Wow, what a slice of heaven. If you were to imagine the perfect homestead life coupled with style and (URL HIDDEN) would be this place. But the best part is the family that lives there. Ruth and John are a delight and incredibly welcoming. Not forgetting Patsy and Mr Baxter the dogs. What a lovely Australian wild life treasure too. I would love to go back one day too.

Ruth and John were perfect hosts. They were were very clear in all their communication with me and welcomed me warmly. The place is absolutely beautiful - couldn't believe that there is literally a beautiful view from every room, even the bathroom. The photos don't do it justice. The garden is large and beautiful, the birds including tiny finches, kookaburras, king parrots, cockatoos and rosellas visit at all times of the day while you are sitting on the verandah. Really special!

Ruth was a friendly and welcoming host who made my stay a real pleasure

Very nice people with a beautiful quiet home, in amazing grounds. Perfect spot for a quite weekend getaway.

Very good. The garden is fantastic. The bird life is mind blowing. The hosts are amazing.

Delightfully warm and hospitable hosts .... location and ambiance beyond all expectations!

Ruth and John are a lovely, warm-hearted couple. I booked this accommodation for my parents who are visiting Australia for the first time. I couldn't have found a more beautiful place close-by and lovelier people. The house is absolutely magnificent and the garden around, or shall I say park, leaves you speechless. The pictures don't do justice to what awaits you. Ruth and John have lived in this area long time so they can provide you with plenty of tips of what to see and do and where to go. They're amazing and I'm so happy I found this place and met both of them. I'm sure we stay in touch beyond the stay of my parents as I live close-by myself.

What else can I add to my last review? Ruth and John have been amazing and made my parents stay memorable. Their garden is huge and filled with so much wildlife, especially birds, that it's absolutely stunning for every visitor. It's simply amazing. Thank you for everything you've done, Ruth and John!

Veronika's place is more amazing than the photos! she is lovely

This place is magnificent. Every sections of the villa has unique artistic feel to it. We really enjoyed our stay with our Pom Jiro and would recommend staying there for more than one night or as long as you can. Veronika was such a lovely host, and very welcoming. We had some issue with our car rental on the day and had to check in later than expected, Veronika was very understanding. This place is one of a kind and we are really hoping to stay there again in the near future.

Thank you so much Veronika! We had the most beautiful time and you made it so special. Thank You so much. ❤️ We will be back!!

A personal tour by our host started us on a wonderful weekend stay at this property. An extraordinary house with an interior filled with many treasures from all over the globe, it was a feast for the senses. The views were magic (Oh, those windows!) the house a delight and who can't go past an open fireplace - especially in a Melbourne winter! I would like the thank Veronika for allowing us to check out late and really enjoy those views on Sunday morning. A true experience.

Veronica's place was absolutely beautiful, photos really don't do it justice. A very relaxing Christmas, spent by the pool and enjoying the amazing surroundings :)

The house and grounds were fantastic and provided a wonderful environment in which to relax even with the wet weather. Beautiful.

A wonderful retreat getaway with beauty, art and history. It was a lovely way to celebrate my partners birthday, and at the end of the two nights- we didn't want to leave!! The attention to detail was immaculate and the grounds around the house were just like a fairytale. Would definitely go back regularly!

Veronika's secret hideaway is the perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend. The house is fantastic, the wild life on the property is amazing and the relaxing bath amongst the garden is stunning. Veronika is a great host and she made sure our stay was perfect.

This was hands down one of the best Airbnb experiences! An absolute gem of a find. Firstly, I was greeted by the host family carrying baby wombats -- best welcome possible. I arrived late in the night due to work which they happily accommodated. The bus is fantastic and has everything you need (full kitchen with supplies, shower, etc). I underpacked food but that was no problem with the abundance of treats and breakfast foods they supplied. It was a very cold weekend but sleeping was still warm and cosy with thick blankets and a heater. The bed is in the back of the bus with two windows on each side, waking up to the view of many furry farm friends was surreal! Lots of animals: horses, goats, sheep, dogs, possums, and wombats!! Wombats! They were kind enough to let me feed them, a once in a lifetime experience--except I know I'll be back :) They showed me a short cut to RJ Chambers Flora and Fauna Reserve. The short cut takes you across sacred aboriginal rock cliffs, a creek, and horse paddocks. You can easily spend all day hiking this reserve. Kangaroo/wallaby and deer sitings, so much bird watching, my dog had a blast. I left my keys there and they were more than happy to post them to me. Can't wait to escape again, hugely appreciated the entire experience.

