Place, Ripple Yarra Valley Massage Day Spa and Beauty
10 min walk
Innocent Bystander Winery
Place, Innocent Bystander Winery
14 min walk
Four Pillars Gin
Place, Four Pillars Gin
17 min walk
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends.
Healesville Country House is a beautifully restored 1901 residence for memorable group stays—where heritage character meets modern comfort. With five generous bedrooms, multiple living zones, a pool and sweeping bullnose verandas, it’s a standout base for enjoying the Yarra Valley at your own pace.
A home with presence (and space to breathe) Built with grandeur in mind, the house features soaring 14‑foot pressed‑metal ceilings, oversized bedrooms and light‑filled living spaces that make it equally suited to relaxed weekends, family milestones and getaways with friends.
Entertainer’s kitchen + dining for 12 At the heart of the home is a generous country kitchen designed for shared meals and easy hosting. You’ll have modern appliances for effortless cooking (including a large gas cooktop, ovens and dishwasher), plus an original combustion stove that adds warmth and atmosphere in the cooler months. The adjoining dining area features a beautiful French table that comfortably seats up to 12—perfect for long lunches and celebratory dinners.
Two separate lounges to unwind Enjoy the flexibility of two living areas:
Upstairs lounge: plush seating, flat‑screen TV, DVD player and stereo—ideal for movie nights Downstairs lounge: an elegant, character‑rich space centred around a striking French chandelier Outdoor living: verandas, deck, pool and garden Step outside to multiple areas for fresh air and views:
Wide bullnose verandas overlooking the hills A large deck beside the pool—made for BBQs and summer afternoons A private garden courtyard flowing from the kitchen/dining via large sliding doors Sleeping arrangements 5 bedrooms total, set up for flexible group comfort:
4 queen beds 1 king bed (can be split into 2 king singles on request) Bathrooms and comforts 2 bathrooms Upstairs bathroom with a modern shower Downstairs bathroom featuring the original clawfoot bath—perfect after a day exploring wineries and local favourites 3 fireplaces Quality linen provided Full laundry with washing machine and dryer Grounds and parking Set on approximately half an acre, the grounds offer space to relax and explore. A circular driveway provides easy access and comfortable parking for up to five cars.
Good to know This is a heritage property with original features—please treat the home with care and follow house instructions for fireplaces and any period fittings. Peak holiday periods may have longer minimum‑stay requirements. Please check your dates for the exact stay rules. Healesville Country House isn’t just somewhere to sleep—it’s a place to reconnect, celebrate and slow down. Whether you’re here for a special occasion, wineries, food and nature, you’ll find a home that feels special from the moment you arrive.
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Property # 9109733
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Healesville
Healesville is home to this holiday home. Ripple Yarra Valley Massage Day Spa and Beauty and Four Pillars Gin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Yarra Valley Railway and Healesville Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Alowyn Gardens. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
Ripple Yarra Valley Massage Day Spa and Beauty - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Watts River Streamside Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Innocent Bystander Winery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Four Pillars Gin - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Yarra Valley Railway - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
Sammys Charcoal Chicken - 15 min walk
Beechworth Bakery Healesville - 19 min walk
The Mare Coffee Co. - 12 min walk
Zoncello Yarra Valley - 19 min walk
Healesville Thai Kitchen - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends. have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends.?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends. on 9 Aug 2026 start from £502, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pool days, long lunches and space for everyone – ideal for families & friends. located?
This family-friendly Healesville holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ripple Yarra Valley Massage Day Spa and Beauty, Yarra Valley Railway and Watts River Streamside Reserve. Four Pillars Gin and Innocent Bystander Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A beautiful, clean house, great pool and comfortable beds. The team have been really helpful and communicative. And Healesville is such a lovely town to visit. Would highly recommend!
A perfect location and property for us to use while getting ready for our daughter's wedding. It had a beautiful, homely feel that provided a picture-perfect backdrop for the pre wedding photos. So many quality extras from all the tea varieties to a really good iron were provided.
House is stunning and in an excellent location. Owners of property are very helpful and friendly! :) Highly recommend this property, particularly for weddings!
This was the most beautiful home for a large family staying for a wedding. Perfect for Brides photos and very family friendly. All amenities were supplied and so close to the Main Street in Healesville. Couldn’t recommend highly enough. We had an amazing stay x
This house is absolutely gorgeous, and is stunning for its age. My partner instantly fell in love. It has a great entertaining area, and the pool is a wonderful touch. Thank you so much for having us :)
Georgia J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenna T.
11 Oct 2018
Could not ask for better!
Amazing house to stay for the weekend. Set up nicely for large groups. Extremely clean and it had everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting by the fire in the dining room. The pictures definitely don’t do the house justice. Hopefully we can visit again. Thanks Jack!!
Jenna T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Thanks Jenna - it was our pleasure having you stay, thanks again for leaving our beautiful house so neat and tidy, we really appreciate it.
