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Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!

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A pink house with a fenced yard and a path leading to it.
Exterior
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a window providing natural light.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, a lamp, and a sofa.
A patio with a wooden table and bench, a grill, and a small round table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee

Explore the area

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Gembrook, VIC
  • Place, Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoddles Creek Education Area
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Melbourne

Located in Hoddles Creek, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Martindale Hall Heritage Museum and Tonimbuk House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nangana Bushland Reserve and Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve. Consider Swallowfield Winery for a night out or Rayners Stone Fruit Orchard if you're travelling with kids. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling, horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Gembrook, VIC

What's nearby

  • Beenak G180 Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hoddles Creek Education Area - 15 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Rayners Stone Fruit Orchard - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Bunyip State Park - 22 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forest Edge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Gembrook Hill Vineyard - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Moonfire Pit - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

As of 27 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$671, 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 Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Nangana Bushland Reserve, Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve, and Lusatia Park Road Bushland Reserve. Yellingbo Nature Conservation Reserve and Bunyip State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little farm stay! We had such a great time here, our kids loved feeding the animals and learning more about farm life. A real highlight was feeding the cows and finding the eggs the chickens had laid each morning. Katherine is a great host, very kind and friendly. Very attentive and easy to reach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved.it, great spot. Beautiful experince for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Loved every minute of it, clean, secluded and fun with animals all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank you David. We are so happy your family enjoyed the animals and that you were so happy with the cleanliness and privacy of the cottage. We look forward to your return. Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time with the animals and in the tranquil environment. Thanks Kath and Sheralee for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

Had a lovely stay - very homely and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you Justin. We are so pleased you loved the peace and privacy. Hope you can stay again some time soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful farmstay

We had a lovely time staying at Hoddles Hideaway. Kath was so lovely, taking the time to introduce our kids to the animals on the property and even letting them feed them! We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thankyou Trevor and family. It certainly was a pleasure having you stay and the animals loved meeting you all too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private. Great communication with host. Comfortable beds, clean house, and lots of space to walk outside.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for kids

Kids loved the animals, property was lovely and clean and well equipped. Easy access to fun things in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

Great location, so quiet and peaceful. Beautiful house with great layout and everything we needed 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you Joanne. So pleased you loved the house and the peace and quiet. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at the Hoddles Hideaway! The kids absolutely loved feeding the animals, it was such a great hands-on experience. The accommodation was very neat, tidy and extremely clean. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and cosy!

I stayed here for a few nights and the location was perfect. It was peaceful and a cosy place for me to escape to for a few days. Great place to go away to!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2021
Thank you Luke. So glad you enjoyed the peace and tranquility. Time in nature is so important in our busy lives! Kath x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location, perfect for a physical and mental unwind. Spa bath was a luxury. My bedroom was a little retreat in itself with a secluded veranda perfect for watching the sunset. Pretty isolated but that's how it was described and what I wanted.Did lack a few little flourishes and a few instructions re for example wifi access, location of laundry, would have been helpful. Our host however went above and beyond and was very personable. She responded within an hour to any queries, checked in with us that everything was ok, provided brownies ( yum) and allowed us to leave in leisure.For anyone who needs a little bit of self indulgent self-care; to feel nurtured and recharged then this cottage is a must.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blissful getaway

The most tranquil scenic property, very clean and comfortable accommodation with the best host! Absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with amazing views and spectacular sunsets ❤️ 12/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
Thank you Sonia for this beautiful review! We are so pleased you enjoyed it so much- yes the sunsets are amazing and the tranquility is divine, so close to Melbourne yet a world away. Please come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great quiet getaway

Animals were great. The cottage is cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Thanks Simon. So pleased you enjoyed you stay and found it cosy and relaxing and that you enjoyed meeting the animals! Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful farm stay

We had a wondeful time staying at Hoddles Hideaway, our kids especially enjoying the farm animals, playing on the swings and running around the yard. The cottage is in a brilliant location and was very comfortable and clean. The kids are keen to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Hello Anna We’re thrilled that your family loved the animals, the clean cottage and that you all enjoyed the time in nature, visiting the lovely places nearby. We’d love to have you back soon!! Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic family holiday

Great little farm house with everything we needed. 3 year old was very impressed with farm animals. Nice relaxing atmosphere just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
So pleased you and your family enjoyed the animals and had a happy relaxing weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

Such a peaceful and grounding getaway. Perfect place to unwind and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and simpler things.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for two couples

We had a wonderful country stay here. It was just what we were looking for to get away from the city and appreciate Victoria's countryside again. The house is perfect for two couples and the owners are lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend

My wife and I wanted a quiet getaway and we got exactly what we desired.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Hi Paul. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the peace and quiet-a lovely escape from busy city life! Kath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

It was weekend getaway was enjoyed by all of us. The accommodation was clean, well presented with everything we need. We will return to Hoddles Hideway for sure..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you Jay and your lovely farmily. it was so nice to meet you and see how much you enjoyed seeing the animals and feeding them. baby Luna the lamb put on quite a show! And we even had a lyrebird at super close distance and koalas above the chook shed saying hello. We loved having you guys!! Please come back any time :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage views are amazing birdlife was abundance but when the alpacas and sheep came running.

Beautiful scenery, cosey cottage great views plenty of wildlife and cute sheep, alpacas and cows
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2020
Thanks Samantha. We're so happy you enjoyed the animals and found the house cosy and relaxing. Come back soon!! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

I loved staying at this peaceful and cosy cottage with stunning sunset views overlooking the paddock!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the adorable cottage! From the colour of the house to the views, from the cows to the native birds - It was so quaint and peaceful. Cannot wait to return with my two small kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hoddles Hideaway delights

We had such a nice time on the farm. The kids of all ages loved interacting with the animals and exploring the property. Kath was lovely to deal with and communication was great. Thank you for the great holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private hideaway

A fantastic property in an idyllic location. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped (so nice for a holiday cottage to have condiments!). The location is perfect - great views, animals that the kids loved feeding and amazing views. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
So thrilled you had such a lovely stay Stewart and family. I’m sure the animals loved the extra pats and feeds! See you another time soon !
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