10 Ranches in Victoria: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 1, 2023 Mollie Coke

Discover the best Ranches in Victoria including BIG4 NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park, Halls Gap Valley Spa Lodges, Willow Dene, Seahaven Village, Aussie Golf Ranch, Lochiel Luxury Accommodation, Bellevue Farmstay, Toms Cap Vineyard Retreat, Aspect Villas, Tooborac Hotel & Brewery.
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1. BIG4 NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park

2372 Grampians Rd, Halls Gap, Victoria 3381 Australia
Excellent
78%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 708 reviews

BIG4 NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park

BIG4 NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park is nestled in the foothills of the majestic Grampians National Park, and centrally located to Halls Gap. We offer you quality Cabin accommodation, Caravan and Ensuite sites and a fantastic family holiday in a safe and relaxing atmosphere. With a range of accommodation options to suit all budgets and situated in some of nature's most breathtaking scenery, you can be assured of a memorable holiday experience so enjoyable... you'll find it hard to leave. With our mountain backdrop and regular visits from the local wildlife, our accommodation choices will suit every taste and budget. Choose from spa units, one and two bedroom cottage units or our cedar cabins. All are self-contained with fully equipped kitchens, bathroom, heating and television. Come and enjoy some of the splendour that we at Halls Gap are privileged to live with every day. Access to the iconic views, features and walking tracks that make the Grampians special are within easy reach.

Winter Getaway

Reviewed By BNE_Travellers

Stayed in a one bed cabin which was clean and roomy. It had under cover parking, stove, air con, electric blankets. Lots of young families staying over the weekend & kids riding around on gocarts. The park is overlooked by the Booroka Lookout and not too from town centre. Park was well kept. Lots of walks and lookouts in the area to explore. Did not realise it was the weekend of the annual Gap Run when we booked.

2. Halls Gap Valley Spa Lodges

406-412 Grampians Rd, Halls Gap, Victoria 3381 Australia
Excellent
84%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 262 reviews

Halls Gap Valley Spa Lodges

Halls Gap Valley Lodges is a 28 acre property located in the valley between Halls Gap township and Lake Bellfield. Directly adjoining the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, we often have native wildlife (kangaroos, Red Deer, emus, wallabies) roaming the property. Fabulous views. Chalets feature two bedrooms, Fully Equipped Kitchen, Bathroom with 2-person Spa, Separate Toilet, TV, VCR, DVD player, Stereo with CD player, Cathedral Ceilings, Climate control split system air conditioning and Timber finishes.

Such a nice property

Reviewed By valerianv2018

Our third visit to this place, and we love it. Nice, comfortable, and very clean rooms. The best part is the outdoor fire pit, you can collect wood from around the property. Plenty of wildlife around, Kangaroos, Deer, Birds, etc. The hosts are great. Will be back again.

3. Willow Dene

25 Toorak Rd, Bright, Victoria 3741 Australia
Excellent
59%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Willow Dene

Willow Dene Holiday Apartments have six fully self contained two bedroom apartments centrally located in the heart of Bright. Willow Dene is located on the North Side of the Ovens River, only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Autumn and Spring Festivals are beautiful times to visit our beautiful town. Winter season makes Bright a great place to experience snow sports. Our apartments have spacious lounge/dining room, reverse cycle air conditioning, colour TV, VCR, full kitchen, microwave, queen size beds in main bedroom, built in robes in all bedrooms, bed linen and additional bedding provided. Each unit has undercover parking and a pleasant outlook.

Well located, good quality accommodation

Reviewed By LindsayMann

This is good quality accommodation located within walking distance of shops and restaurants. We had a large living area and 2 bedrooms, each with a comfortable queen size bed. There is a well equipped kitchenette and a large bathroom. Car parking was adjacent to the room. The wifi was good. We would definitely consider for our next visit to Bright.

