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Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing

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Pretty 1880's Cottage
Loungeroom with Chesterfield Lounge Suite, Woodfire and Split System.
Lounge with French Windows leading out to the deck
Dining
Large Country Kitchen with Woodfire

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Koroit, VIC
  • Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Tower Hill State Game Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing

Birch House Koroit is a circa 1880s cottage which has been lovingly maintained and sympathetically restored to reflect a bygone era with all the conveniences of a modern home. Birch House generates a warm, relaxed feeling as the character of the building shines through.

Sit back in the luxury of a leather lounge suite and relax in front of the open fire, or move out on to the deck amidst the beautiful gardens. With queen beds in bedrooms 1 and 2, 2 single beds in the bedroom 3, a huge fully equipped kitchen and air-conditioning for those warmer days, Birch House provides a perfect escape for couples, families or a group of friends.

The gardens have an array of different types of plants and trees attracting an abundance of birdlife. Koalas also visit the huge gum trees in the garden on a regular basis.

Just a few minutes stroll to the main street of historic, quaint Koroit, you can enjoy renowned restaurants, pubs and cafes. Explore Tower Hill Game Reserve, the Heritage Trail, Koroit Art Gallery, Botanical Gardens, the Port Fairy-Warrnambool Rail Trail, historic Tower Hill Cemetery, or visit Killarney Beach. It's all at your doorstep! Bring your bikes (or hire some locally), take a ride around the town. Its a perfect way to discover the charm of this interestingly historic, picturesque town of Koroit.

Birch House and Birch Studio are available to be booked together to enable 8 people to stay at the one property, providing fully self contained luxury accommodation in the heart of Koroit. We hope to see you soon.

Free Wifi provided. Plenty of off street parking.

Due to extensive birdlife and wildlife, we are sorry but we cannot allow pets.

Birch Studio - Luxurious Couple Accomodation in the centre of Koroit Township

Birch House also has a mud brick unit, Birch Studio, nestled in the extensive private gardens. This luxurious couple accommodation is fully self contained, has a queen bed, a timber & stone fully equipped kitchen, cathedral ceilings and a wood fire. It has a charm and character all of its own. A huge bbq/outdoor entertainment area, all set under a canopy of enormous 100+ year old trees, this makes a tranquil relaxing setting for a romantic getaway. (Please see separate listing for Birch Studio)


Attractions in Koroit and Surrounding Areas

Warrnambool to Port Fairy Rail Trail - Birch House is just a few doors from restored former Koroit Railway Station, a significant landmark on this new Rail Trail.
Killarney Beach
Tower Hill Game Reserve
Koroit Historic Trail
Koroit's Botanical Gardens
Koroit Art Gallery


Cancellations - Where deposits may be refunded where cancellations occur up to 14 days prior to arrival, in all cases of cancellation, a cancellation fee of $50 applies to cover administration costs and will be deducted from any refunds given.

Property manager

Jan and Ray Ramsay

Languages

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Children are welcome at Birch House and there is a portacot available for hire at a one off flat fee of $15 - includes linen.
STUDIO DOES NOT CATER FOR CHILDREN - Maximum of 2 Adults only in Birch Studio

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Koroit

Located in Koroit, this cottage is by the sea. Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village and Port Fairy History Centre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port Fairy Golf Club and Warrnambool Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Mailors Flat Antiques, or check out an event or a game at Warrnambool Racecourse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Koroit, VIC

What's nearby

  • Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tower Hill State Game Reserve - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port Fairy Golf Club - 14 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Warrnambool Beach - 18 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Warrnambool Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Basalt Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Izzys Restaurant Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Basalt Wines - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coshies Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Morning Noonan Night - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Birch House Koroit - Peaceful, Tranquil & Relaxing located?

