Title: Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=118630574&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat ## Photo gallery for Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat ![Terrace/patio - Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat (Barongarook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118640000/118630600/118630574/w1170h1402x0y565-4d3a0918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat (Barongarook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118640000/118630600/118630574/69d569cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat (Barongarook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118640000/118630600/118630574/90e5bf1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat (Barongarook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118640000/118630600/118630574/2393e3c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat (Barongarook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118640000/118630600/118630574/7501257f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat 5 acres of bush bliss, overlooking native gums and a tranquil dam. A quiet and peaceful sanctuary, sleeping up to 4 adults and 4 children. Master bedroom with king bed and en suite, second bedroom with queen bed, and third bedroom with double bunk, single bed and single trundle mattress. Guest bathroom with shower and lovely bathtub. Linen provided. Comfortable in all seasons with split systems in each bedroom, a wood heater in the living room, and outdoor fire place with plenty of seating. Large shed with pool table, foosball, darts and ping pong. Plenty of room for the kids to explore.. goats to feed, trees to climb, mini ninja course and even a flying fox. Kitchen with gas oven and stove top, microwave, coffee machine and plenty of cookware/cutlery/crockery. Indoor and outdoor dining areas; with barbecue on the back deck and grill on the fire pit for cooking outdoors. Close to Birregurra’s Royal Mail Hotel and Brae restaurant; Forrest and its mountain bike paths; and the magnificent Otways. Rail trails, bushwalks, waterfalls, tree top adventures and the redwoods are all within easy reach. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area Barongarook is home to this holiday home. Barongarook West Bushland Reserve and Great Otway National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bluewater Leisure Centre and Colac Botanic Gardens. [Visit our Barongarook travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barongarook.dx6151015) [View more Holiday homes in Barongarook](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barongarook-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6151015-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.40214%2C143.62135&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=heOm8GvbOQHmsHvmVL5GYiXw6TI=) Barongarook, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Great Otway National Park featuring rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141907/41445f40-1533-4207-9e53-e685db3b5620.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Otway National Park 17 min drive \- 6.4 miles - ![A lovely place to bird in Colac is Lake Colac. It is opposite the Colac botanical gardens. I saw large numbers of pelicans and the occasional sandpiper/avocet. #localgem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10498/59fcfe79-408e-41bf-b56d-b0b3886b1b8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Colac 22 min drive \- 11.0 miles - Colac Golf Course 16 min drive \- 8.0 miles - Otway Estate Winery and Brewery 17 min drive \- 8.7 miles - Colac Botanic Gardens 23 min drive \- 11.3 miles ### Getting around - Colac Station 19 min drive ### Restaurants - KFC 14 min drive - McDonald's 14 min drive - Shannon’s Cafe 14 min drive - Ritcho's Bakery 14 min drive - Cafe Nu Deli 14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat? ### What time is check-in at Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat? ### What time is check-out at Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat? ### Where is Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walden Dale - 5 acre Otways retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb H. 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful getaway!The home was warm and inviting with plenty of activities to keep us going.A highlight for me was the goats and pony. ##### Deb H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart M. 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing place with so much stuff to entertain especially in the rain. We all loved the shed and all the game options Beautiful property. ##### Stuart M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane M. 30 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was comfortable, stylish and clean. Beautiful gardens and expansive outdoor spaces. The games room in the shed was great fun and we loved patting the animals each day. It was so green and quiet - just what we needed. ##### Jane M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James F. 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful, quite property in the Otways.Everything we could have wished for was provided, including outdoor fire pit, games room and even goats.Just the perfect relaxing weekend to celebrate my wife’s 50th with her closest family.Could not recommend Walden Dale more highly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3f85359f-e824-4f14-982e-ef7599527f5b-1757818044411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4f6a7efd-0c92-456c-bd4e-63630a3da555-1757818043203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e1269d48-af56-4838-bac4-8d4e90c16a3f-1757818044573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1a2a0e40-1393-435d-8117-63a5eb1dd0b4-1757818039722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James F. 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