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The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford

Dry Diggings vacation home with kitchen

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A stone house with a sloped roof and large windows.
A cozy living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a comfortable seating area.
A room with a sloped ceiling, large windows, a framed picture, a cushion, and a view of greenery outside.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.
A bathroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a view of a horse in a paddock.

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9.2 out of 10
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3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Dry Diggings, VIC
  • Place, Dry Diggings Natural Features Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hepburn Regional Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Daylesford
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Dry Diggings

In Dry Diggings .Stay at this Dry Diggings vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dry Diggings Natural Features Reserve and 2 miles (3 km) of Hepburn Regional Park. Dry Diggings Bushland Reserve and Holcombe I85 Bushland Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Dry Diggings Natural Features Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hepburn Regional Park - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Convent Gallery - 6 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Lake Daylesford - 7 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 44 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Daylesford Station - 10 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wombat Hill Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cliffys - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daylesford Royal Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hepburn Harvest Vietnamese Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Larder Daylesford - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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

The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford

Experience a truly unique farm stay in this architecturally designed stone barn, where rustic charm meets thoughtful modern comfort just minutes from Daylesford and Hepburn Springs.

Perfect for families, couples or small groups of up to six guests, the retreat offers flexible accommodation, warm living spaces and beautiful countryside surrounds designed for relaxation and connection with nature.

Inside, the home features a fully equipped kitchen, inviting living areas framed by stunning stained-glass windows, and expansive views across the surrounding landscape. Two of the bedrooms offer flexible bedding configurations with either king beds or twin singles, making the property ideal for a range of group stays.

Surrounded by established gardens, orchards and native wildlife, the property backs directly onto state forest and the Great Dividing Trail, providing immediate access to bushwalking and outdoor adventure. Guests may also encounter the resident horses and friendly farm animals that add to the charm and authenticity of the experience.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, the property is conveniently located just six minutes from Daylesford and only three minutes from the Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa.

Combining architectural character, natural beauty and relaxed country living, this bespoke farm stay offers a memorable escape unlike anywhere else in the region.

The Fat Pony Lodge offers the following flexible bedding configuration:

Bedroom 1 - 1 King or 2 Singles

Bedroom 2 - 1 King or 2 Singles

Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen

Note: we’re unable to accommodate single beds or bedding configuration changes within 7 days of arrival.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.6 mi (62-min drive) away from the Bendigo, VIC (BXG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Fat Pony Lodge Farm stay close to Daylesford to downtown Dry Diggings?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Dry Diggings.