Bonnie Doon is a less popular tourist destination in Victoria, Australia, near Lake Eildon. It was once famous for the Australian comedy series, The Castle. Bonnie Doon has a unique weather situation related to lake conditions. When the lake is full of water, there’s not much you can explore in the area because some parts of the town are covered in water. Bonnie Doon is only an hour and a half’s drive from Melbourne so make sure you check the weather forecast before you drive there for a weekend getaway. Popular for its water activities such as fishing, canoeing, and others, Bonnie Doon has some local attractions from historical sites to cultural events going on. Planning a weekend getaway to Bonnie Doon means planning where to stay. Check out the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Bonnie Doon, Australia, listed below.
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 April 06, 2024.
1. James Street Retreat (from USD 203)
Calling all nature enthusiasts! This rental offering breathtaking lake views and easy access to the shimmering waters of Lake Eildon is a dream come true. Step inside and be amazed by the beautifully designed interiors, where the modern kitchen, dining, and lounge areas blend seamlessly.
No matter the season, you’ll have a blast with a variety of activities, including water sports, fishing, snow skiing, and more. Embrace the outdoors, relax by the fire pit, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. And they’ve got you covered with amenities such as air-conditioning, a washing machine, barbeque, and entertainment options such as board games and DVDs.
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the condiments and little extras in the kitchen (glad wrap etc) were a bonus and a welcoming gesturecomfortable beds & seating areasvery clean and spacious great beds and living area with a view of the lakeCleanliness:
clean quiet and spaciousspacious clean and comfyhouse was clean and spaciousclaire’s place was amazing beautifully presented very clean and spaciousvery homey spacious and cleanHost:
thank you claire you’re a wonderful hostthe host was very kind and accommodatingclaire was helpful and lovely to communicate withwonderful and accommodating hostclaire was always helpful & responsive immediately to all correspondenceRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic homes very spacious and located walking distance to the lakefantastic location for water sports and exploring the areawould recommend this house close to the waterabsolutely amazing place well worth the visit all year round perfect locationit was a perfect location with easy access to the track in both directions
2. The Boat House in Daisy Hill Lodge (from USD 136)
Welcome to this idyllic family-run retreat nestled on 25 acres (10.12 hectares) of natural beauty. Experience the splendor of nature from every corner of this house, designed for a perfect getaway for two. The lodge boasts a charming fusion of modern design and rustic charm, with an indoor fireplace creating a cozy ambiance.
Indulge in a range of activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking in scenic surroundings. Winter enthusiasts can enjoy snowboarding and skiing adventures. Unwind with their resident alpacas, witness stunning sunrises and sunsets, and toast marshmallows around fire pits in the evening.
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very comfortable and the views were stunningin a very cold location the heater and fire place were extremely useful and efficientCleanliness:
it was very clean and well maintainedvery much cleanthis lovely place was very clean and tidythe bathroom and toilet is detached but private and clean toothe boat house was lovely and cleanHost:
the hosts was very helpful and knowledgeable about the areathe hosts were extremely helpful when neededthe hosts are the most welcoming and humble peopledebby and steve were amazing hosts and very generousyour hosts debby and steve are lovely helpful and ready to pleaseRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to mansfield if you need anythinglocation was great only a stone throw the riverfantastic location with nothing to fault reallyan amazingly beautiful location fabulous accomodations and fantastic hoststhe surrounding area is serene and the location itself is easy to access and private
3. The Castle in Bonnie Doon (from USD 147)
The Castle in Bonnie Doon is the personification of the Kerrigans holiday house from the famous Australian TV series, The Castle, with the electricity tower from afar, the Coco dog house, and the same serenity. There are two bedrooms and the house can accommodate up to 5 people. This self-contained house has everything you need from the air conditioning, indoor fireplace, TV, washer, and a fully equipped kitchen. Mount Buller is only one hour’s drive away and Lake Eildon is just across the road where you can go fishing or enjoy other water sports. The lake has a path for you to walk, run, or cycling on the train trail. There is a front verandah with a barbecue set for casual dining and there’s another verandah to relax in while enjoying the serenity after a long day exploring the lake and its surroundings.
