10/10 Excellent
Deb H.
Dec 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deb H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Entire home
Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat
Vacation home in Barongarook with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Barongarook, VIC
- Place, Colac Golf Course16 min drive
- Place, Otway Estate Winery and Brewery17 min drive
- Place, Great Otway National Park17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat
5 acres of bush bliss, overlooking native gums and a tranquil dam.
A quiet and peaceful sanctuary, sleeping up to 4 adults and 4 children. Master bedroom with king bed and en suite, second bedroom with queen bed, and third bedroom with double bunk, single bed and single trundle mattress. Guest bathroom with shower and lovely bathtub. Linen provided.
Comfortable in all seasons with split systems in each bedroom, a wood heater in the living room, and outdoor fire place with plenty of seating. Large shed with pool table, foosball, darts and ping pong. Plenty of room for the kids to explore.. goats to feed, trees to climb, mini ninja course and even a flying fox.
Kitchen with gas oven and stove top, microwave, coffee machine and plenty of cookware/cutlery/crockery. Indoor and outdoor dining areas; with barbecue on the back deck and grill on the fire pit for cooking outdoors.
Close to Birregurra’s Royal Mail Hotel and Brae restaurant; Forrest and its mountain bike paths; and the magnificent Otways. Rail trails, bushwalks, waterfalls, tree top adventures and the redwoods are all within easy reach.
A quiet and peaceful sanctuary, sleeping up to 4 adults and 4 children. Master bedroom with king bed and en suite, second bedroom with queen bed, and third bedroom with double bunk, single bed and single trundle mattress. Guest bathroom with shower and lovely bathtub. Linen provided.
Comfortable in all seasons with split systems in each bedroom, a wood heater in the living room, and outdoor fire place with plenty of seating. Large shed with pool table, foosball, darts and ping pong. Plenty of room for the kids to explore.. goats to feed, trees to climb, mini ninja course and even a flying fox.
Kitchen with gas oven and stove top, microwave, coffee machine and plenty of cookware/cutlery/crockery. Indoor and outdoor dining areas; with barbecue on the back deck and grill on the fire pit for cooking outdoors.
Close to Birregurra’s Royal Mail Hotel and Brae restaurant; Forrest and its mountain bike paths; and the magnificent Otways. Rail trails, bushwalks, waterfalls, tree top adventures and the redwoods are all within easy reach.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Additional cleaning fees if pets stay inside
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Return keys to lockbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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
About the neighborhood
Barongarook
Barongarook is home to this vacation home. Colac Golf Course and Otway Estate Winery and Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barongarook West Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park.
Barongarook, VIC
What's nearby
- Colac Golf Course - 16 min drive - 12.8 km
- Otway Estate Winery and Brewery - 17 min drive - 13.9 km
- Great Otway National Park - 17 min drive - 10.2 km
- Barongarook West Bushland Reserve - 18 min drive - 11.7 km
- Lake Colac - 22 min drive - 17.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
- KFC - 14 min drive
- Cafe Nu Deli - 14 min drive
- Shannon’s Cafe - 14 min drive
- Ritcho's Bakery - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stuart M.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stuart M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane M.
Dec 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jane M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
James F.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Andrew
Languages:
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Premier Host
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