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Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Interior
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Woodend, VIC
  • Place, Woodend Community Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodend Children's Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodend Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Main

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges

Comfortable and welcoming country lodge set on 4 acres of beautiful Australian bushland and landscaped gardens. Located only 2km's from Woodend in cool country Macedon Ranges.

A cosy fireplace inside compliments a stunning outdoor setting that is home to kangaroos, wallabies and the odd koala.

This much loved home is complete with every convenience to make your stay welcoming and relaxing. Two living areas and a modern kitchen inside while outside a large deck to laze on and view the wildlife . A covered BBQ area, gazebo and ornate pizza oven is available to use.

Perfect for a couple's weekend escape, family trip or group excursion.

Woodend is a pretty and happening little town only 1 hour from Melbourne CBD. It's a great spot for walks, vineyards, a terrific microbrewery and mountain biking. We are a 2 minute drive or a 20 minute stroll to town.

Accommodation

Duck Tree Lodge is a charming three bedroom home. The master bedroom features a gorgeous and rustic queen bed with modern en-suite and walk in robe. The second bedrooms feature a queen bed while the third bedroom features two sets of bunk beds. Two generous living areas, a modern country kitchen, wood heater and split heating/cooling system. As expected you will have a TV and DVD.

The Grounds

Duck Tree Lodge features stunning outdoor entertaining options. A large deck wraps the front of the home, while the covered BBQ area features views into the adjoining bushland. A separate gazebo and pizza oven make for wonderful outdoor dining experience.

Children will love Duck Tree Lodge. A cubby house and swing accompany a 1/2 size basketball court.

Pets (excluding cats) are welcome by negotiation. Please contact the owner to discuss.
* Strictly no events or parties.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for children. Cubby house, sand pit, toys
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Events

No events allowed
Strictly no parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Only by prior negotiation
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking indoors, outdoor only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not rearrange furniture- house to be left as found.
Please switch off all heaters, lights and fans before departing.
Please wash and return dishes etc to drawers
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No loud music after midnight No dogs allowed on bedding, linen or couches. Additional cleaning fees apply if fur found on bedding or couches.
This property is not suitable for school leavers/Hens/Bucks/Parties/Events or Birthday parties.

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
Note from host: Strictly no parties
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Woodend

Woodend is home to this holiday home. Gallery 40 and Lauriston Press are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Woodend Golf Club and Mount Macadeon Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodend Children's Park and Kyneton Botanic Gardens. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Woodend, VIC

What's nearby

  • Woodend Community Centre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Woodend Children's Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Woodend Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mount Macedon - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hanging Rock Reserve - 9 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Woodend Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holgate Brewhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bourkies Bake House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hanging Rock Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mt Macedon Trading Post - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Woodend Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges ?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$258, 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 Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duck Tree Lodge - Bush Retreat, Macedon Ranges located?

This family-friendly Woodend holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Woodend Children's Park and Woodend Community Centre. Woodend Golf Club is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. Woodend Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet location, beautiful setting, close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ferne a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful grounds, very helpful host. Wished we could stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinetta F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we enjoy coming here to Duck Tree Lodge for the peace and serenity it offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanji C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, clean house, very comfortable, beautiful gardens
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We attended a family wedding in Woodend. Location was perfect. Close to everything we needed. 2 bathrooms made it easy for 4 adults to get ready. And our dog loved playing and running around the fenced backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Great relaxing bush retreat

So nice to be in Australian nature Kangaroos were coming up close to the property in the morning and late evening which was a nice thing to seeWe enjoyed cosy open fires outdoors and indoors
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay, however, thought it was a little expensive for the quality of the amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ryan s.

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

Amazing

House and property were great, would highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Fantastic Family Weekend

We used this house for a family get together, the property suited us perfectly, was a great location and very comfortable. Bianca kept in touch to see that all was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

A brilliant family stay!

Really well laid out property with (literally) acres for the kids to play in. Just a few minutes from beautiful Woodend. Would definitely return here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thanks Nathan, really happy your enjoyed your time there! You're welcome anytime again...
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

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

Lovely country retreat

Lovely property with great space for family and dogs yet just a stone’s throw from town. Some parts of the house a bit dated but suited our needs well. Great sized backyard with regular visits from the local kangaroos!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Incredible place

This place is wonderful, and exactly what we needed. It's bush meets modern and absolutely perfect. Whats better than a woodfire with kangaroos in the yard each afternoon? To top it off they had a big selection of dvds, fast wifi and even toys for the kids! Absolutely brilliant stay, already looking forward to the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

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

Lovely place for a relaxing weekend

Great experience overall. Bianca was responsive and flexible. The house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kath D.

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

Peaceful

Comfortable property surrounded by bush. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

A Special Place

We had multiple family commitments during our stay at Duck Tree which unfortunately meant we didn’t spend as much time at the property as we would have liked. We appreciated (and duly consumed) the chocolates and fresh milk, sat outside enjoying the fresh air and beautiful bush outlook and slept well in the comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Den

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

A great long weekend

Everything was as we wanted. A pity it was so hot as we would have walked more in the bush. Inside, the aircon kept us comfortable and we played board games and enjoyed great meals. The two youngest still had fun outside eg by making use of the basketball ring.We saw kangaroos each day, even on the back lawn. This is a property to suit all ages. Bianca and Mark were especially helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lots of potential

Great location and spaces. No heating in living room except wood heater, so very cold in the mornings unless fire relit. Cleaning not up to scratch, eg old food, open milk and juice left in fridge, freezer compartment full of someone else’s food, cups in cupboard dirty, rugs full of sticks and leaves, old chips and bits of choc wrappers between bed and side table. Description need updating as pizza oven and pergola are no longer in place and haven’t been for some time by the look of it. BUT it could be really good with just a bit more attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

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

Amazing property and location

Duck Tree Lodge exceeded our expectations; it is set in a beautiful location with everything you need to make for a great time away. The cleanliness and the amenities were perfect, the kids had a wonderful time enjoying the open spaces and the adults loved the cosy fire and the tranquility of Woodend. Bianca and Matt were fantastic hosts, making sure everything was just right for our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

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

Absolutely Perfect

We had a fabulous time. The accommodation was perfect for a getaway with our kids, it was spacious and clean and had everything we needed. It’s even better than in the photos. A stunning location, thank you for the perfect space to make some great family memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Adequite

Space good. We were lovely and warm with the fire. Had a nice walk around the block. Good time for all the girls to rest talk drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Family break

We loved the house and the timber furniture. Our dogs had a great time in the back yard and the bush out the back. Woodend had all we wanted, farmers market, brew house and supermarket. It was only a 30 minute walk. We spent a lot of time exploring the reservoirs that were all full and overflowing making a spectacular sight at their spillways. As we left, the wood ducks came out of their tree to watch us go.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree R.

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

Lovely spot

We enjoyed a winter break here - the house was terrific, very cosy and warm and the bush setting of the block is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Wonderful peaceful getaway!

This property is beautiful! Great place to take a family, with super gardens for the kids to run around and play, the cubby, footy goals and basketball ring kept them entertained! The house is well located close to the Woodend shops, but in a private setting surrounded by trees and bush. Easy check-in and good communication from host. The place was clean and tidy and we had an awesome stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Family getaway

It was lovely to walk into a warm house. The wood heater certainly lived up to our expectations. The location was great for exploring nearby towns. Plenty of wildlife in the vicinity too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie D.

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

Great getaway

Woodend is a lovely getaway with Hanging Rock nearby. The property was lovely and the hosts most helpful. Well worth a stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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