Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck - Baringhup

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Breakfast available

Check out the area

Baringhup, VIC

Main Street8 min drive
Maldon Railway Station9 min drive
Mount Tarrengower Lookout12 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck

Charming Hillview Country House, Luxury Farm Retreat close to Historic Maldon Town. Renovated with Luxury Deco and Rustic touches along with all modern amenities. Nestled in the hillside overlooking the Loddon River Valley and distant mountains. Roast marshmallows by the firepit, take in the striking views, stunning sunsets and brilliant star gazing. Part of a historic farmstead (founded in 1857) newly renovated, secluded country retreat - beautiful farm house set alongside classic granite rock formations with 360 degree views. A truly unique retreat. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, raindrop showers, spa bath and great outdoor firepit with Pizza oven. Fully decked out house and very comfy beds. Unique Luxury and style, hands down wonderful!

Property manager

Jamie

Premier Host

Languages

English, Korean

Amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Contact us to discuss suitability for your kids

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

PETS INSIDE: not in bedrooms or on furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Bedrooms restricted for bookings with less than 4 people. Couples can access master bedroom and ensuite. Other bathroom and bedrooms will be locked.

Please DO NOT explore the farm and keep away from sheds - it is a working farm and farmers and sheepdogs will be around sheds and in paddocks.

AREAS TO EXPLORE The hill behind the house, the land beside (to the fence) and in front of the house down to the road. NOT the shed on the hill.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Cashless transactions are available

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Baringhup

Located in Baringhup, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Union Hill Gold Mine Lookout and Maldon Museum and Archives Association are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Frogmore Swamp Wildlife Reserve and Peg Leg Gully. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Baringhup, VIC

What's nearby

Cairn Curran Reservoir - 6 min drive
Main Street - 8 min drive
Beehive Mine Chimney and Mine Ruins - 9 min drive
Maldon Railway Station - 9 min drive
Mount Tarrengower Lookout - 12 min drive

Getting around

Muckleford Station - 19 min drive
Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

The Maldon Lolly Shop - 8 min drive
Maldon Hotel - 8 min drive
Maldon - 8 min drive
Cherry's Ice Creamery - 8 min drive
Berryman's Cafe & Tearooms - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hillview Country House - Luxury Retreat near Maldon, Best Views, Firepit & Deck located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly farm stay is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cairn Curran Reservoir, Main Street, and Peg Leg Gully. Mt Tarrengower and Maldon Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui V.

10 January 2024

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

Great place for a family getaway

Lovely property. Beautiful location and views. lots of room for kids to play and plenty to do. We had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth r., Melbourne

13 November 2023

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

Girls weekend

The home was wonderfully appointment and beautify styled. For the 7 of us ladies. The owner was easily reached for getting lost - thanks Siri haha. Some lovely drives to maldon Castlemaine. And even threw in a winery. All the appliances and necessities for a home stay made eating in very easy. Would highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone F.

21 September 2023

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

Dream location and farm stay

The property itself was very clean and well stocked with everything from good quality bathroom provisions to kitchen condiments although we ate out most of the time. The property manager Jamie was very helpful and also gave us a lot of tips about interesting places to visit. We would definitely go back again for a longer stay in this lovely farmhouse with a lot of Privacy and stunning views. We were only 6 adults in our fifties but there was another spare room for another couple with bunk beds so ideal for two More kids. Highly recommend the location and maldon getaways staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

25 May 2023

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

Magic!

We can’t fault this lovely property. It was all we hoped and wished for. Quiet, spacious, impeccably clean, comfortable, warm and so welcoming. Communication and instructions were excellent. And the views? Ensconced on the front verandah in the warmth of the sun, gazing over open paddocks and hills, two horses ambled by being ridden down the track. Time suspended. Again, out by the fire pit in the glow of the setting sun, rugged up with blankets provided, the smoke drifting into the air, surrounded by magnificent trees……and the scent of the gums. Magic!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan H.

1 May 2023

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

Wonderful country getaway

We really enjoyed our time at the country cottage. It was beautifully furnished and the hosts provided lots of extra touches to make it feel special. We arrived at night so were very grateful they'd left lots of lights on. We loved the Zero Co bathroom products and the hamper upon arrival. Having a firepit was great too, and that view was superb!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jamie

Hillview is part of a 500 acre property - a real working sheep and hay farm. The farm house is in a secluded elevated spot in the natural surrounds, well away from the work-a-day happenings, nestled in the heart of the 6th generation Lillie Family Farm.

An original Art Deco house, Hillview was specialty designed and built by a known Deco architect in Essendon in the 1940’s. A local Italian ceiling and cornice maker was engaged to hand-make and design a bespoke cornice for each room in the house. The original and unique cornices can still be seen in the bedrooms, lounge room and part of the kitchen – they are rather extraordinary. The house was lovingly restored by the family that lived there for 26 years, before the property was sold for development. The owner, wanting to save the beautiful and quite unique house from destruction put a call out for interest in buying it for relocation, and it came to live on our farm.

The farm was settled in 1857 by Thomas Lillie, and is still owned and run by Great, Great Grand-son Greg Lillie. It harbours a treasure trove of local and family historical artefacts and stories, kept lovingly by the Lillie family descendants.

Greg himself grew up on the farm and prides himself on the natural qualities of the farm while tending to the old ways of caring for the land and animals. The 1200 head flock of Merino sheep enjoy a free-range lifestyle, ranging across the acreage eating the pasture or partaking of the farm-grown hay, often being born and living out their lives on the rolling farmland.

Why they chose this property

The house is newly renovated with all modern amenities, wifi, large deck, 4 bedrooms and two bathrooms with raindrop showers, spa bath and generous kitchen/living area. Recline in the separate Lounge TV room with DVD player and DVD library as well as a Smart TV and bluetooth micro stereo. Outdoor Firepit and large deck with outdoor settings and BBQ, luxury linen, super comfy beds, stocked pantry and coffee making extras make the house so very comfortable. Added heating, electric blankets and boutique country house styling along with original and antique/rustic pieces, make the house an ideal country getaway!

What makes this property unique

Don't miss the natural environment and active birdlife, walk to the Loddon River, walk or take a short drive to Lake Cairn Curran and the historic mining township of Baringhup. Take a short drive to the ever popular Maldon town, the unforgettable Rock of Ages and Mount Tarrengower look out tower. Take in the views from every window, wander through the ancient rock formations on the hillside, snuggle in the cosy beds and delight in the rustic farm furnishings and olde worlde decor. Our guests tell us it's a magical place to stay and they can't wait to come back again!