10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay for travelling around the general area
Mark B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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Chewton School House
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Chewton, VIC
- Restorers Barn7 min drive
- Castlemaine Botanical Gardens9 min drive
- Old Castlemaine Gaol9 min drive
- Bendigo, VIC (BXG)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Chewton School House
A Converted schoolroom from the 1960’s with hints of mid century decor and luxury finishes, this charming self contained property is located in the historic goldfields village of Chewton, a few minutes drive from Castlemaine. A quiet setting on the owners fully fenced property (safe for your pets) you have use of the BBQ and any of the veggies in the garden. Stroll to the Red Hill Hotel for a drink open Friday evening and weekends, and it’s a short drive to the Wesley Hill market which operates each Saturday morning, wineries and many other attractions are a short drive away.
The building is separate from the main house so you have privacy and plenty of room to enjoy a meal or drink at the outdoor table.
Tea/coffee and breakfast staples are included in the well equipped kitchenette. Access to the BBQ and your pets are most welcome!
Please park anywhere on the left side of the drive. The accommodation is the building on the left, not the house facing the street. Enter down a couple of stairs on the right hand side and the blue door is next to the water tank. We are on town water and the tank is used for the garden.
The building is separate from the main house so you have privacy and plenty of room to enjoy a meal or drink at the outdoor table.
Tea/coffee and breakfast staples are included in the well equipped kitchenette. Access to the BBQ and your pets are most welcome!
Please park anywhere on the left side of the drive. The accommodation is the building on the left, not the house facing the street. Enter down a couple of stairs on the right hand side and the blue door is next to the water tank. We are on town water and the tank is used for the garden.
Property manager
Kathryn Hodge
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
The couch is big enough for a child to sleep on.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
The garden is fully fenced and secure.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside only
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HAAU7632773
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Chewton
Located in Chewton, this cottage is in a rural area. Boomtown and Bress Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buda Historic Home & Garden and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station. Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and Victorian Goldfields Railway -Muckleford Station are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Chewton, VIC
What's nearby
- Wesley Hill Market - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Restorers Barn - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
- Buda Historic Home & Garden - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
- Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
- Old Castlemaine Gaol - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bridge Hotel - 8 min drive
- Subway - 6 min drive
- The Mill Castlemaine - 8 min drive
- Johnny Baker Downtown - 6 min drive
- Shedshaker Brewing Company - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
nicola b.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful chewton
nicola b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Greg K.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite holiday
Greg K.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicky W.
Oct 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly
Vicky W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debra K.
Apr 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace & quiet in Chewton
Debra K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lyn B.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Lyn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica P.
Jan 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in picturesque garden
Jessica P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Pamela R.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Communication, location
Nice place
Pamela R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Simon T.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple, but very comfortable
Simon T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yvette C.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely hideaway
Yvette C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Mary F.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Communication, location
Not totally senior-friendly
Mary F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Travis H.
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cosy getaway
Travis H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Perry V.
Mar 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Perry V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa T.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on a beautiful property
Teresa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
May 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, relaxing, perfect location
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Geoff F.
Jun 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ChewtonDelight
Geoff F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Miranda P.
Jun 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway in Chewton
Miranda P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie G.
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week away
Julie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tim H.
Feb 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it.
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
Mar 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Jo B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pat P.
Mar 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Quiet Getaway
Pat P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
6/10 Okay
Pamela R.
Jan 11, 2024
Nice place
Pamela R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue B.
Nov 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Chewton
Sue B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Seraphine D.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful & stylish stay in the country.
Seraphine D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cameron M.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chewton school house
Cameron M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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