4. Seahaven Village

3 Geelong Rd, Barwon Heads, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria 3227 Australia
Excellent
39%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
3%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 61 reviews

Seahaven Village

Relax in comfort ... log fires, spas, air con, seaside decor, lovely garden setting. Park outlook and esy walks to beach, shops and cafes complete the perfect getaway.Studio, one bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom available. Stunning brand new units now available. 4.5 star AAA green star environmentally friendly

In need of a good clean

Reviewed By michaelgO683CH

This Boutique titled room (2 bedroom) was in need of a good clean both outside and inside. Cobwebs inside and outside the room. Very untidy presentation when entering the property from the front door. Fireplace had not been cleaned out and ash was still there from previous guests I assume. Scuff marks on internal walls and doors. One side of the electric blanket on the main bed did not work. Dial was not there so you could not turn on one side of the blanket. Coffee machine plastic inserts were dirty and had to be washed before using (pods). Room 2 Seashells. Hair was located in the bathroom (not ours). Located two spiders in the lounge room. Really disappointing. Location was good. Driveway very tight to get in and out of.

5. Aussie Golf Ranch

627-a Settlement Rd, Cowes, Phillip Island, Victoria 3922 Australia
Excellent
74%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 23 reviews

Aussie Golf Ranch

Beachside accommodation, Golf Course, Pitch & Putt, Mini Golf, Bar, Beer Garden, Bird Avery, Kids Playground, Trampoline, Golf, Fishing, Coastal/Bush Walks.

Had a great weekend if golf and fun

Reviewed By Chatmanozz

I played golf during the weekend at Aussie golf ranch at Phillip island well worth play great course very friendly host will be back the course is perfect to help any short game problem you might have

6. Lochiel Luxury Accommodation

1590 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda, Victoria 3788 Australia
Excellent
65%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 106 reviews

Lochiel Luxury Accommodation

LOCHIEL LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONBeautiful, boutique style contemporary accommodation in a rainforest surrounding in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, located on the edge on the unique village of Olinda, the property is also in close proximity to the neighbouring townships of Sassafras and Mount Dandenong.All cottages are private, boutique and contemporary in style and fully equipped for your romantic, intimate escape! Relax in your own oversized spa and marvel at the wildlife through your private bathroom window or just stay in bed and let your eyes drift through the windows in the vaulted ceiling.You could even have your very own private interlude on one of the private treetop balconies or just opt to stroll into Olinda Village and enjoy the hustle and bustle – it’s all up to you!Lochiel Luxury Accommodation provides beautifully designed cottage accommodation situated on two hectares of natural rainforest and fern gullies in the heart of Olinda. Lochiel Luxury Accommodation’s stylish contemporary stone and timber cottages are masterpieces of modern design creating the perfect environment for an intimate and romantic getaway in the Dandenong Ranges.Beautifully appointed bathrooms, separate shower and vanities, a large outdoor spa and beautiful contemporary appointed interior are just a few of the pleasures that await you at Lochiel Accommodation. Why not try Ranges or Credo Restaurants which are both in walking distance of the cottages? A short walk on out of Olinda will lead you to the world famous Cuckoo Restaurant!Great location and only 10 minutes drive from the famous Puffing Billy Railway and in close proximity to the neighbouring villages of Sassafras and Mount Dandenong.Lochiel Original Cottage(Accommodates up to 8) The cottage has a lovely treetop balcony stretching the length of the cottage and a private courtyard with a four-person private spa pool set amongst the fern-filled courtyard. Treetops Tri-Level Cottages and One Level Treetops Guesthouse Cottages(Accommodate 2 Persons or 1 Couple)The three Tri-Level Treetop Cottages are all one bedroom cottages and feature spa baths, log fires and contemporary style throughout as well as balconies that look onto the forest canopy. In Addition, we have a beautifully appointed One Level Treetops Cottage, Treetops Guesthouse Cottage.

Blood stains on the doona

Reviewed By poppyp505

We stayed in the treetops guest house cottage. On arrival there was an overpowering smell of mould which we discovered was coming from a room with damp dumped towels left in it.. the room was pleasant but beware no toilet door in here at all.. eg no privacy.. Then of course there was no doona on the bed but two sheets with the doona in between. And then to top it off there was three blood stains on the doona.. Not exactly COVID clean.. i contacted the owner no response!! I would not recommend staying here if you are concerned about any health and safety... we paid 400.00 AUD per night for this.

