Welcome to Healesville Getaway - You can be assured that all cleaning and protective measures are taken to provide you with peace of mind during your stay. For the protection of others in your group and the community in general we ask that you do not attend if you are displaying any relevant Covid19 symptoms or are not feeling well. We are very willing to assist you by rebooking your stay. Healesville Getaway has been a holiday destination for approximately 10 years with many groups and families enjoying their stay in this comfortable five bedroom house. The house is walking distance to town yet its rural atmosphere will make you feel like your miles away. Gourmet food and wineries close by including Four Pillars Gin and No 7 Healesville; Fishing, Racing, Walks, Rochford Concerts, Golf at the RACV Club - all within close proximity. Excellent accommodation for couples, families, friends, special interest groups or family groups attending weddings in the region – however parties not permitted. Very suitable for your own family group or for a shared family holiday with friends. The house is great for smaller groups too - you can close off one section of the house and enjoy the spacious kitchen, lounge and dining room, bedrooms and bathroom, alternatively each of you can have your own separate bedroom. You will have sole use of the house which has 5 bedrooms (3 smaller and two large), 2 bathrooms (one is an ensuite) a fully equipped modern kitchen, dining/lounge area, separate lounge area upstairs, and laundry. A sofa bed is also available. Standard configuration for bedrooms is 3 King and two bedrooms with 2 single beds in each, however we will endeavour to assist you with your requirements. All linen and towels provided. There are many attractions in the area for children, Healesville Sanctuary and Maze, Maroondah Dam for picnics and walks, and Lake Mountain in winter for some fun snow activities. Some indoor activities are also provided and there is an outdoor area to run around in. We also allow the family pet to join in subject to discussing at the time of booking. YOU CAN INCLUDE A SWIM AT THE HEALESVILLE OUTDOOR POOL WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS HOT. Located within Queens Park down near the Oval, the Healesville Outdoor Pool offers a 50-metre swimming pool, 1-metre deep leisure pool, shaded toddlers pool as well as lawn areas, clean and comfortable change rooms for the whole family to enjoy. LOCAL ACTIVITIES Enjoy the local food scene sourcing the wonderful ingredients of the Valley and surrounds. Dine at the many casual and family friendly eateries including The Grand Hotel, Healesville RSL, Giant Steps and Beechworth Bakery, or one of the many winery restaurants close by. The house is only a short drive away from function venues such as Stones, Oakridge, Rochford and the popular Chandon. Bush walk in national parks among the wonderful mountain ash and keep a lookout for wombats, lyrebirds, wallabies and of course kookaburras and parrots. Attend the first class exhibitions at Tarrawarra Museum of Modern Art and enjoy Tarrawarra Estate wines and food while you are there. Take the kids to the Chocolaterie - Yarra Glen Healesville and Yarra Glen Racecourses host numerous special days throughout the year including markets. FACILITIES Healesville Getaway is a great place to relax and enjoy your break - it has an open plan living/dining area containing comfortable leather sofas and LCD TV. * Large fully equipped kitchen includes stove, microwave, dishwasher, and all other necessary items making it ideal for small or large groups who want to do their own thing. * The large deck provides a further area for outside dining or relaxing while enjoying the view and abundant bird life. * The second large living room upstairs makes it possible to spread out and enjoy a board game, read a book, watch a DVD or listen to music. * Heating, ceiling fans and split systems for heating and cooling. * Main bathroom downstairs with second bathroom as ensuite to one upstairs bedroom. * Laundry downstairs * There are 4 bedrooms downstairs – 3 medium sized and 1 large and a large bedroom with ensuite off the upstairs lounge area. * The fenced front and back garden areas provide additional space for kids to explore. * Pets are welcome at Healesville Getaway as long as arrangements are made prior and we are notified of the number and breed – animals must be kept out of bedrooms. * Off street parking for up to 4 cars although preferable for guests to share vehicles.