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1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.

Cottage in Gisborne with kitchen and fireplace

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Interior
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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New Gisborne, VIC
  • Place, Gisborne Flora Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.



Woiworung Cottage is a charming, early settlers cottage (1860), decorated and furnished to match its age. It features a wood heater, a reverse cycle air conditioner and electric heaters. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a stovette ( which has a small oven and two hotplates), microwave and fridge. Please note there is no freezer section in the fridge. The bathroom has a shower over a hip bath. A small TV and DVDs make for a relaxing stay. Complimentary tea, coffee and milk and toiletries are included. A maximum of four people can stay at the cottage in a queen and two single beds. Your hosts live on the property in a separate house. Come and see the sheep plus our adorable toy poodle Basil. We can guarantee you will have a peaceful nights sleep. Please bring your own linen and towels ( bottom sheet, doona covers and pillow cases) Linen can be provided for $30 per person per short stay ( up to 3 days). Children are welcome. The cottage is heritage listed by the National Trust and is about to be heritage listed by the Heritage Council.

Please note the following at the cottage:
1. It was hand built by an early settler and the foundations are large stones. The floor is uneven in the bathroom.
2. Some of the doors frames are very low and could be an issue if you are tall.
3. There is a possum (s) that live in the roof. We can't remove him/her/them as the roof space access will only fit a 3 year old child through it. You may hear him moving about occasionally!
4. There is no wifi to the cottage but there is good mobile phone coverage.
5. There are no ghosts in the cottage!

Woiworung Cottage is located at 111 Saunders Road, New Gisborne, Vic 3438. Check out Amy Pollocks music video that was filmed at the cottage
https://www.facebook.com/amypollockmusic/

There are many things to visit in the area including the following;
*Wineries- Gisborne, Sunbury, Mount Macedon
*Mount Macedon- walk to the cross, bush walking, open gardens, tea rooms
*Hanging Rock
*Gisborne market ( first Sunday of the month)
*Spas in Hepburn Springs
*Quaint nearby villages such as Woodend, Malmsbury, Trentham and Maldon
* Farmers markets at Woodend, Riddells Creek and Lancefield

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gisborne

Located in New Gisborne, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Gisborne Golf Club and Gisborne Peak Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gisborne Flora Reserve and Wyberjong Streamside Reserve. Woodend Children's Park and Galaxy Land are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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New Gisborne, VIC

What's nearby

  • Gisborne Flora Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 46 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Collins Street - 46 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Crown Casino - 47 min drive - 63.1 km
  • Melbourne Central - 47 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spices & Pestle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riddells Creek Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mini Mr. @ Gisborne - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Baringo Food and Wine Co. - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.?

As of 23 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels. on 1 December 2025 start from NZ$176.79, 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 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 1860 early settler's cottage. BYO linen and towels. located?

Located in New Gisborne, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Gisborne Flora Reserve and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Turanga Reserve. Gisborne Golf Club and Wyberjong Streamside Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km). Gisborne Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place loved the fire
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Amazing cottage with character

Loved the character of the cottage, it made our long weekend perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna F.

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

A place to lay your head

We just needed a warm place to sleep while visiting family in the area. I’m sure it’s just great place to stay in Summer Spring and Autumn. But we found it a bit cold, needing to have the fire and heat pump going and just getting warm enough. The house is sweet, pretty original, with undulating floor….with very basic but adequate bathroom and kitchen. Very thankful for the fire and plenty of firewood.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther D.

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

Settlement cottage

The place was adorable ..! My husband and I loved staying there . The owner was easy to communicate with . I have told so many people about our stay..!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky F.

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

Girls weekend away

Great location to explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa B.

