House in Kinglake Central, VIC

Cheeky Fox Retreat, a venue for wellbeing retreats and group getaways

Cheeky Fox Retreat, a venue for wellbeing retreats and group getaways

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The house and view
A grand entrance with undercover parking
Birds eye view
Autumn leaves
Swimming pool with a view!

Overview of Cheeky Fox Retreat, a venue for wellbeing retreats and group getaways

10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12550 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Kinglake Central, VIC
  • Popular LocationDe Bortoli - Yarra Valley21 min drive
  • Popular LocationYarra Valley Chocolaterie24 min drive
  • Popular LocationRochford Wines Yarra Valley37 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cheeky Fox Retreat, a venue for wellbeing retreats and group getaways

Nestled on 50 private acres in the beautiful Kinglake Ranges, just over an hour from Melbourne, Cheeky Fox Retreat offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city for groups and retreats of all kinds for up to 12 people.

As a retreat venue, the stunning mountain views and peaceful farm setting make it perfect for hosting yoga, meditation, and wellbeing retreats, and is an inspiring location for business planning and professional development workshops. We would be delighted to help you create your perfect retreat – be it just for the day, a weekend or even longer. Contact us for a Retreat information pack or to arrange a site visit so you can see if Cheeky Fox Retreat is right for your next retreat.

Cheeky Fox Retreat is also a beautiful place to gather with friends and family, to celebrate a milestone occasion or a girl’s weekend away. Whether you want to lounge by the private pool, curl up with a book in the library, enjoy a movie night in the private cinema, cook up gourmet meals in the well-equipped kitchen, or have our private chef do the cooking for you, Cheeky Fox Retreat has everything you need for a stress-free getaway.

The House & Grounds

Cheeky Fox Retreat boasts six large bedrooms and three bathrooms, providing comfortable accommodations for up to 12 guests. Five of the bedrooms offer luxurious twin share options, while the master bedroom features a king-size bed, plus its own ensuite bathroom.

The spacious living and dining areas, fully equipped kitchen, and additional facilities, including a private cinema, library and solar-heated swimming pool, ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable.

A sun-drenched veranda wraps around the entire house offering views of the ranges to the east and garden views to the west. There is always a perfect place to take a seat and watch the world go by, including a relaxing day bed and sun loungers beside the pool.

The Property

Cheeky Fox Retreat is surrounded by the beauty of the Kinglake Ranges. Set on 50 acres of picturesque farm and bushland, you'll enjoy breathtaking views and ever-changing scenery with each season.

There is a small olive grove, and fruit orchard to discover, with open paddocks beyond, home to our friendly sheep. Explore the private bush tracks in the 20 acres of native bush on the property and delight in hearing the melodies of native bird song while you walk, including kookaburras, cockatoos, magpies and lyrebirds. You may even meet some of the local wildlife on your journey, such as wallabies, wombats and kangaroos.

The night sky is vast and clear, offering incredible full moon and star gazing opportunities, and the sunrises and sunsets are spectacular.

Activities

We take great pride in helping guests and retreat hosts create unforgettable experiences at Cheeky Fox Retreat.

We have a network of local partners and activities that can be added onto your stay, including Yarra Valley wine tours, yoga, massage, workshops, art classes, team building activities, entertainment and more.

Special occasions are enhanced by our private chef dining experience. Enjoy a 3-course meal served to you in the formal dining room with all cleaning up taken care of. You don’t even have to leave the property to experience the nearby Yarra Valley wine region, we bring it to you with an in-house wine tasting provided by a local winemaker.

We also offer a picnic in the paddock experience with everything you'll need to enjoy a beautiful, rustic paddock picnic, including lawn games. Simply add food & drinks and you are good to go!

We would be thrilled to help you ‘build your own Retreat’ for your stay at Cheeky Fox Retreat.

Accessibility

The house is all on one level, however there are two steps to get onto the veranda, which wraps around the house. There are several wide entrance doors that can be accessed from the veranda. Inside, rooms are spacious, and the bedrooms have various bed heights to suit different needs. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, but it does not have a step-free shower or grab rails. Please contact us for a floor plan and to discuss options to support those with mobility limitations - we are happy to help.

