Summary:
Escape the bustling city and find serenity at Sweet Apple Tiny House. The ultimate tiny house Victoria experience and private weekend getaway set on 2000 sqm of undeveloped property 500 m away from neighboring residents. Located along the Silo Art Trail, with the closest Silo Art just a short 5-min walk away; Lake Tyrrell is about 33 km away, and Mildura is 165.2 miles away from the tiny house.
The countryside escape that you deserve, far from mundane routines and bustling crowds.
The Space:
Sweet Apple Tiny House is nestled in a quiet and serene setting along the Silo Art Trail, where you can unwind with the local pub, which serves delicious meals 7-nights a week. Only a 5-minute walk from the property and just a 2-hour drive from Bendigo.
Discover the perfect pet-friendly accommodation near the scenic Lake Lascelles, Lake Tyrell, and the awe-inspiring Silo Art Trail Victoria. It's just an hour away from the charming city of Swan Hill, known for its exquisite wineries, succulent stone fruits, and the annual Swan Hill Food and Wine Festival - a celebration of fine food and wine that takes place on the Labour Day long weekend in March.
A cozy 155-square-foot tiny home with easy access to water, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. The bathroom, however, follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use.
Built on principles of regenerative agriculture, self-sufficiency, and sustainable living, the property is powered by an off-grid powered by a generator (fuel) and sustained with the help of captured rainwater. If you plan to spend your tiny house Victoria getaways here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you!
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny house and its surrounding areas, including the gates of Yarrandook Lane.
The Neighborhood:
Sweet Apple Tiny House is located in Lascelles, a rural town with a population of 90-100 people, making it the perfect quiet escape. Where you can explore restaurants, cafes, and exciting attractions like Lake Lascelles.
Nearby towns such as Woomelang and Hopetoun are all within a short 11-17 min drive, and the city of Bendigo is just a 2 hr drive from the property.
Our local recommendations:
- Minapre Hotel is a 2 minute walk offering warm meals and cold drinks service.
- Swan Hill is known for its stone fruits, wineries, as well as the Swan Hill Food and Wine Festival in March.
- GrainCorp Lascelles Silo Art is a popular tourist attraction featuring the art of Renowned Melbourne Street Artist "Rone."
- Bow Bakery Hopetoun-Rainbow is a bakery that offers delicious crispy pastries and quality pies that Hopetoun has to offer.
- Lake Tyrrell, the largest inland saltwater lake in Victoria, can turn pink on rare occasions. It is best visited from late October to November.
- Rosebery Art Silo is a street art attraction in Lascelles created by street artist Kaff-eine, themed to embody the region's past, present, and future.
- New Viewing Platform is a tourist attraction in Lake Tyrrell owing to its large lake and flat surface, which can produce picture-perfect mirror images.
- The Juke Restaurant, located in Royal Hotel Sea Lake is one the best restaurants in the region that serves delectable meals, desserts, cocktails, and friendly service.
- Lake Lascelles, located only 500 meters from town, is a popular destination for walkers, boating enthusiasts, fishermen, and campers seeking rare, scenic and tranquil views.
Getting Around:
By car:
- 2 hr, 45 min drive from Bendigo
- 4 hr, 17 min drive from Melbourne
- 17 min (25.7 km) via Henty Hwy/B200 to/ from Hopetoun
- 11 min (14.3 km) via Sunraysia Hwy/B220 to/ from Woomeland
By public transport: We recommend guests to travel by private vehicle or v-hire as there are no public transport directly to/from the property. Thank you.
Other Things to Note:
- Generator-powered (diesel/petrol)
- Air-condition is not available
- All networks have good signal
- Check-in time until 8:00PM only
- No unregistered guests are allowed
- No smoking allowed on the property
- Only fully house-trained pets are allowed
- Pets are allowed and are limited to only one dog or cat
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- Please note that this is a PET-FRIENDLY property, and pet policies will be sent prior to arrival
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge
Important note:
- Guests are advised to bring portable power banks in case of low power
- Guests are also advised to save energy to avoid running out of electricity
- Please charge your phone and electronics in advance in case of low-light days
- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our cassette toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.
