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Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River

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Experience the charm of The Luxurious Miners Cottage, a beautifully restored historic cottage in an idyllic setting near the iconic Howqua River. This intimate retreat boasts unique features, absolute luxury and amenities like an indoor spa and outdoor BBQ table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River

  • The Luxurious Miners Cottage is an Historic Cottage in an idyllic setting. The cottage is only metres away from the iconic Howqua River, with absolute river frontage. The Cottage has been been beautifully and faithfully renovated and has unique features coupled with absolute luxury. There is an indoor spa, an outdoor table and Bbq, and a luxurious King bed. It is small and intimate, perfect for the romantic getaway or a fisherman's weekend if you wish to use the second bed.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

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

Contactless check-in available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Howqua, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Howqua G120 Bushland Reserve and Howqua G121 Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mansfield Zoo and Jamieson Arboretum. Visit our Howqua travel guide
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Howqua, VIC

What's nearby

  • Howqua G120 Bushland Reserve
    12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Howqua G121 Bushland Reserve
    15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Howqua G122 Bushland Reserve
    17 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Mansfield Zoo
    20 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail
    24 min drive - 28.5 km

Restaurants

  • Courthouse Hotel Jamieson
    18 min drive
  • Howqua Valley Resort
    12 min drive
  • Deb's Jamieson Cafe
    18 min drive
  • Perkins & Grey
    18 min drive
  • Willowlake
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Howqua G120 Bushland Reserve, Howqua G121 Bushland Reserve, and Howqua G122 Bushland Reserve. Alpine National Park and Delatite Bushland Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Lovely getaway

An absolutely beautiful spot. Relaxing and quiet and our dogs had a blast being able to swim in the river right by the hut. Love to come back again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jarrad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect weekend getaway. The property was quiet and cosy. The owner was great at communicating and accomodating. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Beautiful setting and great location

Beautiful and peaceful getaway right on the river. A beautiful little miners historic cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxy G.

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

Great short stay away

Loved our stay here. We got to enjoy the tranquility of the surrounds with our pup during the day as well as keep cosy and warm with the fireplace at night. Was very relaxing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jemma B.

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

River Getaway

Property was beautiful & cabin was right on the river. Dog loved it & the resident doggy, Ruffy checked in regularly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Complete relaxation by the river

This was our 2nd stay at Riverdowns and won’t be our last. The hut has all the comforts you need and a great escape from the daily grind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon P.

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

Peaceful get away

WOW we had an amazing weekend away. What a beautiful place inside and out. The cabin was clean and very warm. Our furbabies had an amazing time too. Will definitely be recommending this to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

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

Just love this place

Our second stay here - An Absolute break away from the big smoke of Sydney- so easy to just unwind here with the flowing Howqua river and night time cosy fireplace and spa. We just love staying here. The host Andy and his dog Ruffy are just amazing. Thank you- we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niamh M.

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

Perfect getaway

Perfect little weekend getaway. No phones, no people. We went for an explore along some near by tracks and went for a fish along the river. 10/10 recommend for couples wanting to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Long Weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at the cottage. It was tranquil, restful and had all the creature comforts of home. We took along our 2 dogs who had a ball swimming in the river and also walks in the nearby state park. Thanks to Andrew who was very pleasant and accommodating and we would have no hesitation returning or recommending the cottage to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN F.

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

Long Weekend by the Howqua River

We loved the Miner's Cottage and would stay again, the only thing is there is no internet access if you do need it. Also you need to bring your own shampoo as this isn't provided.. It may be a good idea to take some bottled water as you have to boil the water before you can drink it. Other than that we loved it, Andy was very friendly, the Cottage was lovely the bed was really comfortable, lovely walks along the river, we didn't want to leave.. Thanks for a lovely stay and for the fresh egg's Andy and Penny..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage, welcoming hosts and the perfect spot by the river with a shady oak tree. Loved it and will be coming back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice set up, bed was very comfortable and made for a perfect weekend away from the hustle of everyday life
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Cosy getaway

Very lovely stay for a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shay H.

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

Beautiful cottage

Loved our stay Location was amazing Cottage was so relaxing Absolutely loved it and will be back Andy the owner was a lovely guy very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique cottage, compact, everything one would need was provided. River and surroundings beautifulFire warms cottage very quickly, a nice experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

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

Our stay

Adequate for a short time stay. Quiet retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

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

We'll be coming back....

The photos do not do this place justice. It is cosy and comfortable and Andy was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

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

Romantic spot

Beautiful river frontage with a soaring oak tree. As the weather was warm we even had a dip in the river. Perfect place for us to celebrate our anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Cabin Fever

If you’re looking for a scenic and peaceful cabin getaway in a beautiful countryside location, with solid amenities and a luxurious bath and bed, you’ve come to the right place! Excellent selection of DVDs as well. 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph R.

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

The house we got engaged at 💍

Such an amazing stay. Our second time here and it couldnt be more perfect..especially when when my partner proposed by the water 💕💍 Thank you so much Andy and Penny for allowing us to stay on your beautiful property. Will definitely be back. Steph & Harry
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leisa L.

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

Wonderful place to get away

This is a little gem. A perfect place to unwind and relax. There is no signal and wifi which was perfect. Would really recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Astyn K.

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

Cosy time away with my partner and our two dogs

We had the best time in the cosy miners cottage. It was very cold in howqua but managed to stay super warm inside. Super nice fire place, big bed, big bath and suitable kitchen for the space with all needed amenties. These are all the perks for the humans. Our dogs had THE BEST time. Plenty of running space and the river for them to dip in. Would love to return when the weather is nicer to soak up the outdoors more. Great selection of dvds for the cool/rainy nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Rustic chic in a magnificent setting

This was our second stay and it was equally delightful. The cottage is charming and simple with luxe flourishes but a very cosy, rugged vibe. So peaceful and the added bonus of an extremely comfortable bed. Then you walk out the back door to discover your very own magic faraway tree and the stunning Howqua river right before you. Just birdsong and the flowing river to be heard.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona J.

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

Perfect Getaway

The Miners Cottage is a perfect couples retreat. The home is well appointed and delightfully styled. The bed is so comfy! You can wander down to the river and enjoy all the wonderful bird life. The king parrot visits frequently and is adorable. Our dogs had a wonderful time and Andy was a fantastic host, easy to communicate with and suggested great local walks we could take the pups on. Would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022