Cottage vacation rentals in Mount Alexander Shire

One of the greatest experiences I had staying somewhere. The guests were very hospitable and generous. The fresh and smoked trout was delicious.

Serene and peaceful, just what we were looking for. Loved the kangaroos hopping around as it's always a great sight seeing them. Our two mini schnauzers were very happy to run around the grounds, which are mostly fenced so we could easily keep them in check. Loved the sauna, the games room and how the grounds invite to wander and stroll around.

If you need some open space, this is the place! The boys wondered around , lots to explore. Surroundings are full of good restaurants and places to see. Very peaceful experience.

Jenny's place is a lovely retro cottage, just as described! Less than a 5 minute drive to all the ameneties and restaurants in town. The outdoor bath and private sauna were such a treat. Plenty of space for my dog to run around in in the backyard. Jenny's cottage is the perfect weekend getaway. Jenny was also responsive with any questions we had during our stay and left a little card and treat as it was my birthday which was super thoughtful. Would definitely recommend staying at her cottage and would come again in future!

This was my second stay here in one of the stone spa cottages and it was just as beautiful as the last time I stayed! The views, birds, sheep, lambs, horses, chickens and the beautiful dogs made our stay even better. Jan and Rob are wonderful hosts and I am thankful for you both sharing your space with us, your hospitality is incredible and very inviting. Thank you for having us stay! We will return again and again!

What a lovely house! It is even nicer than in the photos ☺️ great location, well appointed, comfortable and quite large. Alan was a great host, easy to communicate with, responsive and friendly. We had a great time!

We had such a lovely stay here, Red was really communicative and the welcome gifts were a thoughtful touch. Very peaceful location, all the amenities you could need and perfect for exploring the beautiful surrounding area and towns.

We had a fantastic time at Kate’s. Fabulous communication from booking, during the stay and wrapping up our stay. The cottage is beautiful. Fill of wonderful history but everything had its’ place. Kitchen and bathroom practical to use and water shower wonderful. Linen was beautiful to sleep in. We loved the garden with lots of different places to sit. Enjoyed breakfast and evening drinks outside. Maldon did not disappoint. With lots to see, eat and shop with boutique shops and galleries. We loved the pancake pack - they were delicious. Thanks Jamie and Kate this was an exceptional house for our four nights and you were exceptional hosts.

Kim’s place was lovely. We took our two golden retrievers who really appreciated all the little touches that make it ideal for pups - things like snacks for them on arrival and pup friendly bed linen. The area is ideal if you’re looking to step away from the city hustle and bustle, and just vanish into the countryside. Whilst Vaughan is very quiet and peaceful, Daylesford was about a 20-30 mins drive away which of course has plenty to do. An ideal balance of both worlds. Kim’s responses were super quick which was hugely appreciated and a great welcome pack was available too. Highly recommend to anyone who just wants to step away from the world for a little hush time. Freddie, Hamish, and their pawrents x

Lovely quiet place surrounded by beautiful nature and rolling hills. The interior is beautifully decorated and equipped with everything you need for a weekend away. I loved the fireplace and the timeless furniture! The only thing that could improve would be that the shower pressure was quite low, and the hot water ran out very quickly! All in all though it was a fantastic stay!

Everything was as advertised. Sadly I had to cut my stay shorter than anticipated, however, Todd was very accommodating. I love going to Castlemaine and The Cottage is very well appointed. It is near enough to walk into town, and other dog walking areas. Hoping very much to stay again soon.

We loved staying at Susan’s place! She was such a lovely and generous host! The house was lovely; beautiful plants and pretty decor, and such a quiet area- we all slept so well there. The kitchen was well equipped so it made cooking and dining easy. It was easy to find and very simple check in. Castlemaine is a lovely town and there is so much to do in the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend a nice relaxing getaway at Susan’s place!

Absolutely wonderful cottage, location and hosts. Vast property and very private. Paradise for a family with active kids. Host's kids built an awesome single track MTB trail around the property, there is a dam with a kayak and a rowing boat, tennis court, basketball hoop.. So so much to do. The cottage is compact and extremely charming. Everything is intentional. Really could not wish for a better experience. Hosts are friendly, responsive and very helpful. Cannot wait to come back.

Lovely to revisit after 17 years. We were mesmerised by the stonework and the building in particular. Relaxing balcony and wide open landscape. Everything we needed and all the divine acreage to explore as well as sweet towns of the district. Everything within 20 minutes. Don't miss the Frida exhibition in Bendigo. Very hard to leave this piece of heaven.

Apple Cottage is in a lovely peaceful part of Maldon, felt very much enjoying the country life but a short drive to town. We loved how cosy and calm the cottage decor and the beautiful short strolls around the streets into the town. Having access to a stove and oven was also awesome to heat the home cooked food we bought, definitely a place could relax and stay a few days! Enjoyed visiting the honey factory gift store just around the corner too!

Beautiful, peaceful cottage, it was very clean, well equipped kitchen and excellent laundry with above average cleaning supplies, which was great, as we were travelling with 2 young kids. Great secured area for the car, with gate, which was handy while unpacking the car, with young kids. Can highly recommend.

We had a lovely, relaxing, long weekend stay in Isabella’s Cottage. We enjoyed every aspect including: - Amazing host host Dianne, who made sure we had everything we needed, and was great to communicate with. - Generous, quality breakfast provisions, which are tailored to dietary restrictions. I especially appreciated this being gluten intolerant. - Full size kitchen with everything you need, including condiments, spreads, oil, foil, etc - Quiet street with no problem parking - Great location, walking distance from Kyneton’s cafes, restaurants and shops - Nice outdoor area, which was great for breakfast, and dinner on warm summer days - Everything we needed was provided, including handy things like sunscreen - Useful information on things to do was provided online before hand - It was nice to have a whole house to ourselves, so had plenty of space, not like some smaller places Of course we can’t wait to stay again.

It was a true gem. The cozy living room and tranquil bedroom ensured a restful stay. The stunning outdoor space and convenient location made it a perfect getaway. Highly recommended for a peaceful, stylish escape. Can't wait to return!

This beautifully curated Miners Cottage just minutes from the heart of Maldon was perfect for a few nights of R&R. It has been fitted out with everything you could want for luxury and comfort and decorated with superb antiques and artwork. An absolute joy! Gayle was a real pleasure to meet - very helpful and kind. Maldon itself is like a movie, set in 1900. Highly recommend the Bakery! Character and charm in all directions, fabulous pastries. Only 15 minutes to Castlemaine for some additional shopping for clothes. I was in heaven the whole weekend!

We loved our stay here! Would absolutely rebook. Gorgeous house and a beautiful little town :)

We spent Easter at Katherine’s house over Easter and it was perfect for us. Conveniently located right in the middle of kyneton with so many interesting shops and cafes within a stones throw. House was charming. Thanks Katherine Kerin