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WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Piries, VIC
  • Place, Mansfield Zoo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Delatite Bushland Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden

THE EXPERIENCE

Down a quiet country lane is Wairere Rest, a divine retreat, nestled in 4 acres of country gardens, designed by renowned gardener Edna Walling in 1925. The stylish interiors have been lovingly curated by your host with comfort & relaxation in mind.

Wander down stone paths lined with wildflowers, enjoy a picnic on the lawns under our 100 year old pin oak or indulge in an outdoor bath overlooking our farm, with just the cows, birds & deer to keep you company...... a truly memorable experience.

THE SPACE

Wairere Rest is a rare find, sheltered within the farm's unique heritage gardens. There are so many beautiful nooks and crannies to explore and rest around the gardens that its best to just scroll through the images and see what takes your fancy. Pick some produce or flowers to enjoy while you rest, or find a shady tree to finish your favourite book.

The cottage itself offers everything you could need to keep you comfortable and help you unwind. The modern furnishings blend beautifully with vintage pieces, reflecting a 'high country cattlemen's hut' vibe. The interiors include the hosts favourite things such as Robert Gordon ceramics, Dindi Natural skin products and various curiosities gathered from markets and antique stores around Australia.

Enjoy a drink or movie to the crackling of our indoor or outdoor fireplaces, lazy breakfasts in bed listening to birdsong, or perhaps slip on a robe and take an indulgent soak in our outdoor tub overlooking the farm. Guest Note: Tucked in next to the cottage you will find the beautiful Wairere Homestead, which is also set up as guest accommodation and is available for groups of up to 10 people (feel free to contact me directly if you are interested in booking this option in the future). Rest assured we do not book more than one group at a time at Wairere so you will have the entire property to yourselves for the duration of your stay.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Mansfield Zoo. 1 hot tub and laundry facilities are available. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • 7 minutes by car from Mansfield Zoo and 11 minutes from Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail
As a guest of WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden, you'll find a hot tub, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Piries cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please ensure heating/cooling and gas cooktop are turned off prior to departure.

Please wash all dishes and put away in cupboards ready for next guests.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Wairere is a quiet and relaxing location with neighbours nearby. Strictly no loud music or noise is permitted at any time.

Please be aware that Wairere is in a rural area where you should expect insects and wildlife including the possibility of snakes in the warmer months.

Pets may be considered (please ask for our pet policy prior to booking). Max. 1 small dog.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Please ask for our pet policy before booking.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 12345678

WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trina L.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnificent Property

Wairere Rest is a really special property and a perfect place for some time away. The cottage is larger than we expected and has everything you could possibly need. The gardens and property were stunning and there's so many great food and wine options in the area. Even a 5-star rating doesn't seem high enough for Wairere Rest and we hope to return at some point in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional experience

Fantastic 4 night stay at Wairere Rest. Property was very clean, had everything we needed plus more. All the special touhces made this stay amazing. Communication with host was excellent. Would highly recommend and we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

Great place great facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025