contact us...

Your hosts Kaye and Bob Munro
Waterholes Guest House
540 Archies Road
Bairnsdale Victoria 3875, Australia

Phone 03 5157 9330
Fax 03 5157 9449
Email inquire@waterholesguesthouse.com.au

useful links...

Lake Gallery Fine Accommodation and Gallery — Luxury accommodation and fine art best describes Lake Gallery at Paynesville. Located on the water s edge, this modern architect designed gallery exhibits Melbourne and regional art.

Culinaire Cooking School — Offers over twenty courses and workshops ranging from a two hour workshop to a two week course. All our classes 'hands on' for a maximum learning experience. We cater for all skill levels from beginner to the passionate dedicated cook.

Mountain Top Experience — Join Ron and Andrea Camier on their exciting 4WD tours of Victoria's High Country and historic gold fields.

Metung Accommodation — Offers the traveller the very best of self contained waterfront villas or apartments, motel style en suite rooms or boutique bed and breakfast accommodation. All are within walking distance from the village restaurants and shops.

Walkabout Gourmet Adventures — Gabriela and Graeme Clarke have been operating personalised walking tours in Australia and Europe since 1986.

Nullamunjie Olive Oil —Nullamunjie is a true single estate olive oil, grown, pressed and bottled on the estate on the banks of the Tambo River at Tongio. The olives are taken fresh from the grove to the press and processed within hours of being plucked from the tree.

Nicholson River Winery — From a humble beginning of their two hectares of planting Ken and Juliet now export their quality wines to Europe. Come and try their award winning wines at their cellar door.

The Omeo Bank House — Features modern comforts with the feel of yesteryear. Three spacious, refurbished bedrooms provide extensive views over the hills and Omeo township.

Enterprise Cruises — The perfect way to see the vast East Gippsland waterways in style. You may wish to take a cocktail cruise with friends, or hire the entire boat for your very special birthday engagement or wedding day.

Gippsland High Country Tours — Ecotours and walking in Victoria s high country. From easy, relaxed pace, day walk ecotours to overnight, backpacking bushwalks for the serious adventurer, you ll find just what suits you!

Snowy Images — Enjoy their selection of photographic products; both cards and prints. Australia s native flora and fauna photographed and presented beautifully. You will find a fresh new look in presentation and subject matter.

Eagles Nest Retreat — a luxury honeymoon getaway in Tasmania close to Cradle Mountain pristine wilderness.

Mount Buffalo Chalet — If you haven't already experienced this Victorian gem, put it on your 'must do' list. A fabulous place summer or winter; spectacular views and great accommodation!

Cowwarr Arts Space — Travelling from Melbourne, or returning, this is well worth a detour through Cowwarr, and a must if you have any interest in the arts or architecture. The large two story Federation Arts and Craft Pise constructed Butter Factory built in 1918 is listed with the National Trust and Heritage Victoria. It has been extensively renovated and converted to accommodate an exhibition space, visiting artists residential studios, coffee bar and a family residence. A great place to visit... tell them we sent you!

Riviera Nautic — For boating holidays on the lakes. This site is particularly useful for visitors and intending visitors to the Gippsland Lakes region, with a wealth of handy information, even if you're not a boatie!

Tourism Accreditation — We are an accredited business - find out what this means.

Ecotourism Accreditation — We are in the process of becoming Eco accredited - find out what this means too.

Lakes and Wilderness Tourism

Great Alpine Road Great touring in magnificent country!

Parks Victoria

Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive

Travelling overseas? We have stayed at and personally reccommend the following:

New York, United States: The Library Hotel.

New Hampshire, United States : The Hancock Inn

Another wonderful stay at the end of our boating holiday. Think it will become an annual event. Thanks Kaye and Bob. — Kathryn Steenson and Mark Dempsey, 2005.