10/10 Excellent
SHERRYN J.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SHERRYN J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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Cow Bell Cottage - Trentham, Retreat, perfect for Families, Bikers, and Foodies.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Trentham, VIC
- Trentham Golf Club4 min drive
- Trentham Falls5 min drive
- Lake Daylesford29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Cow Bell Cottage - Trentham, Retreat, perfect for Families, Bikers, and Foodies.
This new 2 Bedroom modern farm house, is perfect for a relaxing peacful getaway. Short walk from the center of Trentham and a 5 minute walk to the state forest. Stunning srroundings and an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos wombats and native birds. All at your doorstep.
Trentham is just a short drive to Dalesford, Kynton, Woodend and Castlemaine. Plenty to see and do. Hiking, biking, noshing, grazing, drinking, or thinking, the options are endless at Black Cow Cottage.
Trentham is the proud winner of Australian Tourism Tourism Town Award.
https://www.toptourismtowns.com.au/tiny-tourism-town/2025/trentham-vic
Trentham is one happening hamlet. Nestled on the edge of the Wombat State Forest, this charming town boasts a goldrush-era streetscape and is a popular weekend getaway. Tucked away in Victoria’s central highlands, it's just over an hour northwest of Melbourne. Here you will be warmly welcomed by the locals as you discover boutique stores, charming country pubs, vibrant art galleries, and top-notch food and wine experiences. Located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, it’s a destination full of natural beauty, from the spectacular Trentham Falls to the lush Domino Rail Trail.
The local resteraunts and pubs are amazing if you just want a pizza or dine at the famous Annie Smithers restaraunt De Furmier (bookings essentail)
The house features a Nook Elite Infrared two-person sauna is designed for relaxation and rejuvenation, offering a compact sanctuary for individuals or couples. It features high-performance carbon mica panels for efficient, low-EMF far infrared heat, promoting therapeutic warmth and detoxification. The sauna is crafted from 100% Canadian Hemlock wood, includes chromotherapy (light therapy), it offers features like internal audio with Bluetooth connectivity.
For bike riders, interested in Gravel Trails and Mountain Biking we have some of the best trails in Victoria literally on our doorstep. The 93 km Woodend, Wombat SF, Lederderg Track Gravel Loop goes right past our gate. There are plenty of shorter or even longer trails you can take if you have the stamina.
Trentham is the proud winner of Australian Tourism Tourism Town Award.
https://www.toptourismtowns.com.au/tiny-tourism-town/2025/trentham-vic
Trentham is just a short drive to Dalesford, Kynton, Woodend and Castlemaine. Plenty to see and do. Hiking, biking, noshing, grazing, drinking, or thinking, the options are endless at Black Cow Cottage.
Trentham is the proud winner of Australian Tourism Tourism Town Award.
https://www.toptourismtowns.com.au/tiny-tourism-town/2025/trentham-vic
Trentham is one happening hamlet. Nestled on the edge of the Wombat State Forest, this charming town boasts a goldrush-era streetscape and is a popular weekend getaway. Tucked away in Victoria’s central highlands, it's just over an hour northwest of Melbourne. Here you will be warmly welcomed by the locals as you discover boutique stores, charming country pubs, vibrant art galleries, and top-notch food and wine experiences. Located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, it’s a destination full of natural beauty, from the spectacular Trentham Falls to the lush Domino Rail Trail.
The local resteraunts and pubs are amazing if you just want a pizza or dine at the famous Annie Smithers restaraunt De Furmier (bookings essentail)
The house features a Nook Elite Infrared two-person sauna is designed for relaxation and rejuvenation, offering a compact sanctuary for individuals or couples. It features high-performance carbon mica panels for efficient, low-EMF far infrared heat, promoting therapeutic warmth and detoxification. The sauna is crafted from 100% Canadian Hemlock wood, includes chromotherapy (light therapy), it offers features like internal audio with Bluetooth connectivity.
For bike riders, interested in Gravel Trails and Mountain Biking we have some of the best trails in Victoria literally on our doorstep. The 93 km Woodend, Wombat SF, Lederderg Track Gravel Loop goes right past our gate. There are plenty of shorter or even longer trails you can take if you have the stamina.
Trentham is the proud winner of Australian Tourism Tourism Town Award.
https://www.toptourismtowns.com.au/tiny-tourism-town/2025/trentham-vic
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Trentham
Located in Trentham, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coliban River Streamside Reserve and Coliban River Scenic Reserve, while Gallery 40 and Lauriston Press are cultural highlights. Kyneton Botanic Gardens and Woodend Children's Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Trentham, VIC
What's nearby
- Trentham Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Trentham Falls - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
- Convent Gallery - 27 min drive - 29.4 km
- Lake Daylesford - 29 min drive - 30.9 km
- Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 32 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Market Street - 18 min walk
- Blackwood Resurrection - 16 min drive
- Trentham General - 18 min walk
- Trentham Bakery - 18 min walk
- Hotel Trentham - 19 min walk
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David S.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trentham Weekend
David S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rob T.
6 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trentham Travels
Rob T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donna H.
25 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Country Getaway
Donna H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anh H.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous!
Anh H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Jonathan M.
9 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Cow Cottage
Jonathan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew A.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect winter retreat
Matthew A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy O.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house
Wendy O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A., Prahran
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return Stay 5 Stars
Nicole A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
20 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
2 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern house with all that you need
Susan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole A., Prahran
8 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW.
Nicole A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Mike McHugh
Your hosts Mike and Nicole would like to welcome you and thank you for choosing to stay at our place. We really hope you have a wonderful relaxing stay. If you can think of anything we could improve upon to make you stay more comfortable, please reach out us, if we can accommodate, we certainly will. Dont be afraid to reach out of you have any questions.
Why they chose this property
This house is in a great quiet location, but close to town and lots of adventures. The wildlife in this area is amazing. Its a new build so it has many mod cons, including heated tiles in the bathroom, and large well appointed kicthen. The house is very clean and comfortable. So many amazing eateries nearby.
What makes this property unique
This brand new 2 Bedroom modern farm house, is perfect for a relaxing peacful getaway. 1.2km from the center of Trentham and a 5 minute walk to the state forest. Stunning srroundings and an abundance of wildlife including kangaroos wombats and native birds. All at your doorstep.
Trentham is just a short drive to Dalesford, Kynton and Castlemaine. Plenty to see and do. Hiking, biking, noshing, grazing, drinking, or thinking, the options are endless at Black Cow Cottage.
Trentham is just a short drive to Dalesford, Kynton and Castlemaine. Plenty to see and do. Hiking, biking, noshing, grazing, drinking, or thinking, the options are endless at Black Cow Cottage.
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