Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit!

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a stained glass window, and a spiral staircase.
A hallway with wooden doors, a rug, and a guitar leaning against the wall.
A kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a window with stained glass.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a covered outdoor kitchen, and outdoor seating.
A bedroom with a large bed, two arched windows with stained glass, a wooden ceiling, and a wicker headboard.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Woodford, VIC
  • Place, Mailors Flat Antiques
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Warrnambool Racecourse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit!

Dovetail Retreat, a 1911 sandstone, converted church is nestled amidst park like gardens. It offers visitors warm, inviting interiors with a palpable sense of history. The relaxing palette of neutral tones mixed with the warmth of timber, craftsman cedar ceilings and sandstone walls serve as the perfect backdrop for vintage furniture and art. Dovetail Retreat is most ideal for group bookings or multiple families. The 7 bedroom, (1 king bed, 5 queen beds, 2 single beds, 3 living, 3 bathroom home is the perfect place to bunker down, relax and reset. Dovetail Retreat has a shower/toilet chair available if extra support is needed for use in the downstairs bathing space. If cooking is your passion, Dovetail Retreat features a fully equipped kitchen. The stunning dining space with feature stain glass window allows guests the opportunity for long meals with loved ones. Maybe you'd like to pick up a book in the library or attend to some work emails in the study. It might be tempting to stay indoors but we encourage you to explore the outdoors...sit in the garden and listen to bird song, soak in the hot tub, shower by the pool, cook a simple meal using the outdoor kitchen/wood fired pizza oven or light the firepit for a night under the stars. Maybe you'd like to walk along the banks of the Merri River approximatley 300m away, enjoy a game of tennis or set the children free in a natural play space. Warrnambool is 10 minutes away, Port Fairy 20 minutes and Portland 1 hour. There's bustling cafes, surf beaches, shopping, art galleries, horse races, speedway or the Great Ocean Road on your doorstep. Your reset awaits at Dovetail Retreat.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Ensure spa cover is on.
Ensure indoor/outdoor fire is safe
We are a sustainable property. Please sort rubbish. Glass/recycle/green/general rubbish.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No events unless pre arranged with owner
No pets unless pre arranged with owner. No pets on beds and furniture.
no vaping/smoking indoors. Ashtray provided outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20156271
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Woodford

Woodford is home to this holiday home. Mini Golf by The Sea and Warrnambool Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Warrnambool Shopping Centre and Allansford Cheese World Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Premier Speedway or Warnambool Kart Club.
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Woodford, VIC

What's nearby

  • Mailors Flat Antiques - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Warrnambool Racecourse - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Tower Hill State Game Reserve - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Warrnambool Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Warrnambool Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotty's Seafood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • The Whalers Hotel
  • ‪Warrnambool Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kermond’s Hamburgers - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit!?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Historic home, close to amenities, family/group friendly, pool, spa, fire pit! located?

Situated in Woodford, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Mailors Flat Antiques and within 6 miles (10 km) of Reid Oval and Albert Park. Warrnambool Racecourse and St John of God Warrnambool Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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