Title: Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! Family-friendly cottage in Melbourne with a hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583400/32583333/0f56c6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583400/32583333/77e32281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583400/32583333/c3da94bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583400/32583333/w1179h874x0y8-8f49f39e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583400/32583333/740b217a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Hoddles Hideaway, a secluded farmstay nestled between bush and green fields. Unwind in the spa bath, cook a BBQ while watching the sunset over the ranges or spend your days exploring 40 acres of private land. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61938 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! Only 1 3/4 hours drive from Melbourne CBD, your fully self-contained private 2-Bedroom cottage nestled between bush and green fields awaits you. You are free to explore our 40 acres, meet our friendly sheep alpacas, pigs, chooks and cows. Children love helping feed them and collect fresh eggs. You can leave your busy city life behind you. Spend the days bush walking, riding Puffing Billy, grape grazing at local wineries, cycling, even snow playing in winter.. then relax and unwind in the spa bath, cook a BBQ whilst watching a spectacular sunset over the ranges. Bird watching from the deck is a favorite activity with an array of birdlife, including lyrebirds and bower birds and many more. NB: Many accommodation places have several cottages-we only have ONE! - so peace and privacy is guaranteed. Once the stars are out in the clear country sky, the wildlife is active. Wombats, koalas, lyrebirds, kangaroos and bandicoots are some of the animals you'll spot at Hoddles Hideaway. no noise, no neighbours, just peace and quiet. Hoddles Hideaway: Gembrook Farmstay 40 acres of peace/privacy. Blissfully quiet. \*Breakfast can be provided by prior request\* ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycles - Farming classes - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycles - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Farming classes - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,938 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34350000/34344600/34344589/724ed89a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ada Cottage - Warburton, Yarra Valley Warburton - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 122 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=34344589&PinnedHotelID=34344589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629169/3fe12210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Cattle Creek Estate Seville - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 144 reviews CA $173 CA $191 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=9629169&PinnedHotelID=9629169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95080000/95074900/95074854/7ed8c21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Violet's Cottage, 5 Minute Walk to the Heart of Emerald and Puffing Billy! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Cup Weekend, minimum 4 night stay No loud Music to be played It can be used by the confirmed guests only. Additional visitors are not permitted without prior approval from the owner. You may be asked for a photo id, details about your group and purpose of your trip. Booking may be cancelled if any of the above info is not provided ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Hoddleshideaway farmstay40 Acres of Peace/privacy Hoddles Hideaway Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy Hoddles Hideaway , Farmstay 40 Acres of Peace/privacy Melbourne 107556 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.87534%2C145.62230&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zFHXmCGOAktkbRbecwMWQiGal3A=) Gembrook, VIC #### What's nearby - Bulong Estate - 28 min drive - 21.6 km - Healesville Sanctuary - 39 min drive - 39.0 km - Puffing Billy Steam Train - 48 min drive - 40.8 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 55 min drive - 45.7 km - Mount Donna Buang - 55 min drive - 53.7 km #### Getting around - Cockatoo Station - 26 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 100 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Moonfire Pit - ‬26 min drive - ‪Gembrook Hill Vineyard - ‬15 min drive - ‪Forest Edge - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful 40-acre Gembrook Farmstay & Sanctuary - Help feed rescue animals! located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Nangana Bushland Reserve, Gilwell Park Bushland Reserve, and Lusatia Park Road Bushland Reserve. Yellingbo Nature Conservation Reserve and Bunyip State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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