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One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula

One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula

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Meet our rescued animals on our famous farm tour!
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Bunny & Valentine
Wilindi Estate solar heate pool

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 563 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tyabb, VIC
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula

Country Cottage 12 minutes from Mornington Peninsulas' spectacular beaches. Our private self-contained cottages are surrounded by fields of grazing horses. Set on 10 picturesque acres at the gateway to the stunning Mornington Peninsula, Wilindi Estate is the perfect place to relax and get a taste of peaceful farm life. Wake up to the sounds of the country on our beautiful property, feeling assured our welcome is the start of relaxing and special time @ Herd Harmony & Wilindi Estate

Maple Cottage @Wilindi Estate is a 2-bedroom cottage, with its own private, fenced garden. Interiors have been curated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique farm furnishings. The cosy living area with garden views includes a fully equipped kitchenette with bench top oven and dishwasher.

The stylish master bedroom boasts a tall raked ceiling providing a spacious ambiance. A unique, porthole window also doubles as a reading seat where you can while away the hours enjoying the view of the property. A plush velvet queen bed adds a touch of luxury. The second bedroom offers a bunk bed to sleep two. The pièce de résistance is the stunning privately hedged terrace, offering an outdoor barbecue and beautiful sunsets all year round.

Herd Harmony equine rescue operates from Wilindi Estate, your booking fees go toward the rescue and rehabilitation of neglected, abused and abandoned horses.....my herd says thank you for your support.

If you are on FB or Insta, please like and follow Herd Harmony and Wilindi Estate before arrival, and you'll feel right at home when you meet the horses.

FUN FARM TOUR
Get close and personal with our rescue farm animals, you will be able to;
* Meet our horses & hear their rescue stories
* Meet or newest residents Wilbur the PIG & Tim and Tam our goats
* Groom a pony & learn about their care
* Lead Bunny & Valentine, our adorable mini ponies, through an obstacle course
* Collect our chickens eggs (and keep them!)

For a small donation to Herd Harmony Equine Rescue, you and your children will share unforgettable memories.

COOKING FACILITIES
Due to council restriction we do not have built-in cooking facilities, but we do have alternatives for any meal you are planning to cook!

• Large electric frypan
• Fry pan, saucepans
• Benchtop oven
• Webber BBQ
• Toaster
• Double electric hob
• Slow cooker
• Casserole and oven dishes
• Microwave
• Waffle Maker

The shared pool is such a special place and is solar heated all-year-round. If the outside temperature is below 25 or there hasn't been allot of sun, solar heating is usually not enough for a comfortable swim. We can use the electrical heating and the additional charge is $30 PER DAY to guarantee a heated pool from 26-32 degrees. If this sounds like something you'd like, please book at least 7 days in advance as the heating will de turned on 48 hours before your arrival.

WEDDING PARTIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, EXTRA VISITORS:

We enjoy hosting brides-to-be and love the photos that are taken, but there are some things to note;

• Use of our property for wedding photos or any photo shoots costs $150 for up to 2 hours

• There are a maximum of 10 additional visitors allowed including photographer, hair/makeup, videographer

• Guests names and vehicle license plates must be registered with Wilindi Estate owner via email

• There are 3 additional cars allowed on the property only

• Extra guests must ask permission to use the facilities including, but not limited to, pool, play equipment, barn

• Extra guests are not allowed to interact with the animals

• The booked guest is responsible for their additional guests and will be responsible for any damage caused.

• Extra rubbish generated (wrapping paper/boxes) must be removed from the property by the booked guest


Property manager

Miriam Heatherich

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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

Melbourne

This cottage is located in Tyabb, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, and is in a rural area and near the beach. Peninsula Studio Trail - Judy Reekie Studio and Manyung Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at B'Darra Estate Vinyard and Barmah Park Wines. Travelling with kids? Consider Mornington Park, or check out an event or a game at Mornington Racecourse. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Tyabb, VIC

Getting around

  • Melbourne Tyabb Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Somerville Thai Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door - 6 min drive
  • Mitch & Co Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Kings Creek Hotel - 7 min drive
  • Sushi Industry - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula located?

