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Heritage country cabin

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....she's a place that's caught my heart....
In 1877 Rebecca built her shop....
....but she's not a shop any more .....
....she's a retreat from the world, tucked away here, in plain sight.
And as night falls....

Overview of Heritage country cabin

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Maldon, VIC
  • Popular LocationMaldon Railway Station1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMain Street8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMount Tarrengower Lookout7 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)92 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Heritage country cabin

A beautiful little house that was once a fruit shop, in a delightful goldfields town. From 1877 to 2019, Shopkeeper's is now another world, a beautiful place of the handmade, the local character, and lots of preloved bits and pieces. It's a place to love, a place to write, a creative and reflective space, tucked away here in Maldon.

The Shopkeeper's House has been carefully rebuilt and decorated to share. There are special textiles - handmade and antique, a quality sound system (with a turntable + vinyl!), focussing on the locally-made and hand-made. All sorts of interesting books and mags, eclectic music, and lots of games. Oh, and lush beds.

Most things have had a previous life, because they have the most character - just like Shopkeeper's. We prefer reusing and recycling, and anyway, pre-loved is just better.

Super-cosy in winter with both wood-fired and gas heating and the split-system keeps things cool in summer. Shopkeeper's is the perfect space for 2 people and lovely for 4. Lots of games, a large garden that's always changing, and walking and cycling trails just around the corner. This is the place to come to balance out your busy life; to be in the country; where time slows just enough to really get away.

On Instagram @shopkeepersmaldon.


Please note:
2 night minimum stay except festival weekends. Pets welcome by arrangement (please note that a $50 cleaning fee applies).
Shopkeeper's isn't suitable for most small people - please children 15yrs+ only.

Property manager

Jamie Heffernan

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Terrace/patio
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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10.0 out of 10, (56 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Please contact us to confirm.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Maldon

This vacation home is located in Maldon. Maldon Railway Station and Beehive Mine Chimney and Mine Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Main Street and Buda Historic Home & Garden.
Map
Maldon, VIC

What's nearby

  • Maldon Railway Station - 1 min walk
  • Beehive Mine Chimney and Mine Ruins - 5 min walk
  • Main Street - 8 min walk
  • Maldon Golf Course - 19 min walk
  • Mount Tarrengower Lookout - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Muckleford Station - 12 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Maldon Lolly Shop - 9 min walk
  • Maldon Hotel - 8 min walk
  • Maldon - 8 min walk
  • Cherry's Ice Creamery - 9 min walk
  • Berryman's Cafe & Tearooms - 8 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Weekend Away
We booked this property for a weekend visit to Maldon to surprise my Dad, whose grandparents lived in the town, for his 70th birthday. The property was fantastic - like stepping back in time. The beds were extremely comfortable and we loved the little touches put in place by the owners like local produce and notes of what to do in/around town. The owners also went the extra mile organising champagne from Avoca and an amazing cake from the local bakery to be placed in the fridge upon arrival - and being dog friendly we were able to ensure our 4 year old golden retriever Charlie (very much part of the family) was able to come with us! I couldn't recommend the property highly enough - and Jamie and Kate make checking in and communicating in the lead up to and throughout the stay a breeze. A gem of a property run by really charming, friendly people!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Loved this cottage and especially the quaintness and special touches. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beaut stay in Maldon
This is the most gorgeous quaint cottage with a lovely garden on the side, perfect for us and our dogs! We loved the little extra touches like quality local cheese, olives, and sparkling rose, and being able to go down the nostalgia road with the record player! The beds were comfortable with linen and blankets. I did get a shock when I found out there was no wifi as I needed to download a document, but managed to do that on my phone. It would have been nice to use it to get Netflix when the TV was full of Carols and replays. Another little issue was that the dining table was extremely wobbly, so much so we could not eat on it, so pretty as it is, it either needs replacing or fixing. No biggie though! We really loved the cottage and would heartily recommend it to anyone needing a romantic break in the countryside!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Maldon
The accommodation was excellent and as described. Maldon is a great spot to spend some time. This place comes highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LISA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the most quality places we’ve stayed in.
We had a lovely time at the Shopkeeper's Quarters. The house is charming, cosy and filled with interesting antiques and trinkets. We had everything we needed - plenty of firewood, towels, luxurious bathroom products, a great selection of tea and a wonderfully generous welcome hamper. The beds were very comfortable with beautiful linen sheets in fact all the soft furnishings made the house feel welcoming and cosy. It's clear that a lot of thought and care has gone into decorating and outfitting the house to make it a very pleasant and comfortable stay. The yard is spacious and attractive too, especially on a sunny afternoon. We were able to bring our cat Roy with us, and he quickly settled into life at the Shopkeeper's Quarters, and we found it a very pet-friendly place to stay. The cottage is also only a short walk from Maldon's main street. Overall, we would thoroughly recommend the Quarters to anyone looking to stay in Maldon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jamie Heffernan

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Why they chose this property

Why this home? Because it's such a distinctive feature of the town, one that everyone knows and loves. We love that it has a former life as a shop with its distinctive shop window. It's comfy and modern in all the right place, and has lots of vintage and antique bits and pieces that reflect our interests. It has lots to keep you occupied here - but it's also so close to town, and right at the start of the Maldon-Castlemaine trail if you're feeling active. And we love that it's right by the station, with the choof of the steam as it comes and goes, and that horn tooting in the distance - we're sure you will too!

What makes this property unique

The Shopkeeper's Quarters you see is the outcome of extensive restoration and rebuilding. The funny little old cottage that was about to collapse has become a lovely place to be, with heaps of care and attention to detail that has made it the special experience it is. It's where the best of old Maldon, meets modern needs... A quirky old cottage with a wet room and modernised kitchen; a turntable to spin a disc of jazz or bluegrass; those beautiful linens and antique quilts and fabrics. And of course the location, with walking trails into the reserve, or into town, right at your doorstep.
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