You are welcome again anytime!
All the best, Jack
Maybe enter driveway from top down would be better. Couldn’t connect to Wifi. Tv remote didn’t work downstairs. Gas log heater down stairs in lounge room couldn’t light it. Wood heater in kitchen/dining area was Smokey. Face washer with bath towel would be great per person. Mattress in bedroom next to main bathroom not great. Hand towel for laundry toilet would be good. Towels were good. Nice bathroom products. Lots of mirrors and hair dryers. Mattress in main bedroom down stairs off lounge room very good. Nice linen. Lots of fire wood. Lots of crockery and glass ware. Clean and tidy. Tea and coffee selection was great. (Some Uht milk in fridge would be a nice touch). Outdoor cushions and throws were nice. Beautiful house and pool. Pool very clean.
Enjoyed exploring Healesville and the Yarra Valley from this accom
We had a lovely time with our extended family but there were quite a few things we all commented on. The crockery and glasses are on a shelf over 180cm high. A stool is supplied but there is no way most of the family could reach them. There are 2 average bathrooms and a toilet off the laundry. The house is very old with many gaps to let in spiders and insects. One bedroom was full of bugs which freaked out my nieces. There was plenty of insect spray provided though. The view from downstairs has all been blocked out because the bushes have not been trimmed enough. It’s such a pity. The whole garden is very over grown and makes the house quite dark with the big kitchen table not a very welcoming space. We liked the lounge room but it’s just a little gas fire in there. Anyway we were grateful for somewhere to stay so that we could explore the region. Healesville and the Yarra Valley is an amazing region and offers so many sophisticated hospitality venues and activities. We look forward to spending more time in The Valley.
MEGAN R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Megan, thanks for your feedback. We always love constructive ideas to better our accomodation.
The glassware is quite high up - noted that we do have a step for people to use + we like to keep breakable items out of the way of children for safety purposes! :-)
Our bathrooms have all you need a large clawed bath, seperate showers, and Aesop amenities, both bathrooms are extremely functional.
The issue around bugs is an interesting one, we stay at the property for long periods of time - Covid lockdowns for example, and we have never experienced large amounts of bugs in our bedrooms. With that said, if doors are left open at night and lights in bedrooms are on they can attract months and flies. We recommend that guests close outside doors to avoid this issue.
Regarding the trimming of trees, this was done a month ago, in summer we leave the trees a little higher on the verandah in order to keep a cooler temperature and shade people from the sun. Noted that this does take a little of the view away however there are fantastic views from the upstairs and downstairs living areas.
We have never had negative feedback regarding our dining area - it has a lovely long table that seats 12, and is very warm in winter as it has the Canara fireplace and cool in summer as it sits towards the back of the house. We have enjoyed many family roasts, card games and story telling at the table! :-)
We are so glad that our house gave you the access you needed to the beautiful Yarra Valley region, we are so proud of our little spot here and work very hard to ensure people make the best memories.
Thanks again Stacey and Jack
This property is simply beautiful. So much charm and comfort and on a stunning property. So much space to comfortably sleep 5 couples. Stacey and Jack made the whole stay so easy by being such great hosts to deal with. Couldn’t recommend more!
We had such an incredible time at this property and the communication with Jack and Stacey was fantastic. We felt so welcomed at the property. Highly recommended
We stayed at this beautiful house for our Wedding in March. Sensational for Photos, So much space, Just a beautiful house. Jack and Stacey were just so amazing & accommodating to deal with, HOWEVER just very have fussy neighbors. But overall 10/10
What a beautiful home! Stayed there with my bridal party before my wedding day and loved the gorgeous home for all the photos.
Hosts were helpful, kind and generous too!
Perfect spot!
Absolutely gorgeous home that was perfect for a get away with a small group of friends. Great location, stunning residence with all the amenities needed, cannot fault this beautiful home.
Emily M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for such a lovely review and leaving our house so clean and tidy! We appreciate it!
Please come and stay any time and have an amazing time in September! Xx
We had a wonderful weekend with friends exploring the local wineries. Enjoyed staying in this beautiful home within walking distance to town. Friendly owners who are easy to contact. Highly recommend
We had a great week in Healesville. The house was perfect for what we needed the pool got plenty of use and the location was excellent. Spotlessly clean and had everything we needed.
Delayne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Dee - thank you for the awesome review, we really appreciate it and for leaving it spotless!
We really appreciate it and you are welcome anytime.
All the best, Jack & Stacey
I would highly recommend this beautiful property. There is plenty of room across the property which is packed with various amenities that are perfect for either summer or winter. The property was very clean upon arrival and is in a great location. The property owners were a breeze to deal with.
Great place to stay, was very easy to unwind and relax in such a beautiful and large house. The pool area and large verandah were a big hit as well. Can definitely recommend staying here and communication with owners was prompt, professional and friends. We would stay here again.
Rob uh n H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
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