10/10 Excellent
Rick G.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place ever
Rick G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. Peace and country tranquility.
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 630 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Metcalfe, VIC
- Metcalfe Streamside Reserve3 min drive
- Taradale Viaduct15 min drive
- Piper Street22 min drive
- Bendigo, VIC (BXG)51 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
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
Premier Host
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
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 indicated that 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number No
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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 Redesdale Estate Vineyard 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 - 1.9 km
- Taradale Viaduct - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
- Piper Street - 22 min drive - 18.4 km
- Lauriston Press - 22 min drive - 19.1 km
- Kyneton Ridge Estate - 26 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
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
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Elaine H.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful secluded rural setting.
Elaine H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick G.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time had by All!
Rick G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison P.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm stay
Alison P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
aaron b.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable farmhouse
aaron b.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Lorna W.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property with a lovely country view
Lorna W.
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
De-arne W.
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
MRS ANGGIA B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ray L.
10 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm stay
Ray L.
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
Trudy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jay C.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country charm
Jay C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Penelope R.
22 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquillity in the rolling hills
Penelope R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Travis L.
22 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great brek
Travis L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for a country getaway!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann M., Somerville, Victoria AU
23 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and restful with great country views
Ann M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
Kerri Y.
1 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Gorgeous country house
Kerri Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
8/10 Good
Kerryn C.
7 Jan 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Kerryn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
25 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Country Getaway
Michael B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
karen g., Australia
14 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farm house in quiet Metcalfe Victoria
karen g.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Adam T.
30 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Relaxing
Adam T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Moyra B.
28 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Moyra B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mairead M.
2 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing stay!
Mairead M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Trevor R.
28 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Peaceful Night
Trevor R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Helen D.
23 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Found my happy place.
Helen D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
24 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
Julie C.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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.
Languages:
English, French
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