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Buckley's of Dunolly

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A dining room with a round wooden table, two chairs with cushioned seats, a vase with flowers, and a bookshelf in the background.
A garden with various trees, including a prominent yellow flowering tree, and well-maintained grass areas.
A room with a red sofa, a chandelier, and a patterned rug.
A two-story building with a red roof and multiple windows.
A room with a wooden cabinet, a fireplace, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Internet
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Dunolly, VIC
  • Place, Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunolly Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Deborah Gold Mine
    ‪49 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Buckley's of Dunolly

Buckley's of Dunolly, a former goldfields hotel, has three bedrooms with queen size beds, one with private ensuite. The upstairs area is reserved for the guests with only one booking party at a time. The owner lives downstairs on the property.
The upstairs breakfast room has coffee, tea, cereal, microwave and bar fridge.
The former ballroom is for exclusive use by guests, with television, comfortable sofas, board games and books.
We are situated on fifteen acres of garden and bush land just one kilometer from the township of Dunolly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4919300
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Dunolly

Located in Dunolly, this holiday home is in a rural area. Worsley Cottage Museum and Maryborough Railway Station are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Bushland Reserve.
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Dunolly, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dunolly Museum - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Central Deborah Gold Mine - 49 min drive - 79.1 km
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 50 min drive - 79.5 km
  • Ulumbarra Theatre - 51 min drive - 79.5 km

Getting around

  • Dunolly Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunolly Pharmacy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dodson's Fish And Chips - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Railway Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪All Day on Broadway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gold and Grain cafe - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Buckley's of Dunolly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Buckley's of Dunolly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buckley's of Dunolly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Buckley's of Dunolly located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Museum. Dunolly Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). Dunolly Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous 1860s original hotel.

Rachel, the lovely welcoming owner and host, made us feel completely at home for our weekend stay at her beautiful historic two story house. We loved our stay and can recommend this 110% for anyone considering a stay in Dunolly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Luxury and great value

I liked the old world experience of staying here, especially the enormous and luxurious lounge. All the rooms were warm and the beds comfortable. Breakfast choice of cereals and bread
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2022
Dear Angus, thank you so much for staying in Dunolly. It was a delight to meet you all. It has been bitterly cold, so i am pleased that you were warm enough. I'm so glad you thought the rooms were comfortable. I hope the rest of your travels were enjoyable. kind regards, Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This place is legendary. Full of historical charm, warm cosy and lots of space. Lots of books and curios throughout. Owner is incredibly helpful. We all loved and look forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2024
Thank you Geoff. I am so glad you and your friends enjoyed your stay. We would love to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter O Event

Rachel is an amazing host, lots of information about the area and the history of the property. Accommodation was great for our group. Lack of a full kitchen was not an issue as the local pub has excellent food and service at reasonable prices.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2025
d I'm glad the weather was so mild for your visit. it was lovely to meet you all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and welcoming

A charming historical place with all the olde world fixtures and comforts. Our host was wonderful and always available to help us with anything. Beautiful rooms and the ballroom/lounge room was so gorgeous with a lovely fireplace. Close to many historical sites in the goldfields, including the Melville Caves.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2020
Dear Andrea, I am so glad you had a great time in the goldfields. It was a delight to meet your family and I loved having you as guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a lovely gem among the Goldfields

We had a such a lovely relaxing time here. Situated just out of Dunolly, the grounds were great to explore. The house was grand and the beds very comfortable. It has such a pleasant vibe and the owner was truly a gem who was very helpful and knowledgeable about the best things to see in the area. We only had a weekend to explore and there's so much more to do in this place. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2022
thank you Lara. I would be so happy to catch up with you both again. It was a joy having you stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Buckleys of Dunnoly

The accomodation was pretty well as advertised. Additionally, it was just a stone throwout of town. Old world charm with lots of space to move and enjoy the piece and quiet. Plenty of fascinated books and literature to read if you are so inclined. .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight stop at Rachel’s

Rachel has created a lovely Victorian experience for her guests with the whole space full of antique furniture, photos and books. My bed was warm and comfy with beautiful linen.Rachel also provided cereal and fruit for breakfast, and helped me carry my bags to my room. A really unique and comfortable stopover on my bike ride. Thanks Rachel:)
The lounge-dining room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Magical Retreat

Oh my goodness what a brilliant stay we had. Rachel was the ultimate host and we were so comfortable and nothign was any trouble. I felt I walked onto a stage and was taking part in a wonderful drama. A perfect venue to recharge. Highly recommended! PS There's fabolous wineries near by too, well worth heading too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

going to country - glamourous

really enjoyed the place - clean and comfortable lovely countryside - would stay again happily many thanks and best wishes going forward
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Old Style Charm

A wonderful restored historic building full of old time objects. My wife and I spent hours looking at old old books, magazines and the many historic objects that are part of the building's atmosphere. A truly beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful

