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Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne.

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A rustic kitchen with a wooden table and stools, a refrigerator, and a door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.
A rustic building with a large wooden water wheel, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with a view of trees.
A rustic cabin interior with wooden beams, a fireplace, white furniture, and a spiral staircase.
A rustic, weathered building with a porch, a large chimney, and a rustic mailbox.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Avenel, VIC
  • Place, Avenel Maze
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Burnt Creek Bushland Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Nagambie
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Avenel

Located in Avenel, this holiday home is in a rural area. Black Caviar Statue and Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tabilk Bushland Reserve and Mangalore Nature Conservation Reserve. Avenel Maze and Seymour Railway Heritage Centre are also worth visiting.
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Avenel, VIC

What's nearby

  • Avenel Maze - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Burnt Creek Bushland Reserve - 11 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Locksley Bushland Reserve - 13 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Mitchelton Winery - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Lake Nagambie - 17 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Seymour Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avenel Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fowles Wine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Daily Dose - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Imperial Hotel Avenel, Hop Back Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Avenel Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quirky Barn, Close to Melbourne. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Avenel Maze, Tabilk Bushland Reserve and Mangalore Nature Conservation Reserve. Mitchellstown Streamside Reserve and Mitchelton Winery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So lovely!!

Stayed here for a wedding, was fantastic and a very interesting place to stay! Hosts were lovely and took great care of us ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2023
We enjoy making our guests feel welcome. glad you enjoyed your stayz.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very quite Relaxing Weekend away

Very clean and Rustic charm, if your quite weekend away then this is the spot. The hosts Diane and Kevin were extremely friendly and Welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2022
Thanks Damo for kind words, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A relaxing, welcoming place to stay

My friend and I had such a lovely time at our quirky, comfy, very private accommodation in Avenel. The setting is peaceful, the location is central (including for restaurants and wineries), and the owners are friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2022
Thanks Jeanette, So glad you had a wonderful stay here at Rusty springs we appreciate your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We enjoyed the rustic nature and country remoteness that this property provided. It’s very unusual in its collection of historic items but the beds were very comfy and it was surprisingly well appointed. We enjoyed the remoteness and getting away from it all for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan, 2024
thank you for your review we are very happy you enjoyed your stay!.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

Great place nice for a quick weekend getaway board games were fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2023
hi Andrew, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky weekend stay

Kevin and Dianne were great. Their property at Rusty Springs provides a great place to stay close to the city there is a some good places to eat in Avenal. Plenty of space for the kids to run around and play in the pool and no WiFi was an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2023
glad you all had a good time, thanks for coming.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really nice place!

My kids and I loved the property. Spent hours exploring all the stuff on the wall, ceiling, everywhere! The area is beautiful too, the animals, trees and a perfect pool. Couldn't have asked for more for a long weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb, 2023
Thanks Max and kids for coming to Rusty Springs so happy you all enjoyed it 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Barn

We had a wonderful stay at the Barn. It was beautifully decorated. We love it’s old school charm. Dianne was an amazing host and nothing was too much to ask. A beautiful tranquil setting to unwind. Only downside was that there is minimal 4g coverage there so bring some extra things activities to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay and the quirky decorations. Sorry for Telstra's lack of 4G but hey a country retreat sometimes comes without the city infrastructure. We do have games for your enjoyment, a fire to sit by and birds to listen to.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic

Quirky barn, rural, walking distance to beautiful restaurants in Bank St. Hosts are lovely and very responsive. Loads of old memorabilia. Bedrooms are upstairs and bathroom downstairs. Great garden and surrounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rusty Hills Barn

The barn was just so full of memorabilia. Australian history all around. Anyone looking for a quiet relaxed getaway THIS is definitely the place. 2 double bedrooms upstairs . Cosy lounge downstairs. Fridge tv bbq outside all you need was there. Was very clean and cosy. Big pool just a few steps away was such a bonus as it was a hot weekend. Our hosts Diane and Kevin such lovely people. They also have another building on the property with 16 rooms perfect for a family reunion or getaway. Wineries nearby. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2022
Thanks so much for your lovely review we are so glad you all had an enjoyable weekend love for you to return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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