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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Buxton, VIC
  • Place, Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Buxton Recreation Reserve
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Mountain Alpine Resort
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Double Room

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite (Guest Room)

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite (Masterbedroom)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage

The Buxton River House is a wonderfully secluded 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom homestead on 17 acres with the Acheron River winding its way around the boundary and spectacular views of the Cathedral Ranges and surrounding Black Ranges State Forest.
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Accessed via a 300m tree lined driveway, the property has extensive landscaped gardens, balcony views, river swimming and fishing, and many local activities including Buxton Mountain Bike Park, hiking, 10 min drive to Marysville and access to Lake Mountain.

Things to do at The River House:
• Take a stroll and simply enjoy the gardens and sounds of the abundant birdlife and the river.
• Pick some home grown produce from our small veggie patch (if in season).
• Fish for trout in the Acheron River
• Swim or laze by the Acheron River (700m river winding around the property)
• Yoga or meditation on the lawn, bridge or one of many peaceful spots along the river.
• Play table tennis or darts on the deck.
• Read on the verandah or inside on the 'cuddle couch' whilst watching the sun set on the Cathedral Range

Booking restrictions:
• Whilst the house sleeps 13 people, the following restrictions are in place regarding the number of adults and children per booking. These rules are in place to reduce the impact on the house and resources (rain water, septic tank etc) and to maximise the comfort of our guests:
- Adult only bookings - maximum 8 adults
- Family/Group Bookings - maximum 10 people. This includes a maximum of 6 adults, with the remaining guests (up to 10 people total) being children/infants (under 12 years)
• If you would like to book 13 people, please send a booking enquiry for consideration.
• During the guests stay, if there are more guests than agreed in the booking, the owner reserves the right to inspect the property and retain relevant parts of the security bond.

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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
Adults to be mindful of children near the river
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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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Marysville & District Historical Society and Bruno's Art & Sculptures Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marysville Golf Club and Lake Mountain Alpine Resort. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Buxton, VIC

What's nearby

  • Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Buxton Recreation Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 18 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 25 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Mount Donna Buang - 53 min drive - 58.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Igloo Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Terracotta - ‬12 min drive
  • Mia Mia
  • ‪Buxton General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Buxton Woodfired Pizza Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

As of 16 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage on 10 June 2026 start from NZ$816, 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 Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage located?

This family-friendly Buxton holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm and Buxton Recreation Reserve. Buxton Silver Gum Nature Conservation Reserve is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Fantastic property

We had a fantastic stay, its a very well equipped house on a beautiful property. We will be booking again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilde M.

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

Beautiful tranquil big place

Perfect for hiking in the cathedral ranges. Lovely property, nice garden, all that you need is there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

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

Buxton house

A beautiful spot and a spacious, very comfortable house with lots of entertainment supplied and close to great opportunities for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Amazing place had everything you could ever need!

We had such a lovely trip and can't thank the hosts enough. They have thought of everything, had lots of games, open fireplace, comfy beds, 3 bathrooms. Gave us an amazing home base to explore the region. We love cooking that kitchen was well equipped with all the things you would need. Can't wait to visit again and highly recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Beautiful getaway

Lovely property set in beautiful surrounds. The fire place was amazing, and the house is a great set up for a couple of families with lots of space and bathrooms/toilets. Inbuilt trampoline and basketball ring were massive hits with our boys. Flora was a lovely host and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Pictures dont do it justice

Absolutely perfect property for a weekend away with the girls, but we have all said it was also bw pwefwct to bring back the family. Only problem with the stay was that we disnt want to leave. Stay a week if you can !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Great house for a weekend away with family

Was a great house for a weekend away with extended family. Lots of activities to keep the kids occupied and allow the parents to relax. Great size house to accommodate 13 people comfortably. Only negativity was ducted heating was abit noisy and wasn’t able to keep on overnight due to noise. Would highly recommend to others to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Perfect getaway!

Exactly as described. There was 10 of us and still space. House is huge and well equipped for cooking, playing, fishing, exploring and relaxing. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raoul P.

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

Country Victoria Paradise

Just as described. A perfect river cottage with all the modern amenities. Wrap around wooden decking and lots of sun drenched places to enjoy a coffee or wine. Tons of space for the kids. Beautiful strawberries and herb garden to gather supplies. The river is accessible and picturesque. Overall a very enjoyable relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mohammad A.

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

Good area and silence

Over all good. Minor problems: no aircon, no garbage bins in toilets and on veranda. Also the cutleries not perfect. Thanks anyway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rupesh C.

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

Beautiful setting with scenic views

A beautiful property. We had a long weekend with friends. The property is spacious and comfortably had three families. Lots to do in the property and surrounding area. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to get away from the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta Z.