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the air conditioner was just powerful enough to cool the place downsuch a fun stay if you’re a fan of ‘the castle’everyone was comfortable and warm with the electric blankets and quiet surroundingsthe house is really well equipped with kitchen stuff bbq kit tv/dvd/ps2highly recommended particularly if your're a fan of the castleCleanliness:
really clean and presented wellthe place is very clean and well organisedwas very clean and the serenity was fantasticthe house was beautifully clean and well presentedwhen we arrived house was kept ready warm for our comfort and was very clean and tidyHost:
the host was excellent and made everything run smoothlymelanie was a great hostmelanie was such a great hostmel was a brilliant host who responded promptly and catered to our special requests with easethe host has done an amazing job making references to even the most tiny details from the movieRead more reviewsLocation:
the place is perfectly located across the lake and near some good hikes and trailsthe location was great and close to the lake which was a beautiful strolllocation of the house is very easy to findnice place to stay near the lakea great location for a long weekend with the kids
4. Top floor of a holiday home (from USD 85)
This accommodation in Bonnie Doon is great for day-trippers since it is located only five minutes from the rail trail. You can use the top floor where there are two bedrooms, a kitchenette that comes with microwave, toaster, kettle, and a bar fridge, a seating room with TV, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi connection. There is a barbecue facility on the ground floor if you want to have an afternoon barbie. Or you can go for a short 15-minute walk to Bonnie Doon Hotel which provides meals every day.
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warm comfortable and stunning viewsbeverley’s place is just great comfortable beds an amazing bathroom the deck is overlooking the local sporting groundwarm welcome on arrival plenty of covered parking massive bathroom with good hot shower and bath well equipped kitchenettegreat night sleep had by all on the very comfy bedsCleanliness:
very clean as wellvery clean and nice and cozyall was spotlessly clean and the linens and towels generously suppliedreally really clean all items are very clean and most of them are brand newits very nice place clean and comfortableHost:
great host and nice accommodationthe host is friendly and helpful tooa cozy home with welcoming and friendly hostsbev is a great hostshe is a lovely host who made sure we had everything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
in a great quiet locationnice place (s) right in the township close to the lakegood location for us to travel to the water for boating and fishingit was the perfect stop off place for us en route from the airport to mt bullercomfortable spacious great location and outstanding hospitality
5. Lovely abode by the lake (from USD 229)
This lovely two-story holiday rental in Bonnie Doon is located nearby Lake Eildon and it has everything you need for a vacation by the lake. There are two bedrooms on the second floor and seven bunk beds on the ground floor. All rooms have reverse cycle air conditioning/heating, a full-size kitchen with an electric oven and stovetop, and a lounge on each floor with a TV. There is a large verandah where you can enjoy dinner and a barbecue overlooking the beautiful lake and there are two sun lounges in the backyard with a fire pit area for entertainment.
During summer you can drive your boat, ride a jet ski at the lake, or go kayaking, swimming, and fishing. In winter, you can bring your snow gear to Mount Buller for skiing, snowboarding, or just for playing with the snow. Head out to the local Bonnie Doon Pub or The Bonnie Bar for some delicious meals, entertainment, or coffee.
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lots of beds and fantastic amenitiesloads of space good cooking facilitiesoh and the toilet flushers was amazing lolCleanliness:
clean well set up houseit was sparkling clean and had nice thoughtful touches everywherethe house is modern clean a quite spaciousrooms are nice and tidyHost:
super host and quick responsesreally great hospitality from the host with quick responsesallison is a great host she responsed to our questions quickly and graciously responding to our requestthe host was helpful and kindly accepted my request to checkout a bit laterhost very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location close to the bridge lookout near bonnie doondecent place at a wonderful locationbeautiful location to go to the lake eildonwe only stayed for the night at allison’s great location close to the lakegreat value for money in a beautiful location
6. Gorgeous home away from home (from USD 353)
De Vine is a modern holiday cottage in Bonnie Doon by the lake with a private jetty access to the lake. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and can accommodate up to nine people. Wi-Fi connection, TV, air conditioning, and indoor fireplace are available in the property along with a fully equipped kitchen. There is a verandah overlooking the lake with a dining table and a barbecue facility that you can use to enjoy your holiday by the lake. Some family amenities such as a crib, high chair, and children’s books and toys are also available in the property.
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the kitchen is very well equipped (including a nice coffee machine ) with many food staples suppliedde vine getaway is a beautiful house with an open fireplace & spacious roomsCleanliness:
their house is absolutely amazing clean spacious & very homeybedrooms and bathrooms are very clean and comfortablebeautiful place great attention to details very clean loved the balconythis house is great clean and got everything you need pauline and sam have done it wellthe house was perfect exactly as per the photos very clean and tidyHost:
pauline and sam were great hostspauline and sam were amazing hosts made all of us feel incredibly accommodated and comfortablethe hosts couldn't have been any more helpful and the house was amazinghosts were easy to communicate with would stay again with older childrenwe had the best experience with this house and the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to get away from the hustle and bustlewould also be a lovely place to stay in summer with the lake so close
7. Secluded bungalow with mountain views (from USD 129)
When in Victoria, experience the locale the best way possible, away from the city bustle. Book this secluded sweet escape in the lush woodlands, close to the most exotic fauna and flora you could find in Australia. This private property is great for two guests with its one bedroom. Access to a front porch with patio seating is the first perk upon arriving at the house. There is a living room with comfy seating, a dining area cum kitchen where guests can prepare their meals with the help of updated cookware and appliances. The bathroom is clean and functional with toiletries and shower essentials for guests’ convenience. This property’s best features is its stunning views of Lake Eildon and hiking paths to nearby mountains, definitely a spot to check out for nature enthusiasts and outdoorsy folks.