This family-friendly Koroit cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Port Fairy to Warrnambool Rail Trail, Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve and Tower Hill State Game Reserve. Belfast C.R. Coastal Reserve and Yangery C.R. Coastal Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite place

Lovely place to stay. We were enjoying to stay in Birch house one more time. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Friend's Getaway

The cottage did not disappoint, it was beautiful and inside everything you could possibly need or want was there, in every room. The grounds were stunning and location was excellent in relation to other towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short visit

A fantastic stay. House was clean and really well appointed. Pantry and fridge were very well stocked (including bread, milk, wine and breakfast needs and lots more). Beds were super comfortable!! Location wonderful - just a short walk to the shops (including a big IGA) and rail trail to port fairy or Warrnambool. Good restaurants in Koroit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat from a bye gone era

From the moment I saw this home on Stayz and made contact with the owners I knew I would be having a wonderful stay. What a beautiful home set on a lovely property with a manicured garden. The home was cosy and so comfortable that I didn’t want to leave. It had absolutely everything to make one’s stay a memorable one. I’ll definitely stay at Birch House again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb time

We enjoyed our stay in Birch House. It was very clean and contained everything that we needed. An incredible neighbourhood and we felt at home. We wanted to stay longer. We are very grateful for your hospitality. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hard to beat.

Beautiful setting with an impressive interior. Very calm, relaxing atmosphere. Loved the corner seat in the kitchen dining area. Enjoyed sitting there early in morning with a cuppa, reading a book. House easy to find in a nice area. Numerous extras provided by hosts with fresh bread awaiting us and breakfast options. Fire places ready to use. Very thoughtful. We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Most impressive stay during our 3 week holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquility

Beautiful property with everything you would ever need is all there. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a find!

Our family stayed here for 2 nights for a wedding. This property had everything you could possibly want, plus a lot of lovely surprises. Wished we could have stayed longer. Thankyou Jan and Ray for a memorable time. Sandy, Alan and family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

james p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We were so grateful to Jan and ray for making our stay unforgettable.

Would recommend this beautiful cottage to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous home set in a delightful garden setting

We had a lovely time at this house. It was perfect for our needs, beautifully presented, and even a few little treats to keep us happy. Thank U!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed atmosphere

We thoroughly enjoyed the stay. The House was wonderful the extra detail in additional pantry items was far beyond our expectations. The cottage itself gives a true feeling of home. From the decor to the treats nothing is missed by these home owners. My only dissatisfaction is we didn't have enough time in the cottage or to explore the area more. Jan and Ray are wonderful hosts. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

then m.

Koroit stay

The cottage was beautiful - my 9 year old son rated this as the best accommodation he has ever stayed at. The location is also great. Kind Regards, Mano
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie G.

Pretty Perfect!

Birch House, set in a beautiful old-world garden, is a very pretty cottage with a capital C for charm, comfort, and consideration. Everything has been thought of to add to one’s stay no matter the weather. Koroit itself is peaceful and historic. The rail trail is only a couple of minutes walk away and Birch House provide bikes and helmets. Visit the extinct volcano at Tower Hill on the edge of Koroit for scenic views, picnics and walking tracks. Or drive less than 20 minutes to Warrnambool or Port Fairy for a wide variety of activities. Killarney Beach is even closer for safe swimming, sand play and exploring rock pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

alec r.

Exquisite charm and beauty at every turn

This home features a delight at every opportunity. Enhanced with beautiful sophisticated rooms and furnishings, and outstanding modern features, set a lavish, at ease atmosphere to experience. This leads onto the extensive gardens areas to invite you outside and keep looking around each corner for the next hidden gem to feast your eyes on. Weather your staying in or heading out, this charming setting leads you to many wonderful attractions of surrounding areas to experience and delight. Our visit was wonderful: I would encourage everyone to stay in the delights of Birch House and experience this charm, you won't want to leave. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Glenn P.

What a gem!

If you want to stay in accommodation with everything you could need supplied, Birch Cottage is the place to stay. A great country kitchen full of all the condiments and supplies you could need including pancake mix. Beautifully furnished with period style furniture and set amongst cottage gardens in a quiet street it's the ideal location. Close to Warrnambool, Killarney and Port Fairy.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

dasd a.

Comfortable house

Was a last minute choice on our way home from holiday,really enjoyed the 3 nights,
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb b.

