Title: Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon Holiday home in Newstead with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon (Newstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34652000/34651986/b5450b37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon (Newstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34652000/34651986/w1920h1269x0y0-a50197b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon (Newstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34652000/34651986/947bac63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, books - Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon (Newstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34652000/34651986/018c2c81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon (Newstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34652000/34651986/05889afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into the charming world of Newstead at The Terrace, a 123-year-old renovated cottage where you can unwind in peace. Enjoy gourmet pizzas and great coffee within walking distance, or relax by the wood fire heater with a good book from the library and Netflix. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon The ultimate base for the Goldfields. Just 12 mins from the buzz of Castlemaine and the history of Maldon, our cosy heritage cottage is a peaceful, upscale retreat. Set in peaceful Newstead—a charming riverside town—you are ideally placed to explore the iconic streets of Maldon, Castlemaine and Daylesford. Relax in the quiet garden by the water feature for a restful stay. Perfect for two couples or a romantic getaway, with two queen bedrooms, full equipped kitchen, and a rare romantic double-shower wet room. PET POLICY & TOUR OF NOTE • PET DETAILS: Please message me with your dog's breed and size. • FURNITURE: To keep our linens pristine, dogs are not permitted on beds or furniture. • SLEEPING: Please bring your dog’s own bed so they feel at home. • SUPERVISION: For their safety, pets cannot be left alone inside or outside the cottage. • OUTDOORS: A red-lidded bin is provided at the front for all droppings. • ACCIDENTS: Please alert us immediately to any indoor accidents. Quick action allows us to treat stains professionally and avoid rug replacement costs. RECOMMEND TOUR Aboriginal Elder Uncle Rick led cultural tour offers an authentic immersion into ancient traditions and practices. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Electric car charging station - Garden - No plastic soft drink bottles - 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No need to dry them though. Just leave them in the dish rack to drip dry. Stick the non slip shower mats to the wall & squeegee shower floor (under laundry bench. Please make sure the bathroom window is cracked open. Please wipe down the oven, the cook top & BBQ if you have used it during your stay. You will find some special wipes in the drawer under the oven. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Dogs need their own bedding. Not left on the property alone. Not allowed on beds or furniture. Supervise outside, we have hens. Dispose their poo. BASE RATE FOR 1 or 2 PRSONS USING 1 ROOM 2 PEOPLE WISHING TO USE 2 ROOMS pls let me know when booking and the extra room fee of $60 will be added. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet) Note from host: Dogs are allowed only with prior approval. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Check prior to booking to see if we are suitable. ### 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Quarantine in a Cute Cottage. Quiet Town Newstead ## About the area Located in Newstead, this holiday home is in a rural area. Maldon Vintage Machinery Museum and Old Castlemaine Gaol are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Maldon Museum and Archives Association and Beehive Mine Chimney and Mine Ruins. Main Street and Victorian Goldfields Railway - Maldon Station are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Newstead travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newstead.dx553248634384052713) [View more Holiday homes in Newstead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newstead-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248634384052713-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.111763,144.05865&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:lonaFqmgnZ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40Q%40Q%40UBQ%40Q%40UBQBQBUBQBQDSBQDQDQBQDQDQFSDQFQFODQFQFMFSFMHQFOHOFMHOHOHMHOHMHOJOHKJMJKHOJKJKJKJMLKJKJKLGJMLGLKLIJGLILGLILINELGLILENELELENELENENCLENALGNANANCLAN%3FNCNCN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBLBN%3FN%40LBN%40N%40NFL%40NDNBLDLDNDNDLDLDLDNHLFLDLHLHLFLHLFLHJJLFLLJFLJJJJJJLJJJJJJJNJJHLJJHNHNHLJNHLHNFNHLFNHNFPFLHRFLFPDPFNDPFPDRDPDPDPDPBPDPBRBPBPBTBPBPBT%40P%40P%40TBP%3FP%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAR%3FRAPAT%3FPCPATAPAPCTCPCPCTCPCRCNERCPEPEPEPEPERGPEPGLERGPGLIRGLGPINGNILGNINILKNILININKJILKLKLKJKJKJKLKJKHMLKFMLMFKJMHMFMHMHMFMHMDMFOHMDMDMDODODMDMFO%40ODM%40ODOBO%40MBOBO%3FM%40OBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOCOAO%3FMCOCOAOCMEOAMEOAOGMEOEMEMEOEMEMIMGOEMIMGMIMIKGMIMKMGKMMGKMKIMKKMKKKKKKIMKMKMIKKOIOIMIOIMIOIOGMIOGOIQGMGSGMGQESGMGQEQGSEQEQCQEQEQCSEOCSCQCUCQCQAUAQCQAUAQAQAU%3FQAS%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Zxrmwtkvt74aTjy8wlr-MCF7s0o=) Newstead, VIC ### What's nearby - Cairn Curran Reservoir 4 min drive \- 3.8 miles - Muckleford South Bushland Reserve 6 min drive \- 5.4 miles - Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve 6 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Brassey Mine Bushland Reserve 7 min drive \- 5.4 miles - Sandy Creek Diggings Bushland Reserve 8 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Getting around - Castlemaine Station 15 min drive - Bendigo, VIC (BXG) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Dig at Newstead 16 min walk - Dig Cafe & Wine Bar 16 min walk - Railway Hotel, Newstead 2 min walk - Crown Hotel 16 min walk - Kt's ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon? ### What time is check-in at Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon? ### What time is check-out at Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon? ### Where is Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Heritage Goldfields Cottage - Romantic Double Shower - near Castlemaine & Maldon 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 62 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loretta 12 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great for our family. Perfect location to explore the area. ##### Loretta Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter M. 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Neal and Marie are very welcoming hosts, who will tend to any needs to make your stay stress-free. The cottage has been beautifully and tastefully restored, with the addition of a modern bathroom. A lovely, quite and comfortable place to stay. Very well thermally insulated with an easy to access bathroom (from the main bedroom) with a double shower. Thank you Neal and Marie and we look forward to our next stay with you :). ##### Walter M. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominique M. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Hosts were excellent. Contact immediate and very informative of the property and things to do in the area. The house is ‘very cute’ and Neal and Marie really care that their guests have a great stay. So many added extras that made us feel welcome. Fireplace was a wonderful place to fall asleep in front of and good quality linen and ammenities abound. A truly luxurious stay. Thanks so much, Neal and Marie. ##### Dominique M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris B. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A lovely old cottage with a modern and convenient kitchen and bathroom. It's well located opposite the old - and no longer operational - Newstead Railway station, in the Victorian goldfields with the nearby towns of Maldon and Castlemaine. Peaceful. Relaxing. . . ##### Chris B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. 4 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute Cottage in Newstead An attactive cottage with all amenities. Friendly, helpful owners. ##### Susan M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. 4 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage in Newstead We had a fantastic relaxing few days away in this charming cottage in Newstead. Neal was a great host, everything that we needed for our stay to be comfortable was provided and we would certainly love to return! ##### David G. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DD L. 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at Newstead "Our stay at the Cute Cottage in Newstead was absolutely wonderful! From the warm and welcoming staff to the immaculate and thoughtfully designed rooms, every detail was perfect. The location was ideal, offering both convenience and a peaceful atmosphere. The amenities exceeded our expectations, and we truly felt like we were in a home away from home. We can't recommend Neal's cottage highly enough and look forward to returning in the future!" ##### DD L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEVEN H. 10 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Newstead Short stay in a great little town , conveniently located for day trips in pleasant accommodation tastefully presented true to photos / description . ##### STEVEN H. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonie L. 26 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage Cute little comfortable cottage with all that you need for your stay. Neal was very helpful (plenty of tips on places to go and eat around the area) and always available. Would recommend ##### Leonie L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James J. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place for a country getaway I most liked the well-equipped kitchen, high ceilings, and wood-fired stove with plentiful firewood. There is also what I think is termed a reverse-cycle heater/cooler that was effective at heating the living area. The bathroom area was a bit chilly in early June. ##### James J. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karina C. 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Idyllic We all loved this property - very peaceful spot, had everything we needed, well equipped, quality furnishings, comfortable, with a perfect verandah to chillax on! Newstead is a great location to explore surrounding areas, and the local IGA and butcher is handy if you want to self cater. Friendly town & owners - we felt very welcome. ##### Karina C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb S. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us We, including our dog, Ruby, had a lovely week exploring central Victoria. Newstead is ideally located for this and the house was charming and comfortable. Neal is a thoughtful but discreet host, who made sure that all was good and we had everything we needed. ##### Deb S. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leila H. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So relaxing!! A renovated Victorian workers cottage. Very comfortable without sacrificing any of the character! Neal was a lovely host and very helpful in making sure we had everything we needed (we did!) We self-catered and the kitchen was perfect for that. The fireplace was a highlight as was the little day trips we did around the area - so much to see! Would recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing weekend. ##### Leila H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really lovely stay away with our dog My partner and I stayed over the Easter weekend, and we had such a nice time, the cottage is set up with everything you could need. Including a very generous welcome package. Neal sent us some excellent recommendations tailored to us and our dog - the newly renovated cottage is the perfect size for a couple and a dog, we loved sitting out in the backyard in the warmth using the bbq. The chickens are right on the other side of the fence so you need to be sure your dog isn’t reactive, ours loved the chickens and was fascinated by them, but i would definitely not leave him out there unsupervised. We had a lovely stay, the cottage is very comfortable and in a good spot. The local area is very cute and lovely to wander around ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette M. 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay Everything you need for a lovely visit welcoming spotless and close to shops and places to eat Neale great host helpful with my car checked that it was okay many thanks ##### Jeanette M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter and carole b. 3 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage Had a lovely stay. Nice surroundings and great cottage. ##### peter and carole b. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael B. 13 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage in Historic Location We very much enjoyed our stay at Neal and Maries cottage and would highly recommend staying here whether you're a family or a couple. Great for a winter get away ##### Michael B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Great hosts great place to stay really enjoyed it ##### John D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann F. 9 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Warm and cozy winter escape Comfortable cozy relaxing Beautiful location ##### Ann F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard L. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage Lovely charming cottage & great hospitality shown by our hosts. Great getaway ##### Howard L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James K. 13 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Newstead Great spot, friendly host, very comfy ##### James K. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Prue O. 20 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### January break Nice place to get away & relax ##### Prue O. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jan A. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable and cozy Comfortable and cozy. Walking distance to the racecourse. Fireplace was great to keep warmand tasty complementary snacks. All the comforts you need. ##### Jan A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer H. 18 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was a very lovely place. It was in the middle of everything ##### Jennifer H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia and Murray A. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Newstead stay Overall a lovely, relaxing experience. Neal was a very helpful host who provided a lot of useful local advice! We look forward to visiting again in the future. ##### Julia and Murray A. 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