Title: Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111879479&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town Apartment in Castlemaine with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town ![Pool - Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town (Castlemaine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879500/111879479/4d68399d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town (Castlemaine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879500/111879479/c25d961e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town (Castlemaine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879500/111879479/9a5ccc31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town (Castlemaine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879500/111879479/25a4ab37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town (Castlemaine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879500/111879479/9088c38e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town provides everything that you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom344 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Mountain view £172 includes taxes & fees 23 Dec - 24 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town HeartStone Hill is located on a beautiful elevated 2.5 acre bush property 7 mins drive out of town. Just past the Royal Botanical Gardens. The Studio was previously an artist's studio and is made from Castlemaine sandstone. It contains a very comfortable king-size bed with quality mattresses (can be separated into 2 singles) with separate bathroom including shower, toilet and handbasin. Other amenities include a bar fridge, kettle, toaster, small tv and internet. Air-conditioning to heat/cool and wardrobe space for storage. Outdoor BBQ available upon request. (Access to swimming pool and infrared sauna upon request at additional charge). Local wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, birds such as wrens, parrots, magpies & owls amongst the gumtrees. Car-parking on site and continental breakfast included. You will love the stunning surrounding gardens allowing yourself to immerse into this tranquil and peaceful environment. On a clear night the Moon and stars are spectacular. Great restaurants, pubs, cafes, entertainment and music in town to enjoy along with arts & The Mill (Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar) only 4 mins drive. Castlemaine train station is only 15 mins walk from HeartStone Hill. LGBTQ+ friendly. Dog friendly (small/medium) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - 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Quiet Times Quiet time is between 10.00pm and 7.00am Dog not to be left unattended in the Studio. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Note from host: Guests responsible for dog's behaviour . ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Guest(s) will need to provide cot for child. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ![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-37.03866%2C144.21970&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=giaEFNKmXms3hqTEyck9qPkwwMQ=) Castlemaine, VIC #### What's nearby - Kaweka Nature Conservation Reserve \- 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Castlemaine H84 Bushland Reserve \- 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Castlemaine Botanical Gardens \- 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Hadfield's Rod Museum \- 5 min drive \- 1.7 miles - Boomtown \- 5 min drive \- 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Castlemaine Station - 5 min drive - Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬5 min drive - ‪Black Bird Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪Doveton Corner Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬4 min drive - ‪Blue Sea Fish Shop - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town? ### Is Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town? ### What time is check-in at Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town? ### What time is check-out at Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town? ### Where is Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stylish Studio - tranquil setting - 2.5 acre bush property. 5 mins drive to town 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 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### lovely place we would stay again ##### Lisa M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### harley 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Me and my partner stayed one night for a wedding, only downside we didnt stay long enough excellent stay ##### harley Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynette K. 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So relaxing! My two nights here were just what I needed. So quiet with great hosts where nothing was too much trouble. The surroundings here make it easy to unwind and a dip in the pool is well worth it. Not too far from town that you can walk but far enough from the busy roads so you can relax. So glad I found this place. Will absolutely return again one day. ##### Lynette K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dearne J. 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Bush Studio Beautiful surroundings, friendly, attentive & Very kind hosts. Studio comfortable & cosy. High quality bedding. Furnished with attention to detail. Wonderful mini break.Many, many thanks to Richard & Melissa (& Frankie!) for their hospitality. We'll definitely make a return visit....soon! xxx ##### Dearne J. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle G. 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stylish Studio Castlemaine Our stay at this beautiful property was well worth the it. Set in a quiet and peaceful location, it was the perfect escape. The Studio was immaculate, beautifully designed, and thoughtfully equipped to make our stay incredibly comfortable.What really made the stay special were the welcoming and helpful hosts. From the moment we arrived, Richard and Melissa went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure we had everything we needed. Their warm hospitality made us feel right at home.If you're seeking a quiet getaway with hosts who genuinely care about their guests, this is the perfect place. We can't wait to go back! ##### Michelle G. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin K. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Perfect Retreat – Even Better Than Expected! We had an amazing stay at Hearthstone Hill in Castlemaine! The property is exactly as described on Stayz – and even better. The peaceful surroundings made it a perfect place to wind down and relax away from the hustle and bustle.The pool was absolutely wonderful, providing a refreshing way to unwind. The king-size bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a great night’s sleep. Richard and Melissa were fantastic hosts—so knowledgeable about the best local spots for breakfast and dinner, and their warm hospitality made us feel right at home.One of the highlights of our stay was being able to bring our dog along. It’s not always easy to find such a welcoming place for pets, and we were thrilled that she could join us on this trip.Overall, Hearthstone Hill is a fantastic re ##### Kevin K. 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