This place is a gem. The bus is awesome and pretty much has everything you need for living comfortably. There was heaps of food including fresh beans from the garden, eggs, bacon, coffee (pod machine) etc. It was a cold night, but the bed is warm and comfy and there is a heater. Really lovely people, very friendly, open, helpful ! And of course, we got to cuddle and feed the baby wombats which was just wonderful. Would recommend to anyone looking for a close to nature, relaxed, beautiful holiday or break.

Lyndel and Don were so warm and welcoming, showing me around their property and allowing me to approach them with anything I needed. The converted bus was absolutely amazing, so cosy and had such a great charm. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to get away from the city life and enjoy the peace at this beautiful property.

We loved our stay here. We went bush walking both days. The property is amazing. The bus was nice and cozy & the highlight ... feeding and cuddling the baby wombats! Hope to return one day soon. Can't recommend enough!

This whole experience exceeded our expectations. The bus is super comfy and cute, the surrounding land is beautiful, Lyndel and Ron are very welcoming hosts and are very keen to share the love of their cuddly wombats. We'll be back again!

Thank you for a most memorable stay, it is certainly one the kids and I will remember and talk about. You have a most magical place and the bus is amazing , cosy and equipped with all home comforts. We really appreciated the breakfast food , nibbles, drinks and farm fresh eggs and bacon plus the home baked chocolate crackle you provided. We were so grateful for the opportunity to hand feed and play with the baby wombats, feed the pony and goat and take the dogs for a walk on your gorgeous property. We even saw Petes dragon ( although on your DVD) however I wouldn't be surprised if he was somewhere o n your property also! This was a surprise Australian farm stay at its finest! The bed was comfortable , the place was clean and well presented and you would know it was a bus if it didn't have wheels and a steering wheel ! We even purchased a super cute handmade wombat that is made out of pottery on the premises. What I also loved is the fact the air bnb helps to fund their wombat rescue and what an amazing job they do. Incredible hosts with an amazing stay, the children and I will be back for sure!! 10/10 I thoroughly recommend you book while you can still get a reservation. Thank you for having us! Lucretia, lexi and Roman

Lyndel and Don could not have been more hospitable from start to finish. The stay, in the converted bus, was unique - surprisingly spacious, warm and cosy (even on a wintery night) and wonderfully comfortable. We helped tend their orphaned wombats, indulged ourselves with the outstanding homebrew (not just the best homebrew you'll taste but you'll be hard pushed to find a more drinkable beer on the shelves of any shop!), we doted on their horse and goat, watched the curious sheep who kept a safe distance from our boisterous toddler. A morning trek into the reserve adjoining their land gave us and our 2 dogs an opportunity to stretch our legs in the beautiful countryside surrounding the property. A top class stay that will live long in the memory!

Was looking for a slightly different weekend getaway when I bumped into this. The bus was extremely well kept. The heated blankets served us well since it was quite cold when we went. Don and Lynden showed us around their entire 'piece of paradise'. They have so many different animals on their estate. We got to feed the wombats and horses. Don was also nice enough to give me a bottle of his brewed beer. I suppose I am missing out on stuff because there was so much to see and do in the one day that were there. Highly recommend it for the place and the hosts. They are absolutely wonderful and I hope to be going back very soon.

Catherine and Tony's place is great, perfectly secluded and peaceful. The place is well equipped with everything you would need for a short stay and the hot tub was perfect! The bathroom was gorgeous and the bed was comfortable. Catherine and Tony were very friendly. Would recommend to other couples who have their own car and want a break from the city!

