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Royston Lodge
Living area
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Halls Gap, VIC
  • Place, Grampians National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Pinnacle
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway

Royston Lodge offers self-catered, dog-friendly accommodation in Halls Gap, The Grampians (Gariwerd), western Victoria, Australia.

The house lies on 3200m2 of land in a quiet side-street, near the cycle track and 1.6km south of the main shopping area of Halls Gap. Walk to shops and restaurants, or rent a bike and get around town easily.

The house has 3 bedrooms that sleep 7 people and sofa-beds in the lounge that can accomodate up to an additional 3 people (linens are not provided but currently cannot be arranged due to COVID-Safe practices). It has a newly renovated, fully equipped kitchen with a Breville double-boiler espresso machine and coffee bean grinder, dishwasher, gas cooking, electric oven, microwave and a full size refrigerator/freezer. The kitchen is stocked with basics including salt, pepper, oils and spices.

Free wi-fi is included in the house for guests to use.

The lounge has a 42”/106cm flat-screen SmartTV, DVD/blu-ray player, bluetooth sound-bar and iPod dock. Sofa seating is provided, comfortable for 7 people. including a double sofa-bed and a single sofa-bed. The lounge also has a wood-stove and firewood is provided.

The main bathroom was recently renovated and includes a spacious double-shower, under-floor heating and a heated towel rail.

The house has an air-conditioner and ceiling fans in the lounge and one bedroom.

A large east-facing deck is a perfect place to enjoy meals while watching the birds and wildlife. A new gas BBQ is provided, and outdoor seating for a large group.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number No

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Halls Gap

Halls Gap is home to this holiday home. The Pinnacle and Fallen Giants Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grampians National Park and Fyans Creek Bushland Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre and Halls Gap Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Halls Gap, VIC

What's nearby

  • Grampians National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fyans Creek Loop Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Pinnacle - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Stawell Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barney's Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coolas Ice Cream Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse Flame Brothers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kookaburra Bar & Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Livefast Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway on 26 April 2026 start from NZ$288, 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 Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royston Lodge - Dog-Friendly Halls Gap Getaway located?

This family-friendly Halls Gap holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Grampians National Park, Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre and Fyans Creek Loop Trailhead. Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead and Delleys Bridge Walking Track Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

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

Lovely stay

Great place close to town but with nice privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house very clean was good fir my children grandchildren & dog lovely bush setting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing for the 5 of us, very well equipped, nothing more you could ask for. Was also extremely appreciative that when the catastrophic day was called the host reached out to us to ensure we were informed and really cared about our safety.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

NITHU C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanliness and amenities can be improved
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Very good heating with wood fire and electric heaters. Plentiful seating . Very good bed. very enjoyable and peaceful stay..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette R.

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

Great break

The property was great. It was clean warm and the kitchen has a great selection of utensils.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kane M.

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

Great place to stay

Place was fantastic very comfortable and homely, the wildlife was amazing also. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great place, excellent location

Was a lovely place, would highly recommend!! Very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Lovely location, kitchen was everything we needed. The local roos come up real close and the kookaburras serenaded us with their beautiful song.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIE M.

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

Amazing stay

This was the perfect place for the 4 of us to stay during my husband and I elopement. It was cosy plenty of space for us all.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

A great home away from home

We stayed for 3 nights with our dog and really enjoyed the house and the area. The home owner was really nice and communication between us and her was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Wonderful stay and location

Just felt like home as soon as we walked in. Wonderful communications and my little family and our dogs had a wonderful early Christmas weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped kitchen and bathroom updated well. Bedrooms lacked for extra heating and lounge chairs not comfortable for an elderly mother. Very convenient location close to walks and town centre.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Beautiful, relaxing getaway.

Wonderful place to stay. We had an amazing week here with our 11 year old son and dog. So peaceful yet close to everything. The house has all you need and our hosts were very lovely. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lieng W.

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

Great facilities

Felt like home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

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

Awesome place to stay

Best place for families. Quiet, peaceful - lots of wildlife. Room for kids to play. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystene C.

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

Brilliant house

Great house, so many hidden extras. Loved the fire place, endless supply of wood, coffee machine, heated bathroom tiles, great access to pots and pans and most importantly morning visitors of the birds and wild life. Affordable accommodation, very happy with stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Experience was awesome we had a great time

The property was clean neat and tidy, all our needs were catered for, was very happy with everything
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

My short holiday

Beautiful and comfortable property in an exceptional location. See you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bona S.

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

Great house ever!

My family enjoyed the holidays at this house so much. Great location, beautiful environment, nice and clean etc. We want to stay here if we go to Grampians again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vi Voo M.

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

Lovely short stay

Just like home away from home. Very up to date clear instructions on everything! Loved the kitchen and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Beautiful, spacious and conveniently located

We had an excellent couple of nights at Halls Gap. The property is beautiful inside with new, top-end appliances and plenty of room for the kids and dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely and clean with all things you may require. Fantastic location, and wonderful to be able to have our small dog join our holiday. Thank you. We will definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

Relaxing

Nice and relaxing terrific spot. Everything well catered for in the kitchen. Lovely and clean perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wilma A.

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

Halls gap house

The house is perfect for a relaxed getaway- close to nearby cafes & restaurants and close distance by car to the beautiful and varied walks and sightseeing around the Grampians
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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