When traveling in Australia, one state that you would not want to skip is Victoria. The state is blessed with natural beauty such as mountains and beaches. It is also loaded with top-notch attractions that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Animal lovers must visit Melbourne Zoo that is home to more than 300 animal species not only from Australia but also from around the globe. Meerkats and lemurs are among people’s favorites. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens is a nature lover’s paradise as it houses about 50,000 individual plants, garden beds, lakes, wetlands, and woodlands. Great Otway National Park is the perfect place for indulging in adventure activities such as hiking, camping, mountain biking, and horse riding. For a great stay, check out this list of the top cottages for rent in Victoria, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 23, 2024.
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1. Charming 1930's cottage in Blackwood (from USD 99)
Are you looking for charming cottages to stay in Victoria? Discover the allure of this original 1930s cottage in the heart of Blackwood. With a bedroom featuring a comfortable double bed and another room with two single beds, it’s ideal for family getaways or retreats with friends. The well-equipped kitchenette and quaint dining area provide a cozy space for meals.
But the real charm lies outdoors. Step onto the deck or patio to take in breathtaking mountain views. Lounge on the porch while the barbecue grill sizzles with culinary delights. The garden offers a tranquil retreat, and with air conditioning and a washer at your disposal, your stay is truly worry-free. Adventure seekers can hit the Domino Trail Alternate Trailhead, while nature enthusiasts will find solace exploring Ruths Gully Reference Area and Lerderderg State Park.
2. Cozy cottage retreat in Buninyong (from USD 84)
Nestled in the picturesque township of Buninyong, this cottage is your perfect getaway. With one bedroom boasting a comfortable queen-sized bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a pristine bathroom, your comfort is assured. But that’s not all; this accommodation in Victoria, Australia offers more than just a place to rest your head. Stay connected with WiFi, beat the heat with air conditioning, and enjoy the great outdoors with a barbecue grill, and a lovely porch.
As the sun sets, cozy up by the fireplace, or dine al fresco on the deck or patio. This cottage even features a kitchenette for your convenience and a beautiful garden. Plus, you’re in the ideal location to explore the area’s numerous walking trails or indulge in biking, be it mountain or road cycling.
3. Headland, Daylesford (from USD 234)
This cottage is rather special because it is one of Daylesford’s originals. It is situated in a quiet area, thus promising a serene stay. The cottage features a soft queen-size bed for two people. For your entertainment, the cottage provides a flat-screen television and Blu-ray player. There’s a patio and a garden for outdoor relaxation. The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, dishes, silverware, stove and oven for your cooking needs.
Top guest reviews
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the cottage is absolutely lovely very cosy and comfortableit was a bit chilly first thing in the morning but the heater soon warmed the place upCleanliness:
very comfortable clean and well appointed and loved the stylingit was extremely clean and tidy with a fabulous bathroom and kitchen with everything you could possibly needlinda's place is amazing clean stylish and great locationlovely cosy little cottage that was charming and very cleanso welcoming and cleanHost:
linda is the best hostlinda and neale are excellent hostsgreat stay and great hostlinda was so helpful with recommendations for local placeslinda's communication and instructions were great she was a lovely hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location - walking distance to the lake the main strip and the farmers marketeasy walk into town so location was fantastic alsoit is a very cute cottage in a great locationa beautiful home in a great location within walking distance of the main street and lakelovely place to stay perfect location for all local daylesford attractions
4. Le Petit Palais du Port, Portarlington
This cottage is suitable for solo adventurers or couples as it comes with one bedroom. It also has one bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, reverse cycling air conditioning and heating, and a lounge area with a Netflix-ready TV and comfy chairs, ideal for indoor relaxation. There’s also a private courtyard with garden furniture and a Weber barbecue grill for a nice cookout.
91.99 km (57.2 mi) from Sovereign HillAccommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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nicely appointed inside - step up to bedCleanliness:
accommodation was comfortable and very cleanwonderfully clean and comfortable thank you jeanetteHost:
wonderful hospitality and lovely hosthost was great so accommodatingon arrival janette our host was very welcoming & assisted us on places to eat outowner janette is a fantastic friendly host and provides plenty of useful local knowledgea warm welcome from ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for a staylocation is perfect and you can walk everywheregreat location had a relaxing staylocation was great with a short walk to the beach and out for dinnerplace is super neat and tidy and janette is a legend
5. The Shack, Horsham (from USD 103)
This cottage is located right on Wimmera River, about a five-minute drive away from the market town of Horsham. Up to four people can stay in this cottage as it offers two single beds and one queen-size bed. Extra pillows and blankets, as well as room-darkening shades, are available for added convenience.
The cottage features a television with a Chromecast, along with a sound system and some books and reading material, so you always have something to do when you are not out exploring the town. The kitchen is well-equipped for your cooking and baking needs.
