Pelican Brief is located in Paynesville, just 10 miles from Bairnsdale Train Station and a 12-minute walk from Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club. This vacation home offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony and free Wifi. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking. Slip Bight Marina is a 19-minute walk from Pelican Brief, while Metung Marina is 28 miles from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tracey
    Australia Australia
    Location was very close to town and relaxing with waterfront views.
  • Fuling
    Australia Australia
    Lake view, big room, nice and clean beds, well prepared kitchen with everything you needed. Thank you
  • M
    Margaret
    Australia Australia
    The entire set up was one of the best I have been in (even world wide). The breakfast was a welcome start and appreciated. Loved the view out onto the canal. It was extremely quiet and peaceful. Just great!

Managed by Gippsland Lakes Escapes

Company review score: 8.9Based on 408 reviews from 115 properties
115 managed properties

Company info

At Gippsland Lakes Escapes, we delight in creating the perfect “escape” for you with our unique range of holiday accommodation. From stunning riverfront homes and luxury canal villas to affordable family homes with pet-friendly backyards and peaceful island retreats – there is something for everyone! All our holiday homes are fully equipped with the basic necessities for a perfect stay, including guest linen, kitchen amenities, BBQs, car parking, TV, outdoor eating areas and a welcome guest hamper complete with fresh bread and milk from our local bakery, along with butter, jam, tea and coffee. Our guests have direct access to the Gippsland Lakes, Paynesville, Raymond Island, Lakes Entrance and more!

Property info

Pelican Brief is the perfect place for boat or pelican watching and true relaxation. Offering great style in this sought after setting, with the canal right outside your door. Ideally located, only minutes to the Paynesville shopping esplanade and the beautiful lakes. With all the comforts you require for a great holiday, a living space opening on to the water and a jetty at your doorstep, this is an ideal spot for families, couples or friends to unwind and relax.

Neighborhood info

Paynesville is a small town located on the shores of Lake Victoria, in the incredible Gippsland Lakes region. With cozy cafes and eateries along the waterfront, local speciality shops, and relaxing foreshore walks, as well as vast opportunities to enjoy the vast lakes system with canoeing, boating, fishing & water sports for the whole family, this little town is a favourite holiday destination for people all over Australia. Visit one of the vibrant & bustling monthly markets to try some local produce or enjoy a coffee in the sun, watching the boats sail past.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Pelican Brief
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Air conditioning
Outdoors
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Pelican Brief takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Pelican Brief accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

All guests must sign the property's terms of stay. Gippsland Lakes Escapes will be in touch after booking with their full terms and conditions. Please note that there is a 1.29% surcharge when you pay with a credit card.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Pelican Brief

  • Pelican Brief has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Pelican Brief on this page.

  • Pelican Brief is 1,150 feet from the center of Paynesville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Pelican Brief is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Pelican Brief may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Pelican Brief offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pelican Brief can accommodate this group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.