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A two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, surrounded by various plants and trees.
A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a wooden fence, and a view of a wooded area.
A cozy living room with a ceiling fan, a window with a red valance, a framed cityscape painting, a dark armchair, a small table, and a sofa with a patterned throw.
A view through a window with a brick garden bed and a small plant.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Located in a rural setting, this 2-bedroom cottage accommodates 4 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a patio for outdoor relaxation. Explore the Strathfieldsaye Streamside Reserve and Strathfieldsaye H97 Bushland Reserve for nature experiences.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Bendigo, VIC
  • Place, Greater Bendigo National Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathfieldsaye Streamside Reserve
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bendigo Racecourse
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub ¡ Toilet ¡ Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo

This is a delightful mudbrick cottage built as a replica of a railway station masters house on the is cool in summer and warn in winter. Located just 7kms from central Bemdigo on five acres of bush. The cottage has 2 bedrooms, sitting room, study, kitchen and large bathroom. Ideal for a quite weekend or short stay for visiting academics. Guests will need to bring their own towels and linen but, doonas and pillows supplied .
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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9122325
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 not indicated whether 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

Bendigo

Located in Strathfieldsaye, a neighbourhood in Bendigo, this cottage is in a rural area. Bendigo Talking Tram and Central Deborah Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Greater Bendigo National Park and Strathfieldsaye Streamside Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bendigo Stadium, or consider a night out at Belvoir Park Estate Winery.
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Bendigo, VIC

What's nearby

  • Greater Bendigo National Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Strathfieldsaye Streamside Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bendigo Racecourse - 19 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 20 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Central Deborah Gold Mine - 21 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Bendigo Station - 11 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spring Gully General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brougham Arms Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Braidie's Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Woodhouse Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Edwards Providore - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The cottage - Strathfieldsaye Bendigo located?

Located in Strathfieldsaye, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Greater Bendigo National Park and Strathfieldsaye Streamside Reserve. Strathfieldsaye I159 Bushland Reserve and Strathfieldsaye H97 Bushland Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 43 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable place. Absolutely loved the fireplace, and so close to Bendigo with all the benefits of being in the bush
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay in the cottage thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and quirky

We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and comfortable stay

Great location, quiet and relaxing staying. Christine was very nice allowed us to do late check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent property

We loved our stay here. Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very peaceful location that is only a short drive to most attractions, wineries, and shops. The attention to detail of period architecture and construction is praise worthy indeed. Everything is actually better than described. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage has all the amenities we needed. It provides a quaint and enjoyable experience. This is our second visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

2 night get away

A quiet, cosy (once we got the fire going) two night stay. The beds were comfy, water hot, lovely setting and grat location - we did three local bush walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot

Enjoyed the peace and sitting in front of a cosy fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful relaxing little cottage on beautiful nature setting and the fires kedot us warm 🙏😇

Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cosy mudbrick home in bushy setting

We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous cottage relaxing around the open fire. Easy drive to surrounds - Bendigo and Castlemaine. Christine was a fantastic host; promptly replying to our enquiries and letting us have a late check out. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect bush setting.

A very comfortable stay providing all that we needed. A lovely quiet bush setting. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy little cottage in the bush

Old home but with a lot of character. Wish we had time to enjoy it better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sheep show

Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful bush setting

Quaint home with loads of character. We loved our stay. Kangaroos bounced by in the morning. Cozy warm fireplace at night. So peaceful and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful & unique

This was the second time staying at this peaceful cottage in natural bushland in the prettiest part of Bendigo. Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely old cottage is set in a gorgeous rural setting with easy driving access to the local supermarket and regional city of Bendigo. We had a lovely 3 night stay at the cottage. The fire created a cosy space. Whilst the bathroom is spacious the shower is a very tight space however this didn’t impact our enjoyment of our stay. A highlight was a visit from a very big kangaroo who wasn’t at all bothered by us as he lounged around on a grassy mound near the shed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Cottage

We loved our stay in this fabulous cottage. Wonderful peaceful rural location just a short drive to Bendigo. If you are looking for a place to relax and unwind this is it. Comfy beds and a great shower. Yes it is cold in autumn/winter but there are heaters and just bring a blanket!! No the wifi isn’t perfect, but bring a book or game and have a digital detox! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet and peaceful

The cottage is set an a quiet, natural bush setting. It was about fifteen minutes to drive to Bendigo so it was a great place to stay and explore Bendigo without being in the busy city. The cottage itself was cute and rustic. The fireplace was nice to sit in front of and there was even some firewood there for us to use. The only downside was that the double bed wasn’t comfortable for me and my partner, other than that it was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Oops

Dark and cold,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pretty good

We enjoyed the quiet bush setting and sitting out on the front verandah listening to the birds and enjoying the sunshine. It was just lovely. The Cottage was very clean and well provided with everything except sheets and towels. Otherwise very comfortable and the thick mud brick walls were a good insulation to keep it cool inside.Ideal in the summer for sure. Heating also provided. Internet connection was excellent. The connection was in the cupboard in second bedroom and cord plugged into the power board near the lamp. A most pleasant stay. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
The reason for the two stars.Bathroom no mirrors.Floors not clean [around toilet].Shower to small taps in the way.Kitchen ware not clean.The only wine glass was cracked .Dishwasbrush in bad condition .When using the cooktop and a view orther items the fuses were going.Poor lichting everywhere.In the lounge under the corver of the couch was very dirty and old...Kind Regards .Hans Kroese .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Strathfieldsaye Cottage

We arrived at the property 3 hours after check in time and discovered that someone was already using the premises. There were personal possessions on the floor of one bedroom and the bed was unmade. The bathroom shower recess along with the hand basin and toilet had not been cleaned. There was a laptop on the floor of the lounge room being charged.The rubbish bin in the kitchen had not been emptied, There were dirty dishes left on the sink. While making a cup of tea a large cockroach ran across the benchtop and during that evening we killed two more.There was a double garage but it was unusable as one side was permanently closed and the other side was full of wood and junk.Very unprofessional host as this should have been sorted before we checked in.Would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
There was a misunderstanding with this booking re times of departure of an earlier guest and the cleaner coming in. This is the first time such a thing has happened. However, I would note that it is important to carefully read the access information which this guest did not and was angry they couldn't find the key box -this got him off to a bad start. The garage/shed has wood for the winter it is not expected guest will use the garage. There are no cockroaches in the cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully quiet which was perfect for my stay.The shower is on the small size, but, the bath is huge!I’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bush getaway - a true gem

What a delightful place to stay! Set on a bush block, the cottage is comfortable and well-equipped. Although travelling for work, it was lovely to step outside amidst the birdsong during the daytime. In the evening, the air was alive with the sound of frogs, and even a brief glimpse of a kangaroo with her joey following. I certainly hope to return at some stage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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