The stay was lovely! Catherine and Tony really thought of everything and even left breakfast out! A scenic view in a perfect getaway

Amazing hospitality so much more than we expected. Great little hidden gem.If your looking for a private beautiful get away we highly recommend. Beautiful senery and so peaceful. But not to far away from restaurants shopping. Absolutely loved it. Catherine's hidden gem is very clean and the spa is to die for. Would definitely stay again.

Quiet spot with lovely views. We enjoyed the beautiful large bathtub and bath room.

We had a great time at Catherine and Tony's. The apartment is spacious, clean and comfortable. The bathroom was amazing!!! Such a huge bath. The garden setting was also lovely and our toddler loved playing in the garden and greeting the horses. Both Tony and Catherine were very welcoming and friendly.Highly recommended.

A wonderful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable place in a peaceful setting. Lovely hosts who were a delight to deal with. Highly recommend and definitely would come back again

Wonderful stay! Very prompt organisation and we had everything we needed and more.

Catherine is such a wonderful host who thinks of absolutely everything. She went above and beyond what she had to. The accommodation was well and truly above our expectations and we enjoyed it thoroughly. We will endeavour to return.

Great, this house is so good for our family. Big , clean and all facilities have.

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Our family enjoyed our stay at Cameron's house. Check in and check out went smoothly. The place itself is surrounded by natural beauty and awesome views. The house was clean and spacious and perfect for our large family.

Lovely house. Good location. The house is clean and comfortable. The property has a lovely garden (closer to Jungle!) and has a wonderful spa bath too. The house shows some signs of its age but is good condition. Cameron had plenty of instructions on how to drive the place and wes more then flexible with checkout and checkin. The linen and towels provided were all of great condition and quality.

Our extended family of 9 really enjoyed this quiet and beautiful home. We chose this location as our base while we visited Yarra Valley and Puffing Billy. The host made us feel really welcomed by having a well-equipped kitchen and pantry (sauces, oils, coffee and teas). We loved the large open concept kitchen so that we can all help get the meals ready. The kids love watching the cockatoos that visited every morning and also exploring the outside of the house. The location is quiet and peaceful, perfect for a retreat. There are also 2 large grocery stores about 5-minute drive away.

Awesome place, lots of room, perfect escape for the family. Our 2 year old loved seeing the birds, chickens next door, goats and sheep next door. Great quiet place to relax.

Place as described. Clean, comfortable, good communication and great location. You will not be disappointed. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay especially the visit from the native birds .

We had family down for holidays and really enjoyed our time at Cameron's place! It was spacious and had more than enough room for our whole family of 9! We enjoyed cooking family meals in the well equipped kitchen and enjoyed dining at the spacious dinner table! The kids were well entertained with the wide range of dvds available there. Thanks so much for everything! We look forward to staying there again sometime soon

Heidi's an absolute brilliant host nothing is to much of a problem for her.Her place is a great option if you're staying in the Pakeham Officer areas.Its very comfortable and everything you need for a relaxing stay.

To stay at Heidi's gives you impression to be somewhere equal to home.

Lovely location for the outer eastern suburbs, Beaconsfield, Yarra Valley etc. Modern new home with designer decor. Friendly & helpful host.

Heidi is a lovely host and her house is wonderful. It's modern, tidy and has everything (and more) of what you need. Would recommend to anybody who wants to be close to the city/dandenongs/Phillip island and a number of other great locations in Victoria. Thanks for a great stay Heidi.

Staying at Heidi's place was an absolute pleasure, such a nice big house and of high quality.Heidi was very accommodating and thoughtful made me feel right at home.If your looking at staying in Officer or Pakenham Heidi's place is great option,close to everything you may need.

Great host with a beautiful warm welcoming home. Highly recommend Heidi and her lovely home for a stay.

Heidi, A overall great experience, prompt communication, nice house and pleasant host.

Excellent hostess and good location. No problems recommending the bnb.

Viktoria was lovely host and was very easy to deal with for our booking and was very quick on her responses” The cottage was perfect for our trip and was in a great location to Berwick. Really good size rooms and living area and a lovely grounds around the house

Our family only had the pleasure of staying here for one night, but it was exactly what we needed to reset before we resumed our hectic week. Viktoria is a great host and very accommodating. We were pleased to see that there were some fresh eggs, fruit and milk awaiting our arrival. This residence was everything that we'd hoped for; surrounded by lush greenery, animals, farmland and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Very clean and well kept. We hope to return for a future stay.

