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Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly

Cottage in Bendigo with kitchen and patio

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Escape to this lovely rural property where farm-fresh eggs and a large covered verandah await. Watch the wildlife from your cozy retreat, or explore nearby towns like Bendigo CBD, Colbinabbin Silo Art, and Heathcote.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4452 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly

Lovely rural property, complete with a working chook house - yes farm fresh eggs for breakfast. Self Contained Cottage has a fenced in area to keep pets safe. Sit on the large covered verandah and watch the wild life go by which includes Rabbits and many types of native birds, or step out side the fenced in area for a lovely tree swing. Only 12 minutes from Bendigo CBD, less to Bendigo pottery, or various short drives to wonderful haunts like Colbinabbin Silo Art, Echua, Heathcote, Bridgewater, Castlemaine, Maldon, Reasdale & Axedale.

Generous apportioned cabin, which can sleep up to 4, Separate Bedroom with Queen Bed, Separate Bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen and family room complete with a sofa bed, full cooking facilities, continental Brecky offered upon request. Condiments supplied include Coffee. Tea, sugar, oil for cooking, salt and pepper and limit Spices.

Walking distance from Huntly Hotel providing smoke house and traditional pub meals, Award winning George's Bakery, Take away Gourmet burgers El Gordo's, a friendly LGA supermarket, hairdresser and Laundromat.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets 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.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 452 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Leave the beds we will strip them after you have left
If possible remove rubbish in bags provided and place in the outside bins provided.
There are doggies poo bags on the fence and a popa scopper near the gate entrance please clean up after your doggies please thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Pets on furniture or on the bed - please refer to rental agreement for all Pet requirements

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: The cottage is completely fenced

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Huntly, VIC

What's nearby

  • Bendigo Racecourse - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Lake Weeroona - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Ulumbarra Theatre - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Epsom Station - 6 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nem Viet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Huntly Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Cambrian Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly?

As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly on Nov 6, 2025 start from $100.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly located?

Located in Huntly, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Huntly Greene St Bushland Reserve and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Huntly Streamside Reserve. Whipstick Nature Conservation Reserve and Greater Bendigo National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Self Contained Country Cottage - semi rural property PET and child Friendly Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here 3 times now and just love it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sunny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Quiet get away

Lovely accom, comfy and quiet!Loved the breaky options. This was perfect for my hubby and I with our 2 year old who loved the chickens and bunnies as well as playing in the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Excellent stay

Clean and tidy with everything you could want, and a safe space for our dog
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durga R.

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

Cozy and comfy cabin

I spent one night in the cabin with my kids. It was a great accommodation with open space in the front. Nice, tidy and organised stuffs inside. Varieties of board games to enjoy with kids and of course lots of stuffs for snakes and breakfast. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURA S.

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

Perfect Cottage

Lovely small well equiped cottage. Perfect for a stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl J.

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

fantastic

great place very quite and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Wonderful place to stay.

So peaceful and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Country cottage

Beautiful little space that’s great for dogs. Nice relaxing getaway on land. Above and beyond with milk bread etc.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent all round

Lovely property. Friendly farm stay feel Very clean Friendly owners easy communication. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Steve and Anne

Beautiful cottage very well appointed, you obviously care about your guests. Perfect place for pets. Thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Peaceful and

Lovely, comfortable and my dog loved it. The owners have thought of everything, it’s well supplied with basic foods, condiments and little extras such as cooking oil and torches which we used.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjali R.

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

A fabulous stay

This was a perfect location for what we needed and the thoughtful extra touches around the cottage were lovely. Meagan and Mitch were excellent hosts and we would not hesitate to book with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

A S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely place, and just as described. Meagan and Mitch were very generous with their provision for breakfast. They even went the extra mile to make sure the cottage was warm and cozy before our arrival. Definitely, recommending it to family and friends! Thanks Meagan & Mitch :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

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

Comfortable overnight stay

Cute tidy pet friendly cottage, lovely to bed down for the night on a long road trip. Lovely array of breakfast condiments
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
we loved every bit of it and would stay again, the eggs and bread and cereal nice touch too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Huntly

If we could have we would have given 6 Stars, perfect location and just what we needed to stop and relax. Loved meeting Murphy and all the Chooks and Mitch, so we missed you Meagan, highly recommend if you want to just stop. First class amenities as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamana S.

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

Wonderful

Our second time staying here. We enjoy our stay as it suits us with our little dog. Wonderful little place. We enjoyed the chickens and seeing Murphy resident pooch. We look forward to our next stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

country cottage

the cottage was spotless. the heater was turned on for us so it was cosy on arrival. Plenty of quality teas, coffees, bread, milk and fresh eggs. It was amazing. Also. there was plenty of area for our dog to investigate & exercise in. we would highly recommend it.Thank you Meagan, Mitch & MurphyWe will be back. heather & Ian
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

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

Highly recommend

I would highly recommend this property. It was well equipped with everything required. The hosts were very friendly and easy to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Huntly Cottage Bendigo

It was very pleasant and we would not hesitate to stay again when returning to Bendigo.RegardsPeter Sly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

A lovely weekend getaway

This was a very clean and tidy accommodation with everything we needed and its in a great spot with space to breathe and animals to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindus C.

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

Eggcellent!

Very clean, comfortable and welcoming. Enjoyed a lot. Lovely eggs. Murphy and the chook girls were a highlight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine H.

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

Comfortable stay

This property was as described and the hosts were very accomodating with our early checkin request and generous with breakfast provisions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta S.

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

Beautiful private cottage

We were looking for a pet friendly place to stay at short notice and this was perfect. Very clean and everything that we needed. Very accommodating for pets.Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025