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Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields

Farm stay in Barkers Creek

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Living area
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Barkers Creek, VIC
  • Place, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Barkers Creek

This farm stay places you within a mile (2 km) of Castlemaine H85 Bushland Reserve and Harcourt Bushland Reserve. Guestrooms at this farm stay include kitchenettes, patios, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Restorers Barn - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 5 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Bird Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Saffs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Basics Das Kaffehaus - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields

The perfect cosy and homely one-bedroom base to explore the Goldfields - for festivals, gigs, galleries, wineries or eateries in nearby historical Castlemaine & Harcourt, or to explore the Harcourt Bushland Reserve directly behind.
The bed is queen. There is a ceiling fan, portable heater andTV.
There is a kitchenette with airfryer and small table.
You are looking at one half of the house (rt side of front pic) - privately partitioned with own entrance. You can view our profile for two and three-bed options.

2kms from the Calder Freeway
3kms from Harcourt
5kms from Castlemaine
5.5kms to Castlemaine Station
Castlemaine is a 5-mins drive/1hr walk via the Harcourt Bushland Reserve directly behind and with access under the trainline.
The Little Red Apple - fruit and veg store and home of Harcourt Cider - is 250 mteres away too.

The home is a retro/historical farmhouse & was one of the childhood homes of Albert Facey, the author of the Australian classic 'A Fortunate Life'.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

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  • Heating

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this farm stay?

This farm stay is located in Barkers Creek, a short 19-minute walk from Harcourt Bushland Reserve and also 17 minutes on foot from Castlemaine H85 Bushland Reserve. You'll also find Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and Hadfield's Rod Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields?

No, there isn't parking available at the farm stay.

Is this farm stay next to a casino?

No, this farm stay is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this farm stay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this farm stay.

Is Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields good for couples?

Amenities at this farm stay that appeal to couples include a kitchenette in each accommodation with kitchenettes in some.

Are there hot tubs at Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this farm stay.

Does this farm stay include breakfast service?

No, this farm stay doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this farm stay allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this farm stay.

Does Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this farm stay.

What is the closest airport to this farm stay?

The closest major airport to this farm stay is Bendigo, VIC (BXG), which is 24 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields?

Yes, every accommodation at Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields comes with a deck.

Reviews

Cosy & historical one-bedder - perfect to explore Castlemaine & the Goldfields Reviews

6.0

7.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Shawn W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was awesome from Paul! Perfect little getaway place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Pauline M.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024