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Rural escape with breathtaking views

Family-friendly vacation home with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Dining
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Perched high on a picturesque 100 acres, Charleson Farm offers a serene retreat with panoramic views of the countryside. Relax in front of the wood fire, enjoy a drink on the large covered deck, or unwind in the heated plunge pool.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rural escape with breathtaking views

Charleson Farm was born from our passion for the countryside and the things we hold dear - family, friends, good food and laughter. The property is set high on a stunning 100 acres with spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The spacious modern architectural house provides you with everything to relax and recharge.

Centrally located, it is only 25-35 mins from Lorne, Torquay, Anglesea, Birregurra, Geelong and the attractions of the Great Ocean Road. Three hat restaurant Brae is also close by - transport to and from the restaurant can be arranged.

Charleson Farm is one of the highest rated properties in Australia with 5 star ratings and reviews.

There is high speed NBN to facilitate remote working.

Spacious and comfortable for families / groups:
- Enjoy the views and rural tranquillity
- Relax in front of the wood fire
- Have a drink on the large covered deck
- Watch the kangaroos run by
- Visit the local wineries and berry farms
- Host a dinner party
- Go bush walking in the nearby National Park
- Swim in the pool or at the beach
- Feed the goats and ponies
- Explore the tree house hidden in the pine trees
- Hang out in the games room, or
- Simply do nothing

Charleson Farm has the facilities and space to accommodate multiple families/ groups in comfort:
- Sleeps 14, 11 beds, 5 bedrooms: 3 bedrooms with queen beds, 1 bedroom with a king bed (can be split into 2 singles) and a large bedroom with 6 beds (2 singles that can be made into a king bed, and 2 sets of bunks)
- Most rooms can fit portacots
- 2 modern bathrooms
- The kitchen is modern and includes a dishwasher, microwave and almost everything else you will need. There are 2 large fridges.
- Just off the kitchen is a built in gas BBQ
- There is a laundry with washing machine and dryer
- NBN/Wifi throughout the house
- All rooms have heating and cooling. The main living area also has a wood heater (wood provided), UHD TV, Netflix and Bluetooth speaker .
- Separate large games room complete with table tennis, games console, table soccer, TV, Bluetooth speaker etc
- Cows, ponies, goats and kangaroos to add to the farm feel.
- The house is set up with babies in mind: two portacots, high chair, baby friendly toys, safety locks on cupboards etc
- Heated plunge pool (not spa/hot tub), but the pool temperature is only really suitable for swimming in the warmer months.
- There is a supermarket, chemist, bakery, hotel, swimming pool etc nearby.
- Pet friendly

Please note that the property is not suitable for bucks/hens groups or other groups looking to have loud parties. The property is also not suitable motor bikes or other powered recreational vehicles etc.

Charleson Farm is one of the highest ranked properties in Australia in terms of 5 star ratings and reviews. Charleson in the media:
- Urban List - '10 Best places to stay for large groups'
- Qantas magazine - 'Feels like home'
- Get Lost magazine - 'Wonderful places to stay'
- 'Home for explorers' story
- Channel 9 Postcards show
- Featured on International travel programs
- Several magazine and TV ads

We endeavour to provide a 3pm checkout to enable guests to maximise their stay, but this depends on whether there are other guests arriving that day.

Charleson is a friendly, sustainable environment with a house designed using passive solar architecture to enhance natural light, capture winter sun for warmth and provide shade and cross ventilation in summer. It provides solar energy and rainwater, and the house is kept sparkling with eco-friendly products. Enjoy organic vegetables and herbs straight from the garden. Plastics/paper/glass are recycled, and fruit and vegetable waste can be given to the goats and farm animals who are very eager to sample a range of treats!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,799 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Charleson Farm Modern Luxury Rural Tranquillity
Charleson Farm Modern Comfort Rural Tranquillity
Charleson Farm - Rural Escape With Breathtaking Views Lorne
50243

About the neighborhood

Map
Winchelsea South, VIC

What's nearby

  • Wensleydale Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Torquay Beach - 45 min drive - 43.6 km
  • Anglesea Surf Beach - 45 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Bell's Beach - 46 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 56 min drive - 62.4 km

Getting around

  • Birregurra Station - 30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rural escape with breathtaking views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Rural escape with breathtaking views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural escape with breathtaking views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural escape with breathtaking views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rural escape with breathtaking views located?

