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Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet

Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet

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Overview of Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Hoddles Creek, VIC
  • Popular LocationBulong Estate23 min drive
  • Popular LocationPuffing Billy Steam Train42 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Donna Buang48 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet

Only 1 3/4 hours drive from Melbourne CBD, half way between Gembrook and Launching Place, your fully self-contained private 2BR cottage nestled between bush and green fields awaits you. You are free to explore our 40 acres, meet our friendly sheep alpacas, chooks and cows. You can leave your busy city life behind you. Spend the days bush walking, riding Puffing Billy, grape grazing at local wineries, cycling, even snow playing in winter.. then relax and unwind in the spa bath, cook a BBQ whilst watching a spectacular sunset over the ranges. ( NB: Many accommodation places have several cottages-we only have ONE! -so peace and privacy is guaranteed)
Once the stars are out in the clear country sky, the wildlife is active. Wombats, koalas, lyrebirds, kangaroos and bandicoots are some of the animals you'll spot at Hoddles Hideaway. The birdlife is also abundant, no noise, no neighbours, just peace and quiet.

Property manager

Katharine and Mark McLean
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Mountain view
Exterior
The Loft - Cottage Warburton
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
9.2 out of 10, (117 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cup Weekend, minimum 4 night stay No loud Music to be played
It can be used by the confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner.
You may be asked for a photo id, details about your group and purpose of your trip. Booking may be cancelled if any of the above info is not provided

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

This farm stay is located in Hoddles Creek, a neighborhood in Melbourne, and is in a rural area. Martindale Hall Heritage Museum and Tonimbuk House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve and Hoddles Creek Education Area. Consider Swallowfield Winery for a night out or Rayners Stone Fruit Orchard if you're traveling with kids. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hoddles Creek, VIC

What's nearby

  • Bulong Estate - 23 min drive
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 32 min drive
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 39 min drive
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 42 min drive
  • Mount Donna Buang - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 24 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gladysdale Bakehouse - 23 min drive
  • Forest Edge Restaurant - 15 min drive
  • Gladysdale Pies - 23 min drive
  • Gembrook Hill Vineyard - 15 min drive
  • Cap & Apron Tea Rm - 16 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Cottage
We had an incredible Easter weekend getaway at the charming pink cottage in the midst of serene countryside. As a family of four, including two young children aged 5 and 3, it was the perfect escape from our busy routine. The spacious surroundings allowed our kids to frolic freely while we savored moments by the fire pit with a glass of wine. Our days were filled with delightful activities such as feeding the farm animals, leisurely walks, engaging board games, and indulgent BBQs for breakfast and dinner. Exploring the nearby waterfall, rainforest gallery, and quaint local cafes added to the adventure, alongside peaceful strolls through the bushes. The cottage itself was impeccably clean, and our hosts were readily available whenever we needed assistance. It truly was an unforgettable experience, and we're already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Blissful getaway
The most tranquil scenic property, very clean and comfortable accommodation with the best host! Absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with amazing views and spectacular sunsets ❤️ 12/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful place
We loved our week long stay at Hoddles. It is a lovely property and so peaceful. The animals and wildlife around the property make it a really unique experience. The owners and farm manager are really helpful and friendly. Couldn't have been any better. We would have happily stayed for longer. If you like nature and peace and quiet, this is the place to be. We fed the rescue animals (sheep, cows, chicks, alpacas) and also saw the Koala and so many birds. We had the best week here - thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent getaway
A very peaceful getaway. With a beautiful clean house with everything you need! A great way to disconnect for a couple days
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Great location, so quiet and peaceful. Beautiful house with great layout and everything we needed 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Katharine and Mark McLean

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We are nature lovers who sought a tree change from the busyness of city life!
Nothing makes us happier than welcoming people to our quiet and private property where they have peace and quiet and the chance to relax in nature and enjoy the birdsong and serenity. A farm tour includes meeting and feeding all the pet animals and spotting wildlife, such as koalas and kangaroos and a wonderful array of bird life.

Why they chose this property

We love the peace and quiet and every day moments enjoying birds and animals and the view over the pasture/scattered bush to see amazing sunsets from the deck of the cottage.
yes, despite the tranquillity, it's not far to enjoy all the lovely places in the area-Warburton river precinct, local wineries, The Dandenong Ranges' cute villages and gardens, the snow in winter and of course Puffing Billy and Healesville sanctuary.

What makes this property unique

We are unique as we only have the one cottage on the property so guests truly feel they can fully relax and absorb the serenity without fear other people being close by. Yet, if needed, we can show you the animals and you can have a free farm tour to meet all our lovely pets-cows, alpacas, sheep and hens. We don't eat them! They are living out their days meeting guests and relaxing! Such lucky animals! People are also surprised with how close we are to Melbourne ,:yet they feel they are in the middle of the country-with no one around for miles! So its an easy destination!

Languages:

English, German, Spanish

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