Idyllic Tiny House Loft with Amazing Surrounding Open Fields and Wildlife in Victoria, Australia

Explore new sights and unwind in the slow backcountry pace. Where you can take in to enjoy the surrounding open fields, dense woods, and farm animals. Close to panoramic views, city lights in the distance, walking and riding trails, and the city of Ballarat, which is only a 15-minute drive away.



The Space:

It is a perfect farm staycation for vacationers looking to experience living off-grid with a well-equipped kitchenette, pot-bellied stove, queen-sized bed up in the loft, and a couch on the ground floor. If you plan to cook, the kitchenette has everything to cook your light meals, such as cooking tools, cutlery, and a portable electric cooler fridge.



The bathroom, however, 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 weekend 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 other guests on the property as we have 2 other tiny houses on the same property.



Guest Access:

Guests will have access to the tiny house and its surrounding areas, except the land host's private residence.



The Neighborhood:

Golden Plains sits in a small town in Golden Plains Shire near Ballarat, Victoria. Where you can enjoy scenic views, natural parks, bushwalking, and bike riding trails.



Our local recommendations:



- Ballarat Wildlife Park features native Australian animals including koalas, wombats, quokkas & crocodiles.

- Enfield State Park is a popular activity that features various ranges of walking tracks of various lengths and terrain.

- Boden's Water Race is a challenging route that requires an average of 1 h 17 min of bushwalking or hiking to complete.

- Nimmons Bridge is Victoria's fourth-tallest timber trestle rail bridge, located 3 km from Scarsdale on the way to Cape Clear.

- Ballarat Walking Trails offers 22 scenic bushwalking and bike riding trails, including Lake Wendouree, and the Goldfields Track.



Getting Around:

By car:



- 8 km drive to and from Smythsdale

- 17min (or 18km) drive to and from Ballarat

- 1 hr and 40 min (or 138 km) drive from Melbourne



By public transport:



- Train or bus from Melbourne to Ballarat train station are available, or you can take an Uber or taxi to the property

- Please note that bus runs from general store on Tuesday and Thursday



Other Things to Note:

- No WiFi

- Solar-powered

- No smoking allowed on the property

- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed

- Wood fire box is available to provide heat inside

- Good mobile reception for Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone

- Please do not enter animal paddocks or yards without the land host's permission

- Please note that we have a pet dog, an old horse, 7 sheep, and 2 dams on our property

- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge

- Make sure to close the windows and doors, turn off the lights and electronics (e.g., especially chargers)



Guest Advisory



- No pets are allowed until the electric fence is built to prevent neighbor's dogs from coming into the property

- Please advise that there will be some animal and tractor noise during your stay with us as we are a working farm that cares for animals and crops.



Important note:



- Guests are advised to bring portable power banks in case of low power

- Guests are also advised to save energy to avoid running out of electricity

- USB ports will be provided to guests for charging devices to conserve energy

- Please charge your phone and electronics in advance in case of low-light days

- 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

- Please be advised that there will be other guests as there are two other tiny houses on the property

- 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.