Axedale is home to this bed & breakfast. Mandurang Valley Wines and Flynns Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Basil Brown Arboretum and Bendigo Fun Factory.
Axedale Nature Conservation Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Campaspe River-Axedale Streamside Reserve - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
Campaspe River K39 Streamside Reserve - 12 min drive - 13.3 km
Axedale Giris Road Bushland Reserve - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
Bendigo Club - 20 min drive - 27.6 km
Getting around
Bendigo Station - 21 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Axedale Tavern - 4 min drive
Kimbolton Kiosk & Bottleshop - 15 min drive
Axedale Tavern - 4 min drive
Rise and Grind Takeaway Cafe - 4 min drive
About this property
River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit
You’ll love the stylish decor of this charming B&B. After a home cooked breakfast spend hours wandering in the gardens, watch the birds that have made River Gardens their home or stroll along the river banks or the spectacular gardens. The river is literally jumping with fish if fishing is your thing. We have it all, but If you need a little more excitement, we are only 20 minutes from either Bendigo or Heathcote and 15kms to Lake Eppalock and 6 minutes to Heathcote Park Raceway.
The River Gardens Homestead is an off the grid farmstead that overlooks the Campaspe river. Set in nearly 2 acres of spectacular gardens with water features and right on the banks of the Campaspe river, guests are ensured of having a restful holiday. The unit is under the farmstead roofline but is totally self contained with its own entrance. Only the laundry is a shared facility.
Guests have their own entrance, bedroom with a double bed, kitchen/lounge room which includes a sofa that converts to a double bed, a full oven with double hot plates, microwave, full fridge, toaster, kettle and coffee machine and their own ensuite with walk in double shower. Guests have access to all 133 acres of the farm including over 400 metres of Campaspe river frontage and approximately 2 acres of spectacular manicured gardens. Pets are more than welcomed but we do charge a one off $40 fee. Access to the owners residence is not permitted.
We are totally off grid with solar power, tank water and septic sewerage system. Please try to be mindful of this and to keep showers short, and to turn off lights, air conditioning etc. when not needed. Finally, as septic is quite fussy, please only flush toilet paper down the toilet. There are bins provided in the bathroom for everything else. Thank you in advance for respecting our space,
Wendy and Mark
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets must be kept on lead and a pet fee paid
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Rooms must be left clean and tidy
Any damages must be paid for
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9652278
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit pet-friendly?
Yes, River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit on 16 June 2026 start from NZ$260, 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 River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit located?
Situated in Axedale, this bed & breakfast is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Axedale Nature Conservation Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Campaspe River-Axedale Streamside Reserve and Axedale Giris Road Bushland Reserve. Axedale Bushland Reserve and Mount Sugarloaf Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).
River Gardens Axedale Pet Friendly B&B Farm Stay - Self Contained Unit Reviews
Reviews
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Lovely self-contained unit. Wendy and Mark made us feel very welcome. Chocolate and vanilla slices on arrival were delicious! Our dog thought it was the best place we’d stayed with kelpies as the welcome committee.We’d definitely book again, if we’re in the Bendigo area.
I can’t fault our stay at Riverbend Gardens. It began with a warm welcome from our hosts Wendy, Mark and their adorable menagerie, along with a cuppa and chocolate cake. The unit was very clean and comfortable, with everything we needed. Our last day started with a yummy breakfast and more bottle feeding of the lambs and we were farewelled with beautiful rose bouquets. We will definitely be back!
Clean room and very quiet at night so good nights sleep.
Breakfast very good.
Dog friendly and lots of locals to play with, including the odd sheep.
Hosts couldn't be nicer.
Would definitely consider another stay.