Title: The Bower Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=21319904&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bower ## Photo gallery for The Bower ![3-Bedroom House (2 Queen Beds + 1 Tri-Bunk) | Terrace/patio - The Bower (Merrijig)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21320000/21319904/f693e308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Bower (Merrijig)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21320000/21319904/9c3ba497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3-Bedroom House (2 Queen Beds + 1 Tri-Bunk) | Living room | Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player - The Bower (Merrijig)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21320000/21319904/2adbb88c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3-Bedroom House (2 Queen Beds + 1 Tri-Bunk) | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Bower (Merrijig)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21320000/21319904/f409dfaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Bower (Merrijig)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21320000/21319904/2505ca2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at The Bower and take advantage of a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and a restaurant. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included - Restaurant - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bower This smoke-free cottage features a restaurant, a garden, and barbecue grills. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a lobby fireplace. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Guest accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Flat-screen televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Crib: AUD 50 per stay ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Dining - A restaurant ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21319800/21319744/73716935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jarrah Lodge Merrijig - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=21319744&PinnedHotelID=21319744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93240000/93238300/93238275/82b9c321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moonlight Ridge Chalet - Welcoming all Visitors Merrijig - Dryer - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=93238275&PinnedHotelID=93238275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120050000/120047800/120047740/87e64418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jarrah Lodge - Sleeps 10 - Merrijig Merrijig - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews $521 nightly $521 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=120047740&PinnedHotelID=120047740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34621100/34621039/5a5459c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Base of Mt Buller -3 bedroom house in Merrijig ....OFFERING DISCOUNTS Merrijig - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews $644 nightly $696 total Mar 17 - Mar 18 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=34621039&PinnedHotelID=34621039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120590000/120580500/120580487/95764f7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Settle @ Sawmill: 3 BR, 1 BA Cottage in Sawmill Settlement, Sleeps 6 Sawmill Settlement - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Outdoor Space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=120580487&PinnedHotelID=120580487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123550000/123548200/123548138/8f6a1a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Administrative fee: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Housekeeping fee: AUD 100 per stay - Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 50 per stay - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 professionally cleaned ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Alcohol is not served at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Bower House Merrijig Bower Merrijig The Bower Cottage The Bower Merrijig The Bower Cottage Merrijig ## About the neighborhood Merrijig is home to this cottage. Mt. Buller Alpine Resort and Mount Stirling are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Delatite Education Area and Mount Russell Education Area. [Visit our Merrijig travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Merrijig.dx6055314) [View more Cottages in Merrijig](https://www.expedia.com/Merrijig-Cottages.d6055314-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.11200%2C146.35611&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GZSGulaclwXRs1xCk_lE9RiWMxk=) 31 Purcell Drive, Merrijig, VIC, 3723 ### What's nearby - ![Mt. Buller Ski Slopes featuring a luxury hotel or resort, night scenes and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147346/b8d0b8f5-d69e-431a-9e59-ee948cc6ddbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mt. Buller Alpine Resort 5 min drive \- 3.3 miles - ![Bindaree Hut, lovely old cattlemen's hut at Bindaree Flats on Mt Stirling. Free camping, bush... mountains... animals going bump in the night... gorgeous. Grab a map and head up to Mt Stirling on the circuit road. Northern Victoria, about 5 hours from Melbourne.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55378/c2863036-3fee-462c-b421-cb4a78ae2e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Stirling Alpine Resort 7 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Mount Russell Education Area 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Delatite Education Area 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Mount Stirling 6 min drive \- 3.8 miles ### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) 164 min drive ### Restaurants - Harry Burns 23 min drive - The Hunt Club Hotel Merrijig 7 min drive - Arlberg Bistro & Sports Bar 23 min drive - Mt Buller Fish and Chippery 22 min drive - Burger Haus 21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bower pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Bower? ### What time is check-out at The Bower? ### Where is The Bower located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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