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Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Clunes, VIC
  • Place, Bottle Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clunes Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen's Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Clunes

This vacation home places you next to Bottle Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Clunes Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Bottle Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clunes Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queen's Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Clunes Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Talbot Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪National Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪O'Haras Café- Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Widow Twankey's Chocolates & Sweets - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Quigley & Clarke - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Fifty Two - ‬10 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.

Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!

Welcome to Reader's Rest, a beautifully renovated, dog friendly miner's cottage in the historic township of Clunes. This charming property features 3 bedrooms, each equipped with air conditioners to ensure your comfort during your stay. The cottage also boasts 2 modern bathrooms, providing ample space for all guests.

The open-plan kitchen and lounge area is perfect for socialising and relaxing and features a cozy wood heater to keep you warm during the cooler months. The property also offers an outdoor entertaining area, with a BBQ perfect for hosting a gathering of family or friends.

For those who love to read, the property includes a dedicated reading room, as well as a cozy nook in the lounge area.

Conveniently located just 100m from Top Shop Milkbar, and within easy walking distance of the town centre you'll have quick access to a range of amenities including cafes, art galleries, and specialty shops. This property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and historic charm, making it the perfect choice for your next Clunes getaway.

Readers Rest is Dog friendly! Please know that your dog is welcome here. Unfortunately we cannot allow cats due to severe allergies, so please no cats.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated 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: 11:00 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Clunes is within a 10-minute walk of Clunes Museum and Bottle Museum. You'll also find Queen's Park and Clunes Bushland Reserve less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

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.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! have connecting rooms available?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

No, there aren't any house at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! that offer a balcony.

Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Towns

Nice to visit old goldmining Vic towns and stay in a comfortable house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juliann B.

Time to do, time to be …..

Peaceful stay, allowing time to do all those things you dream of doing….Read books.Completed a 1000 piece puzzle.Solved a murder mystery.Did some painting.Played some backyard cricket.Played another backyard skittle like game.Played guitar and sang.Just up the road had some laughs on the flying fox!Connected with family. Togetherness xxEasy walk to township for coffee. Newsagents staff were delightful and so patient with my elderly Mum. Fabulous butcher - highly recommend the lamb ( happily made best friends with our two dogs), IGA has all you need. Pharmacy also didn’t disappoint for some take home gifts.Well fenced property for dogs.2 very hot days/ nights 40 plus - air conditioned main room and bedrooms - we were all very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Readers Rest, Clunes

Quaint town, close proximity to lots to see and do. Fabulous property, well equipped and beautifully decorated. Very much enjoyed our stay and visit to the region
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Break:

House was presented well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to rest and relax

Great place to rest and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Clunes Stay!

We loved our stay in this beautiful home! It was exactly as advertised. The house was pristine, beautifully appointed and incredibly clean. It is a 5 minute walk into the heart of Clunes and in a quiet spot. Everything you need is at the house including heating and cooling. Beds were super comfortable too. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023