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Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting

Family-friendly holiday home in Melbourne

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Barn viewed from the dam.
The barn looking west amongst rolling hills.
Front deck looking north to the stables.
Property grounds
The barn in its spectacular rural setting.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Red Hill, VIC
  • Place, Kangerong Nature Conservation Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Marion Rosetzky Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Phillip Estate
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting

This charming barn style house sits between vines and olive groves with stunning views of the surrounding hills and dam. The house features a downstairs open plan living and dining area with kitchen and laundry/mud room. Upstairs are a bathroom and two airy bedrooms with pretty farm views (master with doors to balcony).
There is a new Weber BBQ and Nespresso coffee machine. Basic pantry items kept in stock.
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Sorry, no wedding or party requests or wedding eve/night bookings please.

The barn is located on one of the quietest roads in Red Hill. Situated on a rural property, your nearest neighbours are a small herd of cows on one side, horses on the other. Birdlife abounds on the property's dam. You won't hear traffic noise and can wake to birdsong. The views of rolling hills are spectacular.

You are welcome to roam the barn paddock which incorporates the olive grove, vines and picturesque dam. As this is a working farm with operating machinery and cattle, please stay within the expansive barn paddock and leave any gates as you find them (open or closed).

Restaurants, wineries and food stores are within a short drive. Port Phillip Bay and Westernport Bay are equal distances away. A number of beaches are no more than 15 minutes drive.
Our favourite restaurant, Polperro, is just around the corner. Foxy's Hangout, another favourite, is perfect for lunch (and where our grapes get made into wine). Get great coffee and gourmet food at Red Hill Cellar and Pantry - the area's loveliest supermarket in Red Hill South. Visit Johnny Ripe for the best apple pies ever.

Guests are required to provide their own towels and bedlinen (top and bottom sheets and pillowcases for a king bed and four singles).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
- No parties and no gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Note from host: - No parties and no gatherings
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property # 4847289

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Red Hill, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area. Peninsula Hot Springs and Port Phillip Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balnarring G95 Bushland Reserve and Red Hill South Bushland Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Marion Rosetzky Gallery and Redhill Recreation Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Map
Red Hill, VIC

What's nearby

  • Kangerong Nature Conservation Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bald Hill Nature Conservation Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Marion Rosetzky Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Phillip Estate - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 24 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Bittern Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wombat Cafe & Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪JimmyRum distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pj’s Burgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Two Bays Brewing Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trofeo Estate - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting located?

This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Marion Rosetzky Gallery and Port Phillip Estate. Redhill Recreation Reserve and Red Hill Community Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an ideal location for a beautiful relaxing get away. The host was so welcoming, and the accommodation exceeded our expectations. We hope to visit again and have recommend this gorgeous little place to our friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful winter break here. The views were amazing and the home was very comfortable. Host and property manager were very helpful and accommodating,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at the Barn in Red Hill and once again, the accomodation was excellent. Beautiful property and interiors. Great location. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ardian M.

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

Weekend away

Stunning property in a perfect location with lots to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catie O.

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

Beautiful Stay

Could not recommend the Barn more highly. A beautiful property and house. Very well setup with firewood, eggs, tea and coffee. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike W.

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

Lovely Barn in Beautiful Farm

A very relaxing stay at the barn with a lovely warm open fire, well appointed and in a great area. Our hosts we fantastic helping with any little details and the local area has some amazing cafes and wineries. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary P.

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

Red Hill Barn

Beautiful setting and accommodation! Best country getaway accommodation I've stayed at to date. Will revisit most definitely! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simone R.

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

Beautiful

Such a lovely property, with all the amenities you need for a lovely stay. The views are so beautiful over the valley and it’s so relaxing. The extra touches by the host (fresh flowers, eggs, soaps) add to the overall stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Wedding, Wine and Waves

Loved this escape. Picturesque private location. Every window had a view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael F.

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

Lots of beautiful memories made

We had such a lovely stay at Kristines property. We were lucky enough to see the cutest Lambs which the kids loved watching. We were well looked after and enjoyed playing with the kids on the grass each afternoon and keeping cosy by the fire each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

A beautiful and quiet spot on the Mornington peninsula for relaxing and exploring the area.

We enjoyed the fire, the quiet and checking out nearby wineries, galleries, food stores and cafes. The Barn is clean and beautifully maintained with thoughtful additions of leafy vege and herbs left for us to enjoy. The owner was great to deal with and very responsive. We would definitely do it all again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

The Photos were accurate

Nice place with nice bush views. As per other reviewers not providing bed linen was a pain as we do not have a king size bed and sheets. We had to take an extra suite case just for linen, which was not a problem as we drove from Sydney but if you were flying would be a hassle.Great supermarkets in the area and some nice walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barrie C.

