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The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

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TV, fireplace, video game console, Netflix
Exterior
Exterior
Interior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Newstead, VIC
  • Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve
    5 min drive
  • Cairn Curran Reservoir
    8 min drive
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol
    12 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    54 min drive

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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.

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

Comfortably sleeping four people, The Mia Mia has a separate kitchen area which has a fridge, kettle, chopping board, cups, plates, glasses, wine glasses, and utensils. We provide basic cooking ingredients including salt, pepper, oil and sauce, and complimentary coffee, tea, and long life milk.

COVID: we take the safety of our guests seriously and have introduced enhanced cleaning measures so you can feel assured during your stay.

The Mia Mia will sleep 4 people in two bedrooms comprised of:

1 x Queen Bed with dressing room and en suite
1 x Queen Bed with wardrobe

Both beds are dressed with high quality linen and doonas and have wall heaters and pedestal fans.

The lounge room has two comfortable couches, board games, Singstar Playstation and TV, Netflix and Foxtel. The split system and a wood fire is perfect for those crisp winter nights.

The en suite bathroom has a shower and toilet. The second bathroom has a shower over a bath and a separate toilet. We provide lovely soft high quality towels, and hand wash.

The Mia Mia provides free laundry facilities with fully equipped laundry.

Enjoy a glass of wine or beer in front of the fire, on the verandah or up the hill near the shepherds hut.

The cottage is only 2 minutes drive or 15 minute walk from the town centre. We welcome guests to leave seed out for the multitude of native birds.

The Mia Mia is the perfect place to recharge the batteries amongst the stunning rural farm views, the rustling sound of gum trees after a day of exploring the treasures of the area including Castlemaine, Maldon, Vaughan Springs, Maryborough and Daylesford.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve. You'll find features like laundry facilities. A kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Muckleford South Bushland Reserve and a few minutes from Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Bronwyn Laughlin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Video game console
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Guests to bring bedding & not allowed on furniture

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Fenced in backyard; deck without railing.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Rural Retreat Newstead

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
We loved our stay in this relaxing and get away from it place, it has plenty of space and is very quiet at night and during the day it has plenty of birdlife, will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and delightful
Beautiful property, great amenities, excellent communication. Thank you, Bronwyn
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jana K.

Liked: Cleanliness
great
great Country retreat,very relaxing,cozy fire and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley V., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the property
We really loved our stay at the property. The house is charming, with spacious and comfortable living areas and a newly refurbished kitchen, well equipped for self catering. Our favourite was the big, open deck with lovely views - a great spot for kangaroo and bird watching. Bronwyn provided good communication and was very helpful with recommendations on local attractions and services. We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend at the Mia Mia
We had a fabulous stay at the Mia Mia. Bronwyn was a fantastic host, providing comprehensive information about the property and recommendations for the area. The house was beautiful, clean and well equipped with everything we needed, and we appreciated the extra touch of arriving to a cosy warm fire. The Mia Mia was a great base for exploring Castlemaine, but we could have easily enjoyed spending the entire time at the house (which we hope to do on a future visit). We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Mia mia
Lovely, very well presented, perfect location, great place to relax and recharge one's batteries.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzette m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Lovely and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tranquility was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jannion K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful stay.
This is the second time I have stayed at The Mia Mia. I love it - the sense of peace on entering the driveway, the comfortable old home with everything that is needed. To sit outside watching the many, many birds is such a joy. The owners are wonderful, kind and thoughtful. Lovely that dogs can stay too. My favourite place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and quiet with plenty of space to relax
We simply loved the place with clean surroundings, lots of though in the layout and the use of the property. Bronwyn was very accommodating in our needs and assisted in every way. Our dog loved the new surrounding and plenty of places to sniff and explore. Lots of space for storage including in the kitchen area which can be critical when bringing your food. The deck outside is shaded and a great place to relax with a drink as the sun goes down. Overall a very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Newstead Farm House
Great property, nice comfortable clean house, good town, great weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Angelo

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Untidy, un-kept gardens, run down home, overall very poor interior conditions, even the access to property had a 'couldnt care' attitude...extremely disappointing weekend away that we really were looking forward to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean L., Melbourne, Vic

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country retreat
Great location, 10-15 mins walk into Newstead which was a lovely quaint little town
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house very well set up.
Lovely property nice to be able to walk around the paddocks. Lovely to have fire wood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely country home
Set on a beautiful bush block, this home is authentically Australian. The fire was lit and place warm and welcoming. Birdlife added to the ambience. Thanks for a calming few days away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nerida G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable dog friendly home
We loved Mia Mia and would visit again A comfortable home for human or pooch super accessible to great walks, food and wine.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend unwind
Mia Mia was a delightful place to stay. A gorgeous renovated farmhouse. We had a walk into town, sat in the sun on the large outside deck and relaxed by the wood fire. House was well stocked with cooking equipment, magazines, books, games. Loved watching the kangaroos and enjoyed a meal at the local pub. Hosts were very pleasant and very easy to converse with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and homely. Great surrounds for arty nature loving people. Great chatting to the host.
A pleasure to stay here. We’d come back any time. The wood heater soon got the lounge room very comfortable. We enjoyed the art work and lp’s
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely stay in charming country house
We had a lovely time - kept warm by the fire place, played the plentiful supplied games and walked around the country surrounds. Bronwyn was very helpful and flexible when our plans changed due to COVID. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kylie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views and open space
Thanks for nice stay . Great location with beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gorgeous house and property!
A gorgeous house and property, in a great location to explore! It's great to find such interesting places to stay with family (and the dog as well).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely coming back
We loved our stay here! The house is on a beautiful property off the main road so it's nice and quiet. We spotted a few kangaroos hopping through a nearby paddock. The house was older but cozy and clean. Bedding was comfortable. The wood fire inside heated up the whole house so we were warm despite it being chilly outside. We bought our greyhound who also had a great time hanging out in the little fenced back yard and sleeping by the fire place. Quick 15 min drive to get to Castlemaine and only a few minutes into town for morning coffee's. The hosts were easy to communicate with and left us lots of helpful information. It was such a great place to come with kids, we'll definitely be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
Quaint cottage on a beautiful property in amongst rolling hills. Short drive to Castlemaine and Malden, easy walk into Newstead. Comfortable beds and living area. Dogs enjoyed the open paddocks for a morning run. Small secure, closed off yard as well for them. We enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Very enjoyable, beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic
Huge property in idyllic surroundings, so peaceful and quiet, there is everything in the house for a fantastic stay, especially the wood heater which warms the place nicely on these cold Autumn nights Highly recommended with faultless communication with the owners
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022