1 site · Lodging2 acres · Reefton, VICEscape to nature where trees and rivers take away your stress. Sleep on 3 single pallet beds in a cute bell tent amongst soaring tall trees and set your mind, body and spirit free.
Imagine waking to birdsong and the gentle sound of the burbling brook at the edge of these glorious two acres of tall tree open forest.
Boil yourself a billy on the communal fire or byo gas bbq and sip tea in bed or gaze at the birds, trees or river and breathe in the serenity.
You are away from everything here. This is camping at its best: quiet, away from it all, yet plenty to do if you want to.
There are camp toilets, a washing up area and a small communal fridge. An open air shower is available (a hot bath in an outdoor claw foot bath $10 cash) or invigorate yourself with a bathe in the shallow crystal clear clean river. Rainwater tank water is available. You just bring bedding.
Sleep in or read under the trees, splash in the creek or explore the incredible beauty of the surrounding area. The property adjoins state forest and is protected in a private little valley.
Onsite massages, Reiki, Meditation and Deep Relaxation sessions are on offer and one day and half day tours of the local area will surprise and delight.
On early morning walks, you might spy the elusive native platypus or fish for a trout. Toboggans are available for hire to enjoy the nearby snow in winter.
There are a range of local walking trails, bike trails and activities for the whole family or have a romantic picnic with your beloved/s in nature. Located only 1.5 hours from Melbourne, there is good Telstra phone range.
It is only 10 mins from the historic Reefton Pub with its delicious country meals, live music and famous Thurs eve trivia nights or just 20 mins away are the quirky Warburton's cafes and sublime arts scene.
There's history, water parks, wineries, Healesville Sanctuary, the Ada Tree (Victoria's tallest tree) and the famous Redwood Forest is only 10 mins drive.
Some info so you know the set up:
- You must arrive in daylight. It is not safe to try and park in the dark and find your way. If you arrive after dark you will need to park on the street until morning.
- There is a short walk from your car to the campsite area.
- There is a short steep downhill with steps from the campsites to the creek.
- My partner and I live on the property in a small cottage. We love camping visitors staying and we love privacy and peace as much as you do.
- A cat, rabbit and chooks live there too. If your kids want to hold the chooks or collect eggs for your breakfast we can arrange that.
- All dogs & cats must be on a leash at all times and if it barks or a nuisance you will have to leave.
- There are dogs in neighbouring properties who sometimes bark.
- We are close to the gloriously beautiful Warburton-Marysville-Healesville scenic drive so occasionally there may be sounds of traffic.
- Toilets are basic camping toilets in toilet tents
- We have planted screening trees/bushes but until they grow up more you can still see the neighbours cottages from some angles.
Come and enjoy, it's close enough for one night or more, however you will want to stay forever!
Other things to note:
Relax, recharge and restore yourself, family, friend, even dogs and horses, in nature, not far from Melbourne but a world away in tranquil natural surroundings.
Leave the noise, crowds, pollution and stresses of cities or your daily grind behind and find yourself at this Peaceful Mountain River Campsite tucked away in cool temperate rainforest in the Upper Yarra Valley's hidden secret called Reefton.
Nearby there is a rustic pub, picturesque farms, national parks, forests and rivers, nature, quiet and fresh air.
This is a place to rest, rejuvenate, recover or get out and about to enjoy a large range of scenery, nature, recreation, history, arts or entertainment nearby. The property consists of 2 peaceful open forested acres bordered by a river and adjoined with state forest.
Staying in the bell tent with a solar light you can let the burbling brook serenade you to sleep and birdsong greet you to a day of relaxation. Also great for fishing, paddling or just sit by the water and dream.
Our cottage is nearby but not too close and the bell tent is amongst the magnificent tall trees and lush ferns to enjoy nature at it's best.
An onsite parking space is provided and it is a short walk down a slope to the bell tent.
The river is shallow, there is a bit of a steep slope with steps to get to it and has stones on the bottom so crocs/river sandals are recommended.
No responsibility taken for state of steps or accessing the creek. Alternatively a swimming hole is located at a different part of the river upstream the end of our street - about 30 sec drive or 10 min walk.
Guests will have access to a shared bar fridge and camp compost toilets and washing up station.
Guests can drink the available water which is rain water double filtered or BYO drinking water.
There is a communal fire pit available, so guests can enjoy a campfire in the evenings, which can also be cooked upon if you bring your own grill/billy. Please abide by any local fire restrictions during your stay.
A post and rail horse yard can fit 6 horses who get along though it is small so they will need to be out during the day. A shelter can fit two ponies.
The Sanctuary is on the glorious Warburton - Marysville - Healesville Curcuit so there may be occasional sound of a car or bike.
Speaking of sound, this is a peaceful spot. We do not allow amplified/speaker/radio music. No exceptions. Please bring your headphones if you want music and don't wreck the serenity for others.
We are only 10 mins from the famous Redwood Forest, the Ada Tree walk, Little Peninsula Tunnel, Big Peninsula Tunnel and the Thai Forest Bhuddist Monastery.
All the quirky delights of Warburton are only 20 mins away including the Mt Donna Buang Summit Scenic Tower, Rainforest Gallery, restaurants, shops, swing bridges, water park, riverside walks, picnic areas, historic Arts Centre with regular cinema and live performances, the unique Bob's Place, art studios and more.
The nearby Aqueduct trail takes you on any part of a 30km route through magnificent rainforest for walkers, riders and cyclists and the Upper Yarra Dam has scenic views over mountains and water.
Half an hour away is both the Lake Mountain x-country ski fields and tobogganing and the Mt Donna Buang scenic snow and tobogganing in winter. We have 2 toboggans available for hire.
Getting there is best by car however you can cycle the Warburton Rail trail and then cycle to our place or get on the bus from Lilydale station and ask to be dropped off at the last stop in East Warburton (Valentine Road).
Bikes can travel on the bus and then in our ute when we pick you up (by prior arrangement).
While this is the perfect spot to do nothing or bushwalking, fish, paddle, you can enhance or deepen your restoration of mind-body-spirit or mental, emotional and physical health with onsite Restorative Yoga, Reiki, Bodywork and guided Meditation/Deep Relaxation. Half day and full day tours are available. All By prior arrangement.
Here are attractions in list form:
Markets Festivals
Fishing
Rustic local Pub
Picnics
Swimming
Kayaking
Rafting
Tubing
Mtn biking
Road cycling
Dirt biking
Art Photography
Visit The Ada Tree, Victoria's largest tree
O'Shannassy Trail
Redwood Forest
Art studios
Warburton Visitor information centre
Historic Warburton Waterwheel
Blue Lotus Water Garden
Upper Yarra Arts Centre
La La Falls
Rainforest Gallery
Acheron Way
Healesville Sanctuary
Black Spur
Art & Gourmet Trails
Lake Mountain snow
Exploring Historic Trail
Onsite Wellbeing
Golf course with spectacular views, restaurant/bar
Wineries
Scenic drives
Horseriding trail rides
Mount Donna Buang with tower top scenery in summer and snow play in winter
Mt Little Joe and the backstairs track
Warburton Swing Bridge
Do nothing...or do something...or do lots - it is up to you and it is all here!
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