambo River views

3 Bedroom House in Swan Reach

Bylands Cottage offers sweeping views of the Tambo river which can be enjoyed both from the vast front deck or from the comfort of the home.
The Tambo River is located right across the road from the cottage with water access via a 2 small platforms suitable for fishing within a 2 minute walk.
Metung is 5 minutes away, Lakes Entrance is 15 min and the Johnsonville waterfront precinct, which includes a boat ramp and jetty is located just under 5 minutes away. Bairnsdale is also only a 15 min drive.
The Metung Hot Springs, as well as the Metung golf course are also just a 7 min drive from the property.
The Cottage sleeps 6 - it is the only residence on the property so you will have not he whole place to yourself and owners will not be looking over your shoulder.
The master has a Queen size bed, bedroom 2 has a double bed and bedroom 3 has a single beds. Sheets and towels are supplied along with all other necessary bedding. A portable cot is also available (guests to supply own cot bedding).
There is a split system for heating and cooling, a wood fire in the lounge room is available for guest use, as well as 3 oil heaters for added warmth and fans in bedrooms for summer use. A box of wood and kindling will be provided every 2 nights for the duration of your stay from the first weekend in May until the end of September.
Tea/ coffee and milk are also provided for the first night of arrival.
The kitchen facilities are basic, but they provide guests with all the necessary items to be able to cook from home or to enjoy the views while cooking a BBQ on the veranda.
The laundry facilities include a washing machine, iron and ironing board. A cloths hose and 2 outdoor lines are also available.
The property is on 1.2 hectares (3 acres) with the house on approximate .4 hectares (1 acre) of this which is fully fenced. The resident alpacas live in the paddock area and if you are lucky will hopefully come over and say hello.
There is also a smaller fenced in area at the back of the house where we securely keep our dog when we go out. A herb/ vegetable garden and a sandpit for the kids are also located in this smaller area where the outdoor toilet is also located (there is also an indoor one).
There is plenty of space available for parking of boats or trailers with a large undercover area also on the property.
The property is dog friendly, but we kindly ask that dogs remain out of bedroom areas and off furniture to help us keep our house clean and fresh for all guests. Guest must supply their own pet bedding. There are also two outdoor dog kennels and we ask that you please pick up after animals prior to departing.
Wireless broadband has recently been connected at the property to allow guest Wi-Fi connectivity.
The cottage was first named in the late 1800s by the original owner of the property and was named after Byland Abbey located in Yorkshire, England where he immigrated from. We took over the property in late 2021, began renovating and gave the whole house a freshen up to ensure was clean and inviting. We are continually improving the property and are so happy with how our old house now looks.
However, we must stress that the house is over 100 year old and has its quirks. These include a few creaking floorboards and slight imperfections in the 100 year old doors and walls. Other projects such as the gradual replacement of some windows, that are not as good as they once were, to custom made heritage style but double glazed are continually happening between guests.
This is a self-check in property. Although we don’t live there, we are always just a phone call away should you have any questions.

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, Bedding/Linens, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Swan Reach. Enjoy your stay in Swan Reach at this House.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • 1+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 total pets
Accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village
  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Playground
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: a cot is provided. must supply own cot bedding
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
3 total pets note from host: pets permitted but not in bedroom areas please. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

Reviews

Nicola L.
Jun 27, 2025 06:30:01 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Property was very clean, beautiful place to relax and host communicated perfectly
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