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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fryerstown, VIC
  • Place, Wesley Hill Market
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fryerstown

This vacation home is located 3 mi (4.9 km) from Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and within a 10-minute drive of Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a Smart TV.
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What's nearby

  • Wesley Hill Market - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Restorers Barn - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Boomtown - 14 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 14 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 14 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 14 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taste of the Orient - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Relax in rural retreat

Relax at this unique and tranquil getaway. Wake up to the sounds of birds and utilise the open plan kitchen/dining lounge for restful afternoons and evenings. Enjoy various outdoor seating areas or warm up in the cosy indoor areas. Within 15 minutes of Castlemaine where there is always events on, great food for dining and bespoke shopping to be had. Local swimming and famous mineral water collection spot is within 10 minutes for a dip in nature to cool down on hot days.
Light filled open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area. There are two comfortably sized bedrooms which receive morning sun. Configuration options include either a king bed in bedroom 1 and double bed in bedroom 2 or two single beds in bedroom 1 and double bed in bedroom 2. Advance notice needed to configure to king. A double fold out bed is also available in the lounge area.
Pets are welcome with an extra fee.
The property is set on 3/4 of an acre and has a very spacious feel with native gardens, veggie gardens and fruit trees.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
It’s appreciated if you can clean and put your dishes away. Used sheets and towels go in the laundry basket on top of the washing machine. If ashtray used empty in st bin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Max of 6 guests in house. Caravan available for extra fee. Please respect the property and be aware of noise for neighbours. No parties or events.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: only dogs that are good with wildlife

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Fryerstown, close to Wesley Hill Market, Restorers Barn, and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station. You'll also find Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and Chewton H8A Bushland Reserve within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Relax in rural retreat?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

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 Relax in rural retreat good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does Relax in rural retreat have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Relax in rural retreat have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bendigo, VIC (BXG), which is about 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Relax in rural retreat?

Yes, every house at Relax in rural retreat comes with a patio.

Relax in rural retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicity L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely short stay here - thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ros W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected. We were able to keep house warm easily. Kitchen functioned really well. Easy property to find and good short walks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
its a lovely clean house with comfortable beds ( although fold out bed is only basic ikea one so only best for a child). Quality is inline with the price and location. Kym was great in terms of communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026