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Austracantha Cottage

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Terrace/patio
Lounge/kitchen area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mansfield, VIC
  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Delatite Winery
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Mt. Buller Alpine Resort
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Austracantha Cottage

STUNNING RURAL LOCATION CLOSE TO MANSFIELD
Austracantha Cottage is set on 8.5 acres of natural bush-land, with spectacular views overlooking the township of Mansfield, the Paps, and a sneak peak of Mt Buller and Lake Eildon. Only a short 10-minute drive from Mansfield township, 20-minute drive to lake Eildon/Bonnie Doon or Howes Creek boat ramp, 20-minutes from Powers Lookout and 30-minute drive to Mount Buller gate entry.
The cedar cottage is tucked away towards the rear of property providing a very private and secluded place to unwind and relax. Wake up to find yourself immersed in wildlife including Kangaroos, Echidnas, Wallabies and a huge variety of native bird life. This is a perfect property for water and snow skiers, fishing, bush walkers or families wanting some time away to relax or enjoy the snow and water activities in the surrounding areas. You will have the entire property to yourself during your stay.
The cottage has been fully renovated inside and out, including a modern kitchen, bathroom, hide away laundry (no washing machine/dryer), freshly painted throughout and furnished with all the comforts of home.
Austracantha cottage can only accommodate up to 6 guests (including children) and is suitable for couples, small groups or families. There are 3 bedrooms, indoor and outdoor dining area that can seat up to 6 people and the lounge has 2 comfortable couches positioned in front of an enormous Coonara wood fire for those cold winter nights.
The interior of the property is very clean and extremely well presented throughout. You will not be disappointed.
Set on 8.5 acres there is plenty of room to roam and explore. Outside a new hardwood decking and railing wraps around the property, and there is a large under cover BBQ entertaining area. A seated fire pit area can be used on cooler nights to toast your marshmallows under the stars. Kids can be keep entertained outdoors with plenty of activities including our hopscotch and outdoor checker board.
4G Mobile phone reception can be received whilst on the property (no internet or Wi-Fi).
KEY INTERIOR FEATURES
* Open plan Kitchen/Dining and Lounge area. Contemporary fully equipped kitchen including: Electric cook top, electric fan-forced oven, a full-sized fridge-freezer, modern microwave oven, toaster, kettle, sandwich press, cutlery and crockery. Reverse cycle air conditioner/heater for instant heating and cooling. Coonara wood heater for cosy winter nights (firewood supplied). Games, puzzles and kids’ books available for use. Digital TV with built in DVD player with a substantial DVD collection provided for extra entertainment.
* Clean and very comfortable bathroom including: Heated towel rail, slim line wall mounted heater, large modern walk-in shower with rainfall/handheld dual shower head, towels provided.
* 3 bedrooms consisting of: 2 rooms each with a queen bed, 1 room with 2 single beds. All linen provided including electric blankets.
KEY EXTERIOR FEATURES
*100 square meters of decking. Including: Hammocks that can be hooked onto the front deck poles. Two awnings at the front of the cottage can be wound out to provide additional shade during the summer period. Under cover entertainment area with 4 burner gas BBQ and outdoor dining table.
* Dedicated brick fire pit with rustic seating and table. 8.5 acres of bushland and cleared areas to explore. Cleared areas for kids to play cricket, soccer, football, totem tennis, hopscotch and checkers. Rear yard is fenced (not secured due to the local wombat constantly digging under it). There is plenty of parking on the property.
Pets are welcome (up to two, must be supervised at all times)
Austracantha Cottage is exclusively listed and can only be booked via the VRBO/ Stayz website.
You can also find us on Facebook.
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
~No smoking permitted inside the cottage. ~ No fires permitted on fire ban days, no firearms, no hunting or camping. ~ No cutting own firewood, firewood will be provided for the duration of your stay. ~ No motor bike riding permitted on the property. ~ Due to the size of the cottage, no groups larger than 6 (including children) can be accepted. ~
PAYMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
~ Payment is required to confirm booking. Refunds subject to VRBO/Stayz cancellation policy. ~

Property manager

Paul and Leanne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Under adult supervision
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets are not to be left unattended on property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, dispose of butts thoughtfully

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tolmie

Located in Tolmie, this holiday home is in a rural area. Delatite Winery and Nillahcootie Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mansfield Racecourse and Mansfield Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mansfield, VIC

What's nearby

  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Mansfield Zoo - 17 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Delatite Winery - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Mt. Buller Alpine Resort - 33 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Mount Buller Peak - 58 min drive - 54.9 km

