Austral Place 88 over Merri River provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18300 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
The current price is AED 585
AED 585
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Austral Place 88 over Merri River
Austral Place 88 via the Merri River is situated in Dennington 3km on the Port Fairy side of Warrnambool CBD one block North of Princess Hway There is a newly built Woolworth's complex nearby with doctor/chemist, coffee cafe, takeaway shop & bake-house opening hrs 7am to 10pm; We also have a Post Office & Milk Bar adjacent to the apartment. Walking distance from picturesque Merri River and boating facility which is renowned for brown trout fishing, A new Recreation Reserve which overlooks the Merri river has a children play ground, electric barbecues & WC this facility is within walking distance of the apartment with local Rowing,Kayak and Lawn Bowls club's being near by, Tower Hill Wildlife & Nature Park is approx 10km with renowned town of Port Fairy a further 13km westerly on the Princess Highway, The apartment is disability & wheelchair friendly with no stepping/ramps including wide open shower's to bathrooms and en-suites,Bedding can be arranged to suit large family's or extra guests as might be required where possible,each bedding areas have private bathrooms with queen size and single beds set as required for our guests The apartment is centrally heated throughout and thermostatically controlled also air conditioning for summertime comfort, there is a 50" 3D TV with theatre sound plus 3D blue ray DVD, Sony hifi CD player with Bluetooth and 250 CDs set in the main living room also has TV's in kitchen/dining, Mezzanine/children retreat & bed sitter room.
N.B. Internal Music Hifi & stereo sound system must have sound volume turned down to an appropriate level after 10pm as not to interfere with our nearby neighbours, approval is required to have additional guests and or visitors not previously booked staying at AP88. Arrival time from 3pm. with departure 10.00 unless alternative times have been approved on request, Wifi is available free with off street parking for multiple vehicles,
This property will not accommodate bachelorette/bachelor or similar parties. - This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise :- Austral Place 88 via Merri River is for Family & Group holiday accommodation, :- Only guests booked in permitted entry at Austral Place 88 via Merri River unless management has been previously notified,
We specialise & welcome our guests who are Holidaying on the Great Ocean Road or Overseas travellers to South West Vic, We also welcome guests working long or short term in the area, Warrnambool Premier Speedway personnel & followers specially catered for with expansive secure off street parking, Port Fairy folk festival visitors most welcome for early bookings, A bed/sitter suite with Ensuite & A/Con compliments the apartment and is used when required for extra guests (re travelling with family,parents or friends) and is semi self contained, The Bed/sitter is set with 2 queen beds 1 Ksingle & 1 single, Austral Place 88 is strictly a non smoking home/apartment with an outdoor smoking area provided, there is a peaceful outdoor North facing living area which takes advantage of the early morning sun, Gas cooking range & Webber BBQ plus wash sink is supplied to this area for guests use, We have a large secured open off street parking area, Office and work area is available for guests on request,
Logan Beach Whale Sanctuary is a gracious to watch the whales during our winter period with Southern Right whales traveling from Antartica to have their young along our beach line.
Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve is 10km from Austral Place travelling towards Port Fairy on Princess/HWay
Meet koalas, emus, kangaroos,wallabies and many species of waterbirds roaming freely in Tower Hill State Game Reserve, which sits inside an extinct volcano formed some 30,000 years ago. Declared Victoria's first National Park in 1892, Tower Hill is the ideal place for visitors to experience the Australian bush, enjoy magnificent scenery and landscapes while getting up close and personal with some of Australia's most iconic native birds and animals including emus, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and seasonal reptiles. The Reserve and its plethora of wildlife provides visitors with the rare opportunity to witness animals at close range in their natural habitat. This, combined with guided tours to learn about Aboriginal history and cultural heritage provides a unique eco-tourism experience. Worn Gundidj guided tours are available everyday at 11am and 1pm. Attractions on offer include walking tracks, picnic facilities and lookouts. Wildlife haven Wander through more than 300,000 trees that provide a natural habitat for many animals. There are over 200 kangaroos and koalas in this tiny crater-bound ecosystem, and many live around the visitor car park. Boardwalks, nesting boxes and a birdhide have been constructed to assist bird watchers in catching a glimpse of many birds, including chestnut teal, musk ducks,emus,bird life,Wallabys,echidnas,
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Portable shower seat
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near the bay
On a river
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Austral Place 88 via Merri River Guesthouse Dennington
Austral Place 88 via Merri River Guesthouse
Austral Place 88 via Merri River Dennington
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Austral 88 Via Merri River
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Austral Place 88 via Merri River Dennington
Austral Place 88 via Merri River Private vacation home
About the neighborhood
Located in Dennington, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Warrnambool Golf Club and Mini Golf by The Sea are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Belfast C.R. Coastal Reserve and Merri Marine Sanctuary. Traveling with kids? Consider Warrnambool Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Premier Speedway. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby. Visit our Dennington travel guide
Is Austral Place 88 over Merri River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Austral Place 88 over Merri River?
As of 13 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Austral Place 88 over Merri River on 26 March 2026 start from AED 585, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Austral Place 88 over Merri River?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Austral Place 88 over Merri River?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Austral Place 88 over Merri River located?