This family-friendly Winchelsea South vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wensleydale Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Anglesea Heath Alcoa Agreement Area and Lake Gherang Gherang Wildlife Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Rural escape with breathtaking views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 228 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Great property with ample space and fantastic amenities in a peaceful picturesque setting for a great relaxing stay yet well located to discover all that the delightful Otways and surf coast has to offer.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charleson farm is magical! The hosts were Fantastic- super responsive and great communication before and during our stay. The house was beautifully presented and the property was so much fun to explore. Having the ponies just outside the window (they checked first with us if this was ok or we wanted them in the paddock) was so much fun for everyone. We loved the cows, goats and ponies and spotting the kangaroos too. The teens/ young adults loved a dip in the pool each night as the sun was setting. And the indoor fire was wonderful as the day was very chilly. We will certainly be booking in again to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

80th Celebrations

Perfect location for a family get together. The house was beyond our expectations with ample room for 14 people. We made friends with the ponies and goats and the bush setting and sunsets were amazing. Highly recommend this property. Maria and John were great hosts with precise communication and updates.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sam K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

This place was great for my wife's 50th. Everything needed was here. A great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing rural holiday with family

A beautiful holiday away with family. We will return again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sacha F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would highly recommend for a large group

The property is spacious but also super cosy. The views are amazing and we loved the farm animals. The decor is super tasteful and it had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Markus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Our extended family really enjoyed the property. Very relaxing and it’s great views and plenty of space for everyone to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bree H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Relaxing weekend away

Hi John We had a wonderful weekend, very relaxing! Such a beautiful house and spot. Thanks so much for being wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Lovely stay with 3 generations to celebrate a milestone birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway

We had an amazing time at the property. We had 14 people stay and there was plenty of room for everyone. The kids had an absolute blast and there was something for everything. We did not want to leave! Would definitely recommend and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend

Had a great stay at the farm! Communication with hosts was clear and we were provided with lots of info and ideas on what to do during our stay. Initially it states that the house is a 13 minute walk from lorne.. it was actually about a 40minute drive from lorne but had a great stay regardless of this. Really loved going up and visiting the goats and ponies as well! Thanks John and Maria
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigita R., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic getaway.

This property was ideal for our family getaway and everyone loved it. It is a beautiful house in a peaceful location. The beds were very comfortable and everything we needed was supplied. Communication from the host was excellent. We would love to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rochellee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleson Farm - a real retreat

Waking up to the stunning farmland views after a wonderful night's sleep in the most comfiest of beds was wonderful. The house (and property) had everything you needed and the host messaged to let you know they were there to help if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it all, especially the plunge pool, fire pit and the farm animals

This was the perfect escape from the city for my group of girlfriends. We adored the plunge pool, the spacious living areas and the interactions with the goats and ponies. The hosts were wonderful to communicate with pre and during the stay. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a spacious holiday home for a group of up to 14. We left feeling super relaxed and recharged, and can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape

Driving in the driveway we were met with kangaroos, goats, horses and straight away we all started to unwind. Perfect for our extended family getaway. Everything was well thought out and well stocked. The plunge pool was divine. We would love to all stay again and next time longer! Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

penny c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Penny

Awesome house for a group in a beautiful location but a bit further from the beach than advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply the best

Easily the best weekend get-away I have ever stayed at. The perfect location, a stunning house large enough for everyone, a pool complete with incredible view, veggie patch and of course ponies and goats. Thanks Maria and John for the opportunity to experience Charleson Farm for my 50th birthday. We’ll certainly be back in 2024!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

January Stay

Beautiful house in stunning setting. Clean and thoughtful touches from hosts. However, this house is around 40 minutes outside of Lorne, and the location map on website does not match the actual location. Despite this we had a wonderful stay and would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday stay with the girls