This was our second stay and we loved it even more than the first time. Beautiful gardens and surrounds with plenty for the kids to explore. Viktoria was a great host and all communication was very quick. We will be back.

Viktoria was the perfect host. She wasn't at all intrusive but made us feel very welcome. There were eggs, bread, milk and fruit and a few other little unexpected treats. I would not hesitate at all to stay there again. Kardinyaa is an unexpected treasure in a beautiful spot and has everything one needs just to stay there and relax. thank you Viktoria.

What a beautiful place. Amazing location with ponies, bunnies, chickens and geese. Great playground for our toddler. Comfy beds. We loved absolutely everything! Especially fresh fruit and eggs laid by Viktoria's chickens. Thank you very much. Will definitely come back again.

so friendly and helpful

As described, the cottage is a 'cabin-in-the-woods' experience with nature's best all around. It suited our needs perfectly and has everything provided + unexpected extras. Warm, comfortable and cosy.

The cottage was so peaceful and very scenic would recommend to anyone who is looking for the same qualities. The weather was very hot when we stayed so could of done with a extra fan for the bedrooms.

It was a wonderful experience to stay with such a warm welcoming host . The place is a comfy, antique style cottage . It had beautiful view that we were looking for and the animals around were very friendly although my kids are not very animal friendly but they are missing them. Overall experience living there was excellent and I would prefer to go there again .

A great place for families who love animals. The 2 dogs were extremely friendly as was the cat who loves to come for a cuddle.

Kristina made us feel very comfortable. We had our space, enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back.

Lovely grounds and very friendly pets! We had a wonderful stay thank you.

Had a peaceful relaxing stay. Everything is as described and Krissy a wonderful host, as are the dogs Couta and Lily along with the cat PussPuss. A slice of country just minutes from suburbia.

Nice to stay in a place with some character and charm

This is a remarkable experience and we had a great time here. Krissy is very nice and the pets are very friendly. Our daughter loved to play with the 2 border collies, cats and horse! Thank you Krissy!

We were amazed upon arriving at the property to see how beautiful the area is and were lucky to be allowed to checkin earlier than originally planned. It is such a beautiful location and so peaceful. We loved the cows grazing in the paddocks and so did our 3yr old grandson. The house was large and well equipped for the 5 of us. The 2 fireplaces were well stocked with firewood and all necessary materials. It was like being in our own home - it was so comfortable. I would highly recommend this property

This place is the ABC of all accommodations. Other places should definitely follow this as an example. It was A for Affordable B for Brilliantly picturesque C for Comfortably Cozy The property had everything a business team from the USA needed. And they even offered bread and milk. Siva was easy to communicate with and made our check in and check out so simple. The place is fit for a king, a family and for business people. It was one of the best places we have stayed at on our tour in Australia. Both the cast and crew said they would love to have stayed longer.

We enjoyed a wonderful stay that exceeded our expectations. Murray and Margaret were so friendly and helpful, and communicated promptly on all our queries. The farm is close enough to town and all the facilities and far enough from the hustle and bustle to be perfectly situated, and was easy to find and get to. Siva was friendly and helpful when we arrived, accomodating an earlier check in and even brought us milk and bread on our first day. What a wonderful gesture! The home was cosy and comfortable and the farm was immaculate, with attention paid to every detail. There were toiletries in the bathrooms, food items in the pantry and fridge, firewood and kindling with firestarters and matches at the fireplaces, and internet access. Everything about the farm - the fences, gates, driveways, gardens, lawns etc was neat and tidy, and well maintained. There is a tennis court with racquets and balls, and plenty of firewood for two fireplaces that made the evenings warm and inviting for all. We were farmers years ago, and it was so good to stay on an immaculately maintained farm again, to wake up to the sounds of cattle in the paddocks, and watch the sun rise over beautifully maintained pastures and towering gum trees. It was what we were used to and felt like home from home. We will recommend this stay to all our friends. We had a lovely time catching up with our children whom we had not seen for a couple of years. A memorable time for us in a beautiful setting.

