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Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage

Vacation home in Dunolly with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dunolly, VIC
  • Place, Dunolly Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunolly Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunolly Bushland Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dunolly

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve and within a mile (2 km) of Dunolly Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dunolly Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Dunolly Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dunolly Bushland Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Maryborough Railway Station - 29 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dunolly Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Hotel Dunolly - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Railway Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wright on Broadway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunolly Pharmacy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dodson's Fish And Chips - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage

Set back off the road this fully self contained open plan 2 bedroom cottage is suited for small families, couples and friends for relaxing time away.

Hire prospecting supplies and try your luck at gold fossicking. Visit the museum to see a
replica of the largest gold nugget ever found, stroll along Broadway with its historic
Streetscape and browse the local shops, cafes and bakery or call into the Railway Hotel for a drink with the locals or for the fishing enthusiasts take a short drive to Laanecoorie.

Return to the comforts of the cottage relax on the back porch and take in the sights
of the local wildlife and plan your next day.
The family pet is welcome to join you, but please be aware that the property although
off the road has no fencing
We welcome 2 small dogs or 1 medium size dog, all pets are not permitted in the
Bedrooms , a charge for carpet and bedding dry cleaned will apply if this occurs





The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets are welcome however there is no fencing

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Dunolly, a short 17-minute walk from Dunolly Museum and also 7 minutes on foot from Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve. You'll also find Dunolly Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage?

Yes, every accommodation at Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage comes with a balcony.

Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sonia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

The country place was just what we needed for a weekend getaway. It looked to have be
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunolly

Clean and cosy. Great location for exploring the goldfields of Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great country escape

Lovely rural property that was perfect for our family (including our dog). Thoughtful touches and super comfy beds. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage in an interesting area

The house is clean and comfortable with a large, open-plan living area. Everything is provided and we felt right at home there. The location is quiet, with lots of bird-song in the morning so a cup of tea on the back porch is a great way to start the day.Dunolly is in the middle of the Vic goldfields so take lazy day visiting Maldon, Tarnagulla and/or Bealiba to get a feel of its history. About 100km west you'll find many bits of Silo-art which was very impressive.Thanks Alica for sharing your charming house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Classic Country Stay

Host was lovely and easy to deal with. Good set up with nice outdoor area out the back. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very central to shops.

Was a great stay and very tranquil, Alicia was very helpful with her communication. very clean inside. unfortunately, the only small setback was, that the backyard wasn't very secure for our dog as she does tend to go walkabouts, but overall we all enjoyed our stay and had a great time and made friends with many of the locals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bush setting

Nice bush privacy pet friendly no fency need doing long way to neighbours. Great ossie pub meals no petrol station so fill up. Fix b
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jana K.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage, clean and great response to enquires.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is clean, comfortable and had everything you need for a short stay in the country. It's off the main road into town with very minimal light traffic, but not very loud. The only slight negative is the heater/aircon is old and a bit loud and the water pressure could do with a bit of extra pressure. Overall, I'd recommend this place for a good short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday at bushbys

Our first time at bushbys with the grandkids we all liked the house and our time there was excellent thank you Hope to do it again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunolly

Nice quiet area, clean & spacious cabin. Enjoyed looking around the area, some golf & running.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nenia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property was well presented and off the main rd so it was quiet...plenty of crickets, galahs and cockatoos to be heard. Walking distance to the small town...about 10minutes walk. The only minor complaint was one of the dining chairs had a broken/wobbly leg... but that should be easily fixed. A nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean. Excellent communication with owner. Would have liked a hand towel, face washers, and hairdryer. Bed comfortable , pillows were a little flat. We used the ones on the spare bed. Overall a good experience and we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Best beds ever
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunith d., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage

Nice little 2-bedroom cottage in Dunnoly. Communication with Alicia was super fast and helpful. Place was clean and had everything we needed for our 2-night stay. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country cottage

Just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey & Langdon R., Bentleigh East

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious comfortable getaway

We really enjoyed the open feel of this house, the lovely back verandah, the comfortable and cosy beds (thanks to the electric blankets) and the easy access to Dunolly and the surrounding forest. The property fronts onto the main road into town from Melbourne, but there's little traffic and it didn't bother us at all. Apart from chilling in the house, we enjoyed visiting the local forest including a very old cemetery and other historic sites. Thanks Alicia!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunolly House

We had a wonderful stay. The cottage is charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindi T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Accommodation

Great place to stay very relaxing loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet weekend away

Beautifully presented property with everything we needed for a quiet weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isaac T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place to stay in Dunolly

The best place to stay in Dunolly, especially during winter, the place heats up nicely..beds have electric blankets..great value for the 10 nights we stayed..The owners went above and beyond for us..easy to check in..definitely would stay again when in Dunolly next
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and calm

We have a great time. The owner was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to help us. It had everything we needed, linen, a full kitchen, washing machine, electric bbq, and TV. The rooms had plenty of space, with 2 double beds, a single bed and a pull out couch. The owner even kept a blanket, food bowl and water bowl for our doggie. The town of Dunolly was very welcoming. Great place to stay if you are looking for a relaxing weekend away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022