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The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap

The Manna House is situated on a 5 acre block, minutes walk from the town centre. The house has been offered as holiday accommodation for over 100 years. It has been modernised with split system heating & cooling with free WiFi access, but retains its period charm.

LOCATION: A spacious and private property on the main road, minutes walk from the swimming pool, tavern, park, information centre and local shops, including micro brewery, renowned bakery and ice creamery, fish and chips, gourmet pizza, cafes, restaurants, IGA, chemist and petrol station.

MANNA HOUSE BEDROOM: Sleeps up to 4 people.
The house has ONE large L-shaped bedroom with a queen bed at one end of the L and 2 single beds at the other end.

LIVING SPACE: The spacious living area has an open fireplace, panel heating and split system heating/cooling.

KITCHEN: The kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven/stovetop, dishwasher, microwave, slow cooker, toaster, sandwich press and dining area. There is a high chair available and an old-fashioned wood-fire oven.

LAUNDRY: There is a separate laundry with washing machine, dryer, ironing board and iron.

PROPERTY: The spacious rear yard backs onto the mountains with spectacular views and a firepit area. There is a small seasonal creek running through the property at the very rear of the yard. The property extends a long way up the mountain and much of the 5 acres is untouched land. Kangaroos and native birds are daily visitors with regular visits from emus, deer and ducks and an occasional cameo from the beautiful resident echidna.

Property manager

Jennifer

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: A small seasonal creek at rear of yard (see map)

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 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

Property is also known as

Cosy retreat in the heart of Halls Gap Halls Gap
Cosy retreat in the heart of Halls Gap Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Halls Gap, VIC

What's nearby

  • Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead - 8 min walk
  • The Pinnacle - 12 min walk
  • Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre - 19 min walk
  • Halls Gap Estate - 6 min drive
  • Halls Gap Zoo - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Stawell Station - 30 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 172 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barney's Bar & Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Livefast Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Halls Gap Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paper Scissors Rock Brew Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Halls Gap Bakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap located?

This family-friendly Halls Gap holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Grampians National Park and Venus Baths and the Botanic Gardens Trailhead. The Pinnacle and Brambuk The National Park & Cultural Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

The Manna House - A spacious, historic retreat in the town of Halls Gap Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home nestled in the bush
Fab location of this beautiful house which has plenty in entertainment space and everything you need to cook. We stayed with our 2 children who loved exploring all the books, toys and activities and we'll certainly be back with extended family now we've seen all the bungalows too. It's a very quick (less than 5 minute) stroll into town as well. Plenty of space for parking, check in was easy and hosts respond quickly if you need anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timelords s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter, lovely time to visit !
Enjoyed our first stay here so did a return visit. Whilst weather wise it was cold, inside we were snug and warm. Able to enjoy open fire with support from an electric heater which was perfect.House is roomy, outlook is peaceful and relaxing with wild life literally at your doorstep with a short walk to the shops as a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne N., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss
Fantastic house, just beautiful lots of wildlife in backyard. House has everything u possibly could need. We will be back just cant say enough fabulous things about manna house and cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

