Relax and unwind in this beautiful off the grid homestead or participate in farm activities. After a cooked breakfast wander in the spectacular gardens, feed the goats & sheep, collect fresh eggs, bird watch, go fishing, trek the River Walk or relax and enjoy the serenity. If you need a little more excitement, we are only 20 minutes from either Bendigo & Heathcote, 5kms to Heathcote Raceway, 15kms to Lake Eppalock and Knowsley Airpark and if you are a cyclist we are the 1/2 way point on the O’Keefe Trail.
The space
The River Gardens Homestead is an off the grid farmstead that overlooks the Campaspe river. Set in nearly 2 acres of spectacular gardens with water features and right on the banks of the Campaspe river, guests are ensured of having a restful holiday.
The unit and the hotel room are under the farmstead roofline but each have their own entrance. Only the laundry is a shared facility.
The property is 133 acres with 450 metres of river frontage. The home was purpose built with 2 areas at one end to be used as B&B rooms. One is a fully self contained unit with lounge, full kitchen, ensuite and walk in robe and the other is a motel style room with full ensuite and kitchenette.
Both rooms have split system heating/air conditioners, linen is supplied as are hair dryers and straighteners. The Unit has a 62 inch flat screen smart TV, the hotel room a slightly smaller smart TV, both with Netflix, Stan and Prime. Each has a private lockable entrance with a rear lockable door that opens to the shared laundry. We are totally off grid and run entirely on solar and battery, though we do have NBN wifi.
The gardens are so spectacular that they are often opened to the public on the weekends with Devonshire tea served on the beautiful lawns.
You can experience farm life by feeding the goats, sheep and chickens and collecting eggs each day
Guest access
You are welcome when staying to go anywhere on the property (except of course our own living areas) There are only 2 rules really, 1. if it was closed when you got there close it behind you and if you have a dog keep it on a lead. There is stock in most paddocks so closing gates behind you is crucial as is their well being (They do not like being chased by strange dogs).
During your stay
This property is our home so we will be available for any queries or requests you may have 24/7. Having said that it is 133 acres so you may not see us all day so if you do need something do not hesitate to ring we wont be too far!
Other things to note
Your pets are welcome but must be pre-booked and the pet fee paid. Failure to do so may result in refusal of entry. Please keep dogs on leads at all times. Our cat, chickens, Guinea fowl and stock thank you in advance
