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Castella Country Retreat - Mudbrick

Castella Country Retreat - Mudbrick

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Property grounds
Front Porch - lovely for breakfast and wine o'clock
Terrace/patio
Front garden - one of many places to sit and relax or enjoy a meal
Property grounds

Overview of Castella Country Retreat - Mudbrick

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Castella, VIC
  • Popular LocationDe Bortoli - Yarra Valley11 min drive
  • Popular LocationYarra Valley Chocolaterie14 min drive
  • Popular LocationRochford Wines Yarra Valley27 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Castella Country Retreat - Mudbrick

A peaceful retreat, set on 7 acres of land adjoining Kinglake National Park. It is located in a secluded valley in the heart of the Yarra Valley, just a little over an hours drive from Melbourne's CBD.

Our 40 year old mud brick holiday house (which has been recently updated) is full of character and charm and comfortably furnished for groups of up to 8. Four bedrooms, two spacious living areas on 7 acres provides plenty of space for 8 guests both inside and out. A well equipped kitchen and dining table for 8 means you don't even need to go out if a lazy weekend away is what you are after.

Wake to the laugh of the kookaburras (and a kangaroo or two feeding in the paddocks if your early enough) and enjoy an array of birdlife which fill the stringybark gums throughout the day. You will be able to hand feed Nathan, the resident magpie, if you bring a little ham with you and Harry and Apu, the alpacas, love a snack of lucerne (provided). Staying at the Castella Country Retreat is a fabulous way to enjoy the Yarra Valley and the great Australian Bush.

Linen is provided, however you do NEED TO BRING YOUR OWN TOWELS.

Sorry, pets and parties are NOT allowed.
Smoking is NOT permitted inside.
The property is not considered suitable for young children.

There is a lot to do and see in the area, local attractions include:

Wineries & Restaurants
Bush walking in the National Parks
Yerring Station (with farmers market)
Yarra Valley Dairy
Four Pillars Gin Distillery
Tarra Warra Art Museum & Winery
Yara Glen & Healesville Races
St Andrews weekly Saturday market
Brunos Garden Art & Sculpture in Marysville
RACV Country Golf Club
Quaint local towns
Antique shops of Yarra Glen

Otherwise the 7 acres of land provides with you with lots of nature and space to wonder and enjoy.

Property manager

Niki Glynn

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Exterior
Yarra Gem - heart of of Yarra Valley, close to wineries and local shops
Washer
Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, (1 review)
Yarra Gem - heart of of Yarra Valley, close to wineries and local shops

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Parties or gatherings of any sort are not allowed either inside or outside of the property.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Castella

Located in Castella, this vacation home is in a rural area. Sutherland Estate Winery and Shantell Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kinglake National Park and Kinglake G134 Bushland Reserve. Alowyn Gardens and Yarra Valley Chocolaterie are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Castella, VIC

What's nearby

  • De Bortoli - Yarra Valley - 11 min drive
  • Fergusson Winery & Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • Yarra Valley Chocolaterie - 14 min drive
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 25 min drive
  • Rochford Wines Yarra Valley - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • De Bortoli Winery - 13 min drive
  • Sutherland Estate - 8 min drive
  • Cafe M - 10 min drive
  • Dixons Creek Cafe Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • Steels Gate Wines - 8 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Property was a great size and met the needs of 2 families. Fully equipped kitchen & laumdry. Feeding resident alpacas was a bonus for the kids. Thanks for supplying ample firewood, & matches to keep us warm all weekend.. Highly recommend this as a family escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayme W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home
We absolutely loved our time! From the moment we pulled in the drive the kids were so relaxed and just loved the outdoor space. We can’t wait to head back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
With the Yarra Valley and Kinglake National Park, literally on your back doorstep. Pure heaven!!
The location, amenities, eco awareness and overall fit of the property are second to none! With a National Park literally at your back doorstep and the wonders of the Yarra Valley but 10 minutes away, this place is truly beautiful and amazing. Nature is your neighbour and Nicki an amazing host. You can do nothing but surrender to relaxation at its best. I would return in a heartbeat and highly recommend this as a must do family chill out session. 6 out of 5 ✨ if it is possible. Congratulations on your beautiful property and what you and your partner have created.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise
We really enjoyed our stay, such a great property, experience and atmosphere. The wildlife and alpacas were a great little bonus. Staying at such a comfy and relaxing house made our weekend even better. Many games of hide and seek, spot the ducks and exploring through the gardens were had, with the special experience of meeting a horse along the road as a neighbour went for a ride. Was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away!
Booked this property for a quiet weekend away. Comfortably accommodated two families consisting of 4 adults and 4 children. Property was lovely and well maintained. Comfy beds, couches and warm wood fire heater. If i was being picky, the only cons were there was no food to feed the alpacas and there was a small leak from the kitchen skylight. This only lasted about 10 mins during a heavy hail storm on the second day. Other than these minor things we all enjoyed our time here and hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Niki Glynn

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