Snowy River National Park
Follow the legendary river through rugged gorges, mountain ash forest and granite outcrops. Picnic at McKillops Bridge, spot native birds, or simply absorb the silence of one of Victoria’s great wilderness areas.
Explore Snowy River Country.
Orbost sits at the crossroads of river, forest and coast. Cycle the rail trail, fish the Snowy, surf Cape Conran, or explore limestone caves — all within an easy drive of your apartment.
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Nature & Wildlife
Buchan Caves
Explore spectacular limestone formations in the Royal and Fairy caves. Guided tours run daily through chambers filled with stalactites, stalagmites and underground pools formed over millions of years.
Cape Conran Coastal Park
Wild ocean beaches, crystal-clear rock pools and coastal heathland. Cape Conran is one of the best-kept surf secrets in East Gippsland, with empty breaks and campsites right behind the dunes.
Beaches & Water
Marlo
Where the Snowy River meets the sea. Marlo offers sheltered estuary swimming, ocean surf beaches, and four boat ramps for anglers. The local pub serves cold beer and fresh-cooked meals with the locals.
Lakes Entrance
The largest inland waterways system in the Southern Hemisphere. Cruise the Gippsland Lakes, hire a kayak, or walk the footbridge to Ninety Mile Beach. A full day out with fish-and-chip sunsets.
Snowy River Fishing
The Snowy River and its estuaries run thick with bream, perch and mullet. Bring your rod or ask us where the locals are biting this week. Boat and kayak access points are minutes away.
Active & Heritage
East Gippsland Rail Trail
A flat, scenic cycling and walking path following the old railway line from Bairnsdale to Orbost. Ride through farmland, forest and over the historic Snowy River Rail Bridge — Victoria’s longest timber trestle bridge.
Snowy River Rail Bridge
At nearly one kilometre long, this restored timber trestle bridge stretches across the Snowy River floodplain with mountain views in every direction. Stage 1 restoration was completed in 2024, and visitors can now walk the full length.
Orbost Town & Local Produce
Orbost’s main street is a short stroll from the apartments. Browse the bakery, grab coffee from a local roaster, or stop in at the craft brewery. The monthly farmers’ market brings Gippsland producers into one place.
At a glance
How far from your front door?
- 10 km
- Marlo beaches & pub
- 15 min
- Snowy River National Park
- 25 min
- Cape Conran surf
- 46 km
- Lakes Entrance
- 45 min
- Buchan Caves
- 1.2 km
- Orbost CBD & rail trail
- 5 km
- Snowy Rail Bridge
- 0 min
- Snowy River fishing
When to visit.
Summer (Dec–Feb) — Warm days perfect for beach trips to Marlo and Lakes Entrance. The rail trail is at its best in the early morning light.
Autumn (Mar–May) — Mild weather, fewer crowds, and the Snowy River fishing season in full swing. The colours in the national park are spectacular.
Winter (Jun–Aug) — Quiet, crisp days. Ideal for cave tours at Buchan, whale watching from the coast, and long evenings by the fire back at the apartment.
Spring (Sep–Nov) — Wildflowers across the heathlands, migrating birds, and the first warm days returning to the coast.
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The Snowy River, the coast and the high country — all within easy reach. Send your dates and we'll match you to the right apartment.
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