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The Garden Apartments

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The Garden Apartments

Ground-floor living with step-out convenience. A king master bedroom, a flexible second bedroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area that opens straight onto the resort gardens. A short flat walk to the jetty and the heated pool.

Key features

2

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

4

Max Guests

1

Parking

A relaxed stay in Paynesville

Slow waterfront mornings, easy days, and quiet nights — Gippsland at its most welcoming.

Enjoy the comfort of a ground floor stay with easy step-free entry, private jetty access, and scenic resort views. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone seeking convenience and relaxation at Captains Cove.

Amenities

Everything you need for a comfortable stay, organised by area.

Bedroom

Air conditioning & heating
Hairdryer
Iron & ironing board

Laundry & Climate

Washing machine & dryer

Entertainment

Pay-per-view movies
Smart TV with Netflix
WiFi included

Kitchen

Coffee & tea making
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven & stovetop
Cookware & utensils
Full-size fridge
lowered bench

Outdoor

Tennis court
Private jetty access
On-site hire — kayaks & more

Bathroom

roll-in shower & grab rails

Extras to enhance your stay

Add a little something special — available to in-house guests on request.

Sparkling wine on arrival

Room theme packages (romantic, birthday & more)

Kayak hire for exploring the waterways

E-scooter & bike hire

Outdoor games hire

Digital gift vouchers available

Why book direct with Captains Cove

The benefits of booking with us instead of through a third-party site.

Best rate guaranteed

Lowest available price when you book direct with us.

No OTA booking fees

Skip third-party service fees and surcharges

Discounted hire equipment

Direct guests receive preferential rates on kayaks, e-scooters and bikes.

Flexible communication

Talk directly to our team for changes, requests or local tips.

Location

What guests are saying

5
★★★★★
Based on 2 verified guest reviews
★★★★★

"We came for a weekend and didn't want to leave. Loved being able to walk to the ferry and cafés. The team made check-in effortless."

Daniel & Priya
★★★★★

"An absolute gem on the water. The spa bath was the highlight after long walks along the boardwalk. Spotless apartment, thoughtful touches, will return."

Eliza M.
Best Couples' Escape
Ground-floor living with step-out convenience. A king master bedroom, a flexible second bedroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area that opens straight onto the resort gardens. A short flat walk to the jetty and the heated pool.
Where You'll Sleep

Bedroom 1

Master
1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed
or
2 Single Beds (STA)

Inside Your Apartment

Private Spa Bath

Unwind in your private spa bath after a day on the Gippsland Lakes.

Resort View Balcony

Relax on your private balcony overlooking the beautifully landscaped resort grounds.

Espresso Machine

Start every morning with barista-style coffee from your own espresso machine.

Full Kitchen

Prepare meals easily with a fully equipped kitchen and modern appliances.

NBN WiFi & Netflix

Stay connected with reliable NBN WiFi and enjoy your favourite shows on Netflix.

NBN WiFi

Stay connected with reliable NBN WiFi

Smart TV

Stream movies, sports and entertainment on the Smart TV.

Air Conditioning

Enjoy year-round comfort with heating and cooling.

Laundry

Convenient in-apartment laundry with washing machine and dryer.

Life at the Resort

Year-Round Heated Pool

Swim and relax in the indoor heated pool throughout every season.

Private Jetty Access

Fish, launch a kayak or simply enjoy the waterfront from the private jetty.

Electric BBQ Facilities

Cook outdoors using the shared electric BBQ area.

Tennis / Sport Court

Enjoy a game on the full-size tennis court.

Fishing Cleaning Station

Clean your fresh catch at the dedicated fish cleaning station.

Boat Wash Area

Convenient wash-down area for boats after a day on the water.

Hire Equipment

Direct-booking guests receive 15% off kayaks, bikes, e-scooters, pedal boats and more.

Seamless Self Check-In

Your unique keypad code is sent 24 hours before arrival. No waiting, no front desk — just walk in, drop your bags, and start your holiday.

Take a Look Inside

360° Virtual Tour

Video Tour (coming soon)

Guest Reviews
Location Map

Min. Stay

Check-in

Check-out

Cancellation

2 nights on weekends

3:00 PM (self check-in, 24/7)

10:00 AM

Free cancellation up to 7 days before arrival

Best Rate Guarantee -book online direct

Book online direct with Captains Cove and you're always getting the best available rate. No third-party markups, no OTA fees.

15% Off All Hire Gear

Direct-booking guests save 15% on every kayak, bike, pedal boat, e-scooter and outdoor game hire for their entire stay. Explore the Gippsland Lakes for less.

The Gippsland Holidays Team

Book direct and you're looked after by the people who live and breathe the Gippsland Lakes. Real local knowledge, real care — we live it, you'll love it.

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