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Farmstay/Rural Retreats

A selection of Host Farms and Rural Retreats of the Goldfields Region, Victoria, Australia.

Abode@Pyrenees, 239 McAdams Lane, MOONAMBEL. 3478 Phone: 0409 672259
Located in the centre of the Pyrenees Wine region, Abode@Pyrenees offers fully self contained, contemporary and modern facilities in a lovely rural setting. Accommodation for up to 8 people with 3 Queen and 2 Single beds.

Avoca Cottages,  33 Napier Street, AVOCA. 3467. Free Call: 1800 123 355
Located in the heart of Avoca these refreshingly new 1 & 2 bedroom cottages offer full kitchen facilities, double spa baths, heating and cooling, and one with wheelchair access. Tours of the Pyrenees wineries and conference facilities available.

"Abergeldie" , RMB 180 SMEATON 3364,Phone/Fax: (03) 5345 6223
Abergeldie's five hundred hectares and fine historic homestead have belonged to the Toose family for five generations. Whether you decide to stay in our courtyard cottage or in an ensuite room in our homestead, a warm country welcome will be yours. Traditional Homestead B&B - includes 3 bedrooms and 3 ensuites. Accommodates 6 people. Cottage accommodates 2, pets welcome.

Blacks Creek Farm Accommodation, PB 2273, BEAUFORT. Phone: (03) 5340 2177
Accommodation in two cottages set in a peaceful and relaxing 5 acre garden catering for 10 and 4 people. Our accommodation is private, safe, clean and comfortable. Access to swimming pool, lit tennis court, campfire area and childrens sandpits. Self contained or Bed & Breakfast Accommodation.

Bung Bong Hill Cottage, 6050 Pyrenees Highway, BUNG BONG (Avoca) Phone: (03) 9884 0714 Mobile: 0412 246650
New self contained 2 bedroom cottage on 50 secluded acres with views of the Pyrenees Ranges. Minutes from Avoca and Maryborough. Features include full kitchen, wood fire, double spa and reverse cycle air conditioning.

Country Lodge, 20 Cathie Street, BALLARAT, 3350, Phone: (03) 5334 4164  Mobile: 0412 671 498, Facsimile: (03) 5331 5288
Enjoy a tranquil stay in a rustic setting with all the comforts of your own home. Set on three acres of natural bushland, this lovely retreat offers the best of both worlds by  being just five minutes drive from the heart of Ballarat. 

Charcoal Burners Cottage, Jones Avenue, Mt Clear, BALLARAT. 3350 Phone: (03) 5330 2244
Enjoy the tranquility of this bushland setting close to the City, Sovereign Hill and the University. Originally the studio of guitar maker Ian Noyce, the fully furnished two bedroom cottage is named after the Gully it snuggles into, providing a charming setting abundant with native flora and fauna.

Country Gate Cottage and Studio, Simpsons Road, SPRINGBANK. Phone: (03) 5334 0352
A comfortable and cosy studio and cottage nestled in an established garden, this tranquil setting on the edge of the Wombat State Forest is the perfect place for a weekend getaway or a longer holiday stay. Sleeps up to 6 people and features a fully contained kitchen, master bedroom with ensuite, separate bathroom, 2 further bedrooms and slow combustion heater. Fall asleep to the sound of the breeze in the peppermint gums at Country Gate Cottage.

Cruzin the 50's 60's Bed and Breakfast, 9 Handford Court, INVERMAY Vic Ph: (03) 5333 2484 
Tallowwood Cottage features spacious, private accommodation for 2 persons with 1950's 1960's decor and today's modern conveniences, set in a delightful country setting with a large private balcony. Special garaging for your unique car. Generous continental breakfast provisions supplied. Only 9 minutes from the centre of Ballarat.

Dowling View Cabins, Dowling Road, MINERS REST. 3352 Phone: (03) 5343 2551
Self contained, farmstay accommodation offering three solid timber cabins, on a 50 acre working farm, only 14 Kms from Ballarat. Enjoy the picturesque views of the surrounding rural area from your verandah. Children welcome and we have animals for them to pat and feed.

Heatherington Cottage, 3832 Newstead/Creswick Road, KINGSTON. 3364 Phone: (03) 5345 6167
Newly established cottage on edge of 300 acre cattle property. Comprises 2 queen size bedrooms with spabath ensuites plus all modern amenities throughout cottage. Enjoy country peace and beauty yet still close to towns.

Kankama Cottage, Durham Lead via BUNINYONG. Phone: (03) 5341 8284  Pet Friendly Accommodation.
A fully self contained, two storey cottage in a quiet rural setting situated just twenty minutes from Ballarat, eight minutes from  historic Buninyong on a thirty acre alpaca stud. Accommodation for up to 6 people. Abundant wildlife, bushwalks and pets accepted.

Laurel Bank Cottages, Victoria Rd. KINGSTON 3364, Phone: (03) 534 57343.
Fully self-contained cottages for couples. The original farm buildings (stables, barn and smokehouse) together with the two cottages complete a most picturesque setting and provide a truly unique atmosphere. RACV****

Lochinver Farm, 245 Baringhup Road, CARISBROOK, 3465 Phone: (03) 5464 2356
Soak up the peaceful atmosphere of this heritage country property. Stay in the Old Bluestone Homestead and the original cottages, all are self-contained. Self-catering, Bed and Breakfast and full catered. Nine bedrooms in all.

