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Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford

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Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Lake
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
AU$480
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
guildford, VIC
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Convent Gallery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Lake Daylesford
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

Room

  • Sleeps 13
  • 4 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib
Price is AU$480 avg per night,

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About the area

Guildford

Located in Guildford, this farm stay is in a rural area. Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa and Hepburn Springs Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Daylesford Sunday Market and The Mill Castlemaine. Travelling with kids? Consider Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm and Portal 108. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Convent Gallery - 11 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 13 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hepburn Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rubens - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Heritage Bellinzona - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Virgin Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford

*** Single night bookings will incur a surcharge of $70. An additional payment charge will be added for 1-night bookings once booking is made. ***

The standard price is $480 per night for 2 or more nights.

Named after an Irish village in County Cork, Arda Cluggen is a double storey double mud brick home that welcomes up to 10 or more guests for a cosy inviting retreat.

Situated high up on 200 acres of rolling hills, it commands stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It is the perfect place for you to relax with family and friends and well behaved pets!

Solid timbers, a Coonara wood heater and large open fire make for a welcoming and homely retreat in the winter months. Slate floors and spacious living areas also make for a comfortable destination in warmer months.

Arda Cluggen is very close to many attactions:
Close to Limestone Track Winery
5 minutes: to Mt Franklin, Chocolate Mill, Guildford Vineyard & Cellar, Guildford Local Store.
12 minutes to: Hepburn Springs, Lavendula (Lavender farm), Cricket Willow - home of the cricket bat.
15 minutes to Daylesford, Castlemaine and Newstead.

The property:
Take time out to enjoy to enjoy 200 acres of natural surrounds.

For the more energetic guests, take a walk through the adjacent property (that belongs to us), listen to the frogs as you walk past the dams and up to the shack. Take in the view, and then descend to the 100 acres on the far side of the property.

On warm days the more daring may fancy a dip in the dam. If not, why not try your hand at yabbying in one of the 9 dams!

Alternatively relax on the verandahs and see if you can spot the eagles. Kangaroos may visit during the day, but at dusk hundreds hop from the state forest into the far paddocks to graze.

At night, enjoya barbecue, watch the sun set and marvel at the stars on a clear night.

PLEASE NOTE: 2 night bookings are preferred and cost $480 per night. 1 night bookings are considered but will cost $550 per night. In addition there is a HomeAway/stayz service fee.

The house sleeps 10 people in beds. We have 3 x stretcher beds to make up 13 people.

Property manager

Susan Allen

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved pets welcome on request
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford located?

This family-friendly Guildford farm stay is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kennedy Gully Streamside Reserve, Franklinford Streamside Reserve and Jim Crow Creek Streamside Reserve. Franklin I6 Bushland Reserve is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Arda Cluggen - Near Daylesford Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway with the family
The property at Arda Cluggen is fantastic! The house is great, and the property is fun to explore. We would thoroughly recommend this as a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

randall e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Perfect accommodation to explore nearby region with family or friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A room with a view.
What solitude and what a view to Mt Tarrengower.There is stacks of space inside. Outside; if the kids want to cut loose and burn off energy after the confines of the suburban backyard, then choose Arda Cluggen.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
What an amzing place to stay. Very private, big fridges and comfortable beds. Plenty of room for 8 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation for big families / friends
Large house with good facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super home for all age groups
House was great. We were are able to spent time together comfortably whilst still having our own space. Host was amazing to deal with. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfy
Great place to stay with a large group. Not fancy but really well set up and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family home
Better than we expected! Lovely house for our group of 12, 4 families, including 4 children Great amenities, lots of space, we loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Farm Stay
Our family along with two other familiars had an amazing stay. We would have no hesitation in recommending you stay as we will be coming back for sure. Lots and lots of room for the kids to run around exploring,.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful winter escape
Enjoyed our getaway, 5 friends, one bedroom each, home cooked meals and games in front of the beautiful fireplace. Amazing views out the massive windows, a great escape for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a private getaway
Stayed with a group of 10 friends. We loved walking around and exploring the property including swimming in one of the dams and finding kangaroos. Very well equipped kitchen made it feel like a home. Great to have the BBQ and decking to enjoy outside under the stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Adele W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A bit expensive for one night
Enjoyed the quiet surroundings Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful. Tranquil. Great indoor spaces for 5 separate adults.
Ideal for a group of people needing separate areas (eg. bedrooms & bathrooms).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evan
Fantastic country property, lovely house and really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arda Cluggan
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was cozy and had everything we needed and there is so much to see and so on the area. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely long weekend in a well equipped house
Our family group of six adults and six children (aged 7-15) had a lovely long weekend stay at Arda Cluggen. The photos don’t do it justice! The house had everything we needed. We loved the views and space. We hope to return for another relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta R.

Wonderful stay thanks Sue and Tony
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Fantastic getaway !
Everything as described ! great weekend getaway ! (ideal for big group or family) Close to Daylesford township defiantly worth a visit ! Sue was really helpful throughout ! we will be back. S

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October long weekend.
Amazing property. Peaceful setting with great views and situated right next to a winery. The property was huge and we'll equipped to cater for everything. Open fireplace in the main living area was perfect for the cold days. To top off our stay, Sue the property owner went above and beyond for our stay and was a delight to deal with. Highly recommend this for large families.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pavi A., Canberra, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Arda Cluggen
Our stay at Arda Cluggen was fantastic! Sue was incredibly accommodating and very helpful throughout. The house was clean and tidy, very well set up, and incredibly comfortable. The surrounding land is equally beautiful, lots of area to explore and appreciate. So gorgeous, we were sad to leave! Would highly recommended staying at Arda Cluggen, you wont regret it! Thanks Sue for hosting us! 5/5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway
Lovely relaxing getaway, but only about 12 minutes drive to Daylesford so not too far away from shops etc. Mill market in Daylesford worthy of a visit. Beautiful walks on the property and kangaroos nearby. Nice cosy wood heater perfect for this cold weather. My mum, her partner, my 3 teens, my hubby and our dogs loved it! Would certainly come back again. So nice to unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of our usually hectic lives! Thanks Sue, we had a lovely stay 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Ann S.

Comfortable and spacious
We enjoyed our stay and found the house comfortable and good for family group. There is a corner cupboard in the kitchen that needs a screwdriver to tighten by your house minder .Also we left a white rug on a bed and would appreciate it if you could post it to me .I will pay the postage . A Schmeja PO Box 497 Balnarring 3926 Thanks Ann
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Jamsheed A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A bit untidy, but beautiful location
The house was a bit untidy with cobwebs and dust everywhere. We also found a lot of spiders and other insects inside the house, one spider jumped out of the blanket when we got into it. The house leaked when it rained, and flooded the bathrooms both downstairs and upstairs. A few lights weren't working either. Bed and blankets were dusty and one of the pillows had dirt on it. The games room was nice and cozy, but the games were all missing pieces. Unfortunately for us, there was a hailstorm on our first night and it damaged our car heavily as it was parked in front of the house as there was no covered parking. Acknowledging this is no one's fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Antje J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024