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A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors

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Relax on the covered porch with a bench and table, or fire up the barbecue grill for a meal.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove and oven, dining area with a table and chairs.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with an oven, stovetop, and coffee maker.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a tiled deck and comfortable Adirondack chairs.
Surrounded by a serene grassy field and hill, this property features a rustic wooden fence with a charming entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$622
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors

The Cottage @ Omaroo High Country Retreat is a peaceful and idyllic getaway destination, located in the heart of Mansfield Shire. Surrounded by five acres of stunning landscapes, the cottage offers breathtaking views of the Strathbogie Ranges and the High Country farming region of Bonnie Doon. This magnificent retreat is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, and provides a tranquil and rejuvenating experience for all who visit.

Omaroo High Country Retreat is conveniently located just minutes from Lake Eildon, the Great Victorian Rail Trail, and within easy reach of Mount Buller. This makes it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts, who can enjoy a variety of activities such as fishing, boating, cycling, and skiing. The Great Victorian Rail Trail, a popular bike path that offers a scenic and leisurely route through picturesque rural towns and the stunning countryside of the High Country.

The retreat's location in Mansfield Shire also makes it an excellent base from which to explore the local area. Mansfield, only 15 minutes away, is home to a variety of great restaurants and cafes, offering the best of local produce for visitors to enjoy. The town is known for its friendly locals and laid-back lifestyle, and is a great place to relax and soak up the local culture.

The cottage itself is designed to provide a comfortable and cozy environment for guests. It is a beautiful, country-style dwelling, surrounded by tranquil gardens and natural bushland. The interior of the cottage is warm and inviting, with spacious rooms and modern amenities, such as a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge and dining areas, and a large bathroom. The cottage also has a spacious deck, perfect for enjoying a coffee or a glass of wine while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The sounds of the native birds and frogs serenade guests at Omaroo High Country Retreat, making it a truly unique and peaceful environment. The retreat's Indigenous name, Omaroo, meaning beautiful view, perfectly encapsulates the experience that visitors can expect. The surroundings are peaceful and quiet, making it the perfect place to unwind and escape the stresses of daily life.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a peaceful escape from the city, Omaroo High Country Retreat is the perfect destination. With its breathtaking views, tranquil surroundings, and comfortable and well-appointed cottage, guests are guaranteed an unforgettable and rejuvenating experience. So, if you're looking to escape to the beautiful High Country, book your stay at The Cottage @ Omaroo High Country Retreat today!

Property manager

Keren Southgate

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 646 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Cottage @ Omaroo High Country Retreat
The Cottage Pet Family Friendly Free Wi Fi
The Cottage Pet & Family Friendly Rural Retreat Cottage
The Cottage Pet & Family Friendly Rural Retreat Bonnie Doon
263715

About the area

Map
Bonnie Doon, VIC

What's nearby

  • Maintongoon G49 Bushland Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mansfield Racecourse - 24 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail - 27 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Nillahcootie Estate - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Tallangallook Bushland Reserve - 29 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪BONNIE DOON CENTRAL ROADHOUSE Licensed SuperMart/Newsagency/The Castle Ski Hire - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bottlemart Express - Bonnie Doon Central - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Les Amis - Boulangerie & Brasserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Melz Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bonnie Doon Hotel Motel Lakeland Resort Conference Centre - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors?

As of 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$622.28, 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.

What time is check-in at A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A perfect escape for couples & families & seniors located?

This family-friendly Bonnie Doon cottage is located on a lake, 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Maintongoon G49 Bushland Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Maintongoon G105 Bushland Reserve and Maindample park. Merton G104 Bushland Reserve and Tallangallook Bushland Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Pet friendly rural escape for couples & families Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Perfect snow weekend

What a beautiful weekend stay to have my young children experience the snow for the first time. Check in was simple, the accommodation was very comfortable and clean, and the surrounding flora and fauna topped off a great weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Amazing

What an amazing place to stay. We were able to take our dog with us. Keren is a wonderful host that provides the right amount of service and privacy. Highly recommend. The bed was so comfy, clean with beautiful linen. Everything was spotless. Great kitchen and BBQ for meals. The pool was a great addition. Just sorry we hadn't booked for longer. Definitely will next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S., Melbourne, Australia

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

How's the serenity!!