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

Happy

Very good but having to taken bed linen , considering the price charges, seem a nit mean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Beautiful stay

This barn was the most beautiful property our family has stayed in. Very clean and organised. Has everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele Y.

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

Perfect

We loved our 2 night stay at the Barn. Everything from the quiet surroundings, the spacious living areas, the comfortable beds, the helpful recommendations and the lovely host was spot on. Will certainly be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clayton P.

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

A wonderful home in a spectacular location

Our stay was wonderful and we’d fully recommend the property and the surrounding location as a place to relax and recharge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sonia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Comfortable, picturesque stay

Overall we enjoyed our stay as a family of 4. The surroundings were picturesque and a real escape from the city. Things to note if you’re particular about bathrooms which the photos don’t show. Pros: comfortable beds, excellent fireplace for a quiet afternoon in when the weather turned, good design with mud room and landing zone upon entry, appreciated the amenities including pod coffee machine and washer/dryer. Lovely and tasteful styling just enough not to feel cluttered. Surroundings all to yourself the main selling point here, able to be enjoyed from the deck or upstairs balcony. Kids loved their bedroom and their doonas were plush. Areas for improvement/negatives: Can sleep 6 with the 2 x bunk beds, however the bathroom would struggle to service this many people. Bathrooms make or break a stay for me and I wasn’t a fan of this one; wooden floor with a rug was a strange choice for me. Shower could be improved- showing some wear and tear, and not consistent with the ‘5 star’ luxury ratings some reviewers gave. Sink and tap combo made it hard to wash your face without getting water all over the vanity. Not enough towel rails even for 4 people, a hanging rack for the bath mat would have been good. Free Wifi advertised, but closer to our stay when we received checkin instructions, we were advised the service was limited (namely facebook and instagram can use large amounts of data), so felt we weren’t free to use it. Fine if you’re wanting to completely disconnect, but listing should be updated if this is the policy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda C.

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

Beautiful Barn

Great location, lovely old barn in need of a little tlc but has everything you need and close to wineries and restaurants. The property is surrounded by fields and very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Perfect

This was a gorgeous winter stay Roaring fire Beautiful views 360 degrees Just lovely I would love to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ged W.

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

Serenity

We needed a quiet break close to nature, close to family. This place was perfect for us. Beautiful winter sun through the windows most morning, roaring fire at night. Idyllic. A more reliable internet server is the only area in need of attention. Hosts are excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z.

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

Idyllic, Serene and Romantic... Perfect!

We had the most perfect stay in Red Hill with the most perfect accommodation. The Barn really was as perfect as it looks in the pictures. It was also extremely clean. The gorgeous fire place made it perfect, and there was ample fire wood and kindling supplied. Communications with Kristine were great - she was always punctual and very helpful with her response - thank you! We look forward to visiting again soon and have already recommended the stay to many of our friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

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

Highly Recommended!

My family and I had a wonderful stay for a long weekend and loved every minute of it. The property was gorgeous and every detail attended to, from the fully equipped kitchen and laundry to the wood being fully stocked for the fireplace and flowers in vases. The cleanliness of the property was exceptional and allowed for a lovely and easy arrival. The surrounding grounds are really scenic and plenty of space of picnics and exploring. Kristine was wonderful to deal with and all communication was fantastic and simple. Would highly recommend the property and we would definitely look to stay again when visiting the area. Thanks Kristine!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

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

Red hill - peace and quiet

Immaculate home with wonderful host in ideal county setting close to all things great in red hill. Would come back at a moments notice. Wonderful winter/autumn destination although we had some pretty crazy weather and still loved every moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne T.

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

Lovely stay

Beautiful property that exceeded our expectations and allowed for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

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

Peaceful stay sharing the property with a beautiful kookaburra family!

Great escape to the peace of RedHill.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kristine Lempriere

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We love our little slice of rural paradise in Red Hill and are happy to welcome you to experience it. I worked for many years in hospitality in my earlier career, including in five star hotels. My later career has been in fashion design and interiors. In more recent years we've had some amazing experiences in HomeAway/Stayz properties around the world with our four children.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property instantly and feel so lucky to be part of the Mornington Peninsula. Red Hill is a fabulously central location to experience all that the Peninsula has to offer.

What makes this property unique

There aren't many parts of the Peninsula where you can escape traffic noise. Our quiet country road is one of the few. The rural views are stunning. The feedback we get again and again is that our barn is better than described in the listing.

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English, French, Italian

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