Relax in rural retreat

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A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by rocks and plants.
A neatly made bed with folded towels, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall hanging, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on a stand.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a built-in dishwasher, and a refrigerator.
A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Fryerstown, VIC
  • Place, Wesley Hill Market
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

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About the area

Fryerstown

Fryerstown is home to this holiday home. Boomtown and Bress Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and Chewton H8A Bushland Reserve. Buda Historic Home & Garden and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station are also worth visiting.
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Fryerstown, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wesley Hill Market - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Restorers Barn - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 15 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 14 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doveton Corner Store - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Basics Das Kaffeehaus - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax in rural retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Relax in rural retreat?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax in rural retreat on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$464, 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 Relax in rural retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax in rural retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax in rural retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax in rural retreat located?

Situated in Fryerstown, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chewton H8A Bushland Reserve and Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park. Wesley Hill Market and Guildford H79 Bushland Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & comfy house, private but close to Castlemaine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2026
Thanks for your review Ella. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely short stay here - thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you for your review Felicity. I’m glad you had a nice stay and thank you for leaving the place so clean and taking care of everything. Welcome back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected. We were able to keep house warm easily. Kitchen functioned really well. Easy property to find and good short walks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
its a lovely clean house with comfortable beds ( although fold out bed is only basic ikea one so only best for a child). Quality is inline with the price and location. Kym was great in terms of communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The online photos showed 3 bedrooms , 2 with double beds and 1 with two singles, but only 2 bedrooms were available. The double bead was small for 2 adults @nd only had a double bed doona which meant one of us didn’t have bedding. My husband ended up sleeping in the pulled out couch so we could both get some sleep. The house was not overly clean. Lots of dust, my husband cleaned the laundry sink and I cleaned the bathroom sink. Lots of dust on the Venetians and had to empty part of the freezer to put our food in. Too much of the owners stuff everywhere and far too many rules. Do not light the fire as there was very little wood and said you would to either bring your own it you would have to pay for the wood used. Also asked to be careful with power use as it was on solar. Was very cold so we used the heaters as much as we needed. The house was in a great location away from the hustle and bustle and perfect for our grandkids. Castlemaine was just a 10-15 min drive away. Great walking area, nice and flat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Elizabeth. We are glad your grandchildren enjoyed the location, but we would like to clarify a few points regarding the property layout and amenities. Our listing is accurately described as a 2-bedroom home. For the second bedroom, guests have the option of a king or twin configuration, and we ensure a double doona along with two king blankets are provided for comfort in the double room. The fold-out couch also has its own dedicated linen set available. We will review our photos to ensure this layout is as clear as possible online. Regarding the freezer space, the bread you noticed was actually freshly frozen local bread left intentionally as a complimentary breakfast item for your stay—being a regional property, we freeze it to keep it fresh for our guests' arrival. Our home is an authentic, eco-friendly country property powered by solar energy, which we find appeals greatly to environmentally conscious travellers. We also provide a starter supply of complimentary firewood for the fireplace, with options to arrange more or bring your own. We take cleanliness seriously and will review this to ensure our high standards are met.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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