A little bush hideaway to slow down and unwind

Tucked away in a quiet corner of our 20-acre bush property, Muckleford Forest Cabin is a cosy, thoughtfully furnished retreat for two, surrounded by the natural beauty of Central Victoria.

The compact, well-insulated cabin has been put together with care, making use of recycled materials and natural textures. Inside you'll find a comfortable queen bed tucked into its own nook, a small but well-equipped kitchen with a two-burner gas cooktop, bar fridge and sink, a dining table for two, and a cosy wood heater (firewood supplied). There's also a comfortable couch for relaxing, a ceiling fan and Wi-Fi.

Just outside, a separate bathhouse provides a modern hot shower, vanity and dry composting toilet. The toilet is a simple bucket-style system: after each use, you'll need to cover your waste with a generous scoop of sawdust. A clean buucket will be provided for each stay. It's an environmentally friendly alternative to a conventional toilet, but may not be everyone's cup of tea. There's also an outdoor kitchen with a gas BBQ, Ooni gas pizza oven, sink and plenty of bench space.

Outside, you'll have your own private area to relax, with comfortable seating, a firepit, picnic table and cosy lighting. Cook something over the fire, settle in with a drink, or simply enjoy the birdsong and the quiet of the bush. The tennis court beside the cabin is exclusively yours to enjoy during your stay.

The cabin is fully off-grid, with solar electricity and rainwater collected in tanks and filtered for use. The solar system is modest, so please leave high-powered electrical appliances at home. The gas cooktop, BBQ and hot water system mean you won't be short of the essentials.

There's plenty of space to explore, with Muckleford Forest right on the doorstep and walking maps available. Our large dam is about 80 metres from the cabin and shared with guests staying at our separate cottage, so you may occasionally see or hear other guests around the dam. The cottage itself is over 100 metres away, giving the cabin its own sense of privacy and seclusion.

We live on the property and are nearby if you need anything, but otherwise leave you to enjoy the space at your own pace.

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement. Please ask before booking, as the property isn't fenced and local wildlife is abundant. Dogs must remain with their owners and be supervised throughout their stay.

A place to slow down, unplug from the everyday and recharge. Spend your days exploring the forest, enjoying the outdoors or simply doing very little. As evening settles in, gather around the fire, take in the starry skies and enjoy the quiet of the bush.