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Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Halls Gap, VIC
  • Place, Grampians National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Pinnacle
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway

"Absolutely exceptional, stylish, superbly located, quiet. Best Airbnb I’ve ever had the pleasure to visit" (review).

Secluded, tranquil, fully self-contained, modern & comfortable, Escape is an award winning, creative, studio-style couples retreat nestled in native bush. Enjoy the spa, cosy wood-fire, tree-surrounded raised deck (my favourite), fully appointed kitchen, a backdrop of the spectacular Grampians & walking distance to Halls Gap.

MORE DETAIL: Yes, 'Escape' is a secluded we have a double block nestled amid the trees giving it a very private feel. Please read our guest reviews - better to hear what they say than have us talk too much ourselves. But suffice to say, our reviews are a delight to us and out of respect for guests, we keep our prices competitive.

About the house: it is modern and quite luxurious, with many more personal creative touches. There is cast iron wood fireplace, a well stocked woodshed, a deluxe luxury spa bath for two, a split system aircon / heater, a raised balcony amid the trees which is one of my personal favourite elements of the house, views of the trees out of every window, a coffee / expresso / latte / cappuccino machine so you can have a decent coffee 'at home' without having to go out and buy one, a fully appointed kitchen with 4 burner electric stove, microwave, kettle BBQ, toastie maker, toaster, kettle, fridge and freezer and a full array of pots, pans, crockery, and cutlery and cooking utensils.

Native wild and bird life abounds - kangaroos, an occasional emu or wallaby, cockatoos, kookaburras, rosellas, all frequent the property and I have planted a number of trees amid the native gums (banksias, grevillias, blossoming gums) which, when they grow, will attract a host of the smaller native birds.

The property is secluded and the house is set in the middle of one of the few remaining double bush blocks in the area. Escape enjoys its own driveway and parking area and very much does feel like an 'Escape'.

Please contact Tim regarding any of the following
* discounts for stays of 7 days or more.
* one night stays.
* staying with infants
* staying with pets.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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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
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

About the area

Halls Gap

Located in Halls Gap, this chalet is next to a golf course. The Pinnacle and Fallen Giants Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre and Halls Gap Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Halls Gap, VIC

What's nearby

  • Grampians National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fyans Creek Loop Trailhead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Pinnacle - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Stawell Station - 24 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barney's Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coolas Ice Cream Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse Flame Brothers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spirit of Punjab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kookaburra Bar & Bistro - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway on 9 May 2026 start from AU$241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heavenly Escape: simply, a lovely getaway located?

Situated in Halls Gap, this golf chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Grampians National Park and Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre. Fyans Creek Loop Trailhead and Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

NADINE W.

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

Great stay

Had a great stay. Love Halls Gap winters with cold misty weather and Heavenly Escape was the perfect place to stay warm and relax with the fireplace and spa. Hope to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Set in the middle of Halls Gap this place was amazing to stay at. Wildlife at your doorstep and such a comfortable quiet clean place with some amazing local photography from the host. Will definitely stay there again. Plenty of information on hand for day trips and places of interest. Everything you will need is supplied just bring food and snacks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren S.

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

Kangaroos & Cockatoos

Excellent stay with the wildlife for company.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

Fantastic

This was our 2nd time staying here, and both times have been amazing stays. Very relaxing getaway, didn't want to leave. Will be returning again soon. Would highly recommend this place to an
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Heavenly Escape at Halls Gap

great property very well situated and easy to walk into the town centre. Loved it would come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslee K.

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

Quiet place to rest

Accommodation was relaxing and just as described. No wi fi so be aware. Lovely area and great local businesses to go to.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

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

Beautiful Spot

Heavenly Escape comes as advertised! Lodgings are spacious, clean, delightfully decored, wonderfully positioned and the hot tub is the perfect size for 2! Timothy was great to deal with, the information was clear and comprehensive. We'd definitely stay her again when in the Grampians!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

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

Amazing time

Our stay here was so amazing little piece of heaven, though the photos made it look a little more isolated than what it is, it doesn’t impact the privacy! Couldn’t really hear anyone else besides them arriving. Was such a great escape would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Peaceful and welcoming

Wonderful open plan with windows looking onto a woodland property. Great location for accessing the Grampians hiking trails. Comfortable and spacious. Nice front deck for kangaroos to hop past! The house was friendly and and communicative. If I have the opportunity to return to Halls Gap I would definitely book it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rosa S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

3 star

When we first entered the property there was a very bad odor, the kitchen was greasy and the bathroom had existing hair on the tiles. It was an ok stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cabin in the woods is perfect. Very special experience. Spacious. Beautifully decorated. Homely. Quiet. Surrouned by nature, kangaroos, birds. Kookaburra's chat each morning in trees nearby. Easy fireplace. Plus split system heater, cooler. Big clean windows with lovely views of nature, the moutain you feel you can almost touch. Spacious bathroom. Clean. A personal touch of a bottle of Shiraz 2 glasses on the table on arrival. We could feel the love of our host Tim through the attention to detail. We LOVED it all so much, we are going back for NYE in a month's time. Cafes fantastic, great coffee, yummy food, such friendly community. You MUST experience the serenity and beauty for yourselves. So relaxing. Balcony deck with chairs lounge chair so you're emerged in nature. Its SO special. Thank you Tim, you are the perfect host. Excellent email communication and tour guide extras. This is truly magical. Please enjoy it as much as we did. We have stunning memories we will always treasure. Much love gratitude to you Tim and our special holiday immersion in nature. xx
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

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

Fantastic Getaway. So Peaceful. Look forward to returning again in the near future.

