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Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage

Vacation home in Dunolly with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Exterior
Escape to this secluded 2-bedroom cottage, perfect for small families, couples, and friends looking to unwind. Explore the historic Streetscape of Broadway, visit the museum and try your luck at gold fossicking or enjoy a drink with locals at the Railway Hotel. Return to relax on the back porch surrounded by local wildlife.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage

Set back off the road this fully self contained open plan 2 bedroom cottage is suited for small families, couples and friends for relaxing time away.

Hire prospecting supplies and try your luck at gold fossicking. Visit the museum to see a
replica of the largest gold nugget ever found, stroll along Broadway with its historic
Streetscape and browse the local shops, cafes and bakery or call into the Railway Hotel for a drink with the locals or for the fishing enthusiasts take a short drive to Laanecoorie.

Return to the comforts of the cottage relax on the back porch and take in the sights
of the local wildlife and plan your next day.
The family pet is welcome to join you, but please be aware that the property although
off the road has no fencing
We welcome 2 small dogs or 1 medium size dog, all pets are not permitted in the
Bedrooms , a charge for carpet and bedding dry cleaned will apply if this occurs





Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pets are welcome however there is no fencing

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
VIC, Dunolly

What's nearby

  • Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunolly Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saint John of God Bendigo Hospital - 56 min drive - 71.2 km
  • Bendigo Art Gallery - 57 min drive - 71.9 km
  • Ulumbarra Theatre - 57 min drive - 72.7 km

Getting around

  • Dunolly Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunolly Pharmacy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Railway Hotel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wright on Broadway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪All Day on Broadway - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dunolly Barkley Street Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Museum. Dunolly Bushland Reserve and Dunolly Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dunolly Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Bushby’s Self Contained Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Accommodation

Great place to stay very relaxing loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage, clean and great response to enquires.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunolly House

We had a wonderful stay. The cottage is charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday at bushbys

Our first time at bushbys with the grandkids we all liked the house and our time there was excellent thank you Hope to do it again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonia b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Bush setting

Nice bush privacy pet friendly no fency need doing long way to neighbours. Great ossie pub meals no petrol station so fill up. Fix b
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and calm

We have a great time. The owner was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to help us. It had everything we needed, linen, a full kitchen, washing machine, electric bbq, and TV. The rooms had plenty of space, with 2 double beds, a single bed and a pull out couch. The owner even kept a blanket, food bowl and water bowl for our doggie. The town of Dunolly was very welcoming. Great place to stay if you are looking for a relaxing weekend away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sonia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Weekend Getaway

The country place was just what we needed for a weekend getaway. It looked to have be
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunolly

Clean and cosy. Great location for exploring the goldfields of Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great country escape

Lovely rural property that was perfect for our family (including our dog). Thoughtful touches and super comfy beds. We would happily stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in an interesting area

The house is clean and comfortable with a large, open-plan living area. Everything is provided and we felt right at home there. The location is quiet, with lots of bird-song in the morning so a cup of tea on the back porch is a great way to start the day.Dunolly is in the middle of the Vic goldfields so take lazy day visiting Maldon, Tarnagulla and/or Bealiba to get a feel of its history. About 100km west you'll find many bits of Silo-art which was very impressive.Thanks Alica for sharing your charming house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classic Country Stay

Host was lovely and easy to deal with. Good set up with nice outdoor area out the back. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very central to shops.

Was a great stay and very tranquil, Alicia was very helpful with her communication. very clean inside. unfortunately, the only small setback was, that the backyard wasn't very secure for our dog as she does tend to go walkabouts, but overall we all enjoyed our stay and had a great time and made friends with many of the locals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is clean, comfortable and had everything you need for a short stay in the country. It's off the main road into town with very minimal light traffic, but not very loud. The only slight negative is the heater/aircon is old and a bit loud and the water pressure could do with a bit of extra pressure. Overall, I'd recommend this place for a good short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dunolly

Nice quiet area, clean & spacious cabin. Enjoyed looking around the area, some golf & running.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The property was well presented and off the main rd so it was quiet...plenty of crickets, galahs and cockatoos to be heard. Walking distance to the small town...about 10minutes walk. The only minor complaint was one of the dining chairs had a broken/wobbly leg... but that should be easily fixed. A nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was clean. Excellent communication with owner. Would have liked a hand towel, face washers, and hairdryer. Bed comfortable , pillows were a little flat. We used the ones on the spare bed. Overall a good experience and we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Best beds ever
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunith d., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage

Nice little 2-bedroom cottage in Dunnoly. Communication with Alicia was super fast and helpful. Place was clean and had everything we needed for our 2-night stay. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country cottage

Just what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey & Langdon R., Bentleigh East

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious comfortable getaway

We really enjoyed the open feel of this house, the lovely back verandah, the comfortable and cosy beds (thanks to the electric blankets) and the easy access to Dunolly and the surrounding forest. The property fronts onto the main road into town from Melbourne, but there's little traffic and it didn't bother us at all. Apart from chilling in the house, we enjoyed visiting the local forest including a very old cemetery and other historic sites. Thanks Alicia!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet weekend away

Beautifully presented property with everything we needed for a quiet weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isaac T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in Dunolly

The best place to stay in Dunolly, especially during winter, the place heats up nicely..beds have electric blankets..great value for the 10 nights we stayed..The owners went above and beyond for us..easy to check in..definitely would stay again when in Dunolly next
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jana K.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024