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Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden

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Your Alpine Apartment in winter snow
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3150 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Harrietville, VIC
  • Place, Champion Spur Track Trailhead
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Hotham
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT
From your own private balcony hear the Ovens river run and capture the views of a spectacular landscaped garden framed by the surrounding hills of the Alpine National Park and bush lands. We don't just supply accommodation but a unique experience..

A MODERN 2 BEDROOM ALPINE ACCOMMODATION; Sleeps 4 with continental breakfast supplied each day. Independent stair access with a large balcony. Superbly finished with spa, separate lounge and kitchenette, laundry, TV/video, air conditioner, CD player and barbecue facilities. Your own under cover car park and access to a shared laundry.

Feel free to walk through the the four seasons gardens as shown on ABC Gardening, take a stroll along the pristine clear mountain stream or on our walking tracks and catch the magnificent views. A multitude of birds inhabit garden and bush, walk or ride into town.

Shady Brook cottages has three individual self contained cottages and one spa apartment on the Ovens River, (refer to website). They are situated on 12 acres, 8 acres is landscape garden in a very unique picturesque setting, River on one side and state forest on the other three, only 500metres from the mountain village of Harrietville but your own secluded retreat.

Things to do whilst staying in Harrietville:
Your hosts John and Anne live on the property and are available to assist you with information about the region.

Harrietville is a historical village at the base of Mt Hotham and Mount Feathertop. The town has two hotels, museum, cafes and a bakery serving fresh bread daily. Mountain Fresh trout and salmon farm is also a favorite activity along with our local lavender farm with its own cafe on the Ovens River.

The town and Shady Brook is ideally situated for nature based tourism with the iconic walking tracks up through the Great Alpine National park. The Alpine National Park borders the Eastern side of Harrietville and your walk can start from your cottage to Mt Feathertop. Or take a drive 45 minutes to highest point of Mt Hotham.

Around the village there are numerous tracks and trails suitable for families for walking or mountain biking. The town and Shady Brook is ideally situated for nature based tourism with the iconic walking tracks up through the Great Alpine National park. The Alpine National Park borders the Eastern side of Harrietville and your walk can start from your cottage to Mt Feathertop. Harrietville has many four wheel drive tracks and motorbikes within the state forest on our west.

Only a short drive down the road to Bright there are numerous beautiful wineries, endless nature base activities and various eateries to suit any budget. For the more adventurous there is plenty of nature based activities including the Mystic Mountain Bike Park.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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
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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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Harrietville

Located in Harrietville, this apartment is in a rural area. Mystic Bike Park and The Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Hotham and Alpine National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Harrietville, VIC

What's nearby

  • Champion Spur Track Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Hotham - 17 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 17 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Falls Creek Alpine Resort - 54 min drive - 76.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Harrietville Snowline Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Shed Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tronoh Dredge Reserve - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Avalon House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Diner - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$195, 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 Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out apartment building in Harrietville is within 1 mile (2 km) of Champion Spur Track Trailhead, Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead and Alpine National Park. Smoko Streamside Reserve and Freeburgh Streamside Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbie R.

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

Awsome spot for a quiet getaway

Perfect for a getaway, private gardens are beautiful, and the hosts are very welcoming. Great spot and i would return again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely quiet spot with easy driving distance to Bright. Lovely hosts and beautiful gardens!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Stunning property; perfect location

Excellent value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Getaway

John & Anne were the perfect hosts. Surrounding gardens are amazing and accommodation was very comfortable. I would highly recommend visiting this lovely, tranquil place AAA+
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Cosy, warm and convenient

This is a cosy little place close to shops and pubs. The view of the garden from the balcony is spectacular and it was warm for our mid-winter stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katy N.

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

Magical garden

John and Anne made us feel very welcome, and we felt so lucky to share their wonderful garden. I had a marvellous time exploring the nooks and corners, and sitting by the creek. Fresh eggs from the free range hens and charming Harrietville- a perfect gem to stay and take a breath before the busy season.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Serena B.

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

The perfect getaway.