No, serious. This property is amazing and just so relaxing. The verandah is lovely and cool and just nice to sit back and enjoy the views. The cottage itself is gorgeous, so equipt with everything you need and very clean. The bonus was the pool. Our family and dog all loved our time at Omaroo and were quite sad our time had come to an end. Book it, you won't regret it. Keren and Jon are perfect hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Tanji C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely getaway

Lovely getaway however we did not realize we would not have total privacy. The cottage is directly next to the owners and the pool and front area was shared. House was clean, great TV and beautiful scenery Would have liked more privacy , not a criticism of the owners however I was under the impression all Stayz accomodation was private and not AirB&B
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

prakash n.

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

Excellent

Very peaceful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise C.

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

Beautiful, peaceful cottage for the family and pet

We were well looked after by the owners who encouraged us to raid the kitchen garden, have a swim in the pool, and explore the surroundings. Both Keren and Jon were friendly and responsive to any questions. Our dog had plenty of space to roam, however we did keep her on a lead. There was a secure shaded space underneath the cubby house to keep her whilst we were out exploring the rail trail. The kitchen was well equipt and furnishings comfortable. We had a delightful Easter and would love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

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

Beautiful property in relaxing location. Great weekend getaway.

Really enjoyable experience at Omaroo Country Retreat. Keren the host was easy to communicate with and answered all questions prior to arrival. The property is the perfect example of a country getaway with its beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

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

Luxury short break

My family enjoyed exceptional hospitality in a newly renovated property with excellent amenities and stunning views. The pool was a stand out feature for us and the hosts made the stay extra special.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hengvy M.

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

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️stars cottage !!!!!

In short, money well spent and just special mentioned about the set up inside is absolutely delightful !!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susie R.

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

Beautifully relaxing country retreat!

A wonderfully appointed farmhouse cottage with all the amenities you need. I love to cook and I had access to everything I needed. Luxury bed linen and towels were fab, and additional trundle bed in the living area was great for extra guests. The swimming pool was a real highlight and where we spent a lot of our time. On rainy days there is a spacious cubby house for the kids to play and plenty of board games to keep the family occupied. The hosts are a warm friendly couple who are extremely responsive to all queries and are genuinely invested in you enjoying your stay. We would certainly recommend to others and hope to get back for another break soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham Smith

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

Excellent pool, great hosts

We had a great time at the property. The pool was even nicer than expected and the cottage was really well presented, clean and full of games etc. We even made friends with a little deer that sometimes roams the grounds outside. The hosts were very friendly but also allowed us the privacy and space to enjoy the holiday. Don't hesitate to book!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jess M.

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

Beyond expectation!

The place was well above our expectation! Highly recommoned this place! The host were lovely and very welcoming! Will sure to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anoop Idichandy A.

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

Omaroo indeed.....

A much deserved break for the family post COVID and what a one at that! Keren is an amazing host and responds to any issue ASAP Spectacular views, great safe pool, lots of exploring by our four legged family member...five stars all the way!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon O.

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

Amazing location, beautiful property and fantastic hosts! Highly recommend for family breaks!

Arriving at the property it was clear we made a great decision. Beautiful location, wonderful property, amazing views and awesome hosts. Our whole stay Jon & Karen couldn’t do anything more to make sure our stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helena N.

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

Great, spacious getaway

My husband and I and three dogs stayed at this property in September. As we needed to study/work, we were looking for something with good internet connection, and with 3 dogs we were looking for a spacious property so the dogs could run around. This cottage provided us with everything we needed. Upon arrival we were welcomed with some lovely refreshments - fresh milk and eggs in the fridge and home baked cookies. Keren showed us around and was very friendly, but also gave us enough privacy during the rest of our stay. The house is spacious and immaculate (has recently been renovated). Kitchen was more than complete, with everything you can wish for. Beds comfortable. Outside area with heater and freedom to explore the entire property and a good walk up the hill with our dogs. We enjoyed several picnics with our dogs in the paddock. 20 min drive to Mansfield, right next to the rail trail. Absolutely recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020