Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility.

3 bedroomsSleeps 630 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Metcalfe, VIC

Metcalfe Streamside Reserve3 min drive
Piper Street22 min drive
Kyneton Ridge Estate26 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come and experience life down on a working Angus Cattle farm. A remote ,peaceful getaway only 1 hour from Melbourne. The secluded renovated retro farmhouse overlooks the rural views of the Metcalfe Hills. Wander down to the creek, watch the birds and kangaroos on this 50 acre cattle property.This is a bird watchers paradise. 15 minute drive to the local towns of Kyneton, Castlemaine, Malmsbury, Redesdale and only 30 mins to Bendigo. Close to the Harcourt-Castlemaine-Maldon 18km bike trail. The entire 3 bedroom house is yours for your stay. Accommodates up to 6 people - children welcome. Children under 5 free. A great holiday starting point to discover Central Victoria for families. 3 bedrooms -1 Queen with electric blanket, 1 double and 2 single beds. High chair available. A country-style kitchen with stove, fridge, cooking utensils and a gas heater. Breakfast ingredients are supplied for 2 days. Tea/coffee facilities are available. Smart TV in the lounge room with a wood combustion fire, and a gas BBQ is available on the veranda along with an outdoor setting. Linen and towels are provided. The house is fully solar-powered and connected to satellite NBN with wifi available. Pets welcome at no cost. Please note: fans available but no airconditioning. Swimming at local Cascades is close by.Maximum stay 5 nights. Base price is for 2 adults, extra people $50 per person. Contactless check-in and check-out.

Property manager

Margaret Naish

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pets allowed inside but not on furniture.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Only outside-use receptacle on veranda

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Metcalfe

Located in Metcalfe, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Kyneton Ridge Estate and Leanganook Track Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Metcalfe Streamside Reserve and Metcalfe Nature Conservation Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Mia Mia Bushland Reserve and Kyneton Botanic Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Metcalfe, VIC

What's nearby

Metcalfe Streamside Reserve - 3 min drive
Piper Street - 22 min drive
Kyneton Ridge Estate - 26 min drive
Hanging Rock Reserve - 36 min drive
Lake Daylesford - 47 min drive

Getting around

Elphinstone Station - 17 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Malmsbury Bakery - 19 min drive
Elphinstone Hotel - 16 min drive
Moto Bean Coffee Roasters - 19 min drive
The Stables Pizzeria - 19 min drive
Small Holdings - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility. located?

This family-friendly Metcalfe holiday home is located on the riverfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Metcalfe Streamside Reserve and Metcalfe Nature Conservation Reserve. Taradale Viaduct and Taradale Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Lorna W.

5 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Property with a lovely country view

This property has a lovely view from the house and wrap around verandah. It is pet friendly and our two little dogs loved running around the yard and walking on lead around the farm. The wood burning stove and gas heater warmed the kitchen and living room really well. Being city people we did miss having internet connection but it was relaxing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

De-arne W.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peace quiet private and wildlife

I really enjoyed my stay here in this beautiful old farm home. My dogs and I loved the location and seeing/hearing the birdlife, and wildlife about was wonderful. The house for one and two dogs was a tad large..but we made it work. Wonderful location for friends or family. Off grid and a great place to catch my breath. The house is old, the wood fire and gas heater kept us toasty as the temperature plummeted at night. Bed was so comfortable. Great breakfast supplies (my only contribution is I would personally prefer peanut butter to jam but that is a personal preference). Thank You so much for the gift of chocolate! very unexpected and appreciated. Eggs bacon bread, tea, plunger coffee, or instant. Plus a basket of treats on offer to purchase (being out of town this was a wonderful addition I did not take up but I was very tempted) For being off grid the water pressure of the shower was great, and hot. Loved staying here and my dogs enjoyed it too. So lovely to be made to feel so welcome all of us, and Treacle and Busby say thank You so much for their Dog treats. so kind.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MRS ANGGIA B.

14 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy evenings by the fire

Absolutely gorgeous farm bushland setting away from the crowd perfect gateway to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend. Thank you to Margaret for the hospitality.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray L.

10 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Farm stay

Great relaxing place to stay. Verandah an amazing area to sit

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy H.

29 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquillity

Isolated in the middle of a cattle farm with just the cattle, kangaroos and kookaburras to keep us company 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Naish

Hi. I am the property manager and live in another house on the property. Formally a school principal I then had a tree change and moved here from Melbourne after my father died to manage his farm. As my parents no longer used the old farmhouse, we decided to renovate and offer a Bed and Breakfast for travellers and those who want to "get away from it all" for a few days on a working country farm.

Why they chose this property

This property is a family property bought by my parents in 1989. They improved the property and added a lot of the infrastructure. My husband and I refurbished the old farmhouse, built our house and now manage the property with the BnB and the cattle.

What makes this property unique

Secluded and yet close to major centres such as Castlemaine and Kyneton and only 30 minutes from Bendigo. An easy 1 hour drive from Melbourne. Close to the Castlemaine - Maldon bike trail and local wineries at Coliban Valley and Sutton Grange. A beautiful rural setting surrounded by 500 year old gum trees and overlooking the lovely Metcalfe Valley.