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One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 563 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tyabb, VIC
  • B'Darra Estate Vinyard
    4 min drive
  • Karrawingi Park
    5 min drive
  • Barmah Park Wines
    6 min drive
  • Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)
    30 min drive

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About the area

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne (Tyabb), this cottage is within a 5-minute drive of Rm Hooper Oval and Bittern Bushland Reserve. .This family-friendly cottage is 2 mi (3.3 km) from B'Darra Estate Vinyard and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Karrawingi Park.

What's nearby

  • Mornington Racecourse - 8 min drive
  • Dromana Estate Winery - 9 min drive
  • Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park - 12 min drive
  • Martha Cove - 15 min drive
  • Stony Point Rd Ferry Terminal - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Tyabb Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings Creek Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula

Country Cottage 12 minutes from Mornington Peninsulas' spectacular beaches. Our private self-contained cottages are surrounded by fields of grazing horses. Set on 10 picturesque acres at the gateway to the stunning Mornington Peninsula, Wilindi Estate is the perfect place to relax and get a taste of peaceful farm life. Wake up to the sounds of the country on our beautiful property, feeling assured our welcome is the start of relaxing and special time @ Herd Harmony & Wilindi Estate

Maple Cottage @Wilindi Estate is a 2-bedroom cottage, with its own private, fenced garden. Interiors have been curated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique farm furnishings. The cosy living area with garden views includes a fully equipped kitchenette with bench top oven and dishwasher.

The stylish master bedroom boasts a tall raked ceiling providing a spacious ambiance. A unique, porthole window also doubles as a reading seat where you can while away the hours enjoying the view of the property. A plush velvet queen bed adds a touch of luxury. The second bedroom offers a bunk bed to sleep two. The pièce de résistance is the stunning privately hedged terrace, offering an outdoor barbecue and beautiful sunsets all year round.

Herd Harmony equine rescue operates from Wilindi Estate, your booking fees go toward the rescue and rehabilitation of neglected, abused and abandoned horses.....my herd says thank you for your support.

If you are on FB or Insta, please like and follow Herd Harmony and Wilindi Estate before arrival, and you'll feel right at home when you meet the horses.

FUN FARM TOUR
Get close and personal with our rescue farm animals, you will be able to;
* Meet our horses & hear their rescue stories
* Meet or newest residents Wilbur the PIG & Tim and Tam our goats
* Groom a pony & learn about their care
* Lead Bunny & Valentine, our adorable mini ponies, through an obstacle course
* Collect our chickens eggs (and keep them!)

For a small donation to Herd Harmony Equine Rescue, you and your children will share unforgettable memories.

COOKING FACILITIES
Due to council restriction we do not have built-in cooking facilities, but we do have alternatives for any meal you are planning to cook!

• Large electric frypan
• Fry pan, saucepans
• Benchtop oven
• Webber BBQ
• Toaster
• Double electric hob
• Slow cooker
• Casserole and oven dishes
• Microwave
• Waffle Maker

The shared pool is such a special place and is solar heated all-year-round. If the outside temperature is below 25 or there hasn't been allot of sun, solar heating is usually not enough for a comfortable swim. We can use the electrical heating and the additional charge is $30 PER DAY to guarantee a heated pool from 26-32 degrees. If this sounds like something you'd like, please book at least 7 days in advance as the heating will de turned on 48 hours before your arrival.

WEDDING PARTIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, EXTRA VISITORS:

We enjoy hosting brides-to-be and love the photos that are taken, but there are some things to note;

• Use of our property for wedding photos or any photo shoots costs $150 for up to 2 hours

• There are a maximum of 10 additional visitors allowed including photographer, hair/makeup, videographer

• Guests names and vehicle license plates must be registered with Wilindi Estate owner via email

• There are 3 additional cars allowed on the property only

• Extra guests must ask permission to use the facilities including, but not limited to, pool, play equipment, barn

• Extra guests are not allowed to interact with the animals

• The booked guest is responsible for their additional guests and will be responsible for any damage caused.

• Extra rubbish generated (wrapping paper/boxes) must be removed from the property by the booked guest


Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this cottage include an arcade/game room, barbecue grills, and babysitting service.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Miriam Heatherich

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 678 sq ft (63 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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

This property does not have elevators

One of a kind - FarmStay 'Maple Cottage' on Melbournes' Mornington Peninsula Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous hideaway
Tasteful and thoughtfully fitted out cabin set in one one corner of a gorgeous equestrian estate that took us straight back to a much treasured holiday we once spent in France.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trang L.

