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Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!

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A single-story house with a picket fence, a covered porch, and a visible window.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, white cabinets, and a large window overlooking a backyard.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, white chairs, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy reading nook with a large wooden bookshelf filled with books, a comfortable armchair, and a small side table with a vase.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Endless exploration awaits
    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Clunes, VIC
  • Place, Bottle Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Clunes Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen's Park
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!

Welcome to Reader's Rest, a beautifully renovated, dog friendly miner's cottage in the historic township of Clunes. This charming property features 3 bedrooms, each equipped with air conditioners to ensure your comfort during your stay. The cottage also boasts 2 modern bathrooms, providing ample space for all guests.

The open-plan kitchen and lounge area is perfect for socialising and relaxing and features a cozy wood heater to keep you warm during the cooler months. The property also offers an outdoor entertaining area, with a BBQ perfect for hosting a gathering of family or friends.

For those who love to read, the property includes a dedicated reading room, as well as a cozy nook in the lounge area.

Conveniently located just 100m from Top Shop Milkbar, and within easy walking distance of the town centre you'll have quick access to a range of amenities including cafes, art galleries, and specialty shops. This property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and historic charm, making it the perfect choice for your next Clunes getaway.

Readers Rest is Dog friendly! Please know that your dog is welcome here. Unfortunately we cannot allow cats due to severe allergies, so please no cats.

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9810780
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Clunes

Clunes is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clunes Bushland Reserve and Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve, while Bottle Museum and Clunes Museum are cultural highlights. Park Lake Gardens and The Tangled Maze are also worth visiting.
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Map
Clunes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Bottle Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clunes Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queen's Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clunes Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Talbot Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Haras Café- Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪National Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Take Away - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Fifty Two - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Criterion - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Reader's Rest: dog-friendly cottage?

As of 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reader's Rest: dog-friendly cottage on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$516, 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 Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! located?

Situated in Clunes, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bottle Museum and Clunes Museum. Queen's Park and Clunes Bushland Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe K.

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

Great place to rest and relax

Great place to rest and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Readers Rest, Clunes

Quaint town, close proximity to lots to see and do. Fabulous property, well equipped and beautifully decorated. Very much enjoyed our stay and visit to the region
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Old Towns

Nice to visit old goldmining Vic towns and stay in a comfortable house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Break:

House was presented well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

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

The Perfect Clunes Stay!

We loved our stay in this beautiful home! It was exactly as advertised. The house was pristine, beautifully appointed and incredibly clean. It is a 5 minute walk into the heart of Clunes and in a quiet spot. Everything you need is at the house including heating and cooling. Beds were super comfortable too. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Juliann B.

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

Time to do, time to be …..

Peaceful stay, allowing time to do all those things you dream of doing….Read books.Completed a 1000 piece puzzle.Solved a murder mystery.Did some painting.Played some backyard cricket.Played another backyard skittle like game.Played guitar and sang.Just up the road had some laughs on the flying fox!Connected with family. Togetherness xxEasy walk to township for coffee. Newsagents staff were delightful and so patient with my elderly Mum. Fabulous butcher - highly recommend the lamb ( happily made best friends with our two dogs), IGA has all you need. Pharmacy also didn’t disappoint for some take home gifts.Well fenced property for dogs.2 very hot days/ nights 40 plus - air conditioned main room and bedrooms - we were all very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

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