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Pool
Beach
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
4 bedrooms, desk, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Room options

Outdoor dining

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Washer
Dryer
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About the area

Map
Foster, VIC

What's nearby

  • Great Southern Rail Trail - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Prom Country Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Foster Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Shallow Inlet - 24 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Windmill Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Foster Hot Bread Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Foster Exchange Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raidars Take Away - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Greenhouse - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat

ABOUT WOODLAND MIRTH

Woodland Mirth is situated only 5kms from the centre of Foster and 30 mins from the Wilsons Promontory gate. Nestled in amongst 2 acres of bush land garden; Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat is the perfect place to relax and escape the pressures of everyday life. Woodland Mirth offers all of the convenience and luxuries of modern life in a Victorian style bush land setting and is perfect as a romantic getaway or holiday location for a group of friends or family.
The house boasts four bedrooms with queen size beds; all are appointed with quality linen and towels. The upstairs master bedroom has a large ensuite with a spa bath and separate shower; it also has a covered outdoor upper deck area with views over the back garden. The downstairs master bedroom has views of the pool area and garden as well as its own ensuite. The other two bedrooms are spacious (one with open fireplace), and access the third bathroom, which is complete with oversized shower and beautiful Victorian clawfoot bath. 
Downstairs there are opening glass doors off the kitchen that lead to a large outside deck where you can enjoy a view of the gardens and glimpses of Corner Inlet.
The main living space at Woodland Mirth is open plan and consists of a well appointed quality kitchen with stone bench tops and three oven cooker, large dining room and lounge, with floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking the pool area that can be accessed through a single glass door to the garden and pool area This space is perfect for gathering with friends and family or relaxing in front of the wood fire stove. The pool area is private and consists of an Asian style pool house with outdoor table and benches that will seat 8 people for dinner. The swimming pool and outdoor spa is salt chlorinated and the perfect place to cool in summer or enjoy a steamy soak in winter. The cedar sauna is also situated in the pool area as is the BBQ cooking space. 
Woodland Mirth is surrounded by beautiful gardens, including a vegetable and herb garden, which you are free to use. There are many lovely spots to take a wander through and watch the native birds and animals. You are welcome to bring your family dog to Woodland Mirth, however due to the polished timber floors, dogs are not permitted inside. There is an enclosed yard and shelter outside for dogs to stay in. Medium size dogs will be able to be kept within the fenced area. larger dogs may be able to jump the fence so should be kept on a lead.

Please note:
Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat backs onto a creek, has fountains, ponds and a large dam. This may be dangerous for unattended small children. Please consider the age of your children or capacity to monitor them before making a booking.
Please note that there are no laundry facilities available for guests to use at Woodland Mirth. This is because we are on tank water and water shortages can apply at any time of the year. We prioritise the use of drinking water and all pool water must be supplied by the tanks on site. There is a laundromat in the township of Foster, just 5km away that can be used by guests and is open 6am -10 pm everyday of the week.
All drinking water at Woodland Mirth is rainwater, some guests prefer to bring their own bottled water.

Property manager

Lisa Branch

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

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

Property is also known as

Woodland Mirth Retreat Foster
Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat Foster
Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat Private vacation home
Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat Private vacation home Foster
91061

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Woodland Mirth Holiday Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bennison Flora and Fauna Reserve, Whipstick Gully Natural Features Reserve and Great Southern Rail Trail. New Zealand Hill Flora Reserve is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pip L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Pre Wedding Stay
I stayed at Woodland Mirth with my bridal party prior to my wedding at Gurneys Cider. The house was fantastic & loved by all. Although close to the road, it is private & secluded. The gardens provided many opportunities for pre wedding photo shoots. Will look to hire again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Q., Melbourne AU

Liked: Cleanliness
Stylish holiday house with beautiful gardens
A stylish holiday house with big bedrooms. Good communications with the host Lisa, a quick action from Tim to get the problem solved in couple of minutes, so appreciated. The house is close to the town, we had breakfast twice at the same local cafe which was recommended by our host Lisa, eight of us really enjoyed stay and meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Alan D., Kurunjang