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the property was warm cosy and exceptionally cleanHost:
the hosts glen and jilly were super accommodatingreally nice place with great hostsglen and jilly are great hosts and talked to us about their lovely country lifejilly glen sid and doris are the most welcoming and thoughtful hosts you could ever imaginethe hosts welcomed us like old friends and were available to assist in any possible wayRead more reviewsLocation:
such a beautiful place in a truly peaceful locationthe location is brilliant for accessing the lake and local townsthis is a perfect place for a relaxing weekend awayglen and jilly's place is perfectly secluded in the bushthoughtful and kind and a beautiful place to clear your head
8. Luxury country house
You will experience a luxury holiday by staying at this retreat house. It’s a modern house with extensive rock and timber design, and it’s located on the top of the Lake Eildon. It offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it’s perfect for a small group holiday for up to eight people. There are two lounge areas with a TV, a wood-burning fireplace, and a stunning fully equipped kitchen with a large dining area. The house also comes with a verandah with an eight-seater table overlooking the lake. Perfect for a relaxing dinner during beautiful nights! Within 900 meters (0.56 miles), you will reach the Great Victorian Rail Trail, the longest trail in Victoria. And within 20 kilometers (12.43 miles) from Mansfield, you can enjoy horse-riding, walking, or running. The house has a helipad and offers helicopter charter if you wish to fly to Craigs Hut, Mount Buller, Dargo Pub for lunch, or Gap Getaway Pub for a hamburger and drink. It’s a total luxury weekend getaway!
Bonnie Doon, Victoria, Australia
16.13 km (10.1 mi) from Great Victorian Rail TrailTop guest reviews
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the space provided many seating areas for a very comfortable staythe beds are amazingly comfortable and the house is equipped with everything you could possibly needCleanliness:
dry creek retreat is a beautiful housewe loved our stay at dry creek retreathouse was very welcoming clean and well equippedthe house was spotless and the extra touches that lara provided were well appreciatedthere was everything we needed and the place was spotlessly cleanHost:
host was very acommodating and responsive we enjoyed every minute of our staylara is a responsive hospitable host who welcomed us with a thoughtful hamperRead more reviewsLocation:
absolute bliss this place loved every secondsurrounded by beautiful nature and tranquility close to the bike trail and mansfield/bonnie doon
9. Huge space with views of Eildon
If you are travelling with a group of friends or family, this accommodation will give you the best experience of staying at Bonnie Doon with a touch of luxury. The house is spacious and it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It can accommodate more than 16 people at the same time! A spacious fully equipped kitchen with a common room overlooking the lake is available in the property, along with the air conditioning, TV, and heating facilities. There is a long verandah around the house overlooking the Lake Eildon where you can sit and enjoy the scenery with your cup of tea. Kayaks are available and there is private lake access from the property.
19.06 km (11.9 mi) from Great Victorian Rail Trail
10. Gorgeous country cottage
This beautiful four-bedroom cottage comes with lake views to give you that true countryside atmosphere. The cottage can accommodate up to 10 people and it comes with a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi connection, TV, air conditioning, and some family amenities. Since it’s located on the ridge, you can see Lake Eildon from afar while enjoying the serenity of the well-established trees and an abundance of natural wildlife.
17.79 km (11.1 mi) from Great Victorian Rail Trail
11. Country house for 10
A country house with a modern touch, this is the place to be when you are looking for an accommodation at Bonnie Doon with natural surroundings. The house is located inside a private property of 63 acres (25.5 hectares) of nature and it’s located 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) from the Lake Eildon but has the most beautiful lake view from the top as the sun rises and sets over the lake. With four bedrooms, the house can accommodate up to 10 people. There is a brand new glossy kitchen with the latest cooking utensils, TV, and an indoor fireplace. This home supports green energy, so the house uses solar power backed up by a generator for electricity, a wood fire for heating, and ceiling fans for cooling. There is an outdoor verandah with an outdoor barbecue.
