Story by Patricia
Warmth in Warburton
Adventure in Warburton, Yarra Valley, VIC, AU
En route to the Mudbrick Cottage, we wound through the rainforest and parted the fog. As we turned down a quiet driveway and followed a puff of smoke in the sky, we were greeted by the charming property lit from within.
From the red-window trimmings to the handmade mudbricks, exposed wooden beams, and a reading loft built into the high ceilings, this rustic off-grid cottage radiated so much warmth and charm.
No wifi, no tv – our night time entertainment was the flicker of a flame and round of cards. The generous stash of firewood kept us toasty from the mountain air, and the fireplace was a prime spot to finish a bottle of wine.
In the mornings we were greeted by the sound of Kookaburras and Rocket, the host’s dog who patiently waited at the door for a morning cuddle (or would cheekily shoot past the door for a round of tag). The kitchen was generously stocked with a continental breakfast, supporting local produce from the Yarra Valley, and a coffee machine that had our names calling. Standing by the kitchen windows was a dreamy spot to enjoy a cuppa and soak up the bushland views, which is a complete contrast to the towering rainforest on the adjacent side.
Only 10-minutes from the town centre of Warburton and 30-minutes from Mount Donna Buang, we were spoilt for choice while exploring – from a cheeky toboggan ride in the snow, a muddy trek through the Redwood Forest or simply a vintage shop and coffee in the town centre, we left feeling beyond grateful for this stay....
From the red-window trimmings to the handmade mudbricks, exposed wooden beams, and a reading loft built into the high ceilings, this rustic off-grid cottage radiated so much warmth and charm.
No wifi, no tv – our night time entertainment was the flicker of a flame and round of cards. The generous stash of firewood kept us toasty from the mountain air, and the fireplace was a prime spot to finish a bottle of wine.
In the mornings we were greeted by the sound of Kookaburras and Rocket, the host’s dog who patiently waited at the door for a morning cuddle (or would cheekily shoot past the door for a round of tag). The kitchen was generously stocked with a continental breakfast, supporting local produce from the Yarra Valley, and a coffee machine that had our names calling. Standing by the kitchen windows was a dreamy spot to enjoy a cuppa and soak up the bushland views, which is a complete contrast to the towering rainforest on the adjacent side.
Only 10-minutes from the town centre of Warburton and 30-minutes from Mount Donna Buang, we were spoilt for choice while exploring – from a cheeky toboggan ride in the snow, a muddy trek through the Redwood Forest or simply a vintage shop and coffee in the town centre, we left feeling beyond grateful for this stay....
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