This family-friendly Melbourne cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Olivers Creek Bushland Reserve, B'Darra Estate Vinyard and Bittern Bushland Reserve. Rm Hooper Oval is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous hideaway
Tasteful and thoughtfully fitted out cabin set in one one corner of a gorgeous equestrian estate that took us straight back to a much treasured holiday we once spent in France.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trang L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
farm stay getaway
this private little farm stay getaway was the perfect little retreat for our family, was nice and quiet which is always nice. beautiful well maintained cottage just felt like home. the weather was up and down with rain and a few overnight storms, but Miriam was nice to still warm the pool for us and enjoyed the pool very much. we are definitely be back for a summer staycation down the track! keep up the beautiful work Miriam hope to see you and your family soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay
We had a good stay at this b&b.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular, relaxing and easy
The most spectacular and easy going family holiday I have been on. The host, Miriam continued to go above and beyond. Very welcoming and involving. We got to choose how involved we wanted to be or not. Each morning she took us though her rescue horse property and explained what she does. The kids got to pat, walk and brush the horse. Absolutely amazing experience for the kids. Highly recommend it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property Perfect Farm Stay Getaway
I enjoyed a peaceful 3 days at this beautiful property, with tranquil surrounds and pristine, faultless amenities. The cottages were well placed to provide privacy while remaining within a minutes walk to the paddocks and rescued animals who live a truly blessed life here with Miriam as their custodian. Manicured lawns and hedgerows, a poplar-lined driveway entry from a story book, inquisitive roaming chickens, Chilli the dog greeting you with a wag and the choice to be included in some of the care of Miriam's stable of rescued horses all added to the relaxing experience, giving a feeling that you were completely taken away from your usual daily grind into a quiet, little cocoon of rural life. Miriam is the perfect host. Her passion for the care of her animals and obvious love of nature and genuine desire to make you feel welcome was on another level! Really can't recommend this property highly enough. Thanks Miriam.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Miriam Heatherich

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Miriam Heatherich has a long history of working with both vulnerable children and animals.

Registered nationally, with the Australian Not-for-profit and Charity Commission, Herd Harmony operates from Wilindi Estate at Tyabb on the Mornington Peninsula. At this location, Miriam continues to work with animals and children, providing a unique education and experience for her guests and their families.

Miriam has successfully rescued horses from the slaughter pipeline and others who have been abandoned. A team of qualified equine vets, dentists and farriers provide integral support in nurturing each horse back to full health. Once well, the horse can be then be behaviourally assessed, trained and eventually, re-homed.

Why they chose this property

Tyabb is famous for its antique stores and the friendly disposition of its residents! We have a train station, a licensed IGA Supermarket, pharmacy and beauty salons.

Mornington Peninsula is famous for its countless pristine beaches, wineries, fine food and golf courses.

Additionally there are multiple family activities including adventure parks, petting zoo, bush walks, dolphin experiences...... just to name a few!

Enjoy our world class restaurants and have a romantic meal or cellar door experience in one of Mornington Peninsulas famous wineries.

Alternatively, stay at the farm where you and your children can participate in an enriching activity like meeting our rescued horses, which can be groomed and fed. Equine trust training can be viewed and booked by appointment on the property with @ Herd Harmony & Wilindi Estate.

Herd Harmony Equine Rescue is based at Wilindi Estate.

Guests at our farm-stay have the rare opportunity to meet and interact with horses who have been rescued from neglect and abuse and witness their rehabilitation.

It is Herd Harmony's mission, to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome abandoned & neglected farm animals. Through the advocacy of farm animals in need, we aim to build and educate a humane community that promotes compassion and seeks to strengthen the human-animal bond

What makes this property unique

Guests at Wilindi Estate can enjoy these fun extras:

Farm Tour.
On a farm tour we:
* Meet our horses & hear their rescue stories
* Meet our resident pig and goats
* Groom a horse & learn about their care
* Lead our ponies through and obstacle course
* Collect our chickens eggs (and keep them!)

You can book your tour for a small donation to our equine rescue ‘Herd Harmony’, or $75 for a family of 4, all extra guests are charged at $15

Payments can be made by cash or to:
Herd Harmony (NAB)
BSB: 082356
A/N: 340766088
*please email payment receipt to miriam@herdharmony.com to confirm your booking

Warm up a wintery evening with a cottage-side fire package!
Your pack Includes:
* 1 pack marshmallows
* Fire starters
* Kindling and firewood
We will provide for your use:
* Lighter
* Marshmallow toasters
* Fire blanket (in your cottage)
* Fire extinguisher (in your cottage)

Wood provided will burn up to 2-3 hours

Price: $50 Donation towards ‘Herd Harmony’ Equine Rescue.

Herd Harmony (NAB)
BSB: 082356
A/N: 340766088
Please send copy of receipt to miriam@herdharmony to confirm your package
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