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Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
Escape to Timbarra Hideaway, a charming retreat nestled in the East Gippsland Mountains. Warm and welcoming with beautiful hand-rendered walls, this straw bale house features comfortable beds, furnishings and a large deck facing the river. Unwind by the wood heater or explore your creative side through painting or photography.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom678 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a patio. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and an electric kettle.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not allowed in the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 678 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash and put any used dishes and cooking equipment away. DO NOT turn off fridge.
Turn gas bottle off after using the gas barbecue.
You are on a farm so make sure all gates are closed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed in the house.

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Timbarra Hideaway - the Perfect Retreat Buchan
220496
Timbarra Hideaway - the Perfect Retreat Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Buchan, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Timbarra River South Nature Conservation Reserve and Green Hills Nature Conservation Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Timbarra River South Nature Conservation Reserve - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Buchan Caves Reserve - 59 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Buchan Caves - 59 min drive - 43.0 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Timbarra River South Nature Conservation Reserve and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Green Hills Nature Conservation Reserve. Mount Stewart Natural Features and Scenic Reserve and Mount Stewart Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Timbarra Hideaway - the perfect retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

4 day stay

Was so good! Really enjoyed the stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Goran G.

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

Lovely place to relax

We enjoyed our stay,had everything you need. Great location for a relaxing couple of days. For those who really want to get away from hustle and bustle of city life this is the spot. Joy is a great host, great communication. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Highly recommended

Really enjoyed meeting Joy and Jeff, they talked about their experience of building a straw bale house. Lovely house with artistic details and a calm, tranquil feeling. Beautiful location by the Timbarra river. So quiet and peaceful, this place was all I had hoped for, and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patreece T.

Back to basics enjoying the quieter life.

Joy is a lovely welcoming host . The house is quaint and cosy . The perfect spot to get away from the daily grind . Heaps of games to play , enjoyed relaxing in front of the cosy fire . Take a stroll along the river and enjoy the fresh air . We’ll definatkey be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Awesome house

The house is amazing. It has to be seen to appreciate the talent of the builders who are also the owners. It has some quaint qualities, like the woodfire stove and oven. It was very cold when we were there but because the house is so well insulated the fire kept the house cozy. We visited the Buchan Caves, which are beautiful, and saw the waterfall, which is pristine, and hiked to the top of the Lookout, a great cardio workout. It is definitely worth visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aggie C.

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

Country stay with amazing views

Amazing country stay with fully contained old school cottage with exceptional views of surrounds and river. The cottage is extremely comfortable and clean, having everything we needed for our stay. The Woodfre stove was easy and fun to cook on. The nature loo surprisingly was very pleasant to our surprise. The views through each window was sensational. With an extra treat seeing the cows come right up to the fence line. The hosts were very welcoming and thoughtful. We were very appreciative of the acceptance of our additional special guests. The only downside is that the pictures online did not give this place a true representation of how amazing everything is. Well done to the hosts for presenting such a fabulous cottage. All the little details to find made this place even more special.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya N.

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

A cosy well appointed property nestled within beautiful surrounds

This is a truely unique property. It is simple and yet well appointed. Practical and cosy. It allows a break from the hectic pace of life. The surrounding countryside is stunning and there is so much to do in the area - exploring local caves, hiking, 4 wheel driving as well as gentle strolls, sitting by the river and reading.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond W.

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

Relaxing bale house

Property is just perfect for those who wish to destress from life's busy schedule & all those electronic devises. What more could you ask for a beautiful cabin by the creek with no neighbours in sight. Even though there are people in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Great Weekend

Had an awesome time away with such peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Flora C.

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

Quite, remote country house with old style ovan, straw mud walk.

Good experience of country living. convenient to reach the 4 -wheels tracks of nearby area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

GLENN S.

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

Eco relaxation

A spacious and very clean property that is located perfectly just yards from the Timbarra River and blends in well with the natural bush setting. Timbarra Hideaway has been built in a very eco friendly manner and has little, if any, negative impact on the local wildlife. In fact the wildlife is all around and adds to the overall relaxing experience. Good solar power and excellent, clean and thoughtful facilities throughout. Easy to find and within driving distance of many natural beauty spots. Joy was an excellent and caring host and this added to the overall excellent experience that we had. Thank you.