Title: Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia - 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 # Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105389300/105389226/d515a31b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105389300/105389226/36e1f3f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105389300/105389226/f07e4fb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105389300/105389226/b3f83ea6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105389300/105389226/646e738d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming family home, nestled in a quiet town near Crater Lake. Unwind by the fireplace or explore the beautiful garden leading to a playground with basketball ring and tennis courts. Enjoy board games, TV, and a fully furnished kitchen at your disposal. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61453 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Lake 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. ### Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia Welcome to our relaxing family home in a quite little town, home with fire place and a beautiful garden leading to the nearby playground, skate park, with basketball ring, tennis courts and Crater Lake. At your disposal you will have access to board games, at TV, fully furnished kitchen and all that you needs for your stay. The surroundings are just amazing, nature and wildlife. Activities available nearby: Canoe, Mountain bike, walking trails, fishing, gold prospecting, historic gold rush town of Walhalla with the "long tunnel mine." Great Cafes and pubs in Walhalla and Erica. Experiences: You are a short drive from Thomson River and Cooper's creek for a refreshing dip in the river, paintball available locally, visit to Walhalla, Thomson Dam Wall... In winter you are 30km from Mount Baw Baw sky resort. You can go closer to Mount St Gwinear for some cross country or tobogganing. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,453 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95242700/95242638/w1495h1116x78y76-ca30e5f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jacomb's Cottage and Studio. 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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 Located in Rawson, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a river. Walhalla Historical Museum and Walhalla Goldfields Railway are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Stockland Traralgon Shopping Centre and Midvalley Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ted Summerton Reserve or Traralgon Recreation Reserve & Showgrounds. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Rawson travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rawson.dx3000405582) [View more Vacation homes in Rawson](https://www.expedia.ca/Rawson-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000405582-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-37.96018%2C146.39760&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A66qrucE75tUBCKvxHF3Tf5hiu8=) Rawson, VIC ### What's nearby - Walhalla Historical Museum - 9 min drive - 9.9 km - Walhalla Goldfields Railway - 10 min drive - 11.8 km - Walhalla Rotunda - 11 min drive - 12.5 km - Walhalla Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km - Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine - 12 min drive - 12.9 km ### Getting around - Walhalla Station - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Wally Pub - ‬10 min drive - ‪Walhalla Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Assagio Del Forno - ‬4 min drive - ‪Erica General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Rawson Mini.Mart - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia ? > As of Sept 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $200.54, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Rawson-Hotels-AlMay-Rawson-Escape.h105389226.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia ? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia located? > Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Baw Baw National Park, Moondarra Bushland Reserve, and Walhalla Historical Museum. Walhalla Goldfields Railway and Walhalla Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Al'May Rawson escape, family cottage. Entire Home in Rawson, Australia 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 ### 9.4 Location ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacquie W. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and lovely place to stay We had a lovely time, house was a perfect base to get out to the local attractions. ##### Jacquie W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The location of this property was lovely. Backed onto beautiful wetlands . ##### Jenny Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel M. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay We stayed at Al'May for a few days while visiting family nearby. The house was great for our family (two young kids) and we'd stay again :) ##### Rachel M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### sumina T. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Simple, comfortable, and just what was needed. ##### sumina T. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn A. Jun 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Host communicated very well before the stay answering all my questions.Very clean house. Everything we wanted. Warm. Lovely garden. Great spot. ##### Carolyn A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James R. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful getaway Beautiful cosy home, well looked after and perfectly situated for our great weekend away at the local activities ##### James R. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica H. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location We only stayed one night, the house was clean, warm and had everything you could need. The hosts were lovely and quick to respond. The location was so great for families, backing onto a playground and lake. We would definitely visit again! ##### Jessica H. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystal L. Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Neat and cozy Lovely host with great communication. House set up well with everything to keep you warm and comfy. Beautiful outlook and lovely walk around the lake ##### Krystal L. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob and Wen W. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight stay whilst visiting nearby Walhalla Perfectly fine. Clean, tidy, everything one could need. The owner was there when we arrived and was friendly and warm before leaving us to our devices. ##### Rob and Wen W. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethuldura P. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### quiet place 👍 ##### Ethuldura P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah c. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy and clean This property was the perfect place to stay. We spent all our time in Walhalla so it was an easy drive to and from there. The house was warm, cosy, well equiped and everything worked. I'd recommend it. ##### sarah c. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Las C. Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasant experience in high-country region Thanks for an enjoyable winter escape experience at Al'May conveniently located close to Victoria's beautiful region. Well presented, warm accommodation with a lovely garden and the nearby park as the extension to the garden. It was suitable for our family. Rawson township does have limited shopping and dining options, but abundant in nature. ##### Las C. 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