Location

Located just over an hour northeast of Melbourne and only 20 minutes to the Yarra Valley wineries, Kinglake is a rural township that feels a world away from the city. The Kinglake Ranges represents the boundary between the traditional lands of the Taungurung people to the north, and the Wurundjeri people to the south. We acknowledge and respect their continuing connection to country and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

The region offers a diverse range of nature-based attractions. Discover the majesty of the Kinglake National Park, explore its walking tracks and stunning waterfalls, and embrace the cooler climate that comes with being some 600 metres above sea level.

The Kinglake township, a short drive from the property, has everything you’ll need to enjoy a stress-free time away, including a small supermarket, pub, takeaway, cafes and boutique retail shops.

Guest Access

Your group will always have exclusive access to the house and immediate grounds, including the swimming pool. Guests are welcome to explore the wider property, however, note that your hosts also reside in a separate dwelling on the property, and as it is a working hobby farm, may be seen in the paddocks tending to the sheep or walking the dog during your stay.

Guest Interaction

As your hosts, we'll be available to work with you and make sure your stay or retreat is perfect in every way.

We aim to greet all our guests on arrival, and we reside in a separate dwelling on the property (well away from the house) so won't be far away if needed.

Other Details

Before we accept your booking, we will want to know a bit about your group and plans for your stay. Please provide this detail when enquiring.

In addition to the availability shown on the calendar, we may also have tentative bookings held for other guests. Please enquire with us to ensure your preferred dates are available, even if they appear to be on the calendar.

The nightly rate quoted is inclusive of 10% GST

Property manager

Linda & Jason

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Electric car charging station
Solar energy
LED lighting (80% minimum)
Locally-owned tours and activities
This information is provided by our partners.

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children are counted in the 12 person maximum

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside but there is an ashtray outside
No loud music after 11pm.
Your booking is for the maximum number of guests that we have agreed, no visiting guests are allowed unless by prior arrangement.
No aerial drones are to be flown on the property, unless otherwise agreed.

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
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 021/2016/00000629/001

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Kinglake Central

Located in Kinglake Central, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sutherland Estate Winery and Shaws Road Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Funfields and Alowyn Gardens. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting, mountain biking, and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • De Bortoli - Yarra Valley - 21 min drive
  • Yarra Valley Chocolaterie - 24 min drive
  • Yering Station Winery - 28 min drive
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 35 min drive
  • Rochford Wines Yarra Valley - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Wallan Station - 38 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe M - 4 min drive
  • Cappa Rossi's - 4 min drive
  • Kinglake Pub - 4 min drive
  • Emberz Cafe - 8 min walk
  • Kinglake Range's Cafe - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aileen
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Weekend with family.
We celebrated my sixtieth birthday with my four children and partners. This venue was perfect for us ,as was the weather .The view was brilliant morning and night . The house was the perfect size for everyone to feel comfortable ,everything provided was perfect and we even saw the cheeky fox sneaking across the paddock!! Thoroughly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
Amazing property with everything we needed to celebrate the weekend of our son's wedding ... both before and after! Could not have wanted a better home away from home as a base.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot wait to go back!
If you have the opportunity to stay here, do it! You won't regret it! We loved EVERYTHING about our stay and made memories to cherish forever. The house is gorgeous, the property is amazing and we felt so relaxed and rejuvenated after our stay. Perfect weekend getaway... we wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Was a beautiful location comfortable home with good amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Linda & Jason

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We are a friendly and respectful couple who are fond of all the good things in life - food, wine, music, films, socialising and travel. We initially bought this property as a country escape and for six years divided our time between here and a unit in the city. However, the pull of the country got us in the end, and we are now proud to call Kinglake home.

Why they chose this property

With family in the area, we were frequent visitors to Kinglake and its proximity to Melbourne made it the ideal location for a country 'weekender'. We fell in love with this property straight away with its large, well laid out house, swimming pool, rural aspect, and incredible views. It was certainly more than we needed but we knew it had the potential to help us realise our dream of living and running a business in the country. So, we took the plunge and now consider ourselves incredibly lucky to be living that dream!

What makes this property unique

The house and property have such a warm, welcoming feel that everyone who visits instantly feels right at home. With several living spaces and six large bedrooms, it is perfect for large groups to spread out while still feeling like a cosy, country farmhouse. The sense of space continues into the surrounding paddocks and bushland on the property, with over 2 kilometres of tracks to explore.
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