Lovely farm setting, great for getting away from everything. But still close to Melbourne.

Fantastic farmstay! House was clean and roomy - plenty of room for us all. The two living areas a great for kids/adults. Fireplaces was perfect for our winter getaway, we loved visiting the cowes everyday. Murray and Margaret have thought of everything. Easy check in and we will definitely love to come again! Thanks again !

The property is beautiful with stunning views out to the paddocks and and hills behind. The house was very comfortable and inviting with plenty of room to relax away from everyone else or all together. Would defiantly stay here again.

Excellent calm and beautiful home with scenic views...provided every facilities required for a family holidays....thanks...

Beautiful area, beautiful home. Ten out of ten.

David's house was fantastic! It was warm and cozy, way beyond my family's expectations. We could see a lot of efforts being put into designing and decorating the house. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you need. David was extremely kind to have waited for us for several hours as we were delayed on the way to his house. David told us that he just started the airbnb business not too long ago and we are the third guest that he is hosting. We felt great pleasure upon hearing that. Frankly speaking, when we first chanced upon David's house on airbnb app, it doesn't look too appealing physically, and the price is too good to be true. We still booked it in the end as it was within our budget. When we reached David's house, we were pleasantly surprised. As opposed to most Airbnb houses which look better on photos, David's house is in fact much better in reality and the atmosphere was really soothing. Moreover, there were eateries some minutes drive from where we live. Overall, a very enjoyable and unforgettable stay. Will definitely and highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Melbourne. No doubt getting your money's worth.

It is quiet and cosy accommodation. Thank you David for your warm welcome.

Stayed here twice now . The perfect spot, and great hosts.

Thanks to David for a great stay at the cottage. It was the perfect place for our weekend away! Easy access into Pakenham and Berwick, yet quiet and secluded (right next to the golf course). The house was clean and well equipped with everything we needed (and the added touch of the choc biscuits was a very appreciated surprise!) The toiletries were amazing (we weren't expecting such good quality) and they really thought of everything we may need for a comfortable stay. I found the double bed to be quite uncomfortable, but the single beds are great. You will not be disappointed in staying at this lovely cottage.

A very comfortable and relaxing place to stay - perfect to explore nearby Emerald or for a Puffing Billy focused getaway. We stayed 3 nights with a toddler and it was very kid friendly, which was a bonus. Wood fireplace is great for the recent cooler spring nights.

We were the first guests of The Tuscan Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. David and Gaye have thought of everything to make this the perfect home away from home and our stay was comfortable, relaxing and just what we were looking for. Would definitely recommend this cottage to others looking for a quiet, cosy weekend away

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David is a great host and the cottage is perfect, really can't fault it at all. Great location, great deco, full of characteristics. If you fancy a Tuscan style holiday this is the one. We definitely recommend it and would love to stay in there again.

Tina was a great host, welcoming and so hospitable. The property was exactly as described and included some additional special touches and surprises! Such a beautiful part of the world and a perfect escape from the city, I truly felt relaxed and comfortable and very welcomed by Mr Oliver, Tina's beautiful dog. I will definitely be back!

Tina was a fabulous host and it exceeded our expectations. The place was spacious and cozy and we will definitely go again. :)

Tina is the perfect host, we felt at home in the cottage. It had everything we wanted and needed, including the visiting Kangaroo, Echidna and Kookaburras. Our pet Schnauzer also loved playing with Tinas Schnauzer, Ollie. Thank you Tina for making our stay so wonderful and for the very tasty Lasagne, salad and home grown strawberries you made for us on our 1st night. x

A lovely, quiet place not too far a drive from town. There were so many wonderful surprises during our stay and would definitely recommend for a quiet time away. Thanks Tina for your hospitality.