Bonnie Doon, Victoria, Australia
15.45 km (9.6 mi) from Great Victorian Rail TrailTop guest reviews
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this is a very comfortable house with brilliant viewsthe two double bed bedrooms are equally nice both got incredible viewsremembering to put the fan on improved the heat output significantlyCleanliness:
the place is very clean and fully equippeda clean and well organised private home tucked away on a side of a hillRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely house in a beautiful location stocked with everything you need for a couple of days awaygreat place for a quick get-away from the citywe have stayed at daniele's place a number of times now such a beautiful locationthe house was clean well equipped and impressively well organised (power heat and water) given its remote location
12. Lakeside house for big groups
If you’d like to spend the holiday with a big group of friends and families, this accommodation is your choice for a holiday by the lake. This accommodation has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to 13 guests. You can even hold a small event here! Other facilities are the fully equipped kitchen where you enjoy cooking your own meals, air conditioning, indoor fireplace, TV, and a travel crib if you come with your toddlers. The accommodation has views of Lake Eildon and you can spend your day’s boating, swimming, fishing, canoeing, water skiing, or just simply do nothing but relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Within a short drive, you can reach Mount Buller for snow skiing.
Bonnie Doon, Victoria, Australia
14.24 km (8.9 mi) from Great Victorian Rail TrailAccommodates: 13
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good views from living room and deckplenty of hot water aircon and kitchen was all goodthe house is exactly as its described very warm and cozy once we got the fireplace goingCleanliness:
clean tidy everything you needcomfortable cosy and clean housetroy’s place is neat & cleanthe place nice and clean and he replies back quickthe lake is a very dry but still beautifulHost:
troy was a great hosthost troy has offered help if we needed anythinggreat spot and excellent hostthe host made it ready and getting in was easythe host had very good communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
the house location is nicehouse and location just amazinggreat location and value for moneygreat house with a very good location just outside mainsfieldgreat location nice quiet area on the water
13. Charming open-plan studio
Located in the charming little town of Churches of Yarck Step, this radiant open-plan studio apartment is ideal for couples or two guests traveling to Victoria. This two-bedroom property has a spacious living room cum dining area and kitchen with comfortable furniture and functional appliances and cookware. There is a clean bathroom with shower essentials and toiletries provided. Other amenities include an indoor fireplace, air conditioning, heating, and free parking on the premises. An outdoor patio and garden area is accessible for guests to just relax and be surrounded by nature after a long day out.
Yarck, Victoria, Australia
16.14 km (10.1 mi) from Great Victorian Rail TrailSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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great value very stylish place - and with a breakfast voucher to bucks cafe included would definitely recommendbucks (where you can spend the breakfast voucher) across the road is also a great eaterythe breakfast voucher for bucks bakery was a great addition and really added to the experiencelarge spacious room and great for familiesCleanliness:
place was not just very clean but beautiful (better than the pictures)cozy ex church clean good breakfast place across the roadHost:
overall delightful accommodation and hostwilliam lauren and ben were great hostschecking in and out was simple and william was responsive onlinethe rectory is a unique space and excellent value for money and the hosts communication is excellentthe double sided fire by the bath was next level very helpful and responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect little get away central location and is only a short drive from many different spotsit is at the doorstep of many interesting places to visitit is a great place to stay super cutethe rectory is a great place for valuei love this place the location is peaceful and the accommodation is delightful
14. Tranquil getaway
This authentic country house is located only five minutes from Bonnie Doon and a one-hour drive from Mount Buller. It comes with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it can accommodate up to six people. TV, an indoor fireplace, and other essentials are available in the property along with a fully equipped kitchen. Please note that there is no Wi-Fi connection and that mobile network is not available. You will have to drive down to the end of the road to get mobile network service. There are a lot of things to do here, from snow skiing in winter and water sports in summer. You can go for a motorbike riding at Strathbogie Rangers or a push Bike riding on the track nearby. There is a swimming pool where you can swim and relax while reading a book and have a barbecue. You will not miss your mobile network while you are staying in this house!
Woodfield, Victoria, Australia
11.81 km (7.4 mi) from Great Victorian Rail TrailAccommodates: 6
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if you are lucky with the weather you can enjoy the swimming pool as well (as we did)we specially loved the fireplace in living area and billiard tablewe needed a place to stay and be comfortable because we were heading to the snow the next dayCleanliness:
clean and roomy house with a clean poolhouse was very clean and offered all the essentials for the stayHost:
tracey was an awesome hosttracey was a great host extremely quick to reply to messageshouse nicely stocked up with necessities by ownerthanks again tracey for being a great hostgreat play room and lots of board games and tracey is a great host tooRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect place if want to relax away from city like lifegrouse place to stay close enough to civilisation but not too close comfy great view tooit’s a great place to relax with friends and family to play games and watch tv
We're going to Bonnie Doon
Bonnie Doon is surely your getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city to the calm and relaxing town surrounded by nature and a beautiful lake. You can start by fishing, swimming, or jet skiing at the lake and end your day relaxing on your outdoor verandah. Alternatively, you have the option to choose a Stayz accommodation near Lake Eildon for a memorable time, or an Airbnb rental in Mansfield.
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