Very Neat and Tidy. We loved the art work on the walls, and of coarse, the wildlife were a pleasant attraction. The woodfire was so nice to cuddle up to at night when it was cold. And to top it off the Spa was an extra bonus. Would love to come back again. 10/10. Thankyou so much Tim, We both needed this getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena B.

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

Glorious!

A beautiful spot away from the hustle and bustle of Halls Gap while still within a walkable distance — it’s a bit of a walk— to restaurants, shops, trails etc. Equipped as described. Feels like you are up in a tree house; just glorious to enjoy a cuppa on the verandah on a sunny morning watching wildlife and taking in the views.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wren B.

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

Delightful!

Such a welcome break from the city. Mountain views through the trees, wallabies and birds surrounding, no intruding noise, and art to enjoy indoors. Super!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna O.

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

A dream

Nothing short of comfort. It had everything and the feeling of isolation so therapeutic. Surrounded by nature, it felt so hidden away!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrin D.

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

Great relaxing stay - just what I needed

Heavenly Escape is a great property to get away from it all. Tim was very easy and fantastic to deal with. The property itself is fairly open plan with everything you need. It has a great back deck to sip a glass of wine and watch the birds fly by. It's also cosy on the inside for when the weather got cooler - the fireplace worked a treat. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will definitely try and come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Perfection

Fantastic property, exactly like the photo's. Couldn't have been more comfortable. The location was terrific, with a nice walk into town when we preferred. Had everything we needed. Will definitely be making this an annual getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

JANE C.

Relaxing and Peaceful

Heavenly Escape is exactly as it is shown in the pictures. Surrounded by bushland and native plants cared for by the owner. It was 1c overnight and frosty but the log fire and heating worked very well. It was a luxury having a hot spa and good quality shower and dishwasher. The other properties are close by but not a problem. We have stayed in 3 other places before at Halls Gap which were good but this one is the best. I rate it very highly especially as you need comfort and a reward after long days walking and climbing . We had a lovely weekend.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amir S.

Peaceful and beautiful

Great place to relax and enjoy beautiful surroundings.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

EMCILY C.

Beautiful property!

Beautiful location, stunning house very well presented. Had everything we needed. Will be back again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

MADDISON P.

Relaxing escape

A stunning property... very relaxing and private..
Archival

10/10 Excellent

MELODY S.

come as strangers,Leave as friends!

What a beautiful and tranquill home With everything at your feet. Would highly recommend the view resteraunt,as the saying goes... Come as strangers and leave as friends is exactly how we felt the day we entered the property and the day we said goodbye.Do yourself a favour,it truely is a heavenly escape.Thank you so much for your hospitality and your beautiful Photographs that we will treasure.Keep up the good work,all the best Timothy,you are a true gentleman. Best regards Melody and Sally
Archival

10/10 Excellent

LINDA S.

Tranquil Space

We had a thoroughly relaxing stay. Beautiful and tranquil stay. Feeding the birds on the balcony was a bonus.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

STEVE S.

awesome place

Really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. Highly recommended We look forward to coming back soon Thanks
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hayley P.

Relaxing bush setting

Heavenly Escape provided a welcoming & warm base for our stay in Halls Gap. There were lovely little luxuries provided including wine, chocolates & basic breakfast supplies as well as fresh garden flowers. After a day of wandering through the Grampians it was hard to choose between settling in front of the wood fire or soaking in the spa...so we got take away & did both. Waking up in the morning to the sound of kookaburra laughter & watching deer grazing outside our window as we had breakfast topped off a perfect stay.

About the host

Hosted by Timothy Syrota

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Yes, the photo is me, your host - a pretty smiley happy guy who spent more than a decade working as a freelance documentary director, photojournalist and author based in South East Asia (photographed here with a 100 year old Muslim gentleman amid the religious unrest in Myanmar). But with two little daughters that we wanted to educate in Australia and have closer to their broader families, we returned to OZ at the beginning of 2016. As a kid, I myself spent lengthy periods traveling the world with my intrepid backpacking 1970s generation, Cat Stevens inspired 'single Mum. Northern Soulawesi in '78, age 10, just the two of us ... kind of way out there! And whilst it was largely reluctant at the time, it obviously had a huge impact on my adult life. Simply - I still adore travel and the adventure, interest and excitement it brings. And my media work - pretty much all based on humanitarian / refugee / environmental advocacy and education. Winner of 3 international photojournalism awards, author of 1 book, director of lots of films. And still smiling more than not ...

Why they chose this property

I bought A Heavenly Escape to manage and look after in recognition of the fact that freelance media is a fickle income source at the best of times and leaving ones established network is big risk. I want to be able to continue the work that I do and say yes to work that interests me irrespective of the budget of the people with whom I work ... yes because of the job, not the money. And in order to do this from an Australian base, well, simply something had to provide some sort of income. I researched the property markets in Halls Gap for about 6 years and when we learnt Heavenly Escape was for sale, well, it is rare that such properties come on the market. QUITE SIMPLY - after years of being based overseas and taking R & R in small boutique guest houses / cabins (and loving them), Heavenly Escape was quite simply the house that my wife and I would have wanted to stay in ourselves. By a long shot. It's already lovely and my goal is step-by-step to make it absolutely gorgeous - artistic, unique, creative, tranquil but never feeling 'untouchable' ... even more the sort of place I love to stay in myself. And the long term goal - well, the dream is to have two such houses so that I can work for free for the community groups and small organizations out there with no budget for top shelf media but are doing some wonderful work in advocacy and education on the matters that I feel are the most important, to all of us.

What makes this property unique

(1) abundant wildlife all around the house (2) wonderful balcony (3) the double bush block (4) spa & cast iron fireplace (5) complimentary bottle of wine (6) proper coffee machine (very important to some - like me!) (7) the sense of privacy (8) the unique design of the house

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