'At Gippsland Lakes Escapes, we delight in creating the perfect “escape” for you with our unique range of holiday accommodation across the Gippsland Lakes. 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 unique, each thoughtfully equipped for a perfect stay. Our guests have direct access to the magnificent Gippsland Lakes region, Paynesville, Raymond Island, Metung, Lakes Entrance, countryside and more!'

Meningie Homestead is the quintessential country homestead perched atop a hill looking out over rolling hills, mountains, and the Tambo River Valley. Spacious and filled with country charm and character, the name “Meningie” is derived from the Aboriginal word for mud, suiting the home perfectly with it’s earthy mudbrick and bush pole construction. Well set up for a large family or group of friends with six bedrooms and five bathrooms across two wings and plenty of space and privacy for all. The central kitchen, dining, and living room provides space for large group meals and celebrations, and there is a pool table and rustic bar to enhance your evenings. Plenty of stories have been told around the outdoor firepit while enjoying the night sky and starry nights. The fire pit is well positioned near the BBQ along with ample outdoor furniture. Meningie Homestead is also pet friendly, with an outdoor pet-safe area to leave your dogs if you need to head off for shopping or visit the nearby Metung Hot Springs or the local Tambo and Nicholson wineries. A rustic fence separates the manicured lawn from the pastures which roll down to the private beach on the Tambo River. The path down to the beautiful Tambo is well-marked for vehicles or walking. Your group can enjoy swimming, kayaking (byo) and fishing in the river. Enjoy the seating area in the shade if you prefer to relax and take in the view, or the large mowed area perfect for a family game of cricket or Aussie Rules. For those who adore nature, you will enjoy the riverbank revegetation and the billabong/ wetland which are being lovingly restored by the owners. The wetland area is abundant with birdlife and it is not unusual to see the Wedge Tailed Eagles, Kites, and Falcons flying overhead. Wedge Tailed Eagles are the largest bird of prey in the continent of Australia and we have a resident pair nesting nearby.