Title: Mhara Downs Country Escape Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mhara Downs Country Escape Holiday home in Foster with private pool and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45738200/45738200/a6577375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45738200/45738200/d84bc43b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45738200/45738200/a2209bb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45738200/45738200/0ac5628c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45740000/45738200/45738200/4a19923e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Mhara Downs, a serene bush retreat in Foster, offering panoramic views of surrounding hills and the southern coast. Unwind in beautifully landscaped gardens and forested surroundings, indulge in local produce from the well-appointed kitchen or dine on outdoor decks while savoring sunsets. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Mhara Downs Country Escape Experience the inspiration and rejuvenation of a serene 13-acre bush retreat, offering stunning views of Foster’s surrounding hills and a southern panorama stretching to Wilson’s Promontory. This unique property blends country charm with coastal living, set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens and forested surroundings, yet conveniently close to the town and the breathtaking beaches of Waratah Bay and Wilson’s Promontory, including Sandy Point, Walkerville, Squeaky Bay, Darby River, and Tidal River. The contemporary double-storey home is designed for comfort and versatility, providing ample living and accommodation spaces for up to six guests across three generous bedrooms. The master suite features a luxurious king-size bed, an en suite bathroom, and a relaxing spa bath, while the additional bedrooms are equipped with queen-size beds. The well-appointed kitchen is a chef’s dream, ideal for preparing meals with fresh local produce. Enjoy dining on the outdoor decks, where you can savor the sunset, listen to the chirping birds, and occasionally hear the resident koala say goodnight. For a change of scenery, explore nearby renowned local dining options such as The Fish Creek Hotel, Gurney’s Cidery, and Promontory Restaurant & Winery. Mhara Downs offers the ultimate escape with total privacy, accessed via a private driveway through a 12-acre natural bush park with remnant eucalypt forest. Discover quiet walking trails, and keep an eye out for echidnas, wombats, wallabies, and a variety of birdlife. This tranquil journey leads to one acre of meticulously landscaped and terraced gardens, featuring lush lawns, organic vegetable beds, BBQ facilities, and a swimming pool. The home also boasts sustainable living features, including solar hot water, a grid-connected photovoltaic system, double-glazed windows, and home composting facilities. It’s a perfect holiday retreat for those who cherish panoramic views, ample space, privacy, comfort, and a deep connection with nature, all within walking distance of Foster township and a short drive to nearby coastal resorts. Getaway Property Management Terms & Conditions: For security and fraud purposes, guests are required to complete a booking form, provide licence ID for guests and confirm payment details prior to check in. These identification details must match the details of the person who made the reservation. Strictly No parties This property does not accept hens or bucks’ gatherings. Penalties as per terms and conditions agreement will apply to guests. This property does not accept schoolies, penalties will apply to guests. If you wish to book this property between schoolies dates -November 24th – December 10th, please call Getaway Property Management to discuss. No smoking on premises. No pets allowed. Please note that this property is patrolled by Coastcom security. 20% Deposit automatically taken to secure booking – Final balance due 30 days prior to guest arrival. No refund 30 days prior to original guest check in date – Partial refund eligible if booking is cancelled outside of 30 days from original guest arrival date. Linen Included. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Parking and transport - Car required ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Golf - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Mhara Downs - 13 acres of lush garden and bushland Foster 50\_82 ## About the area Foster is home to this holiday home. Corner Inlet Marine and Coastal Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve and Whipstick Gully Natural Features Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Foster travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Foster.dx181685) [View more Holiday homes in Foster](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Foster-Private-Holiday-Homes.d181685-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-38.65170%2C146.18959&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HgpEesBY-nOrNxD_xQhFIsrTV9k=) FOSTER, VIC ### What's nearby - Foster Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles - Prom Country Visitor Information Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Whipstick Gully Natural Features Reserve - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles - Great Southern Rail Trail - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 138 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Kitchen Table - ‬13 min walk - ‪Foster Hot Bread Shop - ‬13 min walk - ‪Foster Exchange Hotel - ‬14 min walk - ‪Mountain Trail - Great Green Tea - ‬6 min drive - ‪Skyes - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mhara Downs Country Escape pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mhara Downs Country Escape? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mhara Downs Country Escape? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mhara Downs Country Escape located? > Situated in Foster, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Foster Golf Club and Prom Country Visitor Information Centre. New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve and Whipstick Gully Natural Features Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mhara Downs Country Escape Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny L. 11 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Fabulous Foster We enjoyed our stay at Mhara in Foster. The property was isolated in suburban Foster up a hill with a magical view. The facilities were excellent. The hot water became an issue if you wanted to shower after dark. We did not receive any replies to our queries during our stay which was a bit frustrating. ##### Jenny L. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Archie - Nhi H., Richmond 9 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious property, beautiful views. It’s like a secret hideaway. Barely a two-minute drive from Foster, you wind up a sweet little path and the house appears at the top of a hill. I was surprised by the spaciousness of the house and how gorgeous the views were. You can see rolling hills and trees from most rooms, but the best view is from the veranda where you can enjoy a coffee and listen to the quiet murmuring of many different birds. There’s a Nespresso machine, a great pool for warm days, adjacent BBQ (didn’t use it but I know a lot of ppl like to) and a big garden to explore. All rooms were clean, comfortable and well-equipped. Multiple living and dining areas! We never even made use of one of the lounges nor the formal dining area. RE the comment by another reviewer about the hot water running out quickly: this only seemed to affect the upstairs bathroom in the evenings so, if we all wanted to bathe after a busy day, we just made use of the downstairs bathroom. Wi-fi was excellent but weirdly Netflix was occasionally patchy in the evenings from the tv, so we would switch to watching Netflix from our own laptop which worked fine - never seemed to be an issue when the kids were watching cartoons in the morning. Foster is great for exploring Prom country. Visit Fish Creek if you’re a Noni the Pony fan! Atticus bookstore make a great coffee. Decent pub and bakery with friendly staff. We were lucky enough to be there when they had their craft market on. Overall a lovely experience - highly recommend! ##### Archie - Nhi H. 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