Top guest reviews
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charming and comfortable it presents better than the photos lookall rooms including the bathroom enjoy restful views over lightly treed pastureamazing property amazing facilities (including wifi so working there was great and easy)it is both comfortable and rustic a difficult balance that is done wellsuper clean stylish comfortable with great amenities and surrounded by beautiful natureCleanliness:
clean and tidyit was sparkling clean and so restorative to spend time therethe shack was clean comfortable and downright amazingit was clean rustic comfy and serenekids (and adults) will love it accommodation was very clean and comfortableHost:
buffy was a wonderful host who made a new place feel like homebuffy is helpful and friendly and certainly deserves her super-host statusbuffy is a most excellent hostwonderful hosts who have clearly created something special herebuffy wonderful host and welcome us and our dogsRead more reviewsLocation:
property is close to the grampians for awesome hikesamazing location with sweet little touchesbeautiful location the shack has so many thoughtful and cute touchesthe location was great - close to horsham and also to mt zero and the grampiansthe shack is cute cozy and well equiped place
6. The Cottage on Beach Road, Torquay (from USD 73)
This cottage is located in the heart of Torquay, so a stay here puts you within walking distance of the cafes, supermarkets, restaurants, and local attractions. Equipped with a queen-size bed in the bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room, the cottage can host not more than four people. There is a private bathroom that can be accessed via the bedroom only.
The cottage benefits from plenty of windows that can give you the sunlight you need in the morning. You can relax on the deck while admiring the sunset or unwind in the shared courtyard.
Top guest reviews
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house is great overall but if you need wifi that works this is not the spotthe cottage is stylish and comfortable particularly for traveling with an infantthe cottage on the beach is private very stylish comfortable and well designedCleanliness:
sweet little hideaway clean and feels very secludedthe place was lovely and cleanvery clean and well presented with everything you need for a short staythe place was clean modern private and very comfortablevery clean and we enjoyed our stay despite the minor issues (used our towels as oven mitts)Host:
the owners were very welcoming and informativefabulous and easy hosts who were very accomodatingbeautiful stay hosted by lovely soulsall in all a great stay with friendly and communicative ownersgreat spot for everything and very helpful insights into the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance of the beachlocation was great only a quick walk to the beachbeautiful place in a great locationnicole’s place is in a great locationit is in such a great location very quiet and close to all the amazing spots in torquay
7. Honeysuckle, Lorne (from USD 107)
Surrounded by lush greenery, this cottage in Lorne is perfect for those looking to spend time in nature. It comes with one bedroom that has a queen-size bed and a single bed in the living room. The cottage welcomes up to three people.
The cottage offers unlimited wireless internet access, so you can stay connected with everyone back home. There is also a smart television and a Blu-ray player to keep you company during the day. When you get peckish, you can prepare delicious meals in the kitchen that comes with cooking basics, a grill, a microwave, and a gas stove.
Top guest reviews
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we ate breakfast on the balcony with some cockatoo friends and enjoyed the naturethe place felt cozy and the amenities provided were thoughtfulthe cottage is newly renovated light and comfortablethe place is very cozy and has a amazing viewit was comfortable warm and had all we neededCleanliness:
super clean as wellvery clean and comfortableabsolutely clean as a whistleimmaculately clean and well equippedeverything was incredibly clean and comfortableHost:
rachel was a very responsive hostrachel was really helpful and quick with her responses to usrachel was a great host and we look forward to visiting again in the futurethe place was extremely cosy and rachel is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location a short drive or a reasonable walk to lorne town centregreat location and a nice quiet place for a summer getawayfantastic value given the locationawesome place loved the location and stylewe loved the location above and on the outskirts of lorne
8. Grampians Hillside Retreat, Halls Gap
Surrounded by verdant greenery and mountains, this cottage guarantees a peaceful stay for four people. It has a living room with a comfy sofa set and a TV, a kitchen to prepare homemade meals, and a patio with a barbecue grill and outdoor furniture for relaxing. The main bedroom has a queen-size bed, while the second bedroom has two single beds. Active guests can indulge in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and mountain walks nearby.
Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia
127.36 km (79.2 mi) from Sovereign HillSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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the heaters were working well as well with each heater in a roomher kitchen amenities were also great and it was a very lovely stay for usgreat location and breakfast on the deck surrounded by kangaroos was a highlightwe went during late winter / early spring and really appreciated the heated bedsextremely comfortable beds leather couches a fully supplied kitchen etc meant complete luxuryCleanliness:
very clean and tidyfantastic little place sparkling clean with all the bells and whistlesbeautiful place and very cleansparkling clean with additional thoughtful touchesit was incredibly clean and well equippedHost:
the host was more than helpfulfiona was a fabulous hostfiona was an outstanding host very informative and generousgreat information on the area given by the hostfiona was very helpful and checkin was seamlessRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and beautifully decoratedsuch a lovely convenient locationa wonderful house in a unique locationthe location was fantastic and was close to grampians national park where we were visiting5 star accommodation the location was perfect
9. Cozy cottage near the beach, Cowes (from USD 116)
Situated just 100 meters (328 feet) away from the beach, this 3-bedroom cottage can host up to 5 guests. The first bedroom has a king-size bed, the second one offers a queen-size bed, while the third bedroom has two single beds.