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

Lovely little cottage with lots of character

Loved the cottage. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and we had a lovely chat while watching the aplacas. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Peaceful retreat

I spent five enjoyable days here and liked the feel of stepping back in time. The hosts were very polite and easy to communicate with and left me to myself.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Great little hideaway

A quaint little cottage (circa 1870s) in beautiful Gisborne. Very comfortable, and authentically olde world accommodation. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

At Home in Country Victoria

We greatly enjoyed our stay and would love to return some time. The cottage has great charm and historical interest, as well as being comfortable and well equipped. The countryside and the animals and birds add to the beauty of the place. It is very well situated and ideal for visiting Woodend and other nearby towns. Catherine is an excellent host and responded swiftly to any enquiries that we had.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carol W.

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

Cottage stay

Lovely old cottage, with so much character! We met with Carlos and Basil who was a highlight with our little ones.Only disappointment was it not having animals the children could interact with (sheep and alpacas were in distant paddocks).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Was beautiful area but the cabin itself was very run down. sloping uneven floors. back door was sticking and hard to close. generally not very well maintained. TV was way too small and the remote had flat batteries or going flat. All else was ok. Heating facilities were good. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great weekend away

Loved the house, very cozy weekend away relaxing in front of the fire. House was great and kids loved the old style fittings and had plenty of room outside to play and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Country cottage

The cottage was adorable We had everything we needed for a lovely and restful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

steven w.

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

Mid week Stay

Lovely and clean cute little cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt O.

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

Great holiday

Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

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

Son and family enjoyed rustic feel of cabin, amenities and being able to relax outside in peace.

All positive - hosts very approachable and friendly.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Homely and peaceful

We found this little cottage cosy and comfortable and was close to shops. This 1850 home is decorated with detail to suit the period, and it felt like we'd stepped back in time. With the low price and tranquil area, the cottage was a great choice for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janet O.

Extremely boring

Nothing to do at property or surrounds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verity C.

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

Adventure in the country

Oh, the peace and quiet of the country! What a peaceful and relaxing location, only minutes from town! There was a lovely fire lit for our arrival, the beds were comfortable and the alpacas adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Rest and relaxation

Just what we needed after a busy few weeks. Quiet, and beautifully furnished and decorated in the style of ‘yesteryear’. Ideal for reading, sleeping, chatting, board games and just taking ‘time out’.Beautiful location surrounded by pasture land, the occasional kangaroo in the distance and easy access to places in the region.We recommend the Three Little Pigs in Gisborne for brunch.(PS A new wooden spoon for the kitchen might be a good idea).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew k.

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

peace

had a nice quite weekend there relaxing nice serenity owners respect your privacy not far from town if need anything loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa J.

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

Unique vintage accommodation

Amazing property. Well preserved and maintained in old style. Feels like living in 1800s. Hope property like this survive for many more years to come. Mustafa and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Alan J.

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

Rustic settlers cottage

Very rustic cottage in nice surrounds. Had a musty feel, with old relics and furniture. TV was very small and the volume button didn’t work. Air conditioner worked well. Bathroom was adequate. The mattress dipped in the middle. Enjoyed our stay. Ka
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Very sweet cottage

We had a productive weekend working in this old-world cottage in a quiet location. The kitchen was fairly well equipped, heater made the winter evenings cosy, and beds were very comfortable. Not recommended for active kids as there are lots of hanging breakables.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Cute cottage in the Macedon Ranges

My daughter and her children spent a few nights at this cottage, as we were having a family birthday party and our house was full to overflowing. They found it very cute and comfortable, very rustic. The air conditioning was much appreciated during the hot spell. The children really enjoyed exploring the cottage and everyone had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by CATHERINE EVANS

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Your hosts Catherine and Carlos have lived on the property for 25 years. Carlos is from Argentina and Catherine from England. We both love the Australian bush and wildlife and the Aussie lifestyle.

Why they chose this property

Peace and quiet
Very quirky interesting cottage
Close to lots of interesting things to do and see.
Alpacas, kangaroos and more
Historic interest

What makes this property unique

You will sleep well
You will take a step back in time
You will enjoy the animals

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