Peaceful cottage retreat an hour from Melbourne

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Willowmavin, VIC

Kilmore Racecourse11 min drive
The Kilmore International School11 min drive
Hanging Rock Reserve40 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bed 1

1 Queen Bed

Bed 2

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Willowdell is a peaceful cottage retreat on a boutique rural horse property, halfway between the historic townships of Kilmore and Lancefield. Surrounded by scenic farmland at the base of the McHarg Ranges, it's the perfect base to explore the delights of the Macedon Ranges to the west, or Tallarook, Tooboorac and the Heathcote wine region to the North.
Ideal if you are temporarily working or visiting friends in the area, or as a relaxed get away from a hectic city schedule.

Property manager

Bernadette

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

BYO Infant cots and high chairs as not provided.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

About the area

Willowmavin

Located in Willowmavin, this cottage is in a rural area. Kilmore Minature Railway and Kilmore Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Goldie Flora Reserve and Moranding I22 Bushland Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kilmore Racecourse or Broadford Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Willowmavin, VIC

What's nearby

Kilmore Racecourse - 11 min drive
The Kilmore International School - 11 min drive
Kilmore Golf Club - 11 min drive
Wandong Regional Park - 27 min drive
Hanging Rock Reserve - 40 min drive

Getting around

Kilmore East Station - 14 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

MacNamara's Irish Pub - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
Kilmore Town Hall - 10 min drive
Kemp's Bakery - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful cottage retreat an hour from Melbourne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful cottage retreat an hour from Melbourne?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful cottage retreat an hour from Melbourne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful cottage retreat an hour from Melbourne located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Goldie Flora Reserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Kilmore Minature Railway and Kilmore Racecourse. Kilmore Golf Club and The Kilmore International School are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Anita H.

9 July 2023

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

Relaxing Break

Property was great. Lovely, quiet area. Cottage had all the amenities we needed. Short drives to other local towns so you can explore the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael steven p.

2 Apr 2023

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

Seymour

Very good

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lorraine N.

9 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice place to stay but a caveat

This property is a nice place to stay. It is clean and surrounded by beautiful country properties where horses are grazing. A couple of points to note, however. The advertisement should clearly indicate, but does not, that bed sheets and towels are not provided, except for an extra fee of $40 per bed. So bring your own or pay. Also, a relatively minor matter is that the washer and dryer are located in the car park. The washer worked well but the dryer worked once but on second wash, was dysfunctional (hopefully this has been fixed). Also, the property owner requires dishes to be washed and put away upon leaving the property. The owner provided a minimal amount of dishwashing liquid - she could have been more generous (a small matter but annoying nonetheless). Finally, be very aware there is no Wi-Fi link provided.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louisa R.

28 Sept 2022

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

Peaceful getaway

Had a relaxing time. The property is clean and the area is beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne R.

21 Apr 2022

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

Lovely property

Bernadette was lovely to deal with. We will be back

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bernadette

A long time local to the area, I'm an animal lover, especially my horses and my dog. I really love where I live and love seeing the way my guests appreciate and enjoy the Willowdell property and surroundings as much as I do.

Why they chose this property

The peaceful rural farmland setting is easy on the ears and eyes. I never tire of the way the surrounding hills are ever changing throughout the seasons. I feel so fortunate and grateful for the opportunity to live in such a delightful setting.

What makes this property unique

The peace of the area is broken only by the vast variety of birdlife, along with the odd echidna or kangaroo. Peaceful, safe and secure, once you're settled inside the gates you can leave the rest of the world behind and simply relax and breathe in the pure country air, all within an easy hour's drive from Melbourne.