Title: Kangaroo Creek Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Kangaroo Creek Cottage Cottage in Taradale with kitchenette and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120680000/120675000/120674999/7afd208e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120680000/120675000/120674999/18adb96b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120680000/120675000/120674999/6316e310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120680000/120675000/120674999/w1028h770x0y0-cb8871d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120680000/120675000/120674999/2f4321c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Kangaroo Creek Cottage provides a garden and more. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom452 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Mountain view ## 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. ### Kangaroo Creek Cottage We have created a calm, serene country-style cottage with all the trimmings, located on a separate block of land against the backdrop of the bush teeming with local wildlife. You can relax on the porch in the morning or evening watching the golden light make its way across the valley, while enjoying a coffee or wine and seasonal treats from our greenhouse, or larder. Enjoy the Fryers Ridge Nature Reserve with many kilometers of tracks, fantastic for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. Kangaroo Creek Cottage is situated just south of the picturesque township of Taradale. Great for both city and regional folk, it is ideally located in Mount Alexander Shire a short 10-minute drive from the Calder Freeway. Around half way between Melbourne and Bendigo, the region is noted for its wineries, markets, restaurants, goldfields history and natural environment. Nearby towns include Kyneton, Castlemaine and Daylesford so there is plenty to see and do! Beside us is the Fryers Ridge Nature Reserve with kilometers of tracks, fantastic for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. The space + guest access Upon arrival you’ll be delivered to the secluded cottage over the authentic Kangaroo Creek supervised by the property’s well-trained pooch Chester, and equine friends Jimmy and Fred. Important notes for guests check in: In person greeting. Cottage is located 250 metres from parking at main house in wet season and 100 metres from parking in dry season. Guests will be delivered to cottage by buggy to preserve the serenity of the area. The creek-scape provides a natural separation from the main property, with the cottage just beyond and slightly elevated on a couple of acres with private views. After two years in renovation, the homely accommodation has emerged from what was once a twelve-poled, open-walled farm shed with a corrugated iron roof. Complete with original poles, the cosy country cottage now features a queen bed, lounge and dining areas, a fully self-contained kitchen and bathroom, log fire heating and split system cooling, and a delightful outdoor BBQ and porch area. We have created a calm and serene country-style cottage with all the trimmings. The cottage has a well-tended garden in establishment, and is surrounded by bush teeming with local wildlife and birds. Close by you will see many a kangaroo and stock grazing against the backdrop of the bush, the creek and a property dam. There’s plenty to do and see on the property itself. You can make use of the private picnic area and fire pit, which is just a short stroll down to the creek bed and surrounded by native gums and a flowing creek for most of the year. You can relax on the porch in the morning or evening watching the golden light make its way across the valley, while enjoying a coffee or wine and seasonal treats from Malcolm and Marina’s Garden, greenhouse, or larder. Checking out the starry nights is highly recommended! Malcolm and Marina have lived in the area for twelve years. Experienced craftspeople with an eye for detail, they have created an idyllic country experience for guests. They are happy to talk you through what happens on the property, what there is to see and do locally, and will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable on the property. Breakfast supplies are included and will feature local fresh produce direct from Marina’s garden, greenhouse, larder or oven! Kangaroo Creek Cottage is set on a regional, working property surrounded by native bush. Guests are asked to be mindful of: • Property livestock – opening and shutting gates • The tank water and sewer system and off grid power – please preserve water and power wherever possible • Total Fire Ban days – no use of the BBQ or fire pit. The property is pet-friendly with horses and dogs welcome to visit with you. Responsible pet ownership is encouraged and guests are asked to be mindful of: • Discussing any specific pet needs before your stay • No pets on any indoor furniture • Cleaning up any pet waste • There will be an extra $20 per stay cleaning fee if you bring your pet. Late check outs will incur an additional fee. There is no smoking on the property. No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 452 square feet ## Similar properties ![The Barn | Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19470000/19460800/19460788/fc2d8fec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Taradale House Estate Taradale - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=19460788&PinnedHotelID=19460788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22740000/22732900/22732809/08120640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded boutique retro 3 bedroom farmhouse. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## 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-37.16139%2C144.33327&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mrYuVdGbRUwNwRy0EfoiHoPOfUY=) Taradale, VIC #### What's nearby - Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Lake Daylesford - 33 min drive - 45.6 km - Hanging Rock Reserve - 37 min drive - 40.4 km - Bendigo Art Gallery - 47 min drive - 57.0 km - Bendigo Racecourse - 54 min drive - 64.2 km #### Getting around - Malmsbury Station - 11 min drive - Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Malmsbury Bakery - ‬11 min drive - ‪Merchants of Malmsbury - ‬11 min drive - ‪Moto Bean Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪Elphinstone Hotel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Taradale Wine & Produce - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kangaroo Creek Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Kangaroo Creek Cottage? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kangaroo Creek Cottage? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Kangaroo Creek Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Fryers Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Taradale Viaduct and Taradale Streamside Reserve. Taradale Nature Conservation Reserve and Malmsbury Viaduct are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kangaroo Creek Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma J. Oct 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage & surrounds were beautiful. The main house can't be seen from the cottage so it felt very private. We spent hours just sitting on the terrace looking at the nature, kangaroos & goats. Breakfast was very nice. Malcolm & Marina were lovely hosts ##### Emma J. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025