India I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wildlife Mecca!
As a pair of avid bird photographers staying at the Manna house was amazing. Bird art all through the house but a backyard full of birds and wildlife. One morning we watched 3 stags go at it in the backyard and spotlighted tawny frogmouths at night. The house is cozy, comfy and just gorgeous. Clean, welcoming and full of history. We will definitely be coming back to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Absolutely loved the property . Can’t fault it. Host was great . Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return to Manna House
Love this place. A wonderfully atmospheric cottage in a beautiful, peaceful and spacious natural setting. Clean, well renovated and maintained, while still preserving its historic character. This was my second stay. I got up before dawn each day and drove to various trailheads for day hikes, but I always liked coming back and hanging out in the huge backyard each afternoon with the roos, wallabies, deer, magpies and cockatoos (note though: the maggies are a bit pesty when there's any food in sight, and the crested cockies are genius rubbish bin raiders, removing lid locks and lid placed bricks with admirable aplomb). Excellent facilities with spacious well-equipped kitchen, lounge, dining, laundry (washer and dryer, with liquids provided) and bathrooms (x2, with ample towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, laundry liquid, etc,). Choice of fireplace (ample wood and kindling provided) or air conditioning for heating. Electric blankets on all the beds with plenty of pillows and extra bedding. I had a great time and will surely be back again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best
Perfect spot for us and two grandchildren under 5. Spacious, clean, comfortable, warm, well equipped. Great location and enjoyed playing in the autumn leaves, watching kangaroos, birds (including or excepting the cheeky young magpie that took half a slice of Vegemite toast out of one child’s hand). Close to the playground and town’s amenities. We will be back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
Very homely, spacious, comfortable, lots of amenities, quiet & abundant wildlife outside. Definitely would return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Schnelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place in town
What can I say…. my girls will remember there stay here for decades to come, we had daily visits by Kangaroos, Kookaburra’s, Cockatoo’s and an old Magpie. Then we had early dusk visits by 2 foxes and a Deer.. At night we watched Netflix whilst roasting marshmallows by the fireplace and mused amongst ourselves how fine life is here. To top it all off a few Em’s dropped by the last morning of our stay when the Kookaburra (3), the Magpie and a few cockatoo’s sat on the front porch and chatted to my youngest daughter whilst she had breakfast. (No we didn't feed them). All up fantastic place to stay! Cheers Andy and Schnelle
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soooo impressed
Restful with wildlife on doorstep, for a group of people that can readily develop allergies there were none ! Spacious, quiet and so comfy ! Have already booked another visit. Age group range was 13 to 73 and we all loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy and quiet, clean and tidy. The property had everything you could could want from books and DVD's, toys and games for the kids and a fully featured kitchen with all the essentials to cook up a meal. We had an excellent stay, will stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Town Centre
We loved the old holiday house with its rustic charm, surrounded by nature and wildlife but still in close proximity to the shops. We started the days having coffee outside with the birds, watching the rising sun light up the distant rock faces and we drank Margherita’s watching the sun set with our menagerie of wildlife. Absolute bliss if you can get past the quirks of a well maintained and well supplied, clean , old, rustic property with oodles of living space and charm. Will definitely book again. I miss it already.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Communication was excellent, short walk to the centre of Halls Gap, spacious place and camp vibe outdoor area.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manna from Heaven
Wonderful stay in this roomy atmospheric cottage. Excellent facilities. No need to visit Halls Gap zoo as the backyard is a zoo. Saw two huge antlered deer just outside the laundry window at 5am one morning. Was that dream or reality? Shocked when I heard about the devastating fire that passed through Pomonal just days after we drove through the town. Strength and hope. I feel like going straight back and hiking the mountains again. Won't be long before I do.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
We had such a lovely stay. The home was so beautiful. A gorgeous location and we loved the wildlife all around us! Everything was clean and comfortable. So much to do as well in terms of books, games, toys etc. Highly recommend! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded all expectations
Outstanding accommodation. Very homely and spotlessly clean in a lovely 5 acre setting. Very old house renovated to the highest standard within walking distance to everything. We will be back! Kim and Jenny
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Our second visit to Jennifer’s house. A lovely place with everything you need plus that little bit more. A peaceful few days to just take a deep breath and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rigel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
We had a lovely stay at this fantastic location in Halls Gap. House was clean and tidy and has loads of charm. Heaps of games and books which was great for the kids. The wildlife and fireplace in the backyard were a hit with the family. Toasting marshmallows while watching the kangaroos and birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely pleasant stay
The Manna House was a wonderful place to stay. We really enjoyed the peaceful setting complete with wild kangaroos and deer. The home has everything you could wish for with wood supplied for the fireplace, a really beautiful lounge and bedroom area and a full kitchen. The bathroom even had a claw foot bath. The undercover carport parking was really appreciated. The ambience of this property is very special. We have stayed in a lot of holiday homes but this rates among the best. We very much enjoyed our time here and would be very happy to stay again. Halls Gap Zoo nearby is also well worth a visit if you are in the area. Thanks to host Julie for a fabulous stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded haven
Walking distance from town for morning coffee. Wonderful for overseas visitors that want to see kangaroos lounging metres from the back door and well-behaved cockies on the balcony in the morning House was well equiped for families and couples, comfortable and clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Temani A., Clarinda

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful getaway
Both the property and the houses are just beautiful, with a high level of thoughtfulness and attention to detail in the houses. Jennifer was prompt with communication and a wonderful host. I am so looking forward to returning again! Thank you for providing such a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so well set up for young and old and the open fireplace was wonderful to enjoy It had a lovely feel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023