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Experience the historic charm of Reader's Rest, a beautifully renovated miner's cottage in Clunes. Unwind in the cozy reading room or lounge area with a wood heater, and enjoy socializing and relaxing in the open-plan kitchen.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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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.

Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!

Welcome to Reader's Rest, a beautifully renovated, dog friendly miner's cottage in the historic township of Clunes. This charming property features 3 bedrooms, each equipped with air conditioners to ensure your comfort during your stay. The cottage also boasts 2 modern bathrooms, providing ample space for all guests.

The open-plan kitchen and lounge area is perfect for socialising and relaxing and features a cozy wood heater to keep you warm during the cooler months. The property also offers an outdoor entertaining area, with a BBQ perfect for hosting a gathering of family or friends.

For those who love to read, the property includes a dedicated reading room, as well as a cozy nook in the lounge area.

Conveniently located just 100m from Top Shop Milkbar, and within easy walking distance of the town centre you'll have quick access to a range of amenities including cafes, art galleries, and specialty shops. This property offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and historic charm, making it the perfect choice for your next Clunes getaway.

Readers Rest is Dog friendly! Please know that your dog is welcome here. Unfortunately we cannot allow cats due to severe allergies, so please no cats.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

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

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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

About the neighborhood

Clunes is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clunes Bushland Reserve and Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve, while Bottle Museum and Clunes Museum are cultural highlights. Park Lake Gardens and The Tangled Maze are also worth visiting. Visit our Clunes travel guide
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Clunes, VIC

What's nearby

  • Bottle Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Clunes Museum
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queen's Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clunes Bushland Reserve
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Clunes Common Nature Conservation Reserve
    3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Talbot Station
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • National Hotel
    9 min walk
  • O'Haras Café- Bakery
    9 min walk
  • Criterion
    10 min walk
  • Annie's on Fraser
    10 min walk
  • Agatha's Lounge and Wine Bar
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! located?

Situated in Clunes, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bottle Museum and Clunes Museum. Queen's Park and Clunes Bushland Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reader's Rest - dog friendly accommodation in Clunes! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Readers Rest, Clunes

Quaint town, close proximity to lots to see and do. Fabulous property, well equipped and beautifully decorated. Very much enjoyed our stay and visit to the region
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Old Towns

Nice to visit old goldmining Vic towns and stay in a comfortable house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Juliann B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time to do, time to be …..

Peaceful stay, allowing time to do all those things you dream of doing….Read books.Completed a 1000 piece puzzle.Solved a murder mystery.Did some painting.Played some backyard cricket.Played another backyard skittle like game.Played guitar and sang.Just up the road had some laughs on the flying fox!Connected with family. Togetherness xxEasy walk to township for coffee. Newsagents staff were delightful and so patient with my elderly Mum. Fabulous butcher - highly recommend the lamb ( happily made best friends with our two dogs), IGA has all you need. Pharmacy also didn’t disappoint for some take home gifts.Well fenced property for dogs.2 very hot days/ nights 40 plus - air conditioned main room and bedrooms - we were all very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe K.

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

Great place to rest and relax

Great place to rest and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Break:

House was presented well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

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

The Perfect Clunes Stay!

We loved our stay in this beautiful home! It was exactly as advertised. The house was pristine, beautifully appointed and incredibly clean. It is a 5 minute walk into the heart of Clunes and in a quiet spot. Everything you need is at the house including heating and cooling. Beds were super comfortable too. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023