Eridani Retreat

100% Recommended
3 people
No pets
Experiences from a 1963 Bedford Bus. With many stories & travels along winding valley roads, this bus now rests into place. And now, the next journey can be your's.

Perched on a plateau, surrounded by granite boulders & overlooking the majestic Goulburn Valley, the stellar amongst us are invited to stay & retreat more deeply into being. With views to the Goulburn River & easy connection to the Great Victorian Rail Trails meandering pathway, many wonderful experiences await.

We are an off grid, nature based, walk in (and up) retreat experience for the self reliant & self aware adults only. There is a 200m up hill walk following a hiking style track that you will need sturdy shoes for & to arrive before dark to traverse safely.

The bus has a king sized bed with koala mattress & beautiful linen bedding & wool blankets. There is also a double size daybed for an extra friend or lazy reads & day dreaming. We supply European linen towel sheets for the inside shower & thick cotton beach towels for the outdoor cast iron bath. Dindi naturals bath products are also supplied. The bus has a flushing toilet.

There is a beautiful selection of organic teas & coffee as well as cacao & all the beautiful vessels to sip from. The pantry has all the staples & everything you need to self cater, & ncludes a fridge, freezer, gas cook top & oven.

For winter stays, fire wood is supplied for an outdoor fire & for the beautiful indoor fire. There is also a heater. There are some good reads, tarot cards, board games to.

The bus is run with solar power & rain water tank so you will need be mindful of your energy & water consumptions.
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Features and Amenities

1 bedroom
2 beds
1 bathroom
Hammock
Heating
Indoor fireplace

Details

  • Check in after 2:00pm
    Check out before 11:00am
  • Weekday minimum booking: 2 nights
    Weekend minimum booking: 2 nights
Cancellation Policy: 

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

Additional Information

Prices

  • Base Price $250 / night
  • Weekend Price $300 / night
  • Extra People $50 / night after 2 people
  • Discounts 
    10% discount for bookings of 3 nights or longer

    20% discount for bookings of 4 nights or longer

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Reviews (15)

100% Recommended

Lucas

18 Jul 2026
Loved this stay! I had plans to propose to my partner and as soon as saw this place I knew it was the spot and it did not disappoint. Very quaint and cosy, with an incredible view. Morning yoga on the deck as well as a bath at sunset were great highlights. Thanks Mellissa!
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Maya

13 Jul 2026
Had the most beautiful stay at Eridani. We stayed 2 days (but could have done more!) The bus build is incredibly impressive and has everything you need for a cozy night in. The exterior is just as fun... as the outside - hot bath overlooking the valley, fire pit to keep warm while looking at the stars. The landscape is beautiful, couldn’t recommend to stay here enough! Melissa is a wonderful host, she and her husband Jono have created such a delightful getaway from city life. If you’re thinking of booking - just do it, you won’t regret it.
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James

11 Mar 2026
What an incredible experience - there’s nothing quite like it. Beautifully situated on the mountainside with panoramic views of the surrounds. Melissa and Jono have done a fantastic job of creating su...ch a unique space and experience. We loved the outdoor bath and all of the small touches around the accommodation. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway.

My only feedback would around getting to the accommodation. From the car park to the accommodation requires a short hike up a very steep and technical path between boulders and logs. Carrying any bags or luggage is very difficult and can sometimes be very dangerous if you’re not careful. I think making people aware of this on the listing is crucial. The accommodation also does not have AC so it can be uncomfortable when it’s hot. Additionally if you’re taller than 6’4” like myself; the bus can be cumbersome to manoeuvre.

Otherwise a beautiful stay!
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Host

Melissa
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Hi, my name is Melissa I am a movement & meditative mystic & have been running holistic retreats & classes for many years. We are a little lacking in magical places to stay in our area & so we (my husband and I) decided we need do something about this as we have so much beauty & wonderful people & places in our neighbourhood. Welcome
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Outdoor Equipment Provided

Enjoy the outdoors with the following equipment included in your stay.

Yoga mat (2)
There are two second earth cork yoga mats, blocks & bolsters

Location

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Adventures Nearby

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Great Victorian Rail Trail

A 134km trail that can be accessed from many points, from Tallarook to Mansfield.

Tallarook Pub

The Tallarook Pub is about to reopen hurrah! Having being sold recently & now completed renovations it is set to re open its doors in August 25.

Brave Goose Wines

Brave Wines made naturally. Cellar door by appointment

Tallarook Farmers Market

First Sunday of the month. A variety of locally grown produce from producers across the region & beautiful hand made items from our local artisans. We look forward to seeing you back in the Rook!
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Tallarook Farmers Market

Farmers market with locally grown produce and goodies held on the first Sunday of each month.
Seymour Bushland Reserve

Seymour Bushland Reserve

We hiked through Seymour Bushland Reserve. The place is teeming with wildlife. Tread lightly and make sure to look up as you might catch a koala having a snooze in the treetops

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$250per night