Mackereth House, 112 Dawsons Road, AVOCA. Phone: (03) 9390 9270
The ultimate place to relax and soak up the history, by staying at the original vineyard of the Pyrenees. Stay in the comfort of a renovated 3 bedroom Victorian house with full kitchen, wood and gas heating. Wander around 4 acres of gardens, 1 acre of vines and step through the original 1860s homestead.  Only 2 kms from centre of Avoca.

Malakoff Creek, 2425 Ararat - St Arnaud Road, LANDSBOROUGH. Phone: 0409 503 277
Fully self contained home providing accommodation for 2 - 8 people in the Pyrenees Wine Region. Pet Friendly with enclosed dog yard, horse paddock and stable. Includes 3 bedrooms, games room and full kitchen and laundry facilities.

Montgrange, Cemetery Rd MOONAMBEL 3478. Phone: (03) 5467 2376
Contemporary country living and stylish comfort in the heart of the Pyrenees. Set on eighty acres, this one bedroom red cedar cabin offers sweeping views of the valley and ranges while being central to wineries, hotel & petanque piste.

Moonbeam Cottages, Mountain Creek Rd., MOONAMBEL 3478, Ph/Fax: (03) 5467 2350, Mobile: 018 518 456
Cosy mudbrick accommodation set on a picturesque 20 acre bush property in the heart of the Pyrenees Wineries, choice of four different cottages.

Mooramong Homestead, Glenelg Hwy, SKIPTON. 3361 Phone: (03) 5340 6556
A unique National Trust property. Homestead, gardens, nature reserve and accommodation on a working farm near Skipton in the Western District of Victoria. A perfect environment to unwind free from the distractions of city life! Farmstay accommodation available in 2 self contained cottages and group accommodation in the Shearers quarters.

Mt Lonarch Gallery and Bed & Breakfast, Beaufort Road, Mt LONARCH. Vic. 3468, Phone/Fax: (03) 5335 7219
Rural Atmosphere. Beautiful Scenery. Country Walks. Relaxing and Peaceful. Disabled Access. Special needs can be catered for. Meals can be arranged. Kangeroos and Bird Life.Close to Wineries, Mt Cole and many other attractions, eg. Crystal Oasis

Mount Cole Cottage, 11 Freespoint Road, Raglan. Phone: (03) 5349 7236
Relax in a peaceful bush setting in a rustic self contained cottage at the foot of Mount Cole, amidst the local wildlife and 1980’s picturesque mud brick buildings. Bushwalk in Mt Cole State Forest or Mount Buangor State Park. Nearby - Beaufort Cafes & the Pyrenees Wineries. Children under 16 stay free.

Poplars Bed and Breakfast, 21 Service Street, CLUNES 3370. Ph. 03 5345 3115
Quaint old Victorian home in the heart of beautiful, historic Clunes. Having lovingly decorated it with original furnishings and curios, we just love to share it with you. Our guests say they hate to leave - we think it's our cooked breakfast

Rock Brook, Gordon Road, BUNG BONG (AVOCA). Phone: (03) 5460 5454   Pet Friendly Accommodation.
Charming 130 year old self contained cottage (with loft) set on a quiet sheep and cattle grazing property. Features fully equipped kitchen, open fires and tennis court. Only 20 minutes from the Pyrenees wineries.

Saddler's Cottage, Camp Street, TALBOT. 3371 Phone: (03) 53484422 or 5463 2330
Saddlers Cottage was first built in 1862 as a saddlery at the height of the Goldrush era. The Cottage has undergone a major transformation and is now the perfect retreat for couples to escape and embrace the wealth of the Goldfields and Pyrenees wine grower's region.

Sundew Cabins, LINTON via Ballarat. Phone: (03) 53318358
Leave the hustle and bustle behind. Peace, tranquility, privacy and no interruptions. Our two miner’s style cabins, ‘Echidna and Wallaby’ are hidden amid 20 acres of gently undulating tree covered hills and secret gullies. Both cabins are designed especially for two and offer seclusion and privacy, with high levels of comfort.

Tinakori Farmstay, Golf Course Road, CLUNES 3370. Ph. 03 5345 3060
Fully self contained, all linen and towels supplied, two bathrooms, wheel chair access, Billiard table, walking distance to Mt Beckworth and Golf Course, experience a working farm and feed the farm animals. Native birds, emus and kangaroos.

Tuki Retreat,  Stoney Rises, SMEATON, Phone: (03) 53 456233
Cottage accommodation in the heart of Victoria's Gold and Spa country. 9 cottages available. Mid-week and weekend packages available. Trout fishing, licenced restaurant, natural springs and conference facilities.

Wattlebank Farm House, 17 Alexander Rd, SKIPTON. Phone: 0417 542 863
Located within the peaceful, secluded and beautiful town of Skipton this beautiful house has been restored and renovated to a high standard by its owner. It provides a relaxing and comfortable holiday home with plenty of space, for individuals, couples, groups or families who are looking for a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of the city life.

Woolmunda Park Cottages Lot 5 Whites Rd., SMYTHESDALE 3351, Phone: (03) 53 428746. Fax: (03) 534 28427. 
Two fully self-contained 2 bedroom cabins in secluded location, splendid views of Smythesdale valley. Sleeps up to 6 guests. Disabled access.