Tina was lovely and thoughtful, supplying extra goodies we could purchase if we wanted a midnight nibble after arriving late from NZ. The bed was very, very comfortable and breakfast included fresh farm eggs. Shower was nice and hard and towels were soft. Short stretch of dirt road before we got to the house but Tina gave great instructions about how to find the accommodation. The accommodation was part of the main house but a glass access door between them was blocked by a sideboard. I found this a little disconcerting because our bedroom wall was shared by the hosts kitchen. As it turned out, our host slept at the other end of her house and noise through a thin wall was not an issue. All in all it was a lovely stay. We really only slept there at night because there were so many activities in the local area to enjoy.

Tina is a wonderful, warm and generous host and easy to communicate with. The place is clean and cosy and there was even fresh produce to enjoy. Great location to enjoy the bush from the porch and close to the heart of Emerald. Would definitely recommend!

We had a really cosy two-night stay at Tina's place. The place is nice and quiet in a beautiful forest, a perfect get-away from the city. It was clean and warm and had all the necessities we needed. The house is close to Emerald where we had lunch at the local bakery & café, worth a visit! Would definitely come back again!

Tina is a fabulous host, friendly and accommodating. The cottage is well equipped and the location is quiet and relaxing, yet not far from town.

Out of all our airbnb stays to date,our holiday at Rivendell farm was the best!ML & Bruce are the best hosts ever.They were very friendly and treated us like part of their family.The beauty of the farm cannot be explained in words and we were amazed by the dedication and hard work put in by them to keep everything rolling.If you are an animal lover,you will have some great company over there.(list is many including dogs,cats,horses etc).The air around there was so calm and relaxing and there are lots of activities to do (URL HIDDEN) and Bruce showed us around and explained each and every minute details and there are walking trails were you can enjoy the beauty of nature.We really look forward for our next trip there.

Staying at Mae & Bruce's heaven was very nice. I can't find anywhere else as quiet as their place. To me, it was very relaxing. The smell of wood burning in traditional heater, hanging out with dogs, walking in the forest, and watching great views were all fantastic. They're the most helpful and welcoming host I've ever seen. If you want a place to spend your day off or your holiday, I would highly recommend Mae's place. Thank you again :)

If you want a beautiful place with lovely people and heap's of colourful birds, then this is the place for you. Great company and both hosts are talented artists. Really enjoyed their home, thanks for sharing.

Great accommodation, beautiful location, amazing hosts and perfect for a family getaway or a couples retreat.

The photos perfectly depict this property. It is modern, clean, neat and uncluttered. Literally city styling meets country living. Rebecca is friendly and welcoming. The books and toys available for the children are as new. There are also animals to see: horses, cats, dog, hens and bird life. Fantastic location to explore Puffing Billy and surrounds. Don't forget the kids can use the outdoor play equipment (we did ). I would recommend this experience to family and friends.

Stayed overnight with family. Everything exceeded our expectations. Thanks for having us!

My wife and i stayed for a "minimoon" after our wedding. Everything about the place is incredible. The animals are friendly and very cute. We really appreciated the little touches; like the fresh eggs from the chickens out the back. There was no need to ever leave the cottage as everything we could want for a relaxing weekend away was supplied.

I stayed here with my Mum and Sister overnight as a birthday gift to my Mum. Rebecca was the perfect host, nothing was too much for her and her response rates were almost immediate! The accommodation was absolutely beautiful, warm and smelt divine when we walked in. We were spoilt for choice with the breakfast hamper items and even a block of chocolate to eat too! Picked up some local Thai for dinner (one of Rebecca's recommendations) and it did not disappoint. We could have stared out the windows at the horses and goats all day - too cute! Cant wait to return!

Absolutely amazing property and would highly recommend staying here :)

Beautiful property, lovely host, provisions where plentiful and delicious. Accommodation was beautifully presented and very clean. Highly recommended!

Beautiful accommodation in an amazing part of Victoria. Close to Emerald and tourist attractions. Rebecca's presentation was immaculate and she looked after us really well on short notice. Highly recommend this property.

Barb kindly arranged an extra single bed for my friend and I during our stay at no extra cost. The B&B also has a lovely garden and is also 20 min walk away from the Wilson Botanic Park and the main cafe strip (you can also request Uber which costs around 7 - 15 dollars). I absolutely love the area as it was really quiet and away from the main busy road.