Overall my experience staying at Charlton Farm was amazing. I had great communication from the owner of the property prior to my arrival. The house is a fantastic location if you’re looking for a mini country getaway. The house is full stocked with key essentials to make your stay very pleasant. From board games and outdoor activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Shaun C., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great rural retreat

We had an amazing 7 nights at the farm, the views over the valley were stunning, it was so peaceful, remote, quiet with stunning sun sets & sunrises. The heated small plunge pool was a hit as was the indoor & outdoor fire places. Sitting on the deck listening to nature & the sounds of cows & local birds was delightful as was seeing kangaroo's most days passing over the fields. They also privided all the kitchen pantry items yiu needed & we have booked the place again next year. Thanks John & Maria
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fully equipped house, amazing views

Had a great stay with our family (kids 9, 7 and 3). The house had everything we needed to cook and cater for groups that dropped by for lunch and dinner. Great BBQ, pool was awesome and a real highlight. Living area was really spacious and lots of glass to soak in the views. Fun exploring the property with the animals and tree house. Games room was a bit too. Exactly the experience I was hoping for to share with the family - remote enough to be peaceful, close enough to the Surfcoast and towns for day trips and supplies. Thanks John and Maria
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

We had a party of 12, an extended family spending a weekend here. The setting is gorgeous and so restful. The property has very comprehensive facilities, everything from toys for toddlers, a table football game, table tennis, an outside plunge pool, modern large smart TVs and Netflix streaming, good internet. excellently outfitted dining facilities and a very large BBQ, many ways to make coffee, two fridges, two washing machines, books, board games - The list goes on. There are two bathrooms, the beds are very comfortable and the outlook of the bedrooms is over beautiful countryside. Very responsive owners. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Our stay at Charleson Farm did not disappoint. It was the ideal getaway with my 2 adult children and their families, along with my niece and her family who are visiting from England. After 2 weeks of rushing around the State sightseeing, we spent 2 wonderful nights relaxing at this amazing house enjoying the peace and quiet along with the local wildlife and vistas. The children (aged 11, 9, 7 & 6) loved the tree house, time in the plunge pool and all of the activities in the games room as well as kicking the football and shooting hoops with the balls provided in the cupboard. The firepit was also a great place to relax around in the evenings. A big thanks to hosts John & Maria who were in contact prior to our stay with all the necessary info. We all look forward to going back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mareta E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Along with our 2 daughters, partners, 4 children and 4 dogs, we were joined by our son and grandson from California for a 5-day retreat.Always important to us was, and is, the wish/need to provide as much opportunity for contact-time between siblings and cousins …a family separated by the Pacific Ocean for 15 years. (Emails, Messages, and Messenger Calls are fine, but don’t cut the mustard!) The attention to detail at Charleson is remarkable and the owners need to be commended for it. There was never a kitchen gadget missing, knives were sharp, complementary coffee pods, herbs and spices were much appreciated, as was the delightful local sparkling Riesling etc. (Chilli tomato sauce yet to be savoured.) Too many to mention …the games cupboard, wet weather closet, snakebite/bushfire preparation, books and magazines. The leather-bound introductory folder was so comprehensive, educational (-re snake bites), and enjoyable (learning goats and ponies names and personalities). Except for mealtimes, the young ones happily occupied the games room pretty much all the time. Special attention must be made of the pool which young and adventurous set their clocks for 6.00am to watch stars slowly make way for glorious sunrises (and also sunsets) …and for the hardy ones at other times during the day …despite the rain!  Our fire-pit night was another good opportunity for star gazing as we dodged occasional swirls of smoke.Strongly recommended for your next get-away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tulip T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Getaway

We had an absolutely wonderful time staying at Charleson Farm. The place was spacious enough for 14 of us and the kids were thoroughly entertained with the games room, outdoor fire pit and feeding the animals. The adults found it relaxing just enjoying the amazing views from the property. It was such a memorable family getaway and the kids were sad when it was time to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022