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Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging

Comfortable and welcoming country lodge set on 4 acres of beautiful Australian bushland and landscaped gardens. Located only 2km's from Woodend in cool country Macedon Ranges.

A cosy fireplace inside compliments a stunning outdoor setting that is home to kangaroos, wallabies and the odd koala.

This much loved home is complete with every convenience to make your stay welcoming and relaxing. Two living areas and a modern kitchen inside while outside a large deck to laze on and view the wildlife . A covered BBQ area, gazebo and ornate pizza oven is available to use.

Perfect for a couple's weekend escape, family trip or group excursion.

* Strictly no events or parties.
* Pets only be negotiation

Woodend is a pretty and happening little town only 1 hour from Melbourne CBD. It's a great spot for walks, vineyards, a terrific microbrewery and mountain biking. We are a 2 minute drive or a 20 minute stroll to town.


Accommodation

Duck Tree Lodge is a charming three bedroom home. The master bedroom features a gorgeous and rustic queen bed with modern en-suite and walk in robe. The second bedrooms feature a queen bed while the third bedroom features two sets of bunk beds. Two generous living areas, a modern country kitchen, wood heater and split heating/cooling system. As expected you will have a TV and DVD.


The Grounds

Duck Tree Lodge features stunning outdoor entertaining options. A large deck wraps the front of the home, while the covered BBQ area features views into the adjoining bushland. A separate gazebo and pizza oven make for wonderful outdoor dining experience.

Children will love Duck Tree Lodge. A cubby house and swing accompany a 1/2 size basketball court.

Pets (excluding cats) are welcome by negotiation. Pls contact the owner to discuss.

Property manager

Bianca Aquilina

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors, outdoor only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Only by prior negotiation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great for children. Cubby house, sand pit, toys

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
Note from host: Strictly no parties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Woodend, VIC

What's nearby

  • Woodend Community Centre - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Macedon Regional Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Mount Macedon - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Mount Macadeon Winery - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Hanging Rock Reserve - 11 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Woodend Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victoria Hotel Woodend - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bourkies Bake House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Cafe Macedon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Top of the Range - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging located?

This family-friendly Woodend holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Woodend Children's Park and Woodend Community Centre. Woodend Golf Club and Macedon Regional Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Woodend Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Duck Tree Lodge - a beautiful bush lodging Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ryan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
House and property were great, would highly recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, however, thought it was a little expensive for the quality of the amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible place
This place is wonderful, and exactly what we needed. It's bush meets modern and absolutely perfect. Whats better than a woodfire with kangaroos in the yard each afternoon? To top it off they had a big selection of dvds, fast wifi and even toys for the kids! Absolutely brilliant stay, already looking forward to the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place for a relaxing weekend
Great experience overall. Bianca was responsive and flexible. The house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kath D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Comfortable property surrounded by bush. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lots of potential
Great location and spaces. No heating in living room except wood heater, so very cold in the mornings unless fire relit. Cleaning not up to scratch, eg old food, open milk and juice left in fridge, freezer compartment full of someone else’s food, cups in cupboard dirty, rugs full of sticks and leaves, old chips and bits of choc wrappers between bed and side table. Description need updating as pizza oven and pergola are no longer in place and haven’t been for some time by the look of it. BUT it could be really good with just a bit more attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and location
Duck Tree Lodge exceeded our expectations; it is set in a beautiful location with everything you need to make for a great time away. The cleanliness and the amenities were perfect, the kids had a wonderful time enjoying the open spaces and the adults loved the cosy fire and the tranquility of Woodend. Bianca and Matt were fantastic hosts, making sure everything was just right for our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
We had a fabulous time. The accommodation was perfect for a getaway with our kids, it was spacious and clean and had everything we needed. It’s even better than in the photos. A stunning location, thank you for the perfect space to make some great family memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Adequite
Space good. We were lovely and warm with the fire. Had a nice walk around the block. Good time for all the girls to rest talk drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family break
We loved the house and the timber furniture. Our dogs had a great time in the back yard and the bush out the back. Woodend had all we wanted, farmers market, brew house and supermarket. It was only a 30 minute walk. We spent a lot of time exploring the reservoirs that were all full and overflowing making a spectacular sight at their spillways. As we left, the wood ducks came out of their tree to watch us go.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maree R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
We enjoyed a winter break here - the house was terrific, very cosy and warm and the bush setting of the block is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful peaceful getaway!
This property is beautiful! Great place to take a family, with super gardens for the kids to run around and play, the cubby, footy goals and basketball ring kept them entertained! The house is well located close to the Woodend shops, but in a private setting surrounded by trees and bush. Easy check-in and good communication from host. The place was clean and tidy and we had an awesome stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
It was lovely to walk into a warm house. The wood heater certainly lived up to our expectations. The location was great for exploring nearby towns. Plenty of wildlife in the vicinity too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Woodend is a lovely getaway with Hanging Rock nearby. The property was lovely and the hosts most helpful. Well worth a stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cosy
We chose Woodend for a long weekend getaway and to catch up with family. This was a perfect property peaceful, quiet, and very relaxing. Cosy fire for the cold weather. Very close to Woodend shops but so sheltered and quiet We could have been many miles from traffic and noise. An easy drive to Kyneton and Mt Macedon
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location and hone
Absolutely beautiful surroundings and dwellings. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect piece of Paradise
Great stay for some R&R. Bianca was a pleasure to deal with, great communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Woodend Stay.
Wonderful Property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaos A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
It is lovely for family and romantic get aways
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect escape
Loved the serenity of the property. The wood fire kept us warm. Absolutely loved it. Great with a toddler as there was a cubby house and toys. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely country stay!
We stayed at Duck Tree Lodge for several nights in January 2022 to visit friends who live in the Macedon Ranges. The property is in a gorgeous location surrounded by bush and lots of wildlife – we saw kangaroos and wallabies and loads of parrots - and it is close to town which has everything you need. The location and house are just lovely and provided the relaxing break we were looking for! The house has everything you need including a great kitchen which meant our friends could visit our ‘holiday house’ for dinner, as well as lovely living areas and an enclosed yard for the kids to run around in. Communication with Bianca was seamless and the choccies were a lovely treat. We highly recommend Duck Tree Lodge!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

PETRA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil getaway at Woodend
We stayed for 2 nights in January 2022 after two previously reschedules due to Vic lockdowns. We had initially planned for a Autumn getaway to the macedon ranges but were so glad we got to see the region during the summer. The property was very nicely styled and had all the amenities we needed including a high chair for our near 2 year old, a cot (if we needed), toys and books for the kids, a dog bowl for our furry pooch, some tea and coffee and a bottle of wine. The house would easily accommodate two groups of families with kids or a family with some grandparents since one of the bedrooms was in a master suite area of the house with its own access. Each morning we saw several kangaroos on the property, bunnies, lots of native birds and tonnes of butterflies. It was an easy 2 min drive to town and with so much to explore, we could have easily stayed several more nights. The hosts were so welcoming and had plenty of information for the region and town. Would definitely recommend staying at Duck Tree Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Tenielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape to the country
We had a lovely stay at Duck Lodge which was far more spacious than depicted in the photos. We had 3 generations of family stay for the weekend and we enjoyed the wood heater and idyllic surrounds. Were also fortunate to see a couple of kangaroos. Phone coverage is limited (and no broadband available) but this was fine for us to ‘switch off’ and relax. Chocolates on arrival were a nice touch and communication with Bianca was always prompt and friendly - Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Country Stay
Secluded in the countryside with lots of room and plenty to do all around town. Would defintely recommend for couples or families lookinf for a fun or relaxing stay