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

Perfect place for a winter getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at the River House. It was so inviting and cosy! So much space for the kids to run free around the property. The outdoor fire pit was a highlight and the serenity that comes with the river running through property and the kookaburras and frogs in the background. Perfect place to unwind. Thanks Flora and Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Allan M.

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

Great location

Great location. Worked well for family trip to Lake Mountain. Good outdoor facilities and plenty of open space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry & Helena H.

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

An amazing getaway to a beautiful home on a river w mtb track a couple hundred meters away.

This was organised for Dad’s 70th birthday and kids and grandchildren. Family only event and it delivered! Mum & Dad we’re so delighted to have everyone under the one roof for the entire time we were there. Didn’t leave the property to go anywhere apart from ride out bikes. The kitchen facilities were amazing, the bedrooms were large enough that we felt like it was our our home. Parents have spoken about it and would love to make it an annual getaway house to go to. Many thanks to our hosts Steven & Flora for making it happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adahl B.

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

Ideal for large family groups

We travelled to Buxton as two families and couldn't have loved the house more. Plenty of room inside and out for everyone to relax and unwind. Beautiful wide windows in every room. Gorgeous fireplace. Spacious and well-appointed kitchen. Two of the four bedrooms come with en suite bathrooms, which were a luxurious treat. Lots of games and books. There were also some outdoor toys as well. Would definitely recommend it and will likely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Mat G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Blokes Motorbike Weekend

A lovely home on a lovely property. Half a dozen fellas on a motorcycling weekend away. Had a great time enjoying the house and the grounds at a beautiful time of year. Brilliant road and rail riding at the doorstep. The house has everything you could possibly need and was very comfortable and warm through a chilly weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helena H.

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

Dream week away in Buxton

This is the second time we have stayed here. Because we love it so much. The property is massive and well maintained gardens. The adults could sit back and enjoy, as the kid explored, played basketball and scooted around the deck. The kitchen is amazing! Wok burner, griddle hot plate and deep fryer made mealtimes delightful. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather I.

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

Beautiful property with gorgeous gardens and river frontage

Had a great stay here with friends Lots of space for everyone and plenty to do both at the property and surrounding area including 10 minutes from marysville Large section of property had river frontage which is great for swimming or drifting down river 😀 and was also an excellent spot for fly fishing Hosts were very accommodating with arrival times etc and gave great guide on local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

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This is a wonderful place to share. One of our favourites with the garden, River and the house has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siva P.

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

Beautiful Place

Excellent location and well maintained place. Love the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

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

Perfect house for a family celebration

Our stay in River House was a very memorable time to celebrate a milestone birthday. Everything worked well and the house very comfortable for our 3 family groups who ranged in age from 4 to 80 years. The position of the house is beautiful with many areas to explore safely - from wombat burrows to walking by the river. The many toys and games were a great hit with all ages and the verandah is made for scooters! Our thanks to Flora for making our time so special. Hopefully we'll be able to have a return visit in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni T.

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

Magical property

This was truly amazing property. The grounds are extremely well thought out and maintained to perfection with lawn right down to the river's edge. House also very well appointed with everything you could possibly need. The perfect property for children and adults alike. I want to move in!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

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

Amazing Property

Great house, great location... A magical place with a river in the garden. No reason to leave the property over our stay. Floria our host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Spacious and beautiful

This property has it all for those who want to enjoy time away from city life. The lovely garden has shady trees and green lawns right down to the river. The house is so comfortable and there are lots of activities for children. Thanks for the strawberries, Fiona. We loved our stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Something for everyone

What a special place, we had a wonderful week exploring the gardens, river and nearby area. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Flora

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The River House is our escape and our sanctuary, and we are so happy to be able to share it. We often don't leave the property once we arrive as the children are 100% entertained by the sweeping lawns, making up games and exploring the veggie garden. However, we love being active and social, so will often head to Marysville

Why they chose this property

You can choose to 100% relax and not leave the property, or 100% explore and get active with the local attractions in Marysville (Gallipoli Park, skate park, cafes, old fashioned lolly shop!), Lake Mountain (summer hiking or mountain biking / winter skiing), Alexandra (great coffee, cafes and gastropubs), and Buxton (walk along meeting of the waters, play tennis, visit antique shop), or Cathedral Range State Park (spectacular hikes, or smaller walks for younger children)

What makes this property unique

Beautiful landscaped garden
Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house
Entertainers kitchen (miele, gaggenau appliances, coffee machine)
700m river frontage (swimming, dipping feet or fishing!)
360 degree views of rolling hills (State Park) on one side, to the majestic Cathedral Range on the other side
Close to Marysville for shopping, eating, walking or park play (younger children)
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