Delightful Georgian property and owner goes to a lot of effort to ensure you are comfortable: electric blankets , heaters for winter and good wi-fi. We had the whole top floor to ourselves with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and large loungeroom. Was great for attending the Goldfields Gothic Festival as a short drive to Maldon. Dunolly itself has a fabulous bakery and vintage shops. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky and full of character

What an interesting property, if you are looking for something completely different then this is for you. How often can you say you have stayed somewhere with a ballroom? Rachel the owner is delightful, welcoming and a pleasure to deal with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
dear Tracie , It was a delight having you stay. i'm so glad you enjoyed yourselves.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Unique Experience Not to be Missed

Our overnight stay at this historical former hotel was such a highlight. Rachel was an excellent and personable host and she went out of her way to add special touches that heightened the pleasure of our visit- for example a bowl of fresh peaches from her garden was in the fridge waiting for us. All of the facilities were very comfortable and we were able to really relax. From the décor, to the bookshelves, to the furniture, we were continually reminded of the magic of bygone eras. We will always remember fondly our stay at Buckleys of Dunolly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2022
Dear Yvonne, thank you for staying and for your kind words. It was delightful to meet your family and I am so glad you were comfortable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly impressive.

We will be back! I can honestly say we had a wonderful time. We spent hours looking at all the collections and antiques. The ballroom kept us entertained with vintage games to play and many books to read. The beds were amazingly comfortable. The bathrooms were lovely. The kitchenette was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec, 2021
Dear Debbie, thanks for your kind words. It was a delight having you stay and I am so glad you both had a wonderful time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Joyous Break With Rachel

This historic building was an absolute fascination. It was everything we expected and more. Rachel was so welcoming and generous with her time and we learnt much about Dunolly’s history. We will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We had a great stay. Loved the property. Lots of old world atmosphere and history. Rachel was really helpful and friendy. She prepared everything beautifully.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint and spotless

We enjoyed our stay at the Goldfields. Accomodation was charming, spotlessly clean. Beautiful comfortable bed with quality linen. Generous breakfast supplies, fresh fruit. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous period Cobb and Co hotel

Rachel is a wonderful host. The photos don't do it justice. The rooms are gorgeous. Beautiful antique furniture, really comfy bed, crisp linen, lovely soft doona and plush towels. Had breakfast room and ballroom all to ourselves. Will be looking for an excuse to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little nugget of history !

Had a wonderful afternoon and night at Buckley’s. Heaps of welcome extras such as breakfast provisions and fresh towels and beautifully comfy beds. Rachel was a great host
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

amazing place and service

thanks so much for making us feel at home and for all the thoughtful touches - this is a wonderful must stay at place - peaceful and with all the little things and more provided We will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2021
It was lovely to meet you both, albeit briefly. Thank you so much for staying and being such perfect guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable.

Excellent accommodation in a well located historical building. Rachel, the property manager, is charming, attentive and has a wealth of knowledge of the surrounding area and its attractions. No hesitation to stay again .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2021
It was a delight to meet you both. I was most impressed with how you managed to fit in so much sightseeing in such a short visit. There is so much to enjoy in this district. I'm so pleased that you were comfortable at my dearly loved old hotel. Thank you for being such perfect houseguests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dunolly stay

The historic hotel is a wonderful quiet location. Rachel is very friendly and helpful. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2021
Dear John and Jeannie, It was delightful to meet you and I am so glad you enjoyed your stay in the district. We would be so glad to welcome you if you are able to return. The dogs will certainly give you a greeting as well. I hope you got to the quilt show and the historic station. So glad that the Silo tours are such a success for the small towns. It is so good to have tourists in the small regional towns. Thank you for coming and being such perfect guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country gem with rich history

Lovely reception and tour of our accomodation by the host, Rachel on our arrival. We were offered off street secure lock up parking which was appreciated. Rooms were spacious and well appointed. Lovely linen on the beds, and air conditioning in the main bedroom. The original ballroom was our sitting area which is delightful. Would absolutely recommend and look forward to returning at a future date.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2021
Thank you for staying Wendy. It was a delight to meet you and your family. I hope the rest of your stay was enjoyable at lovely Cairn Curran.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Gem with Golden Hospitality

The personal dedication and efforts that have gone into restoring Buckley’s of Dunolly is inspiring. On arrival we were warmly greeted by Rachel, who was excited to welcome us in to her beautiful accommodation. We were overwhelmed that we had found accommodation that we didn’t expect would exist in this day and age; friendly host, the most comfortable beds and beautifully restored bathrooms and kitchenette all perfectly set up. Thank you, we will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2021
Dear Bernie, It was a delight to meet you. Thank you for your kind words. I would be so pleased to meet you again. It was lovely having you stay.

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Hosted by Rachel Wilcock Buckley

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