Title: WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109825178&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden ![Property grounds - WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden (Piries)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109825200/109825178/08bbd93c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden (Piries)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109825200/109825178/2c9ad5dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden (Piries)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109825200/109825178/e8510db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden (Piries)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109825200/109825178/4e1d09f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden (Piries)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109825200/109825178/4315cee6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom1076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Hot tub - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden THE EXPERIENCE Down a quiet country lane is Wairere Rest, a divine retreat, nestled in 4 acres of country gardens, designed by renowned gardener Edna Walling in 1925\. The stylish interiors have been lovingly curated by your host with comfort & relaxation in mind. Wander down stone paths lined with wildflowers, enjoy a picnic on the lawns under our 100 year old pin oak or indulge in an outdoor bath overlooking our farm, with just the cows, birds & deer to keep you company...... a truly memorable experience. THE SPACE Wairere Rest is a rare find, sheltered within the farm's unique heritage gardens. There are so many beautiful nooks and crannies to explore and rest around the gardens that its best to just scroll through the images and see what takes your fancy. Pick some produce or flowers to enjoy while you rest, or find a shady tree to finish your favourite book. The cottage itself offers everything you could need to keep you comfortable and help you unwind. The modern furnishings blend beautifully with vintage pieces, reflecting a 'high country cattlemen's hut' vibe. The interiors include the hosts favourite things such as Robert Gordon ceramics, Dindi Natural skin products and various curiosities gathered from markets and antique stores around Australia. Enjoy a drink or movie to the crackling of our indoor or outdoor fireplaces, lazy breakfasts in bed listening to birdsong, or perhaps slip on a robe and take an indulgent soak in our outdoor tub overlooking the farm. Guest Note: Tucked in next to the cottage you will find the beautiful Wairere Homestead, which is also set up as guest accommodation and is available for groups of up to 10 people (feel free to contact me directly if you are interested in booking this option in the future). Rest assured we do not book more than one group at a time at Wairere so you will have the entire property to yourselves for the duration of your stay. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycle parking - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,076 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37130000/37120100/37120002/96fab479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kabuki Mt Buller Mount Buller - Air conditioning - Laundry - Microwave 7.8 Good 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=37120002&PinnedHotelID=37120002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Triple Balcony Room | Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8070000/8065800/8065704/11d8dd1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Duck Inn Mt Buller Mount Buller - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Bar - Babysitting 7.6 Good 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=8065704&PinnedHotelID=8065704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Please ensure heating/cooling and gas cooktop are turned off prior to departure. Please wash all dishes and put away in cupboards ready for next guests. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Wairere is a quiet and relaxing location with neighbours nearby. Strictly no loud music or noise is permitted at any time. Please be aware that Wairere is in a rural area where you should expect insects and wildlife including the possibility of snakes in the warmer months. Pets may be considered (please ask for our pet policy prior to booking). Max. 1 small dog. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) Note from host: Please ask for our pet policy before booking. ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 Registration Number 12345678 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.158287,146.15005&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:drwaFy%7C_%7BZ%3FS%3FS%40Q%3FU%40Q%40U%3FQ%40QBU%40Q%40UBQBQBQBU%40QDQBSDQBQDQDQDQDQDSFQDQFQDOFQFMHSFMFQHOFOHMFQHOHOJKFMJOHOJKHMJKJOJKJKJKJMJKJKLKJGLMLGJKLILGLILIJGNILGLELINELELINELANELENENCLENCLANANCNANCL%3FNCN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FNBN%3FNBL%40NBN%40L%40NBNDLBNDNDL%40NDLDLHNDLDLHLDNFLHLFLHJHLFLHLJLFJLLFJJJJJJLLHJLJHJJNJJHLJJHNJNHJHLHNHNHPFLHNFNHPFLFRFLFPDNFPFPDPDRFPDPBPDPDPBPDRBPBPBTBP%40PBP%40TBP%40T%40P%40P%40T%3FP%40T%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPAT%3FPATAPAPATCPATCPAPCPCTCPCRENCREPEPCPEPGPEREPGPGPENGPGLGRGLIPGNINGLIPININILIJKNINKJILKJKNIJMJIJMLKJKHKLMFKLMFMJMHMFKHMHMFMHOFMDMHMDODMHMDODM%40OFOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBMBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAOCOCOAMCOAMEOCOCMGOEMAOEMIMEOEMIMEMGOIKGMIMIMGMIKKMGMMKGMMKIKKKMKKKKKKKOKKIMKKIOKOGMKKIOIOGQIMGOIOGQGMISGMGQEOGQEQGQESEQEQEQEQCQESCOESAQCUCQCQCQAUAQCUAQ%3FQAUAQ%3FUAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=siuPedPZt06U1Quwt0p9qCFAa5Q=) Piries, VIC #### What's nearby - Mansfield Zoo \- 9 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Delatite Bushland Reserve \- 13 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail \- 13 min drive \- 9.2 miles - Howqua G120 Bushland Reserve \- 15 min drive \- 11.1 miles - Mansfield Botanic Park \- 17 min drive \- 12.5 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Koflers Hutt - ‬17 min drive - ‪Howqua Valley Resort - ‬16 min drive - ‪Willowlake - ‬12 min drive - ‪Amongst the Sticks - ‬16 min drive - ‪Delatite Winery - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden? ### Where is WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## WAIRERE REST | LUXE Couples High Country Retreat | Outdoor Bath + Amazing Garden 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 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan T. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Great place great facilities ##### Allan T. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke D. 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional experience Fantastic 4 night stay at Wairere Rest. Property was very clean, had everything we needed plus more. All the special touhces made this stay amazing. Communication with host was excellent. Would highly recommend and we will return. ##### Brooke D. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Owen M. 22 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent Property Wairere Rest is a really special property and a perfect place for some time away. The cottage is larger than we expected and has everything you could possibly need. The gardens and property were stunning and there's so many great food and wine options in the area. Even a 5-star rating doesn't seem high enough for Wairere Rest and we hope to return at some point in the future. ##### Owen M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trina L. 10 Sept 2025 ##### Trina L. 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