Restaurants

  • Tolmi Tavern
  • ‪Misty Gully Smoke House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Austracantha Cottage pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Austracantha Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Austracantha Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Austracantha Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Tolmie Recreation Reserve and within 12 miles (20 km) of Delatite Winery and Mansfield Racecourse. Mansfield Botanic Park and Mansfield Oval are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a relaxing getaway.
We loved this secluded little cottage. We enjoyed relaxing on the decking while taking in the amazing views. Everything was well thought of for all guests including our fur babies to enjoy a truly relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Austracantha Cottage in Tolmie
Our recent 2 night stay at Austracantha Cottage with our two toy poodles was just perfect. Lovely cottage, well appointed, beautiful 8.5 acres to explore. Our hosts were excellent and ensured they had included everything one might require to make our stay memorable. that ensured
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
My partner and I absolutely love the Mansfield region and frequent this area. This is the second time we have stayed at Austracantha Cottage and it was just as lovely. Comfortable, clean and communication with the owners is always a breeze. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Fabulous Holiday
Our second stay at Austracantha and we had another wonderful time. Some great weather, a few late night thunderstorms which were great viewing from the deck and more wildlife than you could shake a stick at. Love this part of the world. Highly recommend this great property if you really want to get away from it all.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A magical family holiday
Austracantha Cottage is the perfect family stay. The cottage is beautiful and well equiped with outdoor and indoor games and has wonderful views out over the valley. It was such a relaxing stay. The wrap around verandas were a great place to sit and have a drink at the end of the day. Thank you for a magical stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful retreat amongst the wildlife
We loved our stay at Austracantha cottage. It had a well appointed kitchen and facilities, was very clean and had a lovely feel. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our dog with lots of room to run around. The views and sunsets were fantastic. The wildlife were an an added bonus.Theansunsets
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

shaun t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tolmie delight
Great part of the high country. We were visiting family and Austracantha Cottage provided an excellent base. Nice touches, including the games for young and old and the great fire pit. All we could have asked for other than more time. Im sure we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Austracantha Cottage was just the relaxing getaway we hoped for over the Christmas break. Though small inside, it has a wrap-around veranda with different views across the beautiful countryside in every direction, as well as a large fenced-in grassy area for dog play. That made it easy for five adults (and one dog) to enjoy time together or spread out and each do our own thing.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
We've now stayed a number of times and we just love it. Clean, cozy, has all the essentials plus lots of little extra touches from the decor, heated towel rail, ferry lights and lovely deck to sit and watch the country side and spectacular sunsets. sharing your home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Percy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and location
Very pleased with the property and location. Clean, neat and tidy. Will definitely look up this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glorious Stay
My husband and our dog stayed for the weekend to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We loved everything about the property, the cottage itself and the surrounding land with all the wildlife. Very peaceful and the views are amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Alpine Stay
Lovely home nestled in the foothills of the High Country. The property is large and pet friendly which was great for my Jack Russell :) We really enjoyed the outdoor lights and firepit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful weekend getaway
My fiancé and I had a wonderful weekend getaway at the Austracantha Cottage with our little dog. Lovely secluded cottage with beautiful views. The cottage was clean and well appointed, and felt like a home away from home. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarecia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
Loved our stay at Austracantha cottage. Check in and out was painless. The property is gorgeous and surrounded with wild life and nature. We had everything we needed. Loved the fire place inside and the firepit outside. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter escaoe
A nice property to take the family. Close to Mansfield and Mt. Buller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High country bliss
Fantastic! Everything about the property was incredible. Exactly as described. We had such a pleasant and resting stay. We took our dogs and they just had the best time exploring the property. Would highly recommend and would certainly book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suhita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiri Riana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay!
This trip was just what we needed! A beautiful couple of days spent laying in the hammocks and watching the birds and the kangaroos, even some deer on the second morning. Perfect place to forget the world and truly relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter get away
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. The setting was peaceful, quiet and tranquil. Our little dog loved the enclosed back area (though we always supervised her in case she found a way out). The fireplace was a welcomed way to relax and some of the family enjoyed hitting the ski slopes. The beds were very comfortable and it had all the amenities needed to cook dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most heavenly place
This gorgeous property is a must for a weekend away.. Amenities amazing,view fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bek P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush tranquillity
Amazing property! Great views and such a peaceful location. The house itself was spotlessly clean and very comfortable and modern. We loved sitting by the fire watching the stars and soaking up the silence
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Harvey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on the hill, great views amongst the trees!
This is such a great place. Stunning property, great views, immaculately clean, very comfortable, has everything you need, heaps of activities including an amazing fire pit. Only slight downside is there is a loud whirring noise (the hot water system maybe?) that sounds almost like a generator every 5 minutes or so right outside the rear bedroom. Would definitely stay here again, ideally in the front rooms only.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sibylle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely cozy place
Cozy & comfy place to stay with everything you need with great views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Getaway
We had a beautiful stay. Our only wish is that it was longer! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Leanne

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We love Austracantha cottage and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with our property the first time we saw it - A diamond in the rough - The little cottage sitting on this amazing rural property with fantastic views. It is so quiet a peaceful a perfect place to relax in both Summer and Winter, basically all year round.

What makes this property unique

Austracantha cottage is in a remote rural location, but close enough to enjoy activities at Mansfield, Mt Buller, Lake Eildon, Bonnie Doon and surrounding areas.

Languages:

English

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