Summary:
Welcome to Emu's Nest! The ideal tiny house Victoria escape set on the rolling hills of Warragul South, VIC. Only 6kms South of the Princes Highway, and just a few blocks from Warragul's main shopping district, restaurant, and café hub. Where you can experience the peaceful and charming countryside setting of Warragul.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that the main house is quite separate from the tiny house. If you're interested, our property also hosts a function venue for group events.
The Space:
Emu's Nest sits in the quiet suburban neighbourhoods of Warragul South, just an hour's drive from Melbourne. Logan Park, Civic Park, Taco Bill Warragul, Hogget Kitchen, and the Coffee Pod are just a few of the recommended attractions our vacationers enjoy.
Complete with a queen-sized bed up in the loft and a couch, which can be converted into a single bed on the ground floor. It has easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities.
The bathroom follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use. It focuses on satisfying people's needs with natural resources and processes to save the environment.
If you plan to spend your tiny house Victoria escapes here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please advise that there will be other guests on the property. A second tiny house called "Brumbys Run" sits on the same property, strategically placed just a little over 10 meters apart. If you want to book in groups, please contact your land host 24 hrs in advance to make arrangements.
Guest Access:
Guest will have access to tiny house and its surroundings, including the car parking area provided.
SAFETY NOTICE: Guests are advised to keep an eye on their children at all times as the stairs to the loft are quite steep.
The Neighborhood:
Emu's Nest sits in the quiet suburbs of Warragul South, just an hour's drive from Melbourne. Where you can explore native wildlife, parks, and some of our local favourites including Logan Park, Taco Bill Warragul, Hogget Kitchen, and The Coffee Pod.
Our local recommendations:
- Healesville Sanctuary is home to a variety of native Aussie wildlife and interactive activities for everyone to enjoy.
- Alpine Trout Farm is well-known for supplying the highest quality products (i.e., trout) to its domestic and international consumers.
- Civic Park is the perfect place to play with the children, with a playground, water fountains on the small pond, and open space for kiting.
- Toorongo Falls is a great bushwalking track with spectacular views of natural towering gum trees, lush ferns, and streams cascading over the granite falls.
- Trestle Bridge is one of Victoria's most historic trestle bridges and popular tourist attractions, surrounded by dense tall forest and an old railway line from Noojee.
Getting Around:
By car:
- 1 hr drive from Melbourne
- 2 hr drive from Paynesville. However, we recommend guests travel by their private vehicle transport for easy access to nearby attractions. Taxi’s Service is available from Warragul CBD
By public transport: Public buses do travel to the area, but require quite a walk to reach the property.
Other Things to Note:
- Wifi is not available
- No smoking allowed on the property
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Mobile reception is overall average, but good with Telstra
- Please be advised that we have livestock (and noise) on our property
- We have an emu, horses, alpacas, cats, chickens, and sheep on our property
- Please do not enter animal paddocks or yards without the land host's permission
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge
Safety Guidelines
- We advise guests to keep an eye on children inside as the stairs to the loft is quite steep
- Guests with infants are recommended to bring their own portable travel cot during their stay
- We strictly advise guests to follow these safety guidelines to avoid potential accidents on the property
Important note:
- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- Please be advised that there will be other guests on site as there is another tiny house on the property
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our cassette toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.