The Barwon Valley Lodge isa real gem. My wife and I plus family (4 sons and daughters in law + children) 15 in total spenta weekend at Barwon Valley Lodge. The accommodation comprised 2 bedroom units each having well fitted out kitchen plus a lounge room and laundry with washing machine and dryer. Wifi, TV, BBQ A/C and heating. Large grounds with in ground swimming pool, a small lake anda tennis court. Ball and racquets supplied. Across the road - the Barwon River anda large park. Shops nearby. It was a great weekend. Staff friendly and helpful. An easy drive to centre of Geelong and the waterfront. I Cannot recommend this place enough. It was great.