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👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK

Trade city life for nature's serenity. Discover local wineries and wildlife on your doorstep.

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK

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.


For the November/December Special, please note that it is subject to availability.




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

Property manager

Katharine and Mark McLean

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1938 sq ft (180 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hoddleshideaway farmstay40 Acres of Peace/privacy
Hoddles Hideaway Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy
Hoddles Hideaway , Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy Melbourne
107556

About the neighborhood

Map
Hoddles Creek, VIC

What's nearby

  • Blue Lotus Water Garden - 23 min drive
  • Bulong Estate - 23 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 - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Forest Edge Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gladysdale Pies - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bulong Estate - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Gembrook Hill Vineyard - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve, Hoddles Creek Education Area, and Nangana Bushland Reserve. Shepherd Creek Natural Features Reserve and Swallowfield Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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👩‍🌾 🫏Nov/Dec Special: Early Check-In and late Check-Out FARM STAY!! GEMBROOK Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Had a lovely stay - very homely and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

david H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Loved every minute of it, clean, secluded and fun with animals all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kath was a lovely host at this property, great communication in the lead up to the stay and also a really great suggestion for lunch in Gembrook on the way to the property from Melbourne. She also helped us to visit and feed the sheep, alpacas and pigs during our stay which our son absolutely loved. The cottage is homely and has amazing views. It’s so peaceful and quiet. A long way from the shops and town but that’s exactly what we were after! We would love to come back one day soon :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet getaway
Animals were great. The cottage is cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and cosy!
I stayed here for a few nights and the location was perfect. It was peaceful and a cosy place for me to escape to for a few days. Great place to go away to!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for two couples
We had a wonderful country stay here. It was just what we were looking for to get away from the city and appreciate Victoria's countryside again. The house is perfect for two couples and the owners are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelley k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed and recharged
Home was clean and had everything we needed. Great hot tub and had an amazing sleep due to bed being so comfy. Loved the peace and quiet. This is the place to come if you want to reconnect with family or just be in the moment. There is no WiFi which wasn’t too bad as it allows you to switch of from your phone and enjoy what is right in front of you. Will definitely return again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayanthy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
It was weekend getaway was enjoyed by all of us. The accommodation was clean, well presented with everything we need. We will return to Hoddles Hideway for sure..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Such a peaceful and grounding getaway. Perfect place to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and simpler things.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend
My wife and I wanted a quiet getaway and we got exactly what we desired.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aravind Ghosh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience in the woods
Had a wonderful time at hoodles hideaway. Peaceful nights 🙂. Friendly host Kath and caretaker Sherleey. Did learn a bit about widlife and farm animals from Sherlery who was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage views are amazing birdlife was abundance but when the alpacas and sheep came running.
Beautiful scenery, cosey cottage great views plenty of wildlife and cute sheep, alpacas and cows
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheree C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at hoddles hideaway! It was warm and cozy. We especially loved the cows, sheep and chickens. We were lucky enough to be given 6 freshly laid eggs for breakfast which was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the adorable cottage! From the colour of the house to the views, from the cows to the native birds - It was so quaint and peaceful. Cannot wait to return with my two small kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanja v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax and unwind
Great spot to be in nature to relax and disconnect a bit. Lovely animals and the house had everything you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reset weekend
This property was just what we needed to leave our busy lives behind and reset!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Great time, very relaxing property, super peaceful and quiet. Great communication from property manager too. Thanks :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay for a long weekend
We stayed here for a long weekend & loved it. House was clean & bathrooms were renovated. So much wildlife! We had a koala in a tree right outside the house, beautiful birds, adorable wombats plus the cows, chickens, sheep & llamas that we were given seeds & pellets to feed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Peaceful and therapeutic time away
My husband & 2 year old immensely enjoyed our time away at Hoddles Hideaway. It was the perfect 3 nights away from the city to reconnect with nature and spend quality time together. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sonja N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hoddles hideaway
Very comfortable accommodation in the most tranquil and beautiful surrounds. A highlight was finding a koala in the trees next to the house. Check in was super easy and Kath was very helpful and accommodating. Will definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem close to the city
Katharine and Mark were super communicative and accommodating. We had a wonderful time and saw a LOT of wildlife, despite the recent storms that cut off the power for our entire stay there. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona G.

Peaceful, tranquil country getaway!
We loved staying at Hoddles Creek. Kath made sure we had everything we needed prior to arrival and house itself and amenities were excellent, very comfortable and clean. We met the sheep, llamas, cows and chickens, and our daughter loved the flying fox. Would recommend to anyone looking for a country escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018