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Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Buxton, VIC
  • Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Marysville Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cathedral Range State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Double Room

1 Queen Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite (Guest Room)

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite (Masterbedroom)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage

The Buxton River House is a wonderfully secluded 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom homestead on 17 acres with the Acheron River winding its way around the boundary and spectacular views of the Cathedral Ranges and surrounding Black Ranges State Forest.

Accessed via a 300m tree lined driveway, the property has extensive landscaped gardens, balcony views, river swimming and fishing, and many local activities including Buxton Mountain Bike Park, hiking, 10 min drive to Marysville and access to Lake Mountain.

Things to do at The River House:
• Take a stroll and simply enjoy the gardens and sounds of the abundant birdlife and the river.
• Pick some home grown produce from our small veggie patch (if in season).
• Fish for trout in the Acheron River
• Swim or laze by the Acheron River (700m river winding around the property)
• Yoga or meditation on the lawn, bridge or one of many peaceful spots along the river.
• Play table tennis or darts on the deck.
• Read on the verandah or inside on the 'cuddle couch' whilst watching the sun set on the Cathedral Range

Booking restrictions:
• Whilst the house sleeps 13 people, the following restrictions are in place regarding the number of adults and children per booking. These rules are in place to reduce the impact on the house and resources (rain water, septic tank etc) and to maximise the comfort of our guests:
- Adult only bookings - maximum 8 adults
- Family/Group Bookings - maximum 10 people. This includes a maximum of 6 adults, with the remaining guests (up to 10 people total) being children/infants (under 12 years)
• If you would like to book 13 people, please send a booking enquiry for consideration.
• During the guests stay, if there are more guests than agreed in the booking, the owner reserves the right to inspect the property and retain relevant parts of the security bond.

Property manager

Flora

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Adults to be mindful of children near the river
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Marysville & District Historical Society and Bruno's Art & Sculptures Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marysville Golf Club and Lake Mountain Alpine Resort. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buxton, VIC

What's nearby

  • Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marysville Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cathedral Range State Park - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Steavenson's Falls - 16 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 32 min drive - 34.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Igloo Road House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Terracotta - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buxton Roadhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Butters Cafe of Buxton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buxton General Store - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buxton River House - Secluded Homestead with River Frontage located?