This family-friendly Dennington vacation home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Belfast C.R. Coastal Reserve, Warrnambool Botanical Gardens and Mailors Flat Antiques. Albert Park and Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Austral Place 88 over Merri River Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Perfect house for groups wanting to stay together but have their own space.
Every summer my extended family spend a week together. This is the best house we have stayed in so far.
Each family had their own room and bathroom.
A beautiful big table that fitted all of us.
Comfortable couches.
Comfortable beds.
Wheelchair friendly for all but one room.
Wheelchair friendly for all bathrooms.
Everything has been thought of. The house has everything you could possibly need.
Beautiful and clean.
Lots of thoughtful details and extras provided including a lovely gift on arrival.
We’d love to stay again.
We also loved the electric piano as our family consists of many musicians.
Thank you Debbie and Ron
Austral House was a great place for our family of 12 to stay for 2 nights. Very comfortable, warm and fitted out with all amenities we wished for.
Would definitely stay again
The place was perfect for several families having each their own rooms & bathroom. Walking distance to supermarket & hosts were very friendly & helpful.
Everyone loved the stay. Debbie & Ron were wonderful hosts
Property is spacious and have everything we need. Ron and Debbie were very responsive to my questions prior to the booking and during our stay. Everyone of us wished stayed longer.
Deb & Ron we're amazing thoughtful hosts and replied asap to any query. Austral 88 is divine, everything you need and big enough to get lost in!
We loved out stay, will be back!
Austral Place is truly the best holiday accommodation I've ever stayed in.
Ron and Debbie are kind and attentive hosts. The house is spotlessly clean, it's huge and very generously appointed.
The perfect holiday house for family groups.
Can't recommend it highly enough.
Highly recommend this flexible, well stocked property with friendly, welcoming hosts.
This house is great, the space, the facilities. The kitchen is well stocked, their are extra towels, blankets, pillows, flexibility with sleeping arrangements, the house was clean, with a lovely welcome basket; the hosts have really thought of everything a large gathering of family or friends could c all for. Often you stay at a large property like this and their aren’t enough crockery, cutlery etc, not the case here, highly recommend.
Sandy V.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
5 October 2015
Spacious, neat family friendly
Two families stayed and there was different zones for kids and parents. Bob was very welcoming. We felt very much at home. The house is lovely and we would definitely recommend it
Absolutely fantastic setup for a group, by far one of the best places we’ve stayed in!
Everything you need is available and the property was very clean. Already have this earmarked for a return 2 or 3 family trip later in the year.
Highly recommended!!
We had such a good night away, the place was amazing as well has the history of the building. Debbie and ron made sure we were all comfortable. Will definitely check in again
Excellent property, generously stocked with necessities and extras. Lots of space
Andrew W.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jane G.
22 November 2018
Best holiday house we've ever stayed in. Everything you could need or want.
The house is HUGE and has everything you could possibly need or want for a trip away from home. The owner Rob was very welcoming and generous and keeps his property well stocked with toiletries, pantry basics, linen and towels. He also has great local knowledge and pointed us in the direction of some hidden treasures. A fantastic house with room for everyone to spread out and have their own space.
Loved being there. We spent 5 days , 4 nights with 2 other families, 13 of us in total. With plenty of room for a 4th family. Had all the required ammenities, plus close to all the attractions. Cannot recommend highly enough. Debbie and Ron were awesome and lovely to deal with.
Theodore D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jane G.
23 April 2018
A Beautiful house
This is a beautiful house and Robert and Dianne spare no expense when it comes to comfort. Lovely linens and very soft towels.Perfectly suitable for a wheelchair user such as myself. I would thouroughly recommend this house for as many nights as you have available, I wish we had stayed longer.
Jane G.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Marnie S.
7 September 2015
Fantastic Property- terrific hosts!
This is an amazing place to stay, its bigger than you expect, beds are great and very clean. Bob and Di are truly wonderful to deal with from the very first email to all the thoughtful little bits that were left for us to enjoy. Our only pity was that we were not staying longer!! Next time for sure! Thank you Bob and Di
Marnie S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Shannan B., Broken Hill
8 February 2016
Fantastic Property!!!
We had a group of more than one family and the place was perfect! The location was perfect with easy access to everything Warrnambool has to offer. Great place for speedway Travellers to even though it's on the other side of town to the track it's a straight through trip and very easy to get there. From booking to our stay and everything else Bob and Di were the perfect hosts and I cannot rate them highly enough. We've already made another booking for our next trip!! A must stay location!! Thanks a million Bob and Di.
Shannan B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
svetlana w.
27 January 2016
Absolutely Beautiful
We have spent three days from the 10th to the 13th of January. The place was very spacious and clean. It presented beautifully with many extras which is above our expectations. The owners are very kind, friendly and helpful. If the place was not to be booked the day after us we would have stayed longer. We have to say it was a very delightful stay.
svetlana w.
10/10 Excellent
02/04/15 0.
23 April 2019
Fantastic property for large family
Rob gave us a warm welcome and advised us that he was available if anything was required. The house was excellently presented and and immaculately clean. All the things that were mentioned in advertisement were included. Plenty of room for our family of 16 persons. We would strongly recommend this house.