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The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled in the countryside, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 4 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a deck, porch, and balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby motorboating, birdwatching, and fishing activities, while the property is also pet-friendly. Enjoy games indoors and visit Muckleford South Bushland Reserve and Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Newstead, VIC
  • Place, Muckleford South Bushland Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairn Curran Reservoir
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

En Suite Bathroom

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

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

Comfortably sleeping four people, The Mia Mia has a separate kitchen area which has a fridge, kettle, chopping board, cups, plates, glasses, wine glasses, and utensils. We provide basic cooking ingredients including salt, pepper, oil and sauce, and complimentary coffee, tea, and long life milk.

The Mia Mia will sleep 4 people in two bedrooms comprised of:

1 x Queen Bed with dressing room and en suite
1 x Queen Bed with wardrobe

Both beds are dressed with high quality linen and doonas and have wall heaters and pedestal fans.

The lounge room has two comfortable couches, TV and board games. The split system and a wood fire is perfect for those crisp winter nights.

The en suite bathroom has a shower and toilet. The second bathroom has a shower over a bath and a separate toilet. We provide lovely soft high quality towels, and hand wash.

The Mia Mia provides free laundry facilities with fully equipped laundry.

Enjoy a glass of wine or beer in front of the fire, on the verandah or up the hill near the shepherds hut.

The cottage is only 2 minutes drive or 15 minute walk from the town centre. We welcome guests to leave seed out for the multitude of native birds.

The Mia Mia is the perfect place to recharge the batteries amongst the stunning rural farm views, the rustling sound of gum trees after a day of exploring the treasures of the area including Castlemaine, Maldon, Vaughan Springs, Maryborough and Daylesford.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fenced in backyard; deck without railing.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Guests to bring bedding & not allowed on furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7688754
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, 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

Newstead

Located in Newstead, this holiday home is in a rural area. Maldon Museum and Archives Association and Old Castlemaine Gaol are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Mill Castlemaine and Wesley Hill Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Main Street and Victorian Goldfields Railway -Muckleford Station. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Newstead, VIC

What's nearby

  • Muckleford South Bushland Reserve - 4 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Cairn Curran Reservoir - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Brassey Mine Bushland Reserve - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • The Mill Castlemaine - 10 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 12 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dig Cafe & Wine Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Guildford General Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Railway Hotel, Newstead - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Wine Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Guildford Family Hotel - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

As of 3 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town on 18 Oct, 2026 start from S$644, 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.

How much is parking at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town located?

This family-friendly Newstead holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve and Muckleford South Bushland Reserve. Muckleford Nature Conservation Reserve and Cairn Curran Reservoir are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bronwyn Laughlin

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Hi, we are Bronwyn and Kieran

We have always wanted a country escape from Melbourne and it has finally become a reality. Kieran is a fanatical North Melbourne fan. I love animals and crave escaping Melbourne! We met in London at work and have travelled a lot around Europe and now many road trips within Australia with our two dogs.

We enjoy day trips exploring new areas, reading, continuing the UNO Championship we do every holiday, and lots of walks along the beach or bush.

Being new to HomeAway we welcome your honest feedback and suggestions on how we could improve The Mia Mia. We hope you find your stay a peaceful relaxing place to reconnect with nature and recharge your batteries, and hope you love it as much as we do.

If you have any questions or would like to know anything else we'd love to year from you.

Why they chose this property

I grew up in Tassie and since moving to Melbourne after university I craved a country escape and got a fixation with Castlemaine.

Twenty years later my dream came true. I love The Mia Mia. It is surrounded by 17 acres yet benefits from town water and electricity and is walking distance from the town. Newstead is a lovely friendly community packed with history. It has everything you need - a supermarket, cafe, butcher and newsagent.

Beyond Newstead, there are plenty of towns and local markets to explore - something we do often.

What makes this property unique

I love being up on the hill, watching the sunset over the paddocks in summer, and star gazing around the fire pit in winter. There are plenty of spots inside and outside to relax with a good book.

Languages:

English

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