Summary:
Plan your next weekend getaways at Summer Lea 1 by Tiny Away! The ideal tiny house Victoria getaway surrounded by dense woodlands and native wildlife such as kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and birdlife to keep you company.
Canoeing, fishing, water skiing, wakeboarding & jet skiing, bushwalking, and hiking in the summer, and snow sports like skiing and snowboarding in the winter are just a few of the activities available at Howes Creek—Mount Buller, King Valley Wines & Lake Eildon camping.
The Space:
Summer Lea 1 by Tiny Away is a tranquil setting surrounded by wide-open grasslands and natural forests. The ideal Mount Buller accommodation is 59 minutes from our 2 1/2 acres of property with native wildlife such as kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and birdlife to keep you company.
Close to Goughs Bay, Lake Eildon Camping, while the Mansfield Golf Club features beautiful views. At Delatite Wines, you can enjoy exceptional local wines. It’s a fantastic destination for both relaxation and adventure!
Awe-inspiring natural beauty with waterfalls, lakes, mountains, and everything else Howes Creek and the surrounding areas have to offer.
It's a cozy 139-square-foot tiny home with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities. These amenities include a cassette toilet with a removable waste-holding tank, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers) for you to use.
If you plan to spend your tiny house 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 advise that there will be a second tiny house called "Summer Lea 2" that sits on the same property. If you want to book in groups, please contact your land host 24 hrs in advance to make arrangements.
Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny home and its surrounding areas, which include an outdoor open fire and their own private space. However, guests are always free to chat with their land hosts.
If you require assistance, please contact your land host via message/call before visiting the main residence on the property. Please keep in mind that the main house and private shed are off-limits to guests without prior permission from the land host.
The Neighborhood:
Summer Lea 1 by Tiny Away sits in a rural locality in Howes Creek, Victoria. The ideal Mount Buller accommodation close to wineries, exciting water, and winter sports activities, a golf course, and more.
Our local recommendations:
- Goughs Bay sits in the shores of Lake Eildon, making it popular for boating, fishing, and water sports.
- Lake Eildon Camping site offers swimming, canoeing, waterskiing, sailing, and great fishing spots in the area.
- Mansfield Golf Club s a public access course that offers an 18-hole course and dining options for company retreats.
- Mansfield is a small town and 15 min drive from restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, and everything this township has to offer.
- King Valley Wines is a wonderful vineyard famed for its fine Italian winemaking, tantalizing cuisine, and wide-open fields in Victoria.
- Mount Buller is a natural attraction that offers snow sports in the winter and mountain biking, hiking, and sightseeing in the summer.
- Delatite Wines is a cellar door/restaurant that offers locally produced wines, delicious entrees, and appetizers with amazing views of Mt Buller.
- Mansfield Zoo is open all year round and provides Gumboots for use during inclement weather. You can also take a picnic and use the BBQ area, relax, and spend the day there. Check white lion feeding times, amazing close-up observation during feeding times.
If you're interested in taking public transport, a winter bus service is available to and from Mt Buller. Ski-hire equipment is also available on and off the mountain.
Keep in mind to talk with your land host if you plan to explore the place so they can direct you to your desired destination.
Getting Around:
By car:
- 60 min drive from Summer
- 1hr 30 min drive from Winter allow
- 60 km drive from Howes Creek to Mount Buller
- 60 mins, 80 km drive from King Valley wine region
- 5 km, 12 minute drive from Mansfield to Howes Creek
- 215 km, 2.5 hrs drive from Melbourne CBD to Mansfield township
By public transport:
- Daily Bus service from Melbourne to Mansfield V Line services (as per timetable)
- Local Taxi service is available for guests to travel to and from nearby attractions.
- Winter Bus service to and from Mount Buller is also available, please contact land host prior to arrival.
Other Things to Note:
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Smoking is allowed outdoors only on the property
- Reasonable reception available through Aussie Broadband WiFi
- Mobile reception is good for Telstra and average signal for Optus and Vodafone
- Please note that this is a PET-FRIENDLY property, and pet policies will be sent prior to arrival
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge
Important note:
- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain the [compost/cassette] toilets and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding.
Interaction with Guests:
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.
