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The Pebble House-Tarnagulla

The Pebble House-Tarnagulla

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Living room
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Overview of The Pebble House-Tarnagulla

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Tarnagulla, VIC
  • Popular LocationTarnagulla I97 Bushland Reserve5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Sandstone Mine Bushland Reserve6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBendigo Art Gallery36 min drive
  • AirportBendigo, VIC (BXG)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Pebble House-Tarnagulla

THE PEBBLE HOUSE is in TARNAGULLA. It was originally a mud and slab building inhabited by a mining family. The house was renovated in the 60's to become a pebble house, however, it retains many of the original features. THE SLAB HUT (Temporarily unavailable) is a separate building and more rustic. It was a blacksmith shop and most likely the original house. It was restored to become a basic spare bedroom. If needed The Slab Hut may be booked separately for extra guests in your party. Please enquire before booking for availability as it is presently closed for renovations.

BEDDING:
The Pebble House has one double bed, two singles and a chaise lounge. All linen is supplied.

COOKING and KITCHEN FACILITIES:
Full sized gas stove with oven and grill.
Sink with dish cloths, dish liquid and tea towels.
Crockery, cutlery, stove top kettle, pots and pans supplies.
No fridge (Due to solar reliance) though a large esky is available or you could bring your own. Bring ice.
It would be prudent to grocery shop before you arrive.
An outdoor, undercover, gas barbeque is also available.

BATHROOM and TOILET:
Located in a separate pebble building ensuring peace and quiet. It has a bath with an over bath shower. Towels and initial toilet paper provided.

POWER AND HEATING and COOLING:
The house is supported by a small solar system that provides lighting and a radio. Most lights are reliable 12 volt though there are some 240 volt lights and power points for the charging of a laptop, phone or other such device. 240 volts runs on a small 500 Watt inverter and may not be always be available if there is no sun or the power is overused. 500 Watts will not run a heating element e.g.: hair dryer or other larger electric items. There is no TV. It is advisable to bring and ancillary light source such as battery lanterns or LED lights and a torch just in case. The house is best heated with the medium cast iron wood heater in the back room. Open fire place in main room for snug ambiance. In summer there are fans but no air conditioning.

PHONE SERVICE:
In the past, mobile reception was available either in the driveway, at the top of the ridge adjacent to the house or on the far side of Jack Smith's fire place. In case of an emergency you could wave to the neighbours. (They are friendly).
Times change. Now, if you are a Telstra customer mobile service is available, however you still need not tell your boss, your employees or your children.

A FEW CUTS ABOVE CAMPING, NO LUXURIES, BUT EVERYTHING YOU NEED.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Gold Panning (sandy creek at rear of house) Pans provided.
and detecting (of course)
Bush walking.
Melville's caves. (20min)
Wildflowers in spring.
Bird watching
Local markets and collectables.
Wineries
Fishing in the Loddon River at Newbridge and Laanecoorie.
Cycle Tracks
Historical towns and walks
Golf (opposite nine hole golf course)
Photography
Artistic pursuits

The Pebble House lives in the Heart of the Golden Triangle 45 km from Bendigo. Close to Maldon 36km and Castlemaine 44km and Maryborough 37km.

SPECIAL NOTICES:
Given that the house was built for miners to original specifications; if you are over 5ft 3 inches or 160cm tall you must:
DUCK YOUR HEAD WHEN ENTERING DOORWAYS AND VERANDA.

The house is solar reliant so it would be useful to bring a torch or other battery operated lighting for low sun occasions for outdoor lighting or visiting the toilet.

Closest supermarkets are Dunolly: 15km. Inglewood: 21km or Maryborough: 37km.

Tarnagulla Post Office, open business hours during the week, also serving coffee and home made cakes in the outdoor area. Diggers Diner in the park is open weekends 9am - 8pm. Meals served 11am-2pm and 5pm - 8pm. Along with coffee, cake and sandwiches all day. Eat in or take away. Newbridge general store has a range of groceries, a café, coffees and liquor licence. Counter meals are available in Newbridge pub: 8km. (please enquire for times and days).

Pets welcome with prior approval. Property is reasonably secured with a dog fence. But cannot be guaranteed for jumpers or burrowers. The property has also been fenced for horses.

Best times to visit are Autumn, Winter and Spring. Summer is more challenging though happy campers and bush savvy guests still enjoy the comparative comfort. Spring and summer also attract mosquitoes. Some mozzie coils provided but it is advised to bring personal repellent. Given the bush setting, in summer blowflies like to shelter around the cooler parts of the house so doors must be kept shut to keep them outside. They generally dissipate with activity.

Summer is also bush fire season. Like many places in Victoria, Tarnagulla is a high risk area. It is important to keep tabs on the weather so that you can be prepared. Also make yourself familiar with your environment and develop a plan in the unlikely event of bush fire. Tarnagulla is in the Northern Country zone. In event of a total fire ban day it is imperative to adhere to the advice offered on the CFA website. Leave early. ABC Radio is the emergency station and usually accessible in The Pebble House. There is also the Vic Emergency app available for your smart phone. There is no designated 'safe place' or community refuge in Tarnagulla in case of bush fire, so careful planning and awareness is best.

Free cancellation for extreme weather predictions.

For further descriptions you may like to visit The Pebble House on Facebook.

Property manager

Janene

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Kindly inform me if you have pets.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tarnagulla

Located in Tarnagulla, this cottage is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Dunolly Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve and Tarnagulla I97 Bushland Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Tarnagulla I97 Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Great Sandstone Mine Bushland Reserve - 6 min drive
  • Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital - 34 min drive
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunolly Station - 15 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Newbridge Hotel - 8 min drive
  • Newbridge General Store & Accommodation - 8 min drive
  • Newbridge General Store - 8 min drive
  • Newbridge General Store & Riverside Stay - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pebble House-Tarnagulla pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at The Pebble House-Tarnagulla?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pebble House-Tarnagulla?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pebble House-Tarnagulla located?

Situated in Tarnagulla, this golf cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Waanyarra Nature Conservation Reserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tarnagulla I97 Bushland Reserve and Tarnagulla I98 Bushland Reserve. Bullabul Creek Streamside Reserve is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Looking for some time out
Wonderful stay, beautiful pebble home, total peace and quiet, partly off grid........had a great time...will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tarnagulla
The property is exactly as described. What a wonderful opportunity to obtain a taste of accomodation of the period. Janene has done a great job keeping artefacts of the day dotted all over the property allowing you to immerse yourself in the ambience of the home. Unforgettable stay. We will be back. Thank you for sharing your place with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Country Getaway
Loved my stay at The Pebble House. There’s no frills but it’s the perfect place for a quiet, back-to-nature holiday. The grounds are fabulous with so many interesting things to explore & the house was so charming. My dog and I loved that there’s a nature reserve literally across the road to go bushwalking in. Though it was very warm when I visited (37-38*C), the inside of the house stayed comfortable with the use of the fans. Definitely coming back this winter so I can use the beautiful fireplace & cosy atmosphere of the house. Thanks for the relaxing weekend & you’ll see us again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric-Leo k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
If you want to switch off, look no further. Perfect reset
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Velvet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and quiet
A rustic and fascinating property. Well appointed. Nature conservation reserve across the road for walks, very quiet at night except for the occasional bird call (I heard a barking owl!).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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