Bonnie's Talbot

Escape the hustle and bustle to enjoy some quiet time in the historic town of Talbot situated in the Central Goldfields region. While slow pace and solitude can be enjoyed, Bonnie is a great base to discover all there is on offer around the region, whether that be long bush walks, gold fossicking or some cellar door tasting in the local wine regions. Lovingly restored, featuring all the “mod cons” to make your stay comfortable whether it be for just a couple of nights or longer. The space “Bonnie” is an ode to the former owner of the cottage who called the historic township of Talbot home for over 50 years. The cottage has two double bedrooms, one with queen size bed, and beautiful linen has been used to dress both of beds. A cosy setting with efficient heating and cooling systems as well as a combustion fire box for extra warmth and ambiance during the chilly Winter months. There are also ceiling fans fitted in the bedrooms and kitchen/living area. The front of the home is able to be closed off to enjoy a more snug feel if there is just one or two guests. The kitchen is well equipped for guests who like cooking and meals can be enjoyed at the kitchen table, central island bench or “al fresco” at the large stone refectory table. The “moody” and spacious bathroom features a restored cast metal claw foot bath as well as walk-in shower and “Euro” laundry with front loading washing machine. The convenience of keyless entry with an individual access code provided prior to check-in for your added security is also a great feature. Guest access Bonnie's is all yours during the stay. Talbot is a small town which has a pub, post office, café and a few retail shops like books stores, antiques, to name a few. Proudly an inclusive environment and all guests of any background or community are welcome here into a safe space. However, it does have a “step up” bathroom so may not be suitable for people with limited mobility. Feel free to use the garden/courtyard area to enjoy a morning cuppa or some nibbles and a glass of wine from the region, under the vine draped arbour. Most of the time the surrounds are very quiet and peaceful however, the town is abuzz the 3rd Sunday of every month with the Talbot Farmers and Town Hall Markets which draws a large crowd of shoppers and traders. Other things to note Smoking is not permitted at Bonnie's. The pantry is stocked with locally ground coffee suitable for a plunger, Nespresso machine and tea, both black herbal as well as other larder basics. Private onsite parking. An access code will be provided closer to the date of arrival. Guests find it hard to leave once they settle in, so we recommend doing a shop before coming either in Creswick or Clunes which both have IGA Supermarkets or in Ballarat which does have more choice, depending in which routing is taken. Most of the large supermarkets can also be found just a 10 minute drive away, in Maryborough. The Talbot Post Office operates 7 days a week (limited hours on weekends/public holidays) and does have basic grocery items, takeaway food and coffee. We have an enhanced cleaning procedure in place to help protect both our guests and staff. Please contact us should you have any further questions and we hope to welcome you soon.