The cottage is so lovely, peaceful and the scenery is magnificent. The host Margaret was very friendly and helpful during out stay. I wish we could have stayed longer.
We love coming here. We normally do 2 trips a year. Our dog seems to enjoy the farm - looking at the cattle and this time we saw kangaroos. Merci loves running around freely. It's a peaceful time for us. We find the place accommodating. It is clean and the amenities are more than adequate. We particularly love the log fire. We will be back next year.
This property has a lovely view from the house and wrap around verandah. It is pet friendly and our two little dogs loved running around the yard and walking on lead around the farm. The wood burning stove and gas heater warmed the kitchen and living room really well.
Being city people we did miss having internet connection but it was relaxing.
I really enjoyed my stay here in this beautiful old farm home. My dogs and I loved the location and seeing/hearing the birdlife, and wildlife about was wonderful. The house for one and two dogs was a tad large..but we made it work. Wonderful location for friends or family. Off grid and a great place to catch my breath.
The house is old, the wood fire and gas heater kept us toasty as the temperature plummeted at night. Bed was so comfortable. Great breakfast supplies (my only contribution is I would personally prefer peanut butter to jam but that is a personal preference). Thank You so much for the gift of chocolate! very unexpected and appreciated.
Eggs bacon bread, tea, plunger coffee, or instant. Plus a basket of treats on offer to purchase (being out of town this was a wonderful addition I did not take up but I was very tempted)
For being off grid the water pressure of the shower was great, and hot. Loved staying here and my dogs enjoyed it too. So lovely to be made to feel so welcome all of us, and Treacle and Busby say thank You so much for their Dog treats. so kind.
Absolutely gorgeous farm bushland setting away from the crowd perfect gateway to celebrate Motherâs Day weekend. Thank you to Margaret for the hospitality.
Enjoyed a wonderful few days with very comfy old world atmosphere. Great wild life, close to country townships with plenty of personality. Our little doggie also enjoyed the stay.
Metcalfe is a truly beautiful place. 1.5hrs from Melbourne, beautiful rolling hills and incredibly relaxing. We took our 2 labradors who were well appointed to. The dog water bowl, treats and bags were a really nice touch.
We stayed on a day that was 38âc. Although there isnât AC there was plenty of fans & fly screens on all windows to let the cool breeze through. We didnât struggle at all with the heat. Plenty of privacy and room to explore. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Amazing location, great old house, great hosts - we will defiantly be back. Lovely to see the Kangaroos in the late afternoon as we walked around the farm. Make sure you visit the Cascades on the Coliban River, just 5 minutes away - amazing rock formations.
We had 2 days here with our Goldie, Lucy. Even though it was very hot the first day we still enjoyed the huge deck which looks over the valley with gorgeous Angus Cattle, lots of lovely birds, even kangaroos & rabbits. Even had a visit from a snake on the roof. No problems. A lovely breakfast was supplied. If you want a relaxing time away this is it. Not far from Kyneton & Castlemaine. A must for relaxation.
A great property, fully fenced for our greyhound to run around in off lead (he got to pretend to play sheepdog too). Great views of the surrounding farmland. An up close and personal encounter with the cows was a bonus! Very friendly owners. Beautiful and relaxing views from the balcony early morning and at sunset. Highly recommend!
We were looking for a getaway that wasn't too far out of Melbourne and this little gem in Metcalfe ticked all the boxes. We took our puppy with us who loved being able to run round while being safe in the fenced area.
Marg was great to communicate with and everything we could possibly need was thought of including very generous breakfast supplies.
Highly recommend!
We really loved staying at this property. It was so relaxing. The house was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. The views from the porch were lovely. Margaret was responsive and friendly. We would definitely highly recommend and hope to come again!
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Great location and very peaceful setting well away from roads and looking onto rolling hills. House brought back childhood memories of farm living. Loved the big verandah and a decent sized fenced yard for my dog was a bonus. Lovely walks from straight out the door.
Hi. I am the property manager and live in another house on the property. Formally a school principal I then had a tree change and moved here from Melbourne after my father died to manage his farm. As my parents no longer used the old farmhouse, we decided to renovate and offer a Bed and Breakfast for travellers and those who want to "get away from it all" for a few days on a working country farm.
This property is a family property bought by my parents in 1989. They improved the property and added a lot of the infrastructure. My husband and I refurbished the old farmhouse, built our house and now manage the property with the BnB and the cattle.
Secluded and yet close to major centres such as Castlemaine and Kyneton and only 30 minutes from Bendigo. An easy 1 hour drive from Melbourne. Close to the Castlemaine - Maldon bike trail and local wineries at Coliban Valley and Sutton Grange. A beautiful rural setting surrounded by 500 year old gum trees and overlooking the lovely Metcalfe Valley.