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Chewton School House

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living room
bedroom sitting area
your bed
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chewton, VIC
  • Restorers Barn
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Chewton School House

A Converted schoolroom from the 1960’s with hints of mid century decor and luxury finishes, this charming self contained property is located in the historic goldfields village of Chewton, a few minutes drive from Castlemaine. A quiet setting on the owners fully fenced property (safe for your pets) you have use of the BBQ and any of the veggies in the garden. Stroll to the Red Hill Hotel for a drink open Friday evening and weekends, and it’s a short drive to the Wesley Hill market which operates each Saturday morning, wineries and many other attractions are a short drive away.
The building is separate from the main house so you have privacy and plenty of room to enjoy a meal or drink at the outdoor table.
Tea/coffee and breakfast staples are included in the well equipped kitchenette. Access to the BBQ and your pets are most welcome!
Please park anywhere on the left side of the drive. The accommodation is the building on the left, not the house facing the street. Enter down a couple of stairs on the right hand side and the blue door is next to the water tank. We are on town water and the tank is used for the garden.

Property manager

Kathryn Hodge
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
The couch is big enough for a child to sleep on.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
The garden is fully fenced and secure.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside only
2 night minimum at weekends eg Friday/Saturday night

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chewton

Located in Chewton, this cottage is in a rural area. Boomtown and Bress Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Buda Historic Home & Garden and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station. Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and Victorian Goldfields Railway -Muckleford Station are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Chewton, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wesley Hill Market - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Restorers Barn - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hadfield's Rod Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Elphinstone Station - 8 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridge Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Castlemaine - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Baker Downtown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shedshaker Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chewton School House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chewton School House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chewton School House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chewton School House located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park and Chewton H86 Bushland Reserve. Chewton Bushland Reserve and Wesley Hill Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg K.

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

Quite holiday

We had wonderful time during all these days.Host very helpful and friendly.We would like to come again on next holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

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

Peace & quiet in Chewton

Very much enjoyed Chewton over the Easter break - autumn, places to visit and peace and quiet of the Old schoolhouse. No noisy classroom activities there anymore. Just very restful and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

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

Great place to stay

A beautiful little school house, decor was perfect,looked like something out of a magazine.All the products were exceptional quality.Definitely would recommend it to my family and friends. Also fresh bread,milk,yoghurt and butter in the fridge and a special chocolate cake for afternoon tea.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky W.

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

Dog friendly

Comfortable nice food provided nice surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Lovely stay in picturesque garden

We enjoyed our stay at the Chewton School House. The property is dog-friendly, and our pups enjoyed lying beside us while we had our meals and coffee at the table next to the lovely garden. Very picturesque. Kathryn is a great host, easy to communicate with, and very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mary F.

Liked: Communication, location

Not totally senior-friendly

The premises were totally suitable for a younger couple. As an older couple we found the entry steps and the general access not totally appropriate. Had we been twenty years younger it would have been totally adequate. The bathroom and bedroom were excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Lovely weekend away

We had a lovely stay. Kathy has created a homely space for guests and was an excellent host. We ate all the yummy snacks provided. We loved waking up and looking out onto the green foliage running along the outside of ththebuilding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela R.

Liked: Communication, location

Nice place

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette C.

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

A lovely hideaway

The property was lovely, clean, peaceful, comfortable. The host had thought of everything. Beautiful country hospitality!Suggest not the ideal place to take children, but that suited us. There is not heaps to do in Chewton, so you would want to have a car to get around, but we had a lovely time: good spot to stay if you are looking to tourist Castlemaine Parkrun. We also walked the Castlemaine Diggings National Park, and that was fascinating. Well worth the visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

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

Simple, but very comfortable

Good access to local areas. Comfortable living quarters. Good property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie H.

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

Chewton School House

Had a fantastic stay! Kathy had made delicious biscuits and cake and had thought of everything to make a weekend away! Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Great little cosy getaway

Relaxed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

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

Great stay on a beautiful property

Our stay with our pup was really comfortable, and Kathy even bakes us a chocolate cake and cookies. Very prompt communication, and super quick check in process! I’d love to see what it’s like in warmer weather ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda A.

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

The Best "School" Experience

The best initial impression was the vastness of the accommodation - a long schoolroom divided in half with sensational 12 windows the whole one side of the building. Divided in half, the living area is ample and light. The bedroom is huge, and the pod bathroom is a clever, comfortable design. The kitchenette is small, but we managed to cook all our meals in the facility using the bench oven/griller and microwave. We had 2 dogs with us who adored the garden, where they ran free and were very happy. The proximity to Castlemaine is excellent without the hassle of busy roads and crowds. Everything was EXCELLENT.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff F.

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

ChewtonDelight

Well appointed and perfectly located to explore Castlemaine, Bendigo and surrounds. All amenities for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Week away

Fantastic accomodation, very comfortable, yummy snacks. This added up to a really great experience for our week away. Our dog Roxy enjoyed herself as well despite being restricted to a leash in the garden, (being a small terrier she is an escape artist!). We will definitely be staying again when we return to Castlemaine.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Perry V.

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

Relaxing

A perfect place to stay Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable, relaxing, perfect location

Great location. The home baked cake and biscuits were delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our Seeing Eye Dog and appreciated our host Kathy's extra touches.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda P.

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

Winter getaway in Chewton

Beautiful spot. Perfect place to walk, think, unwind and share some great walks. Local hospitality second to none. Great places to explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika S.

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

Quiet and cosy

A great spot for exploring Castlemaine, Maldon and Bendigo. The schoolhouse is located next to the owner’s house on the outskirts of Chewton. Despite being on the property it is self-contained and quiet. I was welcomed with a fridge stocked with breakfast staples and some lovely home baking, cheese biscuits and chocolate cake. There are no cooking facilities but there is a microwave and a toaster oven, so it is possible to eat at home by purchasing prepared meals. The bed and living room were both very comfortable and the smart TV allows you to use your own streaming services. I had a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Loved it.

Definitely worth returning to the room was fantastic the surrounding areas were beautiful. And the locals very friendly.👍😁
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

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

Wonderful stay

Thanks Kathy for a wonderful stay. My daughter and I really enjoyed the school house. It's got everything one would possibly need. The trees outside the windows and all the bird life were just amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

A Quiet Getaway

A peaceful place to kickback and relax. Pet friendly. Beautifully presented.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Pamela R.

Nice place

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

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

Chewton school house

Lovely converted demountable, very comfortable. Kathy made some delicious biscuits and cake for us, much appreciated. Also a very interesting book about the changes in Chewton from the gold mining era. Beautiful outlook and lovely walks in the local area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Hodge

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English

Premier Host

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