10/10 Excellent
John H.
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Old Towns
John H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
Explore the area
Clunes, VIC
- Bottle MuseumPlace, Bottle Museum2 min walk
- Clunes MuseumPlace, Clunes Museum10 min walk
- Queen's ParkPlace, Queen's Park12 min walk
Room options
About the area
Clunes
This holiday home places you steps from Bottle Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of Clunes Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a Smart TV and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Clunes holiday home include Queen's Park and Clunes Bushland Reserve.
What's nearby
- Bottle Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Clunes Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Queen's Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Clunes Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
- Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
- Talbot Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
- National Hotel - 9 min walk
- O'Haras Café- Bakery - 9 min walk
- Criterion - 10 min walk
- Annie's on Fraser - 10 min walk
- Agatha's Lounge and Wine Bar - 9 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 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.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- 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
- Smoke-free property
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 and check-out are 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
- Pets are welcome Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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
On-site 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 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.
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
75_179
Frequently asked questions
Does Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?
No, Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Juliann B.
8 Jan 2025
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.
Juliann B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary D.
12 Nov 2024
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
Mary D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Robert M.
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Break:
House was presented well.
Robert M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zoe K.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to rest and relax
Great place to rest and relax.
Zoe K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karina M.
21 May 2023
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!
Karina M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023