Liked: Cleanliness
farm stay getaway
this private little farm stay getaway was the perfect little retreat for our family, was nice and quiet which is always nice. beautiful well maintained cottage just felt like home. the weather was up and down with rain and a few overnight storms, but Miriam was nice to still warm the pool for us and enjoyed the pool very much. we are definitely be back for a summer staycation down the track! keep up the beautiful work Miriam hope to see you and your family soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
We had a good stay at this b&b.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular, relaxing and easy
The most spectacular and easy going family holiday I have been on. The host, Miriam continued to go above and beyond. Very welcoming and involving. We got to choose how involved we wanted to be or not. Each morning she took us though her rescue horse property and explained what she does. The kids got to pat, walk and brush the horse. Absolutely amazing experience for the kids. Highly recommend it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property Perfect Farm Stay Getaway
I enjoyed a peaceful 3 days at this beautiful property, with tranquil surrounds and pristine, faultless amenities. The cottages were well placed to provide privacy while remaining within a minutes walk to the paddocks and rescued animals who live a truly blessed life here with Miriam as their custodian. Manicured lawns and hedgerows, a poplar-lined driveway entry from a story book, inquisitive roaming chickens, Chilli the dog greeting you with a wag and the choice to be included in some of the care of Miriam's stable of rescued horses all added to the relaxing experience, giving a feeling that you were completely taken away from your usual daily grind into a quiet, little cocoon of rural life. Miriam is the perfect host. Her passion for the care of her animals and obvious love of nature and genuine desire to make you feel welcome was on another level! Really can't recommend this property highly enough. Thanks Miriam.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dijana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
We had the best time here. The cottages were so wonderful and clean. The farm itself was so beautiful and relaxing. Miriam gave us a tour of the farm, we got to meet the farm animals which was so exciting. She was so wonderful! Will definitely be coming back here, that’s for sure :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect luxury farm stay
My family loved our stay here, with the friendly hosts ready to get us involved in any farm activities available. The heated pool was a big plus and the cabin was first class. A lovely little property we will definitely go back to!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Fabulous!
The cottage is the perfect distance from Melbourne with kids for a weekend getaway. The outdoor pool is bliss and the horses and chickens a very big hit. The clean and modern cottages have everything you need and nearby Tyabb and Balnarring have some good eateries if you're sick of cooking. Miriam and her children are so friendly and welcoming. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway!
Will be back! Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow 10/10
Wow what an amazing stay. Miriam the host made you feel like family. An incredible property and a wonderful experience. We will definitely be coming back. The cottages are private and luxurious. We went for our honey moon and it was absolutely divine. Thank you so much Miriam!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sushmita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place soo close to the city
Very relaxing and mesmerising. Miriam was the perfect host and the property is breathtaking. Will definitely go back again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Miriam and her daughters made us feel so very welcome and went over and above being a host! The grounds itself are amazing and the cottages are beautiful and comfortable! Would come back here for sure Brad, Mel, Archie and Raffey
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vasilios (Bill) P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Enjoyed our stay, would definitely come back. Great accomodation, friendly and helpful host. Beautiful horses.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
We had the most wonderful long weekend stay at Maple Cottage! The property is beautiful and so well maintained. The cottage is brand new, with everything you need for a really comfortable stay, including high quality bedding and linen. They have literally thought of everything, including milk, coffee pods, mozzie spray, sunscreen, shampoo, conditioner, body wash! The solar heated pool was an added bonus, clean and so refreshing! We have never felt so welcome during a BNB stay, Miriam and her gorgeous girls were so lovely and we learnt so much from them about farm life and rescuing horses. Our girls (6yo and 4yo) loved the opportunity to feed the chickens and collect some eggs. We feel so privileged to have been able to spend time at this beautiful Estate. We will definitely be back for a stay very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing place!
The cottage was beautifully designed and the estate was pure bliss! The host, Miriam, was incredibly hospitable and so welcoming. Her complimentary tour of the farm was a real insight into what farm life is really like and the incredible work she does to rescue horses. Great place for kids, with lots of outdoor games provided and of course the swimming pool! Definitely recommend this property for a true nature experience. Thanks Miriam.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Farm Stay
Our family had a wonderful relaxing time. The cottage is beautifully furnished and prepared with care. All your essentials are provided from coffee pods for the coffee machine to sunscreen and flyspray. The swimming pool is lovely, surrounded with plenty of shade and relaxing sunchairs. There is even a herb garden for visitors to make use of. The highlight for our family was learning about and helping to care for the horses. Miriam and her team went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was enjoyable and memorable. We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

NIcole K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodation and location
The stay and overall experience was very comfortable and enjoyable. The place was gorgeous, lots of space, family friendly and quiet. The opportunity to spend time and learn about the horses was amazing and we cant wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss seaside/country hideaway
We had the most wonderful first family getaway at Wilindi Estate. Miriam was a very accommodating host always making sure we were comfortable showing us around her property and introducing us to her rescue horses. Our cottage was well equipped with all the necessities, a fantastic backyard for our little one to run around and play, collecting freshly laid eggs each day and the cherry on top was the stunning pool that we spent most of our days next to cooling off. Thanks for the memories we got to make at your beautiful place Miriam and team! We hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021