King Billy Retreat

Cabin in Rushworth, Goldfields, VIC, AU

98% Recommended•

2 people

No pets

King Billy Retreat Guesthouse is a renovated 1960's shearing shed surrounded by native gardens and bush-land. The interior design is reflective of an intimate gallery with art-work and cosy furniture in every room.

Guests are welcome to enjoy the gardens and walk throughout the 40 acre property and surrounding bush-land which is especially good for bird-watching.

The historic gold mining town of Rushworth is a 3km walk through the bush and the Waranga Basin is a short distance away - great for fishing & water sports.
The retreat is also a short drive (10mins) to the historic gold rush area of Whroo where you can learn about the gold rush and spend time hiking in Box-Ironbark National Parks.

King Billy Retreat is centrally located in Victoria and only two hours from Melbourne, 50mins from Bendigo and 40mins from Echuca on the Murray River and Shepparton.
Set within an extensive Box-Ironbark forest, King Billy Retreat Guesthouse, Rushworth is in an excellent location to explore central Victoria.

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Features and Amenities

1 bedroom

1 bed

1 bathroom

Air conditioning

Bath

BBQ

Details

Check in after 2:00pm
Check out before 10:00am
Minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

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

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RETREAT DETAILS

The kitchen has hotplates, a microwave and small fridge and the living area features comfy couches and a wood fire as well as split-system. This open plan living space leads into a bedroom with queen-sized bed and large, turkish-style bathroom with a deep bath-tub and washing machine.
The bedroom comfortably sleeps two people and there is plenty of room for a portable cot but no extra beds. All linen is provided.
The living area also leads out onto a lovely big north facing verandah decked out with comfy chairs and dining table for outdoor living.
Parking is under cover.

Prices

Base Price $170 / night
Weekend Price $170 / night
Discounts
10% discount for bookings of 7 nights or longer
30% discount for bookings of 28 nights or longer

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Reviews (57)

98% Recommended

Sarah

3 Aug 2026

What a beautiful place! This hut is placed in a beautiful bush setting just out of town so you still feel quietly isolated from the town but really it's only 10 mins away. had such an amazing weekend... staying here, the hut has so much character about it, with its little special trinkets within the hut and out in the garden so fun to explore! It was fully set up you felt like you were at home away from home. Comfortable bed and lovely big bath to relax in. I highly recommend this to anyone who would like a get away as a couple or RnR for yourself.

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Jac

7 May 2026

What a beautifully considered bush escape! You can feel the love put into this adobe! The cabin was warm, cosy and thoughtfully curated! So inventive and creative. The bed was comfortable, loved the w...ood fire and soft lighting that immediately slowed me down. Every detail felt intentional from the collected kitchen pieces to the creative use of restored materials around the property.
My favourite spot was certainly the front verandah, sitting in the sun sipping my tea, as I watched the birds take baths! Thanks for having me King Billy. This Queen has certainly found her calm Kingdom and I hope to return someday.

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Rejuvenation

Groundedness

Slowness

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Andrew

13 Dec 2025

Top spot for a relaxing break. Finish the day sitting on the verandah listing to the birds flitter between the trees.

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Louise & Les

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Our unique eco-cottage with large Turkish-style bathroom is a true escape from city life. Surrounded by native gardens and bush-land, but only 3kms to the village of Rushworth, the secluded space is certain to relax the body and restore the soul.

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Adventures on the Property

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

Property Tour

The entire garden has several re-purposed, I'm gunna say it - junk that's been transformed into visually appealing artwork. I was seriously impressed with the creativity. I spent time wandering around the property and garden, admiring the clever ways we can, as humans re-use.

Sittin Still

Loads of sitting spots outside in the sunshine, so I took that as a sweet invite to sit still sipping a cup of tea. I don't get a lot of time to do this, so I jumped at this opportunity.

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Adventures Nearby

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Rushworth State Forest

Rushworth State Forest is a 24 300-hectare reserve to the immediate south of town via Whroo Road. It consists of red ironbark, yellow gum and grey box eucalypts with a profusion of wildflowers and orchids after autumn and spring rains. Fauna includes well over 100 bird species, echidna, possums, kangaroos, wallabies, wallaroos and the rat-sized marsupial known as the tuan.

It is common to see Kangaroos on the property every day of the year.

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Explorin Historic Rushworth

A small country town best known as a former gold rush town in the 1850s. Full of beautiful, historic buildings, I spent all morning wandering the in and around the Main Street.

Waranga Basin

The Basin has areas along its southern edge where kayaking can be enjoyed. Fishing is also an attraction with a reliable mixed fishery of redfin, yellowbelly, Murray crayfish and the occasional trout: thought to be escapees from Goulburn fish farms above Seymour.

Lake Discovery

Nearby is the Waranga Basin/Reservoir, a human-made lake. I was keen for a swim but the weather was a little bit too chilly for to even attempt the water. Fishing, Kayaking and bird watching are popular here. I spent time walking up the shore line, collecting heart shaped rocks. I was really fascinated by the red, earthy tones on the waters edge. Cool spot. Great for a picnic and toilets are there too!