Off-Grid 1870s Stone Cottage, 100 Acres

Cottage in Yandoit Hills, Macedon Ranges, VIC, AU

100% Recommended•

4 people

Pet-friendly

This beautiful historic stone cottage and land farmed by the Swiss Italian Gervasoni family circa 1870’s is situated in the ancient landscape of Dja Dja Wurrung country.

You will enjoy peace, quiet and privacy in this extraordinary natural environment and respectfully restored & elegant space. The cottage is a beautiful place to relax & retreat, read, cook & eat.

It's situated on 100 acres on the edge of the Wombat State Forest. Only 20 min from Daylesford and 25 min to Castlemaine.

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Features and Amenities

2 bedrooms

2 beds

1 bathroom

BBQ

Heating

Indoor fireplace

Details

Check in after 3:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Weekday minimum booking: 1 night
Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

The stone cottage has been reovated to offer two bedrooms with antique furnishings and modern comfort, a modern bathroom and kitchen. You are welcome to use the wood fire AGA or simply use the induction cooktop or barbeque outside in the stone entertaining area where you will enjoy al fresco dining on warm summer nights.

Pantry provisions include milk, olive oil, vinegars, s&p, butter, coffee & tea plus a loaf of bread from local bakers.

A seperate sun room set off the dining room is the perfect place to lounge with a good book or relax after another memorable dinner.

Cool in Summer with the stone construction and in winter there’s a marvelous central wood fireplace at the heart of the home.

Whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure, this remarkable property invites you to experience the best of Central Victoria’s rich history and extraordinary natural beauty.

Guest access
This property is completly self contained and off grid. You will have the whole place to yourself for long walks, bike rides or swimming in the dam. Other options could include horse agistment for your stay or massage and yoga sessions which can be organised with your host ahead of time.

We will contact you after booking with check-in and key-collection details. Check-out is at 11am on your day of departure.

Other things to note
A friendly note on off grid living:

This property embraces the ethical principles of leaving a light footprint on the environment while simultaneously achieving comfort and the convenience of internet access.

Heating & Cooling:
We invite you to experience the comfort & charm of the central wood fireplace, which is the very heart of this home. There are electric blankets on both beds as well as down doonas to ensure your comfort throughout the night. Cooling isn’t required in the summer because of the stone construction and airflow throughout the home.

We invite you to embrace the charming and romantic ambiance provided by our wood fireplace. Ample wood, kindling and firelighters are supplied.

Water:
All of the water on this property is collected in rainwater tanks. Water is a precious resource in the country so we respectfully request you shower once a day and limit the duration.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we share the goals of sustainability.

Seasonal Outdoor Fires:
You are welcome to have an outdoor fire in the fire pit by the alfresco eating area out of fire season. but we cannot guarantee there will be wood prepared for this fire. There is plenty of wood that you can gather from around the property. Please do not use the wood from the cottage or AGA as it is cut specifically for that use.

Prices

Base Price $470 / night
Discounts
10% discount for bookings of 5 nights or longer

Reviews (2)

100% Recommended

Jac

9 Jul 2026

We had THE MOST beautiful stay at this thoughtfully restored stone cottage. Jessica is a wonderful host who made us feel so warmly welcomed with local wine, fresh sourdough, cheese and the open fire l...it on arrival. Every space, from the crackling fireplaces to the sun drenched sunroom, invites you to slow down and simply breathe. The beds were super comfy and we loved wrapping ourselves in the fluffy robes! We left feeling refreshed, recharged and already planning our return. Great country getaway! Highly recommend friends!

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Tianyi

18 May 2026

Beautiful property, nice and cosy, if you are looking at a get away from the busy city life, this is the place to be

Host

Jessica

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My name is Jessica, and I am deeply passionate about my yoga practice and holistic wellbeing. Amongst other things, I have a tiny house purpose-built for massage, and I also work with equine-facilitated learning and healing. I feel a strong connection to the 180 acres of land that I own and care for, and this sense of place is at the heart of everything I offer. When possible, I love to treat my guests to simple local pleasures: freshly baked sourdough, wine produced by a neighbouring vineyard, and beautiful long-paddock milk and butter from Castlemaine. My property backs directly onto the Wombat State Forest, which I enjoy exploring both on foot and by bike. One favourite adventure is hiking through the forest to Lavandula, sampling their produce, and then either walking home or arranging a lift back. Everything I do and offer is an invitation to slow down and unwind. Whether it’s relaxing by the open fire, watching the sun set over the land, or simply being present in the quiet, these moments gently support my guests to truly let go. I look forward to welcoming you here in beautiful Central Victoria.

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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

Photo 1 for Yoga & massage with the Host

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Yoga Massage With The Host

Our amazing host Jessica ran a yoga class with some of the locals during our visit. Her cat joined in too. We then enjoyed a relaxing massage from Jessica to finish up our morning.

Open Fire Baked Brie

With the open indoor fire place and a cast-iron fry pan found, we baked up Brie cheese with some pear, walnuts and honey...

Delish!

Location

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Adventures Nearby

Here are some details about the adventures nearby. Refer to the map for their location.

Long Lunch Farm Wander

We shared a long lunch at the Swiss Italian Farm, sniffed all the oils in the gift shop and wandered around the property on a fine winters day.

Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm

Firstly, it's DOG FRIENDLY!!! Well, most of Daylesford is - best food, better coffee! 15 or so minutes out of Daylesford but worth every second! There is an entry fee, but remember you're investing in the team and their hard work to maintain the farm at its best

Mt Franklin

Fancy a walk around an extinct volcano? If so, then a trip to Mt Franklin should be on your to do. Here you'll find beautiful trees and views out over the surrounding areas.

Sweet Treats

The Chocolate Mill was calling my name, so I drove 5 minutes outside of Daylesford to the chocoholics livin' day dream for some sweet treats! I got a take away travel pack of chocolates plus sat in for a chilli hot chocolate which I highly recommend!

Photo 1 for Guildford Vineyards & Cellar

Guildford Vineyards Cellar

Thanks to a very much-appreciated tip-off from Ronnen, we indulged in an amazing long lunch at Guildford Vineyard and Cellar. With so many beautiful flavours across a variety of dishes, we didn’t want this lunch to end! We were sure to buy a nice bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon for later.