Stay with Frances and George to experience the beautiful East Gippsland Bio Region where they lived for 20 years.

You may want to learn about life running a B&B like theirs or to learn more about the local community around Orbost.

Experience conservation in practice with their Land for Wildlife and enjoy the local platypus and wide variety of bird species.

As guests you will be supplied with the information you need to enjoy your stay with eco friendly people in a wonderful part of Australia as the owners are happy to share their experience and knowledge of the area and their property.

On the banks of the Cabbage Tree Creek, and provides a tranquil interlude for travellers, for overnight or holiday stays.
Situated 4.5hrs from Melbourne, 3.5hrs from Canberra or 8hrs from Sydney, it's ideally located for travellers between the major east coast cities.

There are 7 National and State Parks to explore, and the Snowy River is just 15 minutes drive.

Platypus Ponds is a licensed premises and serves meals sourced from the on-site organically managed Gardens and Orchard, with fresh hand-baked bread everyday.

Local wildlife include platypus and many species of birds.

B&B are $145/couple QS ensuite $155/couple KS ensuite and $190/3 persons Kingsize plus single also ensuite. All rates include breakfast and all rooms have private deck/balcony.

$35 per additional person
Groups welcome.
We are unable to accommodate
children due to the creek and
plan of the house

There are now over 100 species of birds listed on the property with wonderful photo opportunities.

George and Frances Foster
Email Platypusponds@bordernet.com.au
Phone (03) 5158 1248
Website www.platypusponds.com