Corlara – Macedon Ranges Country Retreat

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Your own private country retreat with pool and spa!

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of this large country house, nestled in scenic countryside in the heart of the Macedon Ranges.

Location

Situated on sprawling grounds in a peaceful rural setting only five minutes from Woodend, offering privacy and serenity while being just a short drive from town for great food and attractions.

Accommodation

Enjoy ample space for relaxation and socialising in the large living room, complete with wood fireplace, comfortable lounges, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape and pool terrace. Cook up delicious meals in our indoor kitchen, fully equipped with all the essentials for your culinary adventures, or in the outdoor sunken kitchen adjoining the pool and spa swim up bar. Enjoy your meals in the spacious indoor dining room in front of a gas fireplace or on the expansive outdoor patio.

The main house sleeps up to 8 guests in four cosy bedrooms, serviced by two designer bathrooms including a classic claw-feet bath tub. Plus for larger bookings (over 8 guests), access to an additional 2 bedrooms in the granny flat, with one bathroom for these two rooms. The base rate is for 8 guests which includes 4 bedrooms in the house. To add 1 Granny Flat bedroom you need to select 10 guests for the correct rate, or to add 2 Granny Flat bedrooms select 12 guests. All bedrooms complete with comfortable Queen size beds (6 beds total), and peaceful surrounds for a restful night's sleep.

Outdoor Oasis

- Private Pool: Take a dip in the large infinity pool, perfect for cooling off on warmer days. Pool heated in warmer months, ie. from November to March (pool not available in cooler months, but for an extra fee of $400 for 2 nights the pool can be heated in that period).
- Invigorating Spa: Unwind in the heated spa, ideal for soothing tired muscles and melting away stress (available all year round).
- Expansive Gardens: Explore our gardens and bush surrounds, dotted with mature trees and colourful flowers, providing a picturesque backdrop for your outdoor activities.

Activities

- Outdoor Dining: Dine al fresco on the spacious patio, the outdoor kitchen is equipped with a 6-burner Napolean built in barbecue grill and rotisserie, a Kamado Joe ceramic charcoal grill, along with a dishwasher & drinks fridge. outdoor seating for 10 and ample space for a few extras, and gas fire table.
- Nature Walks: Discover the beauty of the surrounding countryside with scenic walks and hikes, offering glimpses of local flora and fauna. You are likely to see kangaroos, rosellas, and maybe even an echidna. Plus a night walk around the property may reward you with a wombat or koala sighting.
- Relaxation: Whether it's lounging by the pool, soaking in the spa, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance, Corlara is a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Other Features

- Heating and Cooling: Wood fireplace in the loungeroom and Gas log fireplace in the dining area, for warmth and ambience. Plus reverse cycle heating and cooling, and ducted heating.
- Mod-cons: Including Wi-Fi (Starlink), Smart TV's with streaming services, Bluetooth speaker, and capsule coffee machine.
- Work station: if you need to work you can plug your laptop into one of the supplied extra screens provided - one bedroom workstation in the house, and one bedroom workstation in the granny flat (if booked).
- Welcome Pack: Includes chocolate, muesli, coffee beans and pods, and assorted teas, to get you started.

Local Attractions

Surrounded by some of Victoria’s best fresh produce, providores, farm gates, wineries, breweries, and distilleries to stock up at. Why cook though, when the region’s best eateries are nearby, including Kuzu Izakaya, Sizzler Restobar, The Vic Hotel, UUMM restaurant, Mount Towrong Vineyard, or head to Kyneton’s renowned restaurant strip for more incredible dining options.

Attractions or activities nearby include Hanging Rock, Mount Macedon Memorial Cross, Sanatorium Lake, Campaspe River, Trentham Falls, hiking trails such as Macedon Regional Park, great cycling routes and mountain biking tracks, Woodend Golf Club, day-spas, yoga, local markets, art galleries, antiques, historic buildings, renowned gardens, mineral springs, and so much more. Close proximity to the regions function centres if you are visiting for weddings and events.

Explore the renowned Macedon Ranges wine region with cellar door tastings and vineyard tours, offering a taste of the local terroir. Some great wineries nearby include Mount Towrong Vineyard, Hesket Estate, Hanging Rock Winery, Paramoor Winery, Mount Monument, & Hunter Gatherer. For beer and cider check out Holgate Brewhouse in Woodend, Lost Watering Hole in Lancefield, or DV Cider in Darraweit Guim. For distilleries visit Mountain Distilling (also do award-winning single malt), Gindu, Big Tree Gin, or Animus Distillery.

Experience the ultimate country getaway at Corlara. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in this idyllic countryside retreat.

Booking Details

- Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am.
- Minimum 2-nights. Long weekends, public holidays, and peak periods minimum 3-nights.
- Base rate is for 8 guests which includes 4 bedrooms in the house. To add 1 Granny Flat bedroom you need to select 10 guests for the correct rate, or to add 2 Granny Flat bedrooms select 12 guests.
- Children must be supervised at all times, due to hazards such as the pool and spa, the unfenced dam, and wildlife around the property. As such this property may not suit all families.
- House trained and well behaved pets allowed by prior arrangement ($25 per pet, max 2 pets).
- Pool not heated in cooler months (this is reflected in the rate). For an extra fee of $400 for 2 nights (plus $100 per additional night) the pool can be heated in that period (prior notice and payment required).
- No parties, 18th, 21st, hens, bucks, or other all-male groups.
Children must be supervised at all times, due to hazards such as the pool and spa, unfenced dam, and wildlife around property. As such this property may not suit all families.
Leave the property clean on departure, close to the way you found it as is standard with most holiday rentals (dishes, benches, rubbish, etc).
Please respect neighbours - no parties, no music outside, no additional sound equipment (DJ, PA etc), no noise after 10pm.
Complaint calls from neighbours incurs fees and may result in eviction. After hours call outs due to avoidable incidents caused by guests incur fees.
Exterior security cameras on property.