It also has a full kitchen for home cooking. The living room is designed for relaxing and features a fireplace, comfy couches, and a TV. The cottage also provides a wood heater to keep you warm during the winter months.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
another wonderful family stay in this clean well appointed and spacious propertyhighly recommended if you are looking for a nice clean budget accommodation in cowesHost:
owners were fabulous to deal withgreat stay and very welcoming hosts they even had the fire going on arrivalbeautiful dog friendly beach just down the road (check tides as it disappears) and plenty of roommost of all the communication with the hosts was the best i have ever experiencedbeach at the end of the street comfy beds clean great location owners easy to contactRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the location so close to the beachliked the the walking distance from the beach fireplace was cozyperfect place for a breakwe returned because we liked it especially its location 100 metres from the beachgreat location right on the beach and only a short walk to the shops on cowes
10. Frog Cottage, Ventnor
Situated between Cowes and Penguin Parade, this one-bedroom Stayz accommodation in Ventnor can sleep four people. The bathroom lets you have a refreshing shower whenever you want. The best feature of the cottage is perhaps its large garden. Native birds and wildlife such as echidnas and koalas stop by occasionally. Cowes Beach is just 700 meters (2297 feet) from the cottage and is ideal for fishing and swimming with kids.
152.66 km (94.9 mi) from Sovereign HillAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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the queensize bed was super comfortable and furnished well with plenty of pillows and blanketsbed super comfortable with excellent block out blinds for a slow weekend wake upCleanliness:
perfect location very clean and privateHost:
thoroughly recommend this host and property to anyone wanting a quiet restful getawayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to see all of phillip islandbeautiful property in the best of places with beaches in walking distance and wildlife aboundthe cottage was in a great location and in easy walking distance to the beach and corner storeshort walk to a great beach perfect swimming spot for little ones and adults alikeit was a very relaxing stay close to so many places and stayed very warm in the room
11. Parkwood Cottage, Lavers Hill
This cottage offers you an opportunity to reconnect with nature, as it is set amidst a natural rainforest, whose inhabitants include local creatures such as glowworms and birds. The cottage provides you with free tea and coffee throughout your stay.
A soak in a hot tub is what you need after a day of outdoor adventure. There is also a wood fire that can create a cozy atmosphere. A barbecue grill, a television and a DVD player are other amenities on offer.
130.6 km (81.2 mi) from Sovereign HillAccommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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this cottage has everything you might need but nothing extra taking up spaceThe wood heater was a lovely touch although it wasn't cold enough to need itIt was so amazing to be able to have our dogs with usThe cabin was very clean and the spa bathroom sparkledThe beautiful canopied driveway leads you through the property to a quaint cottage with a shady fenced yard for my 2 small dogsCleanliness:
The rain forest and billabong were very specialThe cabin was spotlessly clean and well appointedHost:
so we contacted the owner via text message and phone to ask for assistanceThe property was advertised as having a spa bath and was a key reason why I booked it Upon arrival we found the tap to the spa bath was not operationalWe called and texted the owner twice and they did not respond at all over our 3 night stayThe fire was so nice & easy to lightWe thoroughly enjoyed our stay even though the weather was not kind to usRead more reviewsLocation:
Tucked away in the greenery is this cute littleWe had a lovely time here Really enjoyed the setting and quietness ThankyouWe also found lots of great on and offCottage itself was pretty and had enclosed area for dogs Nice to get away and escape for a few daysit is such a change from dry landscapes
12. Well-furnished cottage with a balcony, Halls Gap
This cottage is located in a secluded area among the treetops, ideal for those looking for a tranquil stay. It features a queen-size bed and a double bed and can accommodate couples or a small family of four. A heater is at your disposal when the weather gets cold. As a guest, you can also have access to the well-equipped kitchen, a living room with comfy couches, and a balcony.
127.74 km (79.4 mi) from Sovereign HillAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fortunately the air conditioner worked really wellcomfy and cozy with wood heater fantastic views and everything you whim would desireCleanliness:
simple accommodation cosy clean and all you needHost:
the friendly cockatoos and blue wrens provided extra cheerowners were great to deal with and very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy walk into town and all restaurantsgreat place for a getaway neat and tidy and close to town
Explore the Garden State
Victoria is one of the smallest states in the country but packs a punch when it comes to natural, cultural and historical attractions. But before your trip begins, be sure to book one of the above listed cottages in Victoria, Australia, for a memorable experience.
If you’re looking for a truly unique stay, consider checking out the beachfront Airbnb vacation rentals, where you can enjoy stunning views and direct access to the beautiful beaches that Victoria has to offer.
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