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Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Castlemaine, VIC
  • Restorers Barn
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues

Originally the wash-house, this studio is on the Cliffleigh property located in central Castlemaine. Travel green – the studio has been engineered for minimal environment impact. It is located close to trains and major facilities, so can be accessed by those without cars. It has all the requirements of those wanting to tour or simply chill out.

Property manager

peter shaw
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
For a range of obvious reasons the main house is out of bounds.
Ping our dog likes to wander do not left her out of the inner steel gate

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Castlemaine

Located in Castlemaine, this apartment is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Castlemaine Gaol and Buda Historic Home & Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station and Castlemaine Botanical Gardens. Victorian Goldfields Railway -Muckleford Station and Main Street are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Castlemaine, VIC

What's nearby

  • Restorers Barn - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 16 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridge Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Mill Castlemaine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Baker Downtown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shedshaker Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy studio in walking distance from station, shops and venues located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of A.C. Sinclair Sanctuary, Restorers Barn and Clinkers Hill Bushland Reserve. Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station and Kalimna Point are also within 1 mile (2 km). Castlemaine Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell T.

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

lovely little stay

thoroughly enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky little studio. Clean and comfortable and had everything i needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitta B.

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

Cozy Property

A pleasant stay with all amenities within a five minute drive. Perfect stay anytime of the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Quaint cottage

Lovely cozy cottage with all amenities placed in an interesting historical garden. Close to shops/cafes in main street. Loved the fresh milk and raisin bread in fridge when we arrived-lovely touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden M.

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

Good stay

What we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taras D.

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

Cosy short term stay

Place was perfect for what we wanted. - small cosy space close to the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Loved it!

Cosy on a cold weekend. We walked into town for dinner and them had a very comfy night's sleep in the cottage. The beautiful garden is really peaceful and the impromptu garden tour was much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN A.

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

Castlemaine

Terrific for what we wanted for a one night stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great short stay

This place suits us very well for our short stays in Castlemaine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette D.

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

A lovely little getaway

A lovely studio stay that provided me and my wife an easy end to a personal day... saying goodbye to a loved one. The studio was presented in a clean and fresh way surrounded by the beauty of Castlemaine. Thanks, Lisette.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

K M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described and was lovely and cosy. We were pleasantly surprised, by the lovely range of tea and plunger coffee, and the thoughtful and unexpected breakfast supplies. I absolutely love that it was all fully sustainable with no disposable items. I don't think I have even stayed anywhere else that has had a compost bin available, that had solar and really good insulation. The goldfields letter on the wall gave us about 2 hours of entertainment as we tried to read through it. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

Thankyou

Very good location- we’ll set up for what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

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

Beautiful and welcoming

Such a lovely studio in prime location. The owner came for a quick chat after I’ve checked in. Delicious fruit bread for breakfast. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney G.

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

This was the perfect countey escape

It was close to town but still felt really private. Loved the whole vibe of the place with the overgown cottage garden and beautiful brick arch as you enter. Everything inside was clean and well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma W.

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

Nice place to stay in lovely Castlemaine

Nice quaint little bungalow in a quiet street. Had everything we needed for a 1 night stay and was close to the town centre. Lack of television didn't bother us in the slightest! - It was nice to have some quiet after a long day. We didnt meet the owners, but the little dog was super cute. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Walter G.

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

Was good

Just good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

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

Great accommodation

Awesome little place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iris W.

Christmas night

We had a lovely peaceful night, clean comfortable bedding, quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rod D.

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

Happy guests

The cottage is very comfortable, well appointed and full of character. It's well located and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

william L.

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

Family gathering

The accommodation was great for a couple. Light, comfy bed and enough room to feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

11 Rowe st Castlemaine

Very cold, couldn’t get heating working properly the first night, owner came & adjusted it for second night, marginally better but still not really warm. Place was in need of a good clean (microwave plate grimy, cups very stained) pathway to get in quite steep & covered with slippery leaves & a hose lying across it - quite hazardous but could easily have been fixed. All in all, not a very satisfactory place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Castlemaine

Great stay !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

John K.

Liked: Communication, location

Convenient

The property was very basic it was fairly clean, the area was extremely quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Max N.

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

Short stay

Comfortable enough but could do with a TV so as to relax and be kept up with news.Also I think the garden around the property needs attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steph T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

Lovely little hide away. Everything we need for an overnight stay. Fruit bowl was much appreciated. Thank you Peter for showing us the garden.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by peter shaw

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I am a retired Chinese-language teacher and school principal who is passionate about gardening and the arts. I also have a hobby of recycling local stone to build walls and arches in the garden (see pictures). I love travel and have travelled throughout Asia and the Pacific. I love talking with people about the places they have been and their journeys. I am a volunteer firefighter involved in many community activities.

Why they chose this property


Located on the 150-year-old property Cliffleigh, Studio 3 is a self-contained unit ideal for couples, single travellers or small families. Equipped with a comfortable queen bed and with kitchenette and attached private ensuite, it is easy walking distance from the town centre, station and Goldfields steam train. This is an easy no fuss place to enjoy the Goldfields.

What makes this property unique

The space has been extensively renovated with sustainability in mind. It has features that reduce heat loss and external heat gain. The studio is air-conditioned and heated, though is less reliant on these facilities because of its environmental design – for the most part it remains cool in summer and warm in winter.

The garden has extensive plantings of food plants and trees designed to work with the buildings to keep cool in the summer and warm in the winter. It's a wild jungle of trees and spaces designed to get lost in; you will need to search elsewhere for a neatly planted manicured settings.

Languages:

English

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