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Lara Lodge

3.5 star property

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Two-Bedroom Suite | Private kitchenette | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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325 Forest Road North, Lara, VIC, 3212
  • Place, Serendip Sanctuary
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, You Yangs Regional Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Cabin | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper

Studio Cabin

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Queen Suite | Private kitchenette | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Deluxe Queen Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two-Bedroom Suite | Minibar, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lara Lodge

This smoke-free cabin features free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. All 4 soundproofed cabins provide free WiFi, free wired Internet and minibars. Kitchenettes with microwaves are standard, and guests will also find patios and flat-screen TVs. Limited housekeeping is available.
Lara Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cabin has kitchenettes with microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Lara Lodge, you're just a quick walk from Serendip Sanctuary. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. Built in 2017, this comfortable cabin has 4 cabins. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchenette in each cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabins with kitchenettes, patios and flat-screen TVs
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Serendip Sanctuary and a 4-minute drive from Kevin Hoffman Walk
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Geelong cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Cot: AUD 10 per night

Kitchenette

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Minibar

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 10 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 4 units
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Built in 2017
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Lara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great checkin Cabin was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing place to stay, quiet, easy parking and well maintained, highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, convenient, the owners were helpful and warm, facilities were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Worth the stay

Great accommodation Quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great facility, area. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exactly what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cabin my family and I stayed in would recommend Will cgo me back again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect stay comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Like how peaceful the place is.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haydn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property away from town. Also close enough to head out for dinner and enjoying the local area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shakira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was beautiful not a far walk from the shops
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shakira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Cabin was beautiful quite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
After booking at the Corio Motel we decided we needed another place glad we did because this was a little gem couldn’t ask for better
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The serenity and view of the You Yangs Range
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great stay

Great stay Quiet Lovely Needs a cover over the decked area When wet can be dangerous Steps need a rail No bath mats
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great clean place to stay! Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely overnight stay for a bike race very helpful getting extra bed made up very promptly . lovely scenery too .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close access to main road and 15 mins drive to Spirit of Tasmania terminal. Family friendly and very helpful host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication, good amenities, picturesque surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice, quiet location. Clean and comfortable for 6 of us. Easy check in and owner called beforehand to make sure we had his number in case we needed anything at all. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had everything I needed for overnight stay. Shower and bath were great. Loved the book with food, petrol and shop suggestions - very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cosy and quiet area, very peaceful stay. The cabins were bigger and nicer than I expected, had everything you need. Surrounded by horse paddocks and a great place to watch the stars at night. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host is so nice and welcoming. Scenery is very rural but peaceful. A great place to use as a base camp to explore around the area through the day We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024