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Mhara Downs Country Escape

Vacation home in Foster with private pool and patio

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Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player
3 bedrooms, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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FOSTER, VIC
  • Place, Foster Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Prom Country Visitor Information Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Southern Rail Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Foster

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Foster Golf Club and Prom Country Visitor Information Centre. The vacation home includes a private pool, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Foster Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prom Country Visitor Information Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Great Southern Rail Trail - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whipstick Gully Natural Features Reserve - 7 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Foster Hot Bread Shop - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Foster Exchange Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raidars Take Away - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Foster Take Away - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cow Cow Foster - ‬14 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.

Mhara Downs Country Escape

Experience the inspiration and rejuvenation of a serene 13-acre bush retreat, offering stunning views of Foster’s surrounding hills and a southern panorama stretching to Wilson’s Promontory. This unique property blends country charm with coastal living, set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens and forested surroundings, yet conveniently close to the town and the breathtaking beaches of Waratah Bay and Wilson’s Promontory, including Sandy Point, Walkerville, Squeaky Bay, Darby River, and Tidal River.

The contemporary double-storey home is designed for comfort and versatility, providing ample living and accommodation spaces for up to six guests across three generous bedrooms. The master suite features a luxurious king-size bed, an en suite bathroom, and a relaxing spa bath, while the additional bedrooms are equipped with queen-size beds.

The well-appointed kitchen is a chef’s dream, ideal for preparing meals with fresh local produce. Enjoy dining on the outdoor decks, where you can savor the sunset, listen to the chirping birds, and occasionally hear the resident koala say goodnight. For a change of scenery, explore nearby renowned local dining options such as The Fish Creek Hotel, Gurney’s Cidery, and Promontory Restaurant & Winery.

Mhara Downs offers the ultimate escape with total privacy, accessed via a private driveway through a 12-acre natural bush park with remnant eucalypt forest. Discover quiet walking trails, and keep an eye out for echidnas, wombats, wallabies, and a variety of birdlife. This tranquil journey leads to one acre of meticulously landscaped and terraced gardens, featuring lush lawns, organic vegetable beds, BBQ facilities, and a swimming pool.

The home also boasts sustainable living features, including solar hot water, a grid-connected photovoltaic system, double-glazed windows, and home composting facilities. It’s a perfect holiday retreat for those who cherish panoramic views, ample space, privacy, comfort, and a deep connection with nature, all within walking distance of Foster township and a short drive to nearby coastal resorts.

Getaway Property Management Terms & Conditions:

For security and fraud purposes, guests are required to complete a booking form, provide licence ID for guests and confirm payment details prior to check in. These identification details must match the details of the person who made the reservation.

Strictly No parties

This property does not accept hens or bucks’ gatherings. Penalties as per terms and conditions agreement will apply to guests.

This property does not accept schoolies, penalties will apply to guests.

If you wish to book this property between schoolies dates -November 24th – December 10th, please call Getaway Property Management to discuss.

No smoking on premises.

No pets allowed.

Please note that this property is patrolled by Coastcom security.

20% Deposit automatically taken to secure booking – Final balance due 30 days prior to guest arrival.

No refund 30 days prior to original guest check in date – Partial refund eligible if booking is cancelled outside of 30 days from original guest arrival date.

Linen Included.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Composting
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The vacation home can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mhara Downs - 13 acres of lush garden and bushland Foster
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Foster, a short 8-minute walk from Foster Golf Club and also 15 minutes on foot from New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve. You'll also find Great Southern Rail Trail and Wonga Wonga South Bushland Reserve within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is Mhara Downs Country Escape good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Mhara Downs Country Escape have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mhara Downs Country Escape?

Yes, every accommodation at Mhara Downs Country Escape comes with a deck.

Reviews

Mhara Downs Country Escape Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Archie - Nhi H., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious property, beautiful views.

It’s like a secret hideaway. Barely a two-minute drive from Foster, you wind up a sweet little path and the house appears at the top of a hill. I was surprised by the spaciousness of the house and how gorgeous the views were. You can see rolling hills and trees from most rooms, but the best view is from the veranda where you can enjoy a coffee and listen to the quiet murmuring of many different birds. There’s a Nespresso machine, a great pool for warm days, adjacent BBQ (didn’t use it but I know a lot of ppl like to) and a big garden to explore. All rooms were clean, comfortable and well-equipped. Multiple living and dining areas! We never even made use of one of the lounges nor the formal dining area. RE the comment by another reviewer about the hot water running out quickly: this only seemed to affect the upstairs bathroom in the evenings so, if we all wanted to bathe after a busy day, we just made use of the downstairs bathroom. Wi-fi was excellent but weirdly Netflix was occasionally patchy in the evenings from the tv, so we would switch to watching Netflix from our own laptop which worked fine - never seemed to be an issue when the kids were watching cartoons in the morning. Foster is great for exploring Prom country. Visit Fish Creek if you’re a Noni the Pony fan! Atticus bookstore make a great coffee. Decent pub and bakery with friendly staff. We were lucky enough to be there when they had their craft market on. Overall a lovely experience - highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Foster

We enjoyed our stay at Mhara in Foster. The property was isolated in suburban Foster up a hill with a magical view. The facilities were excellent. The hot water became an issue if you wanted to shower after dark. We did not receive any replies to our queries during our stay which was a bit frustrating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023