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# Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away

Holiday home in Purdeet with kitchen

## Photo gallery for Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Escape to Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away, a secluded retreat in the heart of Purdeet, surrounded by rolling hills and grazing Highland Cattle. This charming tiny house offers modern amenities like a kitchenette with cooking equipment, excellent bathroom facilities including an eco-friendly cassette toilet and gas-heated shower. Take in the stunning sunrise views from your bedroom window or explore our large orchard and vegetable garden during your stay.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2155 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill

£109

includes taxes & fees

31 Jan - 1 Feb

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away

Summary:  
Welcome to Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away! Nestled within a small mixed farming and horticulture property, this cozy holiday home offers all the modern comforts of home. You'll be joined by Highland cattle, dairy cows, and heritage breed pigs. Plus, we have a large orchard, a vegetable garden, a honey bee farm, and even produce cheese and butter from our dairy cows.  
  
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The Space:  
Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away is located in Purdeet, just an hour's drive from Ballarat and 49 minutes away from Warrnambool. A coastal city located along the Great Ocean Road, known for its art, stunning parks, recreational activities, and the Southern Right Whales' arrival for winter calving.  
  
Nearby attractions include Hopkins Falls, the charming coastal town of Port Fairy, and Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve. We're also close to the Grampians National Park, Mt Rouse in Penshurst, and just a short drive from both Port Fairy and Warrnambool.  
  
This 139-square-foot tiny home is nestled in a peaceful paddock, offering beautiful sunrise views and the chance to watch our Highland Cattle graze nearby. It includes easy access to water, split-air conditioning, a kitchenette with cooking equipment, and an excellent bathroom. Amenities feature an eco-friendly cassette toilet with a removable waste tank, a hand basin, and a gas-heated shower—making it a perfect choice among relaxing holiday homes.  
  
Guest Access:  
Guests will have access to our cozy tiny home and the main paddock. But will have restricted access to our sheds and other paddocks. We also “HOST FARM TOURS”, where guests can meet the pigs and cattle—with 24 hours’ notice.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away is located in Purdeet, just an hour’s drive from Ballarat and 49 minutes from the coastal city of Warrnambool, where you can explore local shops, eateries, and exciting activities.  
  
Our local recommendations include Hopkins Falls, a scenic spot perfect for picnics, fishing, and walks. The Grampians are famous for their stunning waterfalls. Port Fairy is a charming coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and water sports. Hamilton, known as the "Wool Capital of the World," is about 30 minutes away, just past the town of Penshurst.  
  
Getting Around:  
By car:  
  
\- 21 mins drive from Dukeld  
\- 30 mins drive from Hamilton  
\- 51 mins drive from Port Fairy  
\- 10 mins drive from Penshurst  
\- 49 mins drive from Warrnambool  
\- 1 hr and 6 mins drive from Halls Gap  
\- 3 hrs and 23 mins drive from Melbourne. All are accessible by 2WD.  
  
By public transport:  
  
\- There are taxis in Hamilton that do come our way but it is quite expensive.  
\- Vline runs a bus and train service from Melbourne to Hamilton through either Ballarat or Warrnambool.   
\- There is no public transport past our property, access would be by private vehicle. However, we would offer pick up from Penshurst for a fee.  
  
Other Things to Note:  
\- Gas BBQ Grill is available  
\- No smoking allowed on the property   
\- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed  
\- We are happy to provide breakfast ingredients at an extra cost  
\- Telstra and Optus have good signals and the rest have no signal  
\- We do have dogs on our property but they will not be close to the tiny house  
\- Bacon, eggs, cereal, and toast with spreads for breakfast are available by prior notice  
\- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge  
  
Guest Advisory  
  
\- Please note that our sheds contain sharp tools and machinery   
\- Guests will have restricted access to all paddocks except during farm tours.  
\- Guests will only have access to the main house in case of maintenance, repair, medical assistance, or "Evening with your Hosts" events.  
  
Important note:  
  
\- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property.   
\- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban  
\- For stays of 5 nights or more, an additional cleaning fee will be collected to help maintain our cassette toilet and ensure a clean and fresh experience for all guests. We appreciate your understanding.  
  
Interaction with Guests:  
Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.

## Property amenities

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Property does not allow children
- Unit size: 155 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### 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 

### Rules

\- Pets are not allowed - Gas BBQ Grill is available - No smoking allowed on the property - No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed - We wou...

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Note from host: This is a working farm and there are electric f...

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 

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.

### Property is also known as

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## About the area

Purdeet is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yatmerone Swamp Wildlife Reserve and Tabor Swamp Wildlife Reserve, while Penshurst Volcanoes Discovery Centre and Nerissa Major's Art Studio are cultural highlights. [Visit our Purdeet travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Purdeet.dx553248634384119822)

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Purdeet, Victoria

### What's nearby

- Penshurst Volcanoes Discovery Centre  
9 min drive \- 9.6 miles
- Tabor Swamp Wildlife Reserve  
18 min drive \- 18.6 miles
- Lake Kennedy Wildlife Reserve  
20 min drive \- 23.1 miles
- Nerissa Major's Art Studio  
28 min drive \- 31.5 miles
- Hamilton Golf Club  
31 min drive \- 31.9 miles

### Restaurants

- Burnbrae Homestead  
4 min drive

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## Lara Grove Cottage by Tiny Away Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Richard C.

15 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### 3 day stay

Lovely place to stay and hosts were very friendly and accomodating.

##### Richard C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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