be&be studio-one

Studio in Castlemaine, Goldfields, VIC, AU

100% Recommended•

4 people

Pet-friendly

Situated on the highest hill in town, be&be boasts magnificent three-hundred-and-sixty-degree-views over town and country. The Elizabethan style house and studio are heritage listed and sit in an acre of garden, providing the perfect setting for a remarkable country experience, only a short walk to town. Treat yourself and book a stay, the encounter will linger long after you return home.

The space
The self-contained, studio-style building at be&be is part of a heritage-listed property. Inside furnishings combine mid-century elegance with seventies funk, to bring freshness and character to the historically laden, hundred-and-fifty-year-old dwelling. Outside european trees, bonsaied by the harsh conditions on the hill, sit amongst a crop of hundred year old gums. Rock beds and structural succulents combine with these elements to make the garden a unique and wonderful place to visit.

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Features and Amenities

2 bedrooms

2 beds

1 bathroom

Air conditioning

Heating

Kid-friendly

Details

Check in after 2:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

The town of Castlemaine is full of Gold Rush-era architecture, which houses a vibrant café and arts culture. Daylesford is a picturesque 25 minutes away and Maldon, Newstead, Guilford, Vaughn Springs and other historic towns are also close by.

Prices

Base Price $345 / night
Extra People $60 (adult) and $60 (child) / night after 2 people

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Reviews (17)

100% Recommended

Karyn

14 Jul 2026

A spontaneous trip to the Goldfields was made all the more delightful by a perfect stay at be&be. It was warm, cosy and restful. I loved waking to the sound of Black Cockatoos and kookaburras and views all around…

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Sally

3 Jun 2026

We had such a great stay at be&be studio-one. The accommodation is stunning, with thoughtful attention to detail – from the gorgeous interior and mid-century furniture to the lovely breakfast items Ni...cola left for us.

It's set in a peaceful and picturesque location, with a lovely garden and sweeping views across Castlemaine. The studio is spacious and equipped with everything you could need for a relaxing stay, including excellent heating, comfortable bedding, and a coffee machine.

I especially loved that there were so many quiet little nooks to sit with a book and a cup of coffee and simply unwind.

It made for the most wonderful creative retreat with our two pups. If you're looking for a great place to stay in Castlemaine, this is it!

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Kathryn

2 May 2026

Such a beautiful place to stay! The house is very peaceful, with a lovely garden, and only about 20 minute walk to get into the hub of the town where there are lots of nice cafes, shops etc. And lots of nice walks nearby. Nicola was extremely helpful, highly recommend a getaway here!

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Nicola

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Castlemaine Victoria, Australia

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In 2007, when Nicola moved to ‘Castlehouse’ with her family, studio-one was a garage and studio-two a baron hill. Over the following fifteen years she spent oceans of time restoring the dilapidated house, creating the garden from scratch and building studio-two while completing a PhD in fine-art and raising three boys: all labours of love. The main drive behind her design direction for be&be was to create warm, eclectic spaces, that nurture and restore, while providing a serene home-away-from-home, for people wanting to spend time in this particular neck of the woods. Studio-three is currently under construction.

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Adventures on the Property

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Garden Wonder

The garden space at the property was a lovely spot to sit, explore and enjoy the sunset. Highly recommend a glass of wine in hand too friends if that's how you wanna roll.

Location

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Adventures Nearby

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Theatre Royal Castlemaine

Established in 1854, Theatre Royal is proud to be one of the oldest continuously operating theatres in the Southern Hemisphere. Originally built to provide gold miners with live entertainment, today the establishment holds a cinema, live music, a bar and a pizza restaurant. Theatre Royal is a must-see if visiting Castlemaine.

Caffeine Hit At Saffs Cafe

Open seven days a week from 7.30am to 3:00pm, this fantastic café stocks fair-trade coffee and an all-day breakfast/lunch menu.

Castlemaine

Castlemaine is steeped in historic charm and wonder. With cafes, galleries and hidden secrets around every bend.

Oak Forest

The Oak Forest provided a stunning illustration of seasonal change and an alluring adventure as we wandered for hours amidst the magical boughs and branches.

Central Springs Track

Formerly a gold rush town called "The Junction” this spot is now a destination for swimming, bushwalking and picnics. If you’re keen on a walk, there are many that branch from this location. We chose the short walk leading to the top of nearby cliffs, giving a fantastic view of the river below. Don’t forget to try the mineral water flowing from the spring.

Bbq Lunch And Swim

Another awesome river swimming spot with loads of picnic spots. Swing rope and jump tree for those kinda adventurers! Plenty of parking, shade and BBQs. Great spot to spend the day and check out the mineral springs! Toilets are nearby too.