Holiday houses in Puckapunyal

Cabernet - Funky compact cabin, in centre of town

* Combined open living/dining/kitchen area * 2 bedrooms: 1 double & 1 single, all with memory foam mattresses * Double size sofa bed in living area * Compact, fully equipped kitchen * Powerful split system for rapid heating & cooling * Private outdoor deck with seating & sunset views over rural paddocks with kangaroos * Gas BBQ with tools * Easy walking distance to Heathcote main street * Award winning bakeries & numerous coffee shops * Choice of wine bars, cocktail lounge, 2 pubs & a brewery

Upton Hill Cottage | A peaceful escape

Upton Hill Cottage is a self-catering cottage 20 minutes drive into the hills east of the Hume Freeway. It is surrounded by vineyards, cherry orchards, pastures & bushland. At 475m ASL the cottage has panoramic views of the Strathbogie Ranges & Goulburn Valley. Guests can meet the livestock, ramble, birdwatch, cycle, observe native flora & fauna, fish, do scenic tours, marvel at the ancient granite formations of the unique Strathbogie batholith, & enjoy local wineries, music & restaurants.

The Rocks Studio

Just an hour from Melbourne, The Rocks Studio is the perfect redoubt from the city grind. Completely off-grid, The Rocks Studio is perched high amongst giant, granite boulders on a one hundred acre, working, sheep property. It enjoys truly spectacular views– near and far– across the Great Dividing Range. The superb landscape is a magnet for artists and photographers. As well, far from city lights, The Rocks is a star gazers paradise. An hour from Melbourne– a million miles from care.

The Loft @ Ellesmere Vale

Nestled on the Campaspe River at Fosterville in Central Victoria, The Loft is a hidden treasure for short escapes, leisurely holidays, retreats and celebrations. With farm and billabong views, our self-contained loft on this working farm has two bedrooms, parents retreat and lounge (with dining), kitchenette and split system air-conditioning. Families and couples love the elevated deck and activities with tennis and bocce. Try your hand at fishing or yabbying in the river.

Mount Hope Tallarook farmhouse: superb views

Need to get away from it all? Stay in a three bedroom home on 67 acres of farming land. Sit on the veranda and enjoy the tranquillity along with amazing views of the Tallarook Ranges and the surrounding gardens, or roam the paddocks at your leisure. Working cattle property with spectacular views, nestled in a quiet, but very accessible area in Tallarook. The Tallarook township is five minutes drive away, with the Tallarook to Mansfield rail trail to walk or cycle close by.

Tranquil country escape, log fire, netflix

"It's been absolute bliss to stay here" Julie & Tony Escape the chaos of the everyday. Embrace the wide open spaces, the wild forests & the majestic peaks, deep in the tranquil Macedon Ranges Breathtaking vistas from your private garden, with hammock, firepit, bbq & not a neighbour in sight Onsite hiking in the mystical Black Range Forest Flexible check-in & check-out available, just ask A stone's throw from dozens of award-winning wineries

Maggies Lane Barn House

Just 2 hours from Melbourne, on 65 acres in the sprawling Strathbogie Ranges, Maggies Lane Barn House is a romantic one bedroom couples escape (not suitable for children). Unwind in our thoughtfully designed, off-grid luxury retreat. The area is teeming with Australian wildlife, flowing creeks, native birds, bush and rocky outcrops. Warm up by the wood fire, enjoy the views and the beautifully appointed interiors.

Unique railway retreat

Immerse yourself in a bit of railway history in this unique converted carriage. Located in the heart of the Avenel township, you'll have everything you need for the perfect getaway. Relax on the deck and watch the trains go by, or wander down the road for a cocktail or woodfired pizza. Avenel is a great launching pad for all that the Strathbogie region has to offer - art, history, wine and some fabulous restaurants.

Goldie Views - luxury barn loft

Architect designed “Barn loft“ - to get a video tour search "Goldie Views" on YouTube showing luxury accommodation in a country escape. Stunning tree top and water views , 74 acres of private fields and forest to explore and self contained privacy, with all the beautiful Macedon ranges has to offer in easy reach.