Wombat Lodge: peaceful bush getaway

Set on 3 acres and backing directly onto the Wombat State Forest this 5BR country home provides the perfect escape into the peace and quiet of beautiful bush surrounds and only 45 minutes from the Balti Bridge in Melbourne. This place is perfect for 1 or 2 families wanting a holiday escape, bush walkers / trail runners & other outdoor adventurers or bird watchers and artists seeking peace and quiet. Wood fire to relax by and huge deck with stunning views the house can be enjoyed all year round. The space With stunning views, a huge deck to sit and relax on as well as walking tracks leading out from the property you may not even want to leave the grounds during your stay, but if you do there is so much to do in the area no holiday would be long enough! This house has 5 bedrooms (one currently with a cot only), 2 ensuite bathrooms plus a separate toilet and spa bath, two huge open plan living areas (one with a wood fire and tv/dvd player) so there is plenty of room for everyone to relax in. You will find the kitchen full equipped with everything we think you might need. There is a microwave and dishwasher to make life simple as well as a washing machine and dryer in the laundry should you need it. Coffee machine is an Aldi pod machine and milk frother. The huge pantry will be well stocked of most essentials you are welcome to use also. For families with children we have plenty of toys, books and dvds to entertain them but there is loads for them to enjoy out in the fresh air also. Kangaroos, wombats, rabbits & kookaburras all visit the property with the sounds of nature virtually all you will hear. There are some nice easy walking tracks around the property and out the back gate for young children to enjoy as well as more tracks throughout the State Forest for those who want to go further afield. These are great for trail running and walking. The house is easy to find and only 45mins drive from the Balti Bridge if coming from Melbourne and easy drive from Melbourne airport also only around 45mins. Once here its an lovely drive to many stunning country towns: 5mins into historic Blackwood with great river walks, awesome cafe and pub, 5 mins to Greendale which has a great country pub, 15mins to Trentham, 15mins to Ballan, 30 mins to Daylesford, Woodend and Kyneton. Other things to note Please note that this is a beautiful quiet area so be mindful of the native animals and neighbours and don't make excessive noise We do have wifi but there is not loads of phone reception in the house. Otherwise you can use the wifi to make calls you just need to set your phone to use wifi for calls. The internet is good enough for home schooling and working from home. You are very welcome to bring your dog but do let us know so we can accommodate them. The property itself isnt fenced in but there is a small side area which is secure for those dogs who may roam away from the house. The driveway is quite steep down to the house so we would recommend you take it slowly when wet if you don't have a 4WD. Bed linen will all be provided but please bring your own bath towels. No big groups unless by prior arrangement and absolutely no parties. Min of 2 nights stay Guest numbers MUST be accurate in the booking with contact names provided (drivers license also).