Summary: Escape the mundane hustle and bustle of urban life and spend your weekend getaways at the Little Blue Wren, Victoria. The ideal farm stay Victoria retreat nestled on permaculture farmland overlooking the "Valley of a Thousand Hills" of Yea, 90 kilometers from the CBD, with a seasonal creek and a nature reserve ideal for casual walks. A natural haven with stunning scenery, indigenous wildlife, and over 12 acres of land to roam. The Space: Little Blue Wren is an off-grid tiny house located northeast of Melbourne, “Dindi” area. Four Pillars Gin Distillery, Sedona Estate, Great Victorian Rail Trail, and restaurants like Marmalades, Yea Take-Aways, and Yea Bakery are a few of the recommended attractions our vacationers enjoy. Perfectly located close to the best of what Victoria has to offer, where you can rest and enjoy comfortable accommodation with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. The bathroom follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a waterless eco-friendly compost toilet, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers). It focuses on satisfying people's needs with natural resources and processes to save water through using eco-friendly toilets to save the environment. If you plan to spend your farm stay Victoria getaways here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Thank you! IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that this is an off-grid unit with limited power that is powered by solar energy. For guests' convenience, we recommend preserving electricity during the day and using it only (late in the afternoon or at night) when absolutely necessary to avoid power outages. Overall, minimal consumption is advised. Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny house and its 8-acre property, including the designated walkways for guests to explore. So, please check the map provided upon your arrival. Guest will also have access to complimentary amenities such as our BBQ, indoor fireplace, and the first bucket of firewood provided on the guest's first night. If you are interested, we also have pre-orders listed below by prior arrangement with the host 24 hrs before arrival. - Firewood for BBQ grill comes at an extra cost of $15 per (15 kg) bag. - Additional firewood comes at an extra cost of $7 per bucket and $15 (15 kg) per bag. - Mini kindling, however, costs $2.00 per kilo. You can bring your own firewood or purchase them at local service stations. The Neighborhood: Little Blue Wren sits in a small town in Victoria. Close to both the Yarra Valley and the High country, a two-night stay is recommended for you to explore most local markets, wineries, and restaurants like Marmalades, Yea Take-Aways, and Yea Bakery. Our local recommendations: - Four Pillars Gin Distillery is a popular winery located in Healesville that specializes in gin, cocktails, and snacks to pair. - Redwood Forest is a small forest of towering redwood trees, with several well-marked trails, picnic spots, and a creek. - Yea Wetland is a 32-hectare floodplain with Australian native wildlife, great picnic spots, BBQ cookouts, and caravan parking. - Great Victorian Rail Trail is a 134-kilometer-long historical attraction in Victoria that runs from Tallarook to Mansfield and Alexandra. - Puffing Billy Railway is a preserved steam railway that offers stunning views of Victoria's rolling green hills, lush forests, and farmlands. Must-visit attractions - King Parrot Creek is a popular fishing spot for Brown trout, European perch, and Rainbow trout. - Lake Mountain is a 1,433-metre high mountain peak on a plateau that hosts a cross-country ski resort. - Sedona Estate is a local producer of warm-weather grapes such as Syrah, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet. - Wirrawilla Rainforest Walk is a popular attraction that offers a boardwalk circuit and stunning vistas of the rainforest. Getting Around: By car: - Takeaway Cafe, Golf club, pub, restaurants - 5 minutes drive - Snow - 40 minutes drive - Waterfalls, Rainforest - 20 minutes drive - Rail trail - 10 minutes drive - Wineries - 20 minutes drive By public transport: - You can take a train from Melbourne to Whittlesea or to Lilydale and then take a taxi to Yea. We are in a rural so you will require a vehicle to enjoy the area. From Yea, Uber is available in our area. Other Things to Note: - No WiFi - Solar-powered - No smoking allowed on the property - No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed - Compost bins are provided to dispose of trash properly. - Disposing of food scraps, however, have a different bin provided - Pets are limited to only one dog or cat in courtesy to the host & other residents - Only fully house-trained pets are allowed with a pet cleaning fee of $30 per stay - Pets are not allowed on beds and sofas, and clean after your pet’s droppings/faeces - Please clean up after your pet’s shedding before checking out in courtesy of other guests - Please note that this is a PET-FRIENDLY property, and pet policies will be sent prior to arrival - Mobile reception is good for Telstra only. Other networks work at a distance from the property - We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge - Complimentary amenities such as our BBQ, indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit and free light are to be arranged with the land host. - The Fire Danger Period for Murrindindi has been declared for the following dates: 27NOV23 to 01MAY24, which means there will be no outdoor fire pit and no supply of firewood during this fire ban period. - Kindy be informed that certain areas of the property may still be undergoing maintenance following the recent flood. We are diligently restoring everything to its original condition. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Safety guidelines - Guests are restricted from walking in tall grasses and taking long drops into the creek. - Given the rural setting and abundant wildlife, children are welcome under CLOSE ADULT SUPERVISION - For guests' safety, please refrain from entering wildlife areas as snakes, wombats, echidnas, etc. often gather - Guests are advised to wear long loose pants and closed-toe shoes such as sneakers and boots to avoid snake bites. - Please stay within the permitted areas or areas that have been mowed, especially paddocks that may be calving or have bulls in place at the time. Kindly check map provided to see guest's accessibility within the property. Important note: - Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property - Keep an eye out for snakes as the property is located in bushland (or grassland) areas - Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban - In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our compost toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.