Swanpool country stay, close to the Victorian high country.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Swanpool, VIC
  • Broken River K13 Streamside Reserve
    3 min drive
  • Lima South Education Area
    9 min drive
  • Moorngag I66 Bushland Reserve
    11 min drive
  • Benalla Airport (BLN)
    25 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Swanpool

Located in Swanpool, this farm stay is in a rural location, a 3-minute drive from Broken River K13 Streamside Reserve and 9 minutes from Lima South Education Area. .This farm stay is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Moorngag I65 Bushland Reserve and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Moorngag I66 Bushland Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Broken River K13 Streamside Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Moorngag I66 Bushland Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Samaria Bushland Reserve - 16 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Benalla Art Gallery - 19 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Winton Motor Raceway - 25 min drive - 22.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tatong Tavern Accommodation - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Swanpool country stay, close to the Victorian high country.

Escape the city - Relax with family and friends and get away from it all at Serendipity House. Situated on 2 acres and a short walk (1.5km) into Swanpool. Swanpool is a small rural community between Benalla and Mansfield. It boasts a local store/cafe, The SWANPOOL CINEMA (1950s style cinema) Petrol Station, Antiques (on Sundays) and a sports ground.
Explore the beautiful high country. Close to Lake Nillahcootie, Mount Samaria, The Strathbogie Ranges, Mansfield and Benalla.
Take a tour of the local wineries or just relax on the veranda and enjoy the natural beauty of the local surrounds.
Serendipity house is your home away from home. We often spend relaxing days here too, enjoying the beautiful surroundings. We are happy to share our modest, old style home with you.
The bedrooms comprise 3 Queen size bedrooms and a bunk room, which sleeps 6. We have 2 bathrooms. One modern styled, with shower, vanity, tastic heater and toilet. The second bathroom is an older style, with bath, shower and vanity. We provide all towels and bed linen.
In the laundry space we have a Bosch front load washer and laundry sink. There is a dryer provided in the bathroom and a hills hoist outside. There is a second toilet off the laundry area.
The living area has seating for 8/10 people and the lounge area has 2 recliners a 2 seater sofa and a 2 1/2 seat sofa bed. For entertainment, there is a TV and apple box.
The lounge area has a split system with heating and cooling for your comfort.
There is gas ducted heating and cooling throughout the home.
Our older style, kitchen has electric cooking, with hot plates and an elevated oven. There is an original old combustion stove which we have kept as a feature and reminder of times gone by. It is non functional.
All cooking utensils, cutlery, crockery, glasses, kettle, teapot and a coffee pod machine are provided. We also provide basic pantry items, tea, coffee, sugar, milk, salt and pepper.
There is a fridge/freezer just outside the kitchen and a cosy sunroom, to read or rest.
The backyard can be secured and provides an area where children can play under the watchful eye of their parents. Children must be supervised at all times. The back deck has seating for a large group, a table and barbecue. Enjoy the country life, while cooking up a feast on the bbq.
Our front veranda has comfy seating for 6, so sit back, relax and unwind.
Guests have full access to the house, allocated bedrooms and outside area.
There is no access to sheds on the property.
We like to give you your privacy when you stay, but can be contacted if the need arises.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Elda

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Spa tub

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Please dispose of cigarette butts safely.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children and infants always be supervised outside.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Swanpool country stay, close to the Victorian high country. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness
great farm house
farm house was an great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country get away
We had agreat time, beautiful inviting atmosphere in the home, lots to view outside. Beds were super comfy. Eveything had been thought of, & was available for use. Recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great place to stay still has a touch of old world charm
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful stay
Charming. Well supplied. Neat, comfortable. We used it as a base for Benalla Street Art Festival and family catchups. Has capacity for extended family members, which we haven't taken advantage on this occassion, but hope to in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024