Home Away From Home

This is a beautiful, welcoming home that makes you feel as though you never want to leave. It is spotlessly clean with all that you would expect and loads more. The beds are comfortable with lovely linen, the kitchen is well appointed and the bathroom has lots of room with large soft towels. It is a great place to relax and there are lots of sights to see nearby as well. I have no hesitation in recommending Birch House and look forward to returning again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

wilma f.

brilliant property

This lovely cottage had everything and more that you could ask for,thoroughly enjoyed our stay . The property was spotless,and had a very warm welcoming feeling.I will definately reccomend this lovely place to family and friends .Thanks Jan &Ray
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Excellent B & B

This would be the best B & B we have ever stayed in. Immaculately clean. Well presented and in a beautiful country town.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stewart L.

Would stay again

Quiet country getaway with all the trimmings. Koroit house is set up perfectly and we will definately be staying again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Perfect in SO many ways!

4th time at Birch House - never disappoints! So perfect for our girls weekend away. All the extras were much appreciated - fresh flowers, chocolates, toothbrush (for certain person who forgot) games, books, pancake mix (it was Shrove Tuesday) etc etc etc! The window seat was my favourite spot for reading with a cuppa as usual. Great, peaceful location but walking distance to the pub and a few minutes to Tower Hill Reserve and Killarney Beach - just perfect!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy & Paul F.

Great property!

We loved our stay in this gorgeous house. The property was beautifully clean and extremely well equipped. The owners have thought of everything to make you comfy and feel at home. The web site lists many features but these do not tell you about all the other little things ( which aren't really little as they add up and make a big difference to the experience). Like the bottle of wine & chocolates. Great tea and coffee selection. The milk and orange juice, the yoghurts and cereals, the butter and breakfast spreads (vegemite, peanut butter, jam), the olive oil, the salt and pepper grinders, tomato paste and various other items in the pantry. Also love that they provide beach towels and a picnic set along with a cricket set and other games to entertain. Lots of umbrellas. I could go on! As I said the owners have truly thought of everything. Very comfy beds and beautiful bath towels. Can we please live there? Will definitely return and recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Peaceful home

This is a lovely home in a very peaceful garden setting. Very clean. We especially loved the woodstoves, games for the kids, extremely comfy beds, and all the extras like an assortment of teas, all the pantry basics (cereal, milk, juice, butter, olive oil, etc), umbrellas etc - we felt very well cared for. Kitchen is great too- lovely place to hang out and relax.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place!

We have stayed at Birch House & Studio twice and will definitely be back! Such a lovely place - so many extras make it a real home-from-home (except it's better than home in many ways....) The window seat was my favourite place for a cuppa in the mornings - best way to start the day! Koroit is a fantastic town - everyone is so friendly. An easy walk from Birch House too.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and well presented period home with lots of character and a beautiful cottage garden. Exc

Very clean and well presented period home with lots of character and a beautiful cottage garden. Excellent access to the rail trail bike path to either Port Fairy or Warrnambool. Lots of thoughtful extras that we're a real treat. Have already tried to rebook!

About the host

Hosted by Jan and Ray Ramsay

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We are Ray and Jan Ramsay, both professional people who love to travel, but enjoy home comforts instead of motels and hotels. We took note of all the things we thought were great about the places we stayed in and have put them together to create something special. We look forward to having you stay with us.

Why they chose this property

On a holiday to Port Fairy we discovered Koroit! Fell in love with this country town, which at the time was a little 'down at heel', but we could see it was awakening and had something very special about the place. We decided to start looking for a property, found Birch House (which was just a private residence at the time) and created our holiday rental. We hope one day to retire to this property.

What makes this property unique

Town location, walking distance to all amenities. Large block with lovely gardens. Peaceful location, but close to everything.
Much of the cottage is original. The floor boards, the pine lining boards, fireplaces - all 130 years old! The rear of the property has been added over 30years ago, but has been done in keeping with the feel of the property. It truly has a relaxing feel about the property.
We have furnished the property in keeping with the period (without being nanna style), our linen is 5 star quality and our beds are high quality and comfortable. We supply plentiful large fluffy towels as well.
The lounge has a Chesterfield leather suite which is very comfortable.
The kitchen is a large country kitchen, fully equipped with everything you need. The table seats 8 comfortably, the wood fire in the kitchen can heat the whole house. It is definitely the hub and where most people are drawn when they stay. There is a beautiful day bed set under the corner kitchen window which is a favourite spot for many to sit and read, have a cuppa, or just sit and relax.
The windows look out over the large entertaining area and the gardens, simply gorgeous.

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