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The White Church is a stylish, comfortable & quietly luxurious escape. Located at Avoca in the heart of Victoria’s Pyrenees Wine Region, this thoughtful restoration combines modern comfort with stunning original details in a space created for true relaxation. Soak in the huge bath tub, toast marshmallows around the fire pit or stargaze with a glass of the region’s local wine in hand. While this is an idyllic & romantic retreat for couples a sofa bed is available for bookings of 3 or more guests. The space Perfect for slow weekends, long dinners and memorable escapes, this luxury church stay in Victoria’s Pyrenees wine region invites guests to unwind, reconnect, indulge a little and enjoy the slower pace of country life. Whether you're enjoying a glass of local Pyrenees wine, preparing dinner in the kitchen, or simply curling up with a book, the space encourages you to settle in and stay awhile. Located two blocks from Avoca’s character-filled main street, The White Church has been carefully restored and reimagined as a unique and truly memorable boutique accommodation destination. Ideal for a romantic getaway or a weekend with close friends, The Church offers a peaceful base to experience the charm of regional Victoria. Inside The White Church the open plan living space invites long conversations, slow mornings and relaxed evenings. Natural light pours through the tall windows, highlighting the original architectural details that give the building its distinctive atmosphere that is both striking and deeply calming. Natural textures, comfortable furnishings and thoughtful touches create a space that encourages you to slow down and settle in. This uncluttered yet cosy design features a full kitchen and dining area, generous living room and a comfortable queen-sized bed (while a second sofa bed is available for groups of three guests or more). A luxurious bathroom adjoins the main living space and features a huge bathtub designed for long, indulgent soaks. Outside, a communal firepit area is available for guests to relax into the evenings and to gaze up at starry skies. From this location, enjoy a short stroll to the Avoca’s cafés, a popular pub, quaint shops, an outdoor swimming pool and the sprawling Avoca river flat parkland – perfect for a picnic under the ancient river red gums. Guests are also perfectly positioned to explore the acclaimed wineries of the Pyrenees region, which are located just a short drive away at Avoca, Moonambel, Redbank and beyond (further details below). For the more adventurous, the Pyrenees forest boasts many great walking tracks meandering through the hills and located just 10 minutes’ drive from town. The character of the original building has been carefully preserved, while modern touches ensure a stay that feels comfortable, stylish and effortless. We welcome enquiries for bespoke events, micro-weddings and styled shoots. This is one of many country churches in the region with a fascinating history. The White Church adjoins Avoca’s original Presbyterian Church (also available to welcome guests soon) and the building – once abandoned – was relocated to the site in 1938. In more recent times both buildings have been meticulously renovated, with the process being documented over a period of several years. While we have future plans to install an indoor wood heater in this space, it is currently not operational as we work through the installation process. In the interim, electric heating and cooling is available to ensure that your stay is as comfortable and relaxing as possible. The White Church adjoins the original Presbyterian Church (coming soon to Airbnb) and as such other guests may be on site during your stay, most notably in the shared communal firepit area. Each Church has its own private entranceway, making for a perfectly private retreat. TRAVEL TIMES Avoca is surrounded by idyllic towns and destinations to visit during your stay. Please see below for travel times to some key local destinations. We love this region and have plenty of recommendations for things to do – these can all be found in our Local Guidebook attached to this Airbnb listing. Local Towns; Moonambel – 15 minutes Redbank – 16 minutes Learmonth – 33 minutes Ararat – 44 minutes Maryborough – 20 minutes Ballarat – 55 minutes Halls Gap – 1 hour, 20 minutes Wineries (some of our favourites); Blue Pyrenees Estate (Avoca) – 9 minutes Mount Avoca (Avoca) – 10 minutes Summerfield Wines (Moonambel) – 15 minutes Bigibila (Moonambel) – 18 minutes Taltarni (Moonambel) – 21 minutes Dalwhinnie (Moonambel) – 23 minutes Wayward Winery (Waubra) – 24 minutes ACCESSIBILITY DETAILS The White Church is accessed by a gravel path leading to a concrete ramp which extends up to the main doorway. Here there this is a small step to access the inside space. The open plan living and adjoining bathroom are step-free and doorways are wider than 80cm, however there are no grab rails in the bathroom. FIRE RESTRICTIONS While there is no better way to enjoy a country evening than around the fire pit, its use is subject to fire restriction guidelines at the time of your stay. The fire pit cannot be used on days of high fire danger or during a total fire ban. During the fire restriction period, it may only be used when winds are less than 10 km/h (a gentle breeze) and must not be left burning unsupervised. Please see more information regarding fire restrictions on the CFA website. Guest access The entire White Church is a private space which is yours to enjoy. The building adjoins the original Presbyterian Church (coming soon to Airbnb) and as such other guests may be on site during your stay, most notably in the shared communal firepit area. Each Church has its own private entranceway, making for a perfectly private retreat. Other things to note The White Church is a relaxing space to unwind and disconnect. While the kitchen and dining area is perfectly equipped for a sensational dinner, late night conversation and a card game or two, outside guests are not permitted to join you without prior approval (please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions in relation to this). There is also a strict no parties policy. Any damages incurred as a result of such events will need to be paid in full by the person responsible for the booking. Many thanks in advance for your understanding.