House in Warburton, VIC

Sleepy Wombat Cottage

Sleepy Wombat Cottage

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Room
Private kitchen

Overview of Sleepy Wombat Cottage

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Warburton, VIC
  • Popular LocationYarra River Walk5 min walk
  • Popular LocationRedwood Forest11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMount Donna Buang19 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sleepy Wombat Cottage

Sleepy Wombat Cottage is a fully self-contained forest retreat, yet is only minutes away from the vibrant village of Warburton. The riverside township bustles with cafe's and quirky shops and is host to a delightful range of festivals from comedy, film, harmony, music and many more.

The romantic spa cottage provides all the cosy comforts for a relaxing getaway. Recline on the sofa in front of a crackling wood fire or sit outside on a balmy summer evening listening to the wildlife or feeding the birds.

For the more active minded the cottage is perfectly located close to the Warburton river walk or a few minutes drive to the rainforest galary and Mount Donna Buang itself. Literally at the bottom of the hill is the locally renowned COG cafe where you can hire bikes to explore the Warburton to Lilydale rail trail. Golf and tennis are also within a stones throw.

Please note: Long (700m), fairly steep & windy gravel driveway, safe for all standard vehicles.

While currently require a 2-night minimum stay to maintain COVID-safe cleaning practices, however, you are welcome to inquire for single night stays for mid-week bookings.

Eco-friendly sustainable environment

We aim to maintain the surrounding forest as a haven for wildlife. The property is fully sustainable for water and uses 100% green electricity. We ask that you respect the environment and minimise your footprint.

The property supports permaculture styled local produce growing and there is a small orchard being developed behind the cottage.

The cottage is not suitable for young children as there is an unfenced dam on the property and in wintertime the wood fire is a risk to small fingers. Babies may however be accommodated and a port-a-cot is available on request.


A few home comforts

The cupboards are well stocked with a selection of teas, coffee (& coffee pod machine) and cooking condiments. Milk will be in the fridge for your arrival.

Stay 2 nights or more receive a complimentary $20 voucher for use at either Mountain Tucker food van or 3383 cafe to help support our local businesses (no refund if they happen to be closed!!)

Ample firewood is available to top up the basket should you need it for the wood fire or outside brazier during winter stays.

Picnic basket and rug are ready for you to take on your outings.

Deciding on activities is made easy with information on local attractions, maps, menus, bike hire, tours and event calendar available.

Torches are also on hand for night-time possum or koala spotting or to guide you up the track from a night out in the village.

Please note there is no wifi at the Cottage but generally good reception across mobile carriers for hot spotting.

Property manager

Hazel Clothier
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
Unsuitable for children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly no pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

This cottage is located in Warburton, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, and is in a rural area and next to a golf course. TarraWarra Museum of Art and Healesville Glassblowing Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yarra River Walk and O'Shannassy Trail. Blue Lotus Water Garden and Warburton Rainforest Gallery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Yarra River Walk - 5 min walk
  • O'Shannassy Trail - 4 min drive
  • Redwood Forest - 11 min drive
  • Mount Donna Buang - 19 min drive
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 39 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cunninghams Hotel - 10 min drive
  • The Warburton Hotel Wesburn - Bar & Bistro - 6 min drive
  • River View Cafe.Bar.Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • Home Hotel - 11 min drive
  • Three Sugars Cafe - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleepy Wombat Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sleepy Wombat Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleepy Wombat Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sleepy Wombat Cottage located?

Located in Warburton, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Yarra River Walk and Warburton Bushland Reserve. Yarra Ranges National Park and O'Shannassy Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, but some maintenance would be good
This stay has such a potential (e.g. close to Melbourne and nearby town, yet secluded enough among forest), but pity looks a bit neglected. The mosquito mesh door was hanging on a one top hinge only, the sofa cover was stained and need a wash for a long time etc. These small issues should be easy to address and this can make staying in the cottage more pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lilian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil weekend away
Thank you for the wonderful stay! It was the perfect spot for a weekend get away. So peaceful and calm with the sounds of nature all around. Warburton is a charming town and we particularly enjoyed the walks in the surrounding mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing private
was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Elyse R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
We enjoyed our stay, gorgeous rustic cottage with everything we needed. Secluded but close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/5 Good

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely recommend
We had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hazel Clothier

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We are a family of 4 with 2 dogs (spoodles), 2 cats and 3 alpacas! I am Captain of the local fire brigade (so I apologise in advance if you here me going out at strange times!) and love supporting the community of Waburton!

Why they chose this property

Just a great place to get away and be in the heart of the bush, yet only minutes from a cute and friendly village - best of both worlds!
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