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Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$425
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

Explore the area

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Barwidgee, VIC
  • Place, Barwidgee Creek Streamside Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Stanley Scenic Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mudgeegonga Bushland Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Barwidgee

At this cottage you'll be steps from Barwidgee Creek Streamside Reserve and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Mount Stanley Scenic Reserve. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 1.5 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a dining area are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Barwidgee Creek Streamside Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Stanley Scenic Reserve - 2 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mudgeegonga Bushland Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mount Buffalo National Park - 15 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard - 36 min drive - 55.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Heiner's Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lupo's Kiln Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Happy Valley Hotel Ovens - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Myrtleford Hotel Motel - ‬8 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.

Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus

Family farm house with three bedrooms, air conditioning, large lounge room, wood burning fireplace, 75 inch TV, dinning table seats 8, BATH TUB, 2nd toilet in laundry, creek frontage, large outdoor alfresco areas with fire pit, BBQ and pizza oven, big gardens with fruit trees, pet friendly, NO Neighbours looking over the fence… Emu’s, goats and chickens right next door.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Please keep pets outdoors and clean up after them.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus?

As of 24 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus on 25 Feb 2026 start from AU$425.44, including 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.

Is Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus?

No, Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Family farm retreat, big outdoor alfresco areas, with emus Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very hot weekend so the solitary aircon really struggled to cool the rest of the house. Stove was really old and would have appreciated some instructions on how to use that or the pizza oven. Bbq ignition button didn’t work either. Fruit trees outside were nice and my daughter enjoyed the emus next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alistair and Kirsty J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful garden and access to nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay at the quiet countryside home. Chris was a great host. We loved the mature gardens, bbq, farm animals and open spaces. The home had all the amenities to give us a comfortable stay. A perfect location to enjoy hikes, walks and Myrtleford bakeries. Would hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host. Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

B W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, we arrived late and Chris had the lights on and the fire roaring ready for our stay. The kids loved feeding the emus and going down to the creek. Easy access to local towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandeep r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and had a very pleasant time. Chris was very friendly and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia W.

Nice host who had the fire going. Place was absolutely freezing the following days, unless we set the fire. Reverse cycle heater wasn’t crash hot, we think the filter needed changing as not much heat was coming out. Very grateful for the electric blankets on the beds.Kitchen needed a good deep clean.We enjoyed the fire pit one night. Was surprised it would cost and extra 20 to feed the emus and 25 a bag of extra wood.Not much area on the property to explore when it was a farm stay. Very picturesque area of Victoria to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 'meet-in-the-middle' house that held our extended family and toddlers who loved the emus! We will definitely be booking this house again and the proximity to great food in Myrtleford was a real bonus. The house had lots of room although we would not recommend the sofa bed for more than 1 person.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margo G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute country cottage

Chris is the consummate host. Met us at the property and showed us where everything was. He had the fires lit and it was cosy and warm on arrival. It’s well appointed with everything you need. Comfortable beds and plenty of room for relaxation. Easy to contact if needed. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arifur, Fawkner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy for most of it.A bit natural trouble but it's okay. Love to be there for few more time with families.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy family holiday!

Absolutely wonderful property, amazing hosts! Upon arrival the amazing hosts already had the fires going so a very toasty warm house was an amazing surprise! The kids had lots fun feeding the animals and lots of space for relaxing with amazing views. The fruit trees were such an added bonus! Looking forward to returning again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hata K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super friendly Host!! So many activities!! The best farm stay ever !! Love it!

Absolutely the best farm stay ever!We had such an amazing time here — the host was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made us feel right at home. There were so many fun activities to do, perfect for both kids and adults!We loved chestnut picking — it was our first time and such a unique experience. The farm also lets you feed animals like sheep, emus, and chickens, which was a big highlight, especially for the little ones.There’s a beautiful creek walk on the property, where you can enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature and take in the fresh air. The scenery all around is just stunning — truly a perfect escape from the city.If you’re looking for a relaxing and fun getaway, this farm stay is a hidden gem. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely rural stay.

Chris's lovely farm stay house is delightful. The house is a short drive from Myrtleford and in a very picturesque setting. It is nicely located to Yackandandah, Beechworth, Bright and Mt Buffalo. The beds are comfortable and there is plenty of room to relax. The outdoor area with BBQ and pizza ove is excelkent.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zigrida D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Farm stay

We enjoyed our time at Barwidgee. Half way between Beechworth and Bright. The animals very friendly and great enjoyment for the kids and adults alike. Nice, quiet and quaint property. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifton N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay with family and friends

The property was spacious and clean, with good facilities. We were very happy with our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Great quiet spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas holiday December 2024 7 night stay

On arrival we were greeted by our wonderful host Chris who shared his wealth of information about the area. The house was perfect for our stay with family. Very clean,tidy, spacious and comfortable with everything we needed and more. The children were delighted when Chis arrived the next morning to feed the emus goats and chooks. We enjoyed breakfast,lunch and dinner on the lovely paved covered outdoor dining area. Across the road we enjoyed splashing in the creek with the children and 3 year old labrador- all waterbabies.Lovely stay. Thanks Chris and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Isobel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice clean and comfortable

Overly impressed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended family getaway

A very comfortable place to stay with a beautiful creek across the road. Friendly host and the added extra of feeding the emus, chickens and goats.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

We had a family/friend group of 8 plus 2 dogs. We had been late for checking due to the lomg drive but the host (Chris) had the house warm and cozy when we arrived. We went to the ghost tour at the beechworth asylum and had a great day in town on Saturday. Plenty to do and see. Two nights was not long enough. Everyone enjoyed the house and the animals, even the dogs had a great time. Would book agaim but next time a few more nights. Relax and Recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Farm stay between Beechworth and Myrtleford

Great position to do the sight seeing of these towns. We were busy with walks, lookouts, shopping and trying new foods and drinks. Lovely cosy and warm place. Quiet amongst the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Should have stayed longer

Very comfortable and cosy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesielyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay.

We really enjoyed our stay. It’s nice, warm and clean.Kids love feeding the animals at the farm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huw M.

Liked: Cleanliness

One night stopover on drive to Melbourne from Canberra

We had a nice time here, and the kids loved the farm animals. Chris was a nice host and was good with the kids. The house and appliances are long in the tooth but it is cosey and warm. The town was a bit of letdown though in terms of variety of restaurants etc. Make sure you bring your own supplies.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gyanender

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024