2 BEDROOM APARTMENT From your own private balcony hear the Ovens river run and capture the views of a spectacular landscaped garden framed by the surrounding hills of the Alpine National Park and bush lands. We don't just supply accommodation but a unique experience..
A MODERN 2 BEDROOM ALPINE ACCOMMODATION; Sleeps 4 with continental breakfast supplied each day. Independent stair access with a large balcony. Superbly finished with spa, separate lounge and kitchenette, laundry, TV/video, air conditioner, CD player and barbecue facilities. Your own under cover car park and access to a shared laundry.
Feel free to walk through the the four seasons gardens as shown on ABC Gardening, take a stroll along the pristine clear mountain stream or on our walking tracks and catch the magnificent views. A multitude of birds inhabit garden and bush, walk or ride into town.
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.
Things to do whilst staying in Harrietville: Your hosts John and Anne live on the property and are available to assist you with information about the region.
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.
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About the area
Harrietville
Located in Harrietville, this apartment is in a rural area. Mystic Bike Park and The Village 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. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
Champion Spur Track Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Bungalow Spur Track Trailhead - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mount Hotham - 17 min drive - 32.4 km
Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 17 min drive - 32.4 km
Falls Creek Alpine Resort - 54 min drive - 76.1 km
Restaurants
Harrietville Snowline Hotel - 5 min walk
HV Kitchen - 4 min walk
Tronoh Dredge Reserve - 20 min walk
Alpine Diner - 4 min walk
Joop's Jetty - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?
As of 12 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden on 1 July 2026 start from NZ$236, 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 Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shadybrook Alpine Apartment and garden located?
Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out apartment building in Harrietville is 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
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
John & Anne were the perfect hosts. Surrounding gardens are amazing and accommodation was very comfortable. I would highly recommend visiting this lovely, tranquil place AAA+
John and Anne made us feel very welcome, and we felt so lucky to share their wonderful garden. I had a marvellous time exploring the nooks and corners, and sitting by the creek. Fresh eggs from the free range hens and charming Harrietville- a perfect gem to stay and take a breath before the busy season.
This was our second stay with John and Anne and it won’t be our last. We simply love it here. The scenery is stunning and the birdlife magnificent and that’s without even leaving the grounds! Harrietville is the perfect base to explore the area.
The room is clean, comfortable, equipped with everything we needed and the view from the verandah made us never want to leave!
Love it so much!
Serena B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2021
Hi Serena Its always a pleasure to host your stay with us and seeing you enjoy the gardens and the surround village of Harrietville have a great year and see you again in the future kind Regards John
2 cottages and an apartment (the upstairs of the hosts' house). Stunning gardens, great hosts. We were in the apartment which has lovely views of the garden but is a bit smallish (even for just 2). Although we didn't see inside, the cottages looked much more spacious and certainly had more privacy and general ambience, being set in different parts of the garden. No complaints though.
Thank you John and Anne for giving us a wonderful stay at your cottage. We really loved exploring your beautiful garden. Our son enjoyed splashing in the stream next to the property. John went out of his way to get a bicycle for our son as we couldn’t hire a kids bike.
We look forward to visiting again.
Thank You
Mela and Aslam Assen
Aslam A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2021
Thanks Aslam we enjoyed hosting your stay we like to share our gardens and local environment with folk to make their stay special Thanks John
Beautiful property, the gardens were amazing. So glad we found this little oasis and will be back for sure. Thanks
Erica P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thanks Erica and we look forward to hosting you again have a great year ahead kind regards John
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10/10 Excellent
Elle H.
12 August 2018
Tranquility and beauty! Great location close to the snow!
Shady Brook Cottages had a stunning view in the gardens surrounding the apartments and cottages in site as well as of the mountains. It is a very relaxing atmosphere to unwind for a few days in comfort. My partner and I would like to thank John and Anne for their outstanding bed and breakfast service as well as providing excellent, friendly service. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay close to the snow at Mt Hotham and would gladly visit again! Thankyou!
Elle H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Hi Elle, thanks for your review, and we look forward to hosting you another time Anne and I have tried to create a unique environment within what is already a very special natural environment. Providing our guests with an exxperience raher than just accommodation. Kind Regards John and Anne
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8/10 Good
Kate Louise R.
25 July 2018
Shady brook was a lovely place for a snow weekend.
Shady brook is neat, clean and tidy set in beautiful gardens- which makes for a peaceful walk along the river. John was a lovely host.
Kate Louise R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
About the host
Hosted by John and Anne Atkins
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. 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.
Why they chose this property
Shady Brook has been set out amongst magnificent gardens with spectacular all year colour our spring and autumn colour is to seen to believed. We are set on the Ovens River and surrounded by state forest secluded and quiet yet only .5km from the local bakery and hotels. It is the ideal place for just relaxing listening to the birds and the mountain stream right near your accommodation. If you are into nature based activities we are virtually head of trail for two of the most iconic mountain walks up mount feather top. There are also plenty of great short to medium walks to suit all ages most of which are shared with bikes. Then for the road cyclist this is the mecca with rides throughout the Alps. For those who like a different style of adventure to our west are endless four wheel drive tracks out to mountain ridges and down into pristine rivers. There are endless short drives to wineries and restaurants the variety is amazing only 25km from Bright. In winter its the ideal place to stay to enter the ski resorts only 30 kms from Mount Hotham
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 SB is ideal for families & couples seeking quiet relaxing getaways, the grounds are ideal for children to play & adults to wander respectful of others
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