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

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 630 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

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

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outside-use receptacle on veranda

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 323 sq ft (30 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets allowed inside but not on furniture.

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
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit
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

Kinross Metcalfe Farm-peace Tranquility House
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About the neighborhood

Map
Metcalfe, VIC

What's nearby

  • Taradale Viaduct - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Piper Street - 22 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Kyneton Ridge Estate - 26 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Hanging Rock Reserve - 36 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 47 min drive - 43.2 km

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
  • ‪Small Holdings - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Pizzeria - ‬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.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Metcalfe vacation home is located on a river, 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 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time had by All!
We love coming here. We normally do 2 trips a year. Our dog seems to enjoy the farm - looking at the cattle and this time we saw kangaroos. Merci loves running around freely. It's a peaceful time for us. We find the place accommodating. It is clean and the amenities are more than adequate. We particularly love the log fire. We will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm stay
Lots of space Kids loved watching for wildlife Thank you for the breakfast supplies
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

aaron b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable farmhouse
Comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm stay
Great relaxing place to stay. Verandah an amazing area to sit
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country charm
Rustic and secluded, far away from all the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penelope R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquillity in the rolling hills
Quainr, Quiet, peaceful and clean holiday accommodation with helpful hosts. Would definitely stay again. Great to be able to bring our puppy too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great brek
Very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent for a country getaway!
The location and the property are both perfect! Marg is a super host and she made us feel very welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann M., Somerville, Victoria AU

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and restful with great country views
Enjoyed a wonderful few days with very comfy old world atmosphere. Great wild life, close to country townships with plenty of personality. Our little doggie also enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Kerri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous country house
It was such an amazing country house! We loved it . The views were amazing and my 6 year old and my mum had the loveliest weekend together, Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kerryn C.

Beautiful location
Metcalfe is a truly beautiful place. 1.5hrs from Melbourne, beautiful rolling hills and incredibly relaxing. We took our 2 labradors who were well appointed to. The dog water bowl, treats and bags were a really nice touch. We stayed on a day that was 38’c. Although there isn’t AC there was plenty of fans & fly screens on all windows to let the cool breeze through. We didn’t struggle at all with the heat. Plenty of privacy and room to explore. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Country Getaway
Amazing location, great old house, great hosts - we will defiantly be back. Lovely to see the Kangaroos in the late afternoon as we walked around the farm. Make sure you visit the Cascades on the Coliban River, just 5 minutes away - amazing rock formations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

karen g., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm house in quiet Metcalfe Victoria
We had 2 days here with our Goldie, Lucy. Even though it was very hot the first day we still enjoyed the huge deck which looks over the valley with gorgeous Angus Cattle, lots of lovely birds, even kangaroos & rabbits. Even had a visit from a snake on the roof. No problems. A lovely breakfast was supplied. If you want a relaxing time away this is it. Not far from Kyneton & Castlemaine. A must for relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Relaxing
A great property, fully fenced for our greyhound to run around in off lead (he got to pretend to play sheepdog too). Great views of the surrounding farmland. An up close and personal encounter with the cows was a bonus! Very friendly owners. Beautiful and relaxing views from the balcony early morning and at sunset. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Moyra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
We were looking for a getaway that wasn't too far out of Melbourne and this little gem in Metcalfe ticked all the boxes. We took our puppy with us who loved being able to run round while being safe in the fenced area. Marg was great to communicate with and everything we could possibly need was thought of including very generous breakfast supplies. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mairead M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing stay!
We really loved staying at this property. It was so relaxing. The house was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. The views from the porch were lovely. Margaret was responsive and friendly. We would definitely highly recommend and hope to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trevor R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Peaceful Night
A great place to chill out and unwind. Very peaceful location. Fire made for a cosy night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Found my happy place.
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Great location and very peaceful setting well away from roads and looking onto rolling hills. House brought back childhood memories of farm living. Loved the big verandah and a decent sized fenced yard for my dog was a bonus. Lovely walks from straight out the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Overnight is definitely not long enough. Beautiful setting, house and awesome fenced yard. All the dogs to enjoy roaming safely. We'll be back for longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

A peaceful spot to relax
This property gives you a chance to get off-grid for a short time and relax in quintessential Australia. Cosy wood fire with all the goodies you need for breakfast. Enjoy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Good value at the price
Spacious, light and airy. 4yo Grandson loved the room to run around in, inside and out. Eggs, bacon, bread, butter and Jams provided were all we needed for our daily breakfasts. Well, actually, would have been even better if there was some salt in the shaker. Coffee maker was supplied but a little surprised that the coffee supplied was just instant - so if you needed something richer, BYO Coffee. We drove up on a hot (mid-40s) day, but the cool change came in with a rush late afternoon and opening the south-facing kitchen windows cooled the house down rapidly.. Not sure how the house will cope with the other end of the spectrum with one space-heater in the entry-hall; there is a fireplace in the living room. NOTE: the property is off-the-grid; they key notable here is there is no microwave to heat things up quickly; nor is there an electric kettle or phone. The beds were VERY comfortable. Overall, so was the house in general. Linen and towels provided were very good. Great collection of indoor games - our 4yo g'son loved the "Kids Scrabble". Thankyou. TIPS for the property owner: the generic description on the HomeAway Page is misleading - e.g. it says WiFi (there is none); the App also says "Ring on arrival for entry PIN and WiFi PIN" - this is not the case - we discovered by trial and error that the house had been left open for us, a bit disconcerting when we expected having to ring up for entry access. All these are just minor gripes and intended to assist the property owner to improve the service/presentation. Overall a very good holiday house at a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019