This family-friendly Buxton holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Buxton Trout & Salmon Farm and Buxton Recreation Reserve. Buxton Silver Gum Nature Conservation Reserve is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom F., Melbourne VIC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
We had a fantastic stay, its a very well equipped house on a beautiful property. We will be booking again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place had everything you could ever need!
We had such a lovely trip and can't thank the hosts enough. They have thought of everything, had lots of games, open fireplace, comfy beds, 3 bathrooms. Gave us an amazing home base to explore the region. We love cooking that kitchen was well equipped with all the things you would need. Can't wait to visit again and highly recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures dont do it justice
Absolutely perfect property for a weekend away with the girls, but we have all said it was also bw pwefwct to bring back the family. Only problem with the stay was that we disnt want to leave. Stay a week if you can !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilde M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful tranquil big place
Perfect for hiking in the cathedral ranges. Lovely property, nice garden, all that you need is there.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Buxton house
A beautiful spot and a spacious, very comfortable house with lots of entertainment supplied and close to great opportunities for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
Lovely property set in beautiful surrounds. The fire place was amazing, and the house is a great set up for a couple of families with lots of space and bathrooms/toilets. Inbuilt trampoline and basketball ring were massive hits with our boys. Flora was a lovely host and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a weekend away with family
Was a great house for a weekend away with extended family. Lots of activities to keep the kids occupied and allow the parents to relax. Great size house to accommodate 13 people comfortably. Only negativity was ducted heating was abit noisy and wasn’t able to keep on overnight due to noise. Would highly recommend to others to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Exactly as described. There was 10 of us and still space. House is huge and well equipped for cooking, playing, fishing, exploring and relaxing. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raoul P., Bronte, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Victoria Paradise
Just as described. A perfect river cottage with all the modern amenities. Wrap around wooden decking and lots of sun drenched places to enjoy a coffee or wine. Tons of space for the kids. Beautiful strawberries and herb garden to gather supplies. The river is accessible and picturesque. Overall a very enjoyable relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Mohammad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Good area and silence
Over all good. Minor problems: no aircon, no garbage bins in toilets and on veranda. Also the cutleries not perfect. Thanks anyway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rupesh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting with scenic views
A beautiful property. We had a long weekend with friends. The property is spacious and comfortably had three families. Lots to do in the property and surrounding area. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to get away from the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a winter getaway
We absolutely loved our stay at the River House. It was so inviting and cosy! So much space for the kids to run free around the property. The outdoor fire pit was a highlight and the serenity that comes with the river running through property and the kookaburras and frogs in the background. Perfect place to unwind. Thanks Flora and Steve!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Allan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location. Worked well for family trip to Lake Mountain. Good outdoor facilities and plenty of open space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerry & Helena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing getaway to a beautiful home on a river w mtb track a couple hundred meters away.
This was organised for Dad’s 70th birthday and kids and grandchildren. Family only event and it delivered! Mum & Dad we’re so delighted to have everyone under the one roof for the entire time we were there. Didn’t leave the property to go anywhere apart from ride out bikes. The kitchen facilities were amazing, the bedrooms were large enough that we felt like it was our our home. Parents have spoken about it and would love to make it an annual getaway house to go to. Many thanks to our hosts Steven & Flora for making it happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adahl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for large family groups
We travelled to Buxton as two families and couldn't have loved the house more. Plenty of room inside and out for everyone to relax and unwind. Beautiful wide windows in every room. Gorgeous fireplace. Spacious and well-appointed kitchen. Two of the four bedrooms come with en suite bathrooms, which were a luxurious treat. Lots of games and books. There were also some outdoor toys as well. Would definitely recommend it and will likely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Mat G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Blokes Motorbike Weekend
A lovely home on a lovely property. Half a dozen fellas on a motorcycling weekend away. Had a great time enjoying the house and the grounds at a beautiful time of year. Brilliant road and rail riding at the doorstep. The house has everything you could possibly need and was very comfortable and warm through a chilly weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream week away in Buxton
This is the second time we have stayed here. Because we love it so much. The property is massive and well maintained gardens. The adults could sit back and enjoy, as the kid explored, played basketball and scooted around the deck. The kitchen is amazing! Wok burner, griddle hot plate and deep fryer made mealtimes delightful. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with gorgeous gardens and river frontage
Had a great stay here with friends Lots of space for everyone and plenty to do both at the property and surrounding area including 10 minutes from marysville Large section of property had river frontage which is great for swimming or drifting down river 😀 and was also an excellent spot for fly fishing Hosts were very accommodating with arrival times etc and gave great guide on local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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This is a wonderful place to share. One of our favourites with the garden, River and the house has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Siva P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
Excellent location and well maintained place. Love the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a family celebration
Our stay in River House was a very memorable time to celebrate a milestone birthday. Everything worked well and the house very comfortable for our 3 family groups who ranged in age from 4 to 80 years. The position of the house is beautiful with many areas to explore safely - from wombat burrows to walking by the river. The many toys and games were a great hit with all ages and the verandah is made for scooters! Our thanks to Flora for making our time so special. Hopefully we'll be able to have a return visit in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenni T., Balaclava

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical property
This was truly amazing property. The grounds are extremely well thought out and maintained to perfection with lawn right down to the river's edge. House also very well appointed with everything you could possibly need. The perfect property for children and adults alike. I want to move in!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Great house, great location... A magical place with a river in the garden. No reason to leave the property over our stay. Floria our host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and beautiful
This property has it all for those who want to enjoy time away from city life. The lovely garden has shady trees and green lawns right down to the river. The house is so comfortable and there are lots of activities for children. Thanks for the strawberries, Fiona. We loved our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something for everyone
What a special place, we had a wonderful week exploring the gardens, river and nearby area. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Flora

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The River House is our escape and our sanctuary, and we are so happy to be able to share it. We often don't leave the property once we arrive as the children are 100% entertained by the sweeping lawns, making up games and exploring the veggie garden. However, we love being active and social, so will often head to Marysville

Why they chose this property

You can choose to 100% relax and not leave the property, or 100% explore and get active with the local attractions in Marysville (Gallipoli Park, skate park, cafes, old fashioned lolly shop!), Lake Mountain (summer hiking or mountain biking / winter skiing), Alexandra (great coffee, cafes and gastropubs), and Buxton (walk along meeting of the waters, play tennis, visit antique shop), or Cathedral Range State Park (spectacular hikes, or smaller walks for younger children)

What makes this property unique

Beautiful landscaped garden
Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house
Entertainers kitchen (miele, gaggenau appliances, coffee machine)
700m river frontage (swimming, dipping feet or fishing!)
360 degree views of rolling hills (State Park) on one side, to the majestic Cathedral Range on the other side
Close to Marysville for shopping, eating, walking or park play (younger children)