This was our second stay with John and Anne and it won’t be our last. We simply love it here. The scenery is stunning and the birdlife magnificent and that’s without even leaving the grounds! Harrietville is the perfect base to explore the area. The room is clean, comfortable, equipped with everything we needed and the view from the verandah made us never want to leave! Love it so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Such a pleasurable stay

John & Anne were consummate hosts. Property was conveniently located to the small town. Beautiful gardens and more than adequate facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor G.

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

Quiet oasis in a beautiful village

2 cottages and an apartment (the upstairs of the hosts' house). Stunning gardens, great hosts. We were in the apartment which has lovely views of the garden but is a bit smallish (even for just 2). Although we didn't see inside, the cottages looked much more spacious and certainly had more privacy and general ambience, being set in different parts of the garden. No complaints though.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aslam A.

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

Great Holiday after a tough year

Thank you John and Anne for giving us a wonderful stay at your cottage. We really loved exploring your beautiful garden. Our son enjoyed splashing in the stream next to the property. John went out of his way to get a bicycle for our son as we couldn’t hire a kids bike. We look forward to visiting again. Thank You Mela and Aslam Assen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

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

Fantastic property

Beautiful property, the gardens were amazing. So glad we found this little oasis and will be back for sure. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Elle H.

Tranquility and beauty! Great location close to the snow!

Shady Brook Cottages had a stunning view in the gardens surrounding the apartments and cottages in site as well as of the mountains. It is a very relaxing atmosphere to unwind for a few days in comfort. My partner and I would like to thank John and Anne for their outstanding bed and breakfast service as well as providing excellent, friendly service. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay close to the snow at Mt Hotham and would gladly visit again! Thankyou!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate Louise R.

Shady brook was a lovely place for a snow weekend.

Shady brook is neat, clean and tidy set in beautiful gardens- which makes for a peaceful walk along the river. John was a lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by John and Anne Atkins

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Anne and I (john) are passionate about Shady Brook. We believe we have develop a magnificent garden in a very unique location which we love to share with others. We are passionate gardeners, and enjoy the pristine mountain environment we live in. We are both involved in our local community and believe life is found in giving. Anne has poultry which adds to the setting as they wander through the gardens. We wanted to developed something that was more than just accommodation but an experience that will last and be shared. Anne and I do all our own maintenance and cleaning to ensure the highest standard.
shady brook is set in an unique spot right on the Ovens river on fertile river flat with very steep mountain taking off at the rear of our property. This has enabled us to develop lush special gardens with a fantastic array of autumn and spring colour, summer also with hydrangeas and dahlias and others also compete in this regard.S

Your cottage is craftsmen built by local builders on an alpine style to complement the environment in which we live.

Why they chose this property

Shady Brook has been set out amongst magnificent gardens with spectacular all year colour our spring and autumn colour is to seen to believed. We are set on the Ovens River and surrounded by state forest secluded and quiet yet only .5km from the local bakery and hotels. It is the ideal place for just relaxing listening to the birds and the mountain stream right near your accommodation. If you are into nature based activities we are virtually head of trail for two of the most iconic mountain walks up mount feather top. There are also plenty of great short to medium walks to suit all ages most of which are shared with bikes. Then for the road cyclist this is the mecca with rides throughout the Alps. For those who like a different style of adventure to our west are endless four wheel drive tracks out to mountain ridges and down into pristine rivers. There are endless short drives to wineries and restaurants the variety is amazing only 25km from Bright. In winter its the ideal place to stay to enter the ski resorts only 30 kms from Mount Hotham

What makes this property unique

Secluded relaxing fresh without pressure shady Brook aspires to be something special a place to mediate in and retouch those areas so difficult to do in our busy lives. Hear the birds, listen to the river, take scenic walks or just relax on your deck with a cuppa or a glass of wine watch the sun set over mountain ranges or the early morning dew catch the first rays of sun, its also special. Then do the tourist thing to wineries resturuants or what ever else maybe your thing
SB is ideal for families & couples seeking quiet relaxing getaways, the grounds are ideal for children to play & adults to wander respectful of others

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