Disliked: Cleanliness
Woodland Mirth FOSTER
First impression, please trim the plants in the driveway so they don't scrap along the side of our new cars. Our second impression walking into the house was the unclean state of the premises. Bottle left lying around, the floors having not appeared to have been cleaned (cobwebs everywhere) and outdoor glass around the pool filthy. No instructions were left on the premises to guide us along regarding pool requirements and other home instructions. (Owner did apologize for this upon contact). No advice given on the web site stating no laundry facilities on premises i.e. washing machine etc. Being 8 adults, staying 5 days supplied only with 1 towel per person for 5 days did not go over well. 2 tea towels to dry the dishes (even though dishwasher was there) and no facilities to wash them are not workable. After talking to the owner, she informed us that laundry facilities were not available due to the shortage of tank water (understandable) and the advertised outdoor picture screen was removed due to constant damage so, why not update the web site? Again, do not state on the web if it is not there and why not advise this to potential clients so they can cater for this. The utensils need upgrading badly i.e. fry pans, saucepans etc. Not a huge expense. A safety issue getting into the spa pool was very evident for us seniors. A safety rail to grip onto for anyone (not just seniors) would have assisted greatly to enter and exit the spa. The premises are in need of maintenance in an out. Bi -fold doors having a sign not to open due to issues is again not acceptable (appeared to be an issue for some time). Apart from one shower the other 2 were very poor pressure to the point of slow trickles leading to all of us sharing the best shower. To be frank the premises need some tender loving care to bring it up to a standard you can accept when paying the rate required. Especially when paying for cleaning services in the rate. Now you may think that this was a total loss and I am being harsh, but having stayed in other Stays accommodation we are well aware of the standard required. Now for the good points. The location of the premises is fine, as long as you have a car. The house layout was great. Tranquility was great and we did have a good time, but the issues did detract from the overall experience, With the issues cleared up it would be ideal for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Jo T.

Quiet and tranquil
Enjoyed the pool and the gardens. Very relaxibg
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Place was amazing such a cool relaxing place. Such a nice place the pool area is so good for entertaining plus the house and bedrooms are just unbelievable. Lisa was so great to deal With highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded private retreat
This is a beautiful home on gorgeous grounds. Everything you need to hideaway from it all. Comfortable private resort with a pool, spa and sauna - great space to lounge around even when the weather is chilly sub-20 degrees! The gardens are beautiful with lots of spots to sit and enjoy the outdoors.

8/10 Good

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Overall impression is of a very well appointed property with all amenities for a group stay. The spa and pool enjoyment may be marred by mosquitoes.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

anita A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
Lovely relaxing weekend with everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heart-meltingly gorgeous!
From the moment we arrived, we were taken aback by the beauty of the place. It could have been that we were all on holiday and feeling happy for that fact when we arrived, but the place was more beautiful than the pictures show. The house is gorgeous and the gardens have a natural elegance and charm. We wish we could have spent more time there, if only to make use of the outdoor steam sauna, the perfect activity for the cold Foster nights. We highly recommend the place to anyone looking for an idyllic getaway. Lisa and Tim were always prompt with their communication and we cannot wait to book Woodland Mirth again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than we imagined!
Had an incredible stay at Woodland Mirth. A very relaxing vibe and large property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

stav s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Heavin
Wonderful well maintained property. Very spacious clean and comfortable. Enjoyable 3 day stay. Hope to return some day. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing country getaway
Well appointed property with vibrant, well maintained garden. Minor issues with the feng shui around the pool. Didn't get the promised bottle of local wine, olive oil or honey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Really beautiful property
We had an amazing time at Woodland Mirth. Its really close to the Prom for beautiful walks. The local shops at Foster were close too to grab a nice coffee. The house itself is amazing and we all enjoyed the fire. The gardens in the property provided a really lovely relaxing feel. It was quiet and peaceful. Lisa was really responsive and very easy to deal with. We would recommend this to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary Z.

Great place to wind down and relax and forget the stress of the world
Loved the area , loved the garden and the pool area was amazing. Inside it was cozy and beautiful. Definitely a place that will love to go back in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018