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Outdoor dining
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Gembrook, VIC
  • Place, Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Swallowfield Winery
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Hoddles Creek, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Lusatia Park Road Bushland Reserve and Yellingbo Nature Conservation Reserve. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Lusatia Park Road Bushland Reserve - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Swallowfield Winery - 16 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Bunyip State Park - 23 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forest Edge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gembrook Hill Vineyard - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Moonfire Pit - ‬26 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.

Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!

Only 1 3/4 hours drive from Melbourne CBD, your fully self-contained private 2-Bedroom cottage nestled between bush and green fields awaits you. You are free to explore our 40 acres, meet our friendly sheep alpacas, pigs, chooks and cows. Children love helping feed them and collect fresh eggs.

You can leave your busy city life behind you. Spend the days bush walking, riding Puffing Billy, grape grazing at local wineries, cycling, even snow playing in winter.. then relax and unwind in the spa bath, cook a BBQ whilst watching a spectacular sunset over the ranges. Bird watching from the deck is a favorite activity with an array of birdlife, including lyrebirds and bower birds and many more.

NB: Many accommodation places have several cottages-we only have ONE! - so peace and privacy is guaranteed.

Once the stars are out in the clear country sky, the wildlife is active. Wombats, koalas, lyrebirds, kangaroos and bandicoots are some of the animals you'll spot at Hoddles Hideaway. no noise, no neighbours, just peace and quiet.

Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook Farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet.

*Breakfast can be provided by prior request*
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Farming classes
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Turn off the lights
Please make sure all lights and air conditioners are off
No need to lock-please just leave keys on the bench
Thank you for choosing Hoddles Hideaway!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Cup Weekend, minimum 4 night stay No loud Music to be played
It can be used by the confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner.
You may be asked for a photo id, details about your group and purpose of your trip. Booking may be cancelled if any of the above info is not provided

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 10:00 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.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Hoddleshideaway farmstay40 Acres of Peace/privacy
Hoddles Hideaway Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy
Hoddles Hideaway , Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy Melbourne
107556

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Hoddles Creek, close to Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve, Bulong Estate, and Bunyip State Park. Nangana Bushland Reserve is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Will I be able to park at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a hot tub and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

This cottage offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

Yes, every cottage at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamieson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved.it, great spot. Beautiful experince for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time with the animals and in the tranquil environment. Thanks Kath and Sheralee for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Witi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private. Great communication with host. Comfortable beds, clean house, and lots of space to walk outside.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful farmstay

We had a lovely time staying at Hoddles Hideaway. Kath was so lovely, taking the time to introduce our kids to the animals on the property and even letting them feed them! We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at the Hoddles Hideaway! The kids absolutely loved feeding the animals, it was such a great hands-on experience. The accommodation was very neat, tidy and extremely clean. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Loved every minute of it, clean, secluded and fun with animals all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Had a lovely stay - very homely and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chloe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for kids

Kids loved the animals, property was lovely and clean and well equipped. Easy access to fun things in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

Great location, so quiet and peaceful. Beautiful house with great layout and everything we needed 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and cosy!

I stayed here for a few nights and the location was perfect. It was peaceful and a cosy place for me to escape to for a few days. Great place to go away to!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful farm stay

We had a wondeful time staying at Hoddles Hideaway, our kids especially enjoying the farm animals, playing on the swings and running around the yard. The cottage is in a brilliant location and was very comfortable and clean. The kids are keen to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hoddles Hideaway delights

We had such a nice time on the farm. The kids of all ages loved interacting with the animals and exploring the property. Kath was lovely to deal with and communication was great. Thank you for the great holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

meg k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic family holiday

Great little farm house with everything we needed. 3 year old was very impressed with farm animals. Nice relaxing atmosphere just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Blissful getaway

The most tranquil scenic property, very clean and comfortable accommodation with the best host! Absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with amazing views and spectacular sunsets ❤️ 12/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suvi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

I loved staying at this peaceful and cosy cottage with stunning sunset views overlooking the paddock!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet getaway

Animals were great. The cottage is cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

Such a peaceful and grounding getaway. Perfect place to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and simpler things.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for two couples

We had a wonderful country stay here. It was just what we were looking for to get away from the city and appreciate Victoria's countryside again. The house is perfect for two couples and the owners are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private hideaway

A fantastic property in an idyllic location. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped (so nice for a holiday cottage to have condiments!). The location is perfect - great views, animals that the kids loved feeding and amazing views. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayanthy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

It was weekend getaway was enjoyed by all of us. The accommodation was clean, well presented with everything we need. We will return to Hoddles Hideway for sure..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

My wife and I wanted a quiet getaway and we got exactly what we desired.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage views are amazing birdlife was abundance but when the alpacas and sheep came running.

Beautiful scenery, cosey cottage great views plenty of wildlife and cute sheep, alpacas and cows
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the adorable cottage! From the colour of the house to the views, from the cows to the native birds - It was so quaint and peaceful. Cannot wait to return with my two small kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at hoddles hideaway! It was warm and cozy. We especially loved the cows, sheep and chickens. We were lucky enough to be given 6 freshly laid eggs for breakfast which was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Peaceful and therapeutic time away

My husband & 2 year old immensely enjoyed our time away at Hoddles Hideaway. It was the perfect 3 nights away from the city to reconnect with nature and spend quality time together. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018