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Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens

Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens

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shady brook delux cottage in early morning sun
Property grounds

Overview of Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5375 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Harrietville, VIC
  • Popular LocationMount Hotham Alpine Resort22 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Hotham22 min drive
  • AirportMount Hotham, VIC (MHU)71 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Feathertop102 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens

2 BEDROOM ALPINE SPA COTTAGE:with wood fire
Sleeps 4 - 5 People.
Set in magnificent gardens on the Ovens river with a backdrop of forest
Relax and Restore from the busy city lifestyle, breathing in the fresh country air and taking in the peaceful environment. Ideal for families or couples.

Superbly finished and very private with spa, queen size bed with ceiling fans,a full kitchen, DVD TV Video, fire place, laundry, air conditioning and electric heating. Your own undercover car parking, verandahs and barbecue facilities. Enjoy the unique bush and landscaped surrounds of this 12 ac. property set on the Ovens river and bordered by the Alpine National Park and State forest. From your surrounding verandas of your cottage take in the views of the extensive landscaped garden and the mountain ranges of Mount Feathertop. The extensive garden offers you places to stroll and relax and there are great open places where families can play. Walking tracks up the mountain behind your facility offers another experience.

Shady Brook cottages has three individual self contained cottages and one spa apartment on the Ovens River, (refer to website). They are situated on 12 acres, 8 acres is landscape garden in a very unique picturesque setting, River on one side and state forest on the other three, only 500metres from the mountain village of Harrietville but your own secluded retreat.

Shady Brook is unique, unlike many holiday venues you have space, seclusion and in a magnificent setting. In each season the landscaped garden offers you special delights, planted down in a primary exotic theme you can enjoy the magnificent Autumn colours that the north east of Victoria is famous for. In spring the colour of 1000's of bulbs bursting forth around Rhododenrons and Azaleas to name a few, flowering trees and native shrubs. Summer is also filled with colour, what better time to enjoy a glass from your deck of your cottage in the cool afternoon. Winter carries its own special time clear frosty mornings a time to set off for the snow less than 45 minutes away or a walk or a ride out on the many tracks and trails around Harrietville.

Whilst staying at Shady Brook you will be amazed by its bird life, over 50 species occupy the area and each morning parrots and small finches come down to a bird feeder near your cottage for their morning supplement.

Things to do whilst staying in Harrietville:

Harrietville is a historical village at the base of Mt Hotham and Mount Feathertop. The town has two hotels, museum, cafes and a bakery serving fresh bread daily. Mountain Fresh trout and salmon farm is also a favorite activity along with our local lavender farm with its own cafe on the Ovens River.

The town and Shady Brook is ideally situated for nature based tourism with the iconic walking tracks up through the Great Alpine National park. The Alpine National Park borders the Eastern side of Harrietville and your walk can start from your cottage to Mt Feathertop. Or take a drive 45 minutes to highest point of Mt Hotham.

Around the village there are numerous tracks and trails suitable for families for walking or mountain biking. The town and Shady Brook is ideally situated for nature based tourism with the iconic walking tracks up through the Great Alpine National park. The Alpine National Park borders the Eastern side of Harrietville and your walk can start from your cottage to Mt Feathertop. Harrietville has many four wheel drive tracks and motorbikes within the state forest on our west.

Only a short drive down the road to Bright there are numerous beautiful wineries, endless nature base activities and various eateries to suit any budget. For the more adventurous there is plenty of nature based activities including the Mystic Mountain Bike Park.

Property manager

John and Anne Atkins
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Harrietville

Located in Harrietville, this cottage is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Mount Hotham Alpine Resort and Champion Spur Track Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Hotham and Alpine National Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead - 14 min walk
  • Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 22 min drive
  • Mount Hotham - 22 min drive
  • Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 28 min drive
  • Mount Feathertop - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • Morries Cafe & Ice-creamery - 3 min walk
  • Smoko's Big Shed Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Bella's of Harrietville - 5 min walk
  • Latent Investments - 3 min drive
  • Alpine Diner - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shady Brook Alpine Delux Cottage & gardens located?

Located next to a golf course, this Harrietville cottage offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) of Champion Spur Track Trailhead, Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead and Alpine National Park. Smoko Streamside Reserve and Freeburgh Streamside Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Garden oasis
The location is peaceful and the gardens surrounding the cottage are beautifully laid out and very well maintained. As a horticulturist, I particularly appreciated the more unusual plants. The cottage was spacious and very clean. Lovely views from all windows and you are secluded from both the house and another cottage. Breakfast was on the verandah in the morning sun. The shower must be one of the best I’ve experienced in a short stay accommodation! The heating in the lounge room and bedrooms was quick and efficient. Communication was very professional. This property is one of the best I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We all enjoyed it , found my single bed a bit too firm but managed to sleep ok , couldn’t fault anything else
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Marco D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harrietville Stay
Very tranquil, peaceful and clean. Secluded location but not far from main town. Loved the bird life and how well the garden was maintained. Cottage was well equip, with lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Gill F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday cottage with beautiful surrounds
Great place to stay in Harrietville, quiet, spacious and clean. John and Anne’s garden is magical and a beautiful place to wander.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Aneike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most beautiful gardens and property
Book this place!! Just stunning the whole property, the gardens and creek and the whole place is just a vibe of flowers and happiness and sunshine. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by John and Anne Atkins

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Anne and I (john) are passionate about Shady Brook. We believe we have develop a magnificent garden in a very unique location which we love to share with others. We are passionate gardeners, and enjoy the pristine mountain environment we live in. We are both involved in our local community and believe life is found in giving. Anne has poultry which adds to the setting as they wander through the gardens. We wanted to developed something that was more than just accommodation but an experience that will last and be shared. Anne and I do all our own maintenance and cleaning to ensure the highest standard.

Why they chose this property

shady brook is set in an unique spot right on the Ovens river on fertile river flat with very steep mountain taking off at the rear of our property. This has enabled us to develop lush special gardens with a fantastic array of autumn and spring colour, summer also with hydrangeas and dahlias and others also compete in this regard.S

Your cottage is craftsmen built by local builders on an alpine style to complement the environment in which we live.

Shady Brook will not disappoint

What makes this property unique

Secluded relaxing fresh without pressure shady Brook aspires to be something special a place to mediate in and retouch those areas so difficult to do in our busy lives. Hear the birds, listen to the river, take scenic walks or just relax on your deck with a cuppa or a glass of wine watch the sun set over mountain ranges or the early morning dew catch the first rays of sun, its also special. Then do the tourist thing to wineries resturuants or what ever else maybe your thing

Languages:

English

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