An Architectural Bush Retreat near Yarra Valley

AS SEEN ON DESIGN FILES + HOME AND GARDEN. A modernist home amongst the Birds, Bush + River. Down the gravel road located deep within the Warrandyte State Park; Casa Warrandyte sits on private native park-like surrounds w/ direct access to the Yarra river for swimming. This mud-brick home with a cavalcade of warm timbers provides beauty in all seasons. Our well-equipped home offers a special, private bush getaway. Situated at the gateway to the Yarra Valley and 35 minutes drive from the CBD. PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE DESCRIPTION AND ALL RULES BEFORE REQUESTING TO BOOK. This home is a retreat for smaller groups, families and couples only please, strictly no parties, no outside speakers and music after 8pm. It is designed for living with expansive glass throughout with easterly views and plenty of filtered sunlight. ROOMS - A master bedroom with ensuite with large double glazed windows and easterly morning sun. The king bed is a new, quality memory foam/latex premium mattresses. - A queen bed & additional single bed attached to a shared bathroom w/ shower. - A double room with large windows facing east into the native gardens. FEATURES - A very large patio with Weber BBQ (available upon request) and outdoor setting, partially protected by large eaves. - A fenced front section with access to a swimming hole and fishing spot only 3 minutes walk away and expansive native bush trails. - There is a children's tree swing. - There are appliances including washing machine and dryer, Kitchen offers a gas oven, blender. Dishwasher, fireplace, heating and cooling in both master with sufficient heating and cooling from the main areas to feed the queen and Double room. - An outdoor bath. -TV with Netflix and Disney. ADDITIONAL NOTES & POLICIES - A lot of this home is in its original 70s state, there is a 42 inch TV, but the property is suited as a retreat not a luxury, modern stay. Due to the location (in a national state park), there is a lot of wildlife including spiders, occasional snakes (more so in warmer months). It is also very quiet so often there are noises from wildlife in the night that can be heard. - Due to the location of this property, we have a strict NO PARTY policy at this home if you intend to invite additional visitors other than the guest listed we require times and total cars in your booking request. - Please be sure to take everything with you when you leave. Any goods or things you leave behind after your stay are your responsibility. We will try our best to return them, but can’t guarantee that they will be. - We have very strict policies around fire safety. The property is located in an area with a bushfire overlay and there are very specific rules to protect our visitors, our neighbourhood and our environment. During fire season (1st of December to April 1st) we have a no fire indoors or outdoors policy. - There is a security camera installed facing the driveway and we make a record of all cars that enter the property and a max of five cars onsite. - This is a very quiet and sensitive neighbourhood, and our immediate neighbour's privacy and respect are paramount to us. - Pets are allowed, but you are required to let us know what pets you are bringing and how many prior to booking - You are also required to inform us if you plan to conduct any photo shoots or video shoots on the property either for recreational or commercial purposes prior to booking. If you conduct any photo shoots or video shoots on the property either for recreational or commercial purposes without our consent we will fine you $1,000 The entire property except the bungalow/studio which is available upon request Guests will access the property via a key lockbox and are left on their own. However, Jessie (the property manager) is on call if needed The property has direct access to the river with the locals secret swimming hole within 200 metres from the back gate. There is 10 km of really well maintained walking/running trails that link directly out of the back gate. There is a bus route at the top of the road about a 20 minute walk. Casa Warrandyte is located nearly at the end of a gravel road. Fire Safety: Due to the location, Nillumbik council properties are at threat to bushfires. On Extreme fire rating day's we would recommend that the property be vacated.