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Newstead Nook

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· Newstead, Victoria · 9 acres
Hosted by Blair V.
RV/tent site
· 6 guests max
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This is lovely quiet, open bushland block, close to Newstead and Castlemaine. Cairn Curran Reservoir is only a few kilometres away. Pitch a tent or drive your van in. The amazing little shack onsite offers gas cooking facilities and a sofa so you can relax in front of the beautiful little fireplace. There are great opportunities for taking leisurely walks or rides along the gravel roads surrounding the property. What makes this property special is the awesome shack which can be used for cooking and relaxing. It also has dam and incredible variety of birds, so it is a birdwatching mecca. A shower and portable toilet is available onsite. Water safety note: A dam exists within the property and is located close to the camping area. The dam does not have exclusion fencing and may be a hazard to some. This should be considered prior to booking, particularly if you have young children.Pitch a tent or drive your van in. This site offers a tranquil stop where you can sit back and enjoy the amazing variety of birdlife and also be close to some of the best towns in Victoria. The lovely township of Newstead is only a couple of kilometres away and Castlemaine and Maldon, both a 15 minute drive. The amazing little shack onsite offers gas cooking facilities and a sofa so you can relax in front of the beautiful little fireplace.
Vehicle details
Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 32 feet allowed
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Grass or field
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
No Fifth wheels and Class A RVs
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
6 guests max
Toilet available
Composting toilet
No campfires
The block has very high nature conservation values. You are welcome to light a fire when fire restrictions are not in force in the open d
No pets
Potable water available
Bottled water or jugs
Showers available
Hot water
Cooking equipment present
Private, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station
Picnic table present
Pack it out
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 3 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
Reviews
100% Recommend15 Ratings · 11 reviews
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Rachel B.
5 reviews
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· March 2025
Peaceful spot among the gums…
16 ft Class B
If you are looking to find peace and immerse yourself in nature, this is the perfect spot. Tucked away on a gravel road, the campsite is absolutely beautiful. So much bird life and the occasional kangaroo ! The addition of the facilities in the shack make for an easy, relaxing visit. Plenty to do in the surrounding area or just sit among the trees and breathe. We absolutely loved it and would love to go back in winter and make the most of the woodburner! Blair was great to communicate with from the start and there were very clear instructions for how everything worked. Perfect antidote to the stresses of real life.
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Matt C.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
Peaceful & Comfortable
Tent
I loved staying at Blair's place. It is well setup and the shack has all the creature comforts you'll need. I enjoyed the peaceful surrounds and wildlife. A great place to relax and get away from busy city life.
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Tanya D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
19 ft Class B
We stayed for 7 nights in our campervan and enjoyed every moment there. Blair was a wonderful host and has a lovely well kept property and with the added bonus of the shack, toilet and hot shower we couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing and peaceful getaway. Lots of different birds and we had a visit from an echidna and some kangaroos. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning there again. Thanks again Blair.
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Claire M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · With kids
We had a relaxing stay at Blair’s. The shed had all the essentials, and the privacy of having a site to ourselves was such a luxury. Shame the dam wasn’t fuller but can’t fight an Aussie summer! Blair was kind enough to recommend some local swimming spots. Thanks so much.
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Charlotte F.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· November 2024
Tent
One of the most stress free camps I’ve ever done! Beautiful private space, and fantastic amenities. Was great to have the shack to escape the sun for a bit as not much shade on a hot sunny day. Waterholes nearby for a dip too. We had so much fun and will definitely be back. Thanks so much Blair!
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Ben J.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
13 ft Class B
Beautiful little spot. Very private and quiet. Lots of birdlife. The shack was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We slept in our van but the shack gave us somewhere to hang out while it was raining. Will probably come back and would definitely recommend. Blair was a great host and communicated very well.
Location
Newstead, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dja Dja Wurrung First Nations according to
To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Blair V.

Joined in December 2023

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