7. Bellevue Farmstay

80 Couchs Rd, Scotts Creek, Victoria 3267 Australia
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 64 reviews

Bellevue Farmstay

Guests from Singapore to Sydney have all raved about Bellevue Farmstay, a working farm atop a hill in majestic country Victoria, just minutes from the Great Ocean Road. A visit to Bellevue Farmstay offers the experience of living on a farm, meeting, feeding and generally getting to know and mixing with our lovely pet animals (alpacas, sheep, dogs, cows, goats and cats). We offer Animal Feeding daily where guests can walk and talk with most of the animals, they are very inquisitive with individual personalities and come up nice and close to meet you. Time permitting, usually on a three night stay, we can have a pre-arranged visit for you to view 600 cows being milked at a nearby computerized rotary dairy. Returning to Bellevue at dusk during the winter months, we usually catch sight of some kangaroos in the wild. FARMSTAY HOME COMFORTS: For the larger groups, we have these bedding options in the Farmstay ::- Bedroom 1 (queen bed)*- Bedroom 2 (2 x single beds)*- Bedroom 3 (2 x single beds)*- Lounge Room (2 x double bed sofa sleepers); and - Family Room (2 x double sofa bed sleepers)- Portacot* electric blankets. During the cooler months, the house is kept lovely and warm with a robust wood-burning heater in the large carpeted Family Room, plus we also have a split system heater/air conditioner in the Lounge Room. There is a DVD player with a handful of children’s DVDs and games for the large flat screen TV in the Family Room. We have a spa bath in the bathroom and a separate shower and second toilet in the fully equipped laundry. We provide a starter supply of detergent (for the washing machine) and dishwasher. Our Farmstay is a comfy home-away-from-home experience for all guests.

Beautiful experience for the family

Reviewed By serenamigliardi

This is a well-oiled machine of an experience. Travelled with 2 small children and the staff we interacted with are all clearly experienced and knowledgable about how to make a farmstay absolutely incredible for the adults and the children. A lot of care was put in towards making sure we were comfortable and having a good time. Lots of well-thought out, and safe, hands on experiences with the animals for everyone. Lots of kindness, laughs, and sharing of knowledge from the staff. Amazing tractor rides. The house is spacious, well-maintained and in an incredibly beautiful spot with gorgeous views of the landscape and farm animals. If you want a genuine farmstay experience, with kind, hospitable staff and lovely experiences - I would definitely recommend Bellevue.

8. Toms Cap Vineyard Retreat

322 Lays Rd, Willung, Victoria 3847 Australia
Excellent
81%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 89 reviews

Toms Cap Vineyard Retreat

Experience the hospitality, tranquility and comfort of country life in absolute luxury. Toms Cap is an award winning boutique vineyard situated in Central Gippsland and surrounded by the forests of the Strezlecki Ranges, the ninety-mile beach at Woodside and the natural flora and fauna of Tarra Bulga national park. The property consists of 100 acres of rolling green paddocks with six acres of vines and forty acres of planted gums and pines. Close by is the Tarra Bulga national park which is one of only four major areas of cool temperature rainforest in Victoria featuring lush moist gullies, giant mountain ash trees and beautiful tree ferns. With beautiful 1 bedroom & 2 bedroom cottages as well as a 4 bedroom lodge all your luxury accommodation needs are covered. Our restaurants are set amongst the vineyard, lawns and gardens of Toms Cap, the restaurant is unpretentious and modern, offering the finest of local produce and providing a dining experience unique to this part of Gippsland.

Lovely surprise

Reviewed By Janelle P

We were looking for somewhere to eat after walking through the rainforest and on our way to Metung. What a treat, the venue and surrounds were just stunning and so unexpected . Dirt Road to get there but OK . Friendly service, attentive, well spaced timing with meals . Food was OK not super impressive, good menu, unfortunately my duck was too dry but partners Pork belly was great and the chocolate mouse to die for! Nice wine Matches most quality of wineries in the Yarra - would go back .

9. Aspect Villas

20 Valley Dr Two villas, Bushland and Ironstone, Halls Gap, Victoria 3381 Australia
Excellent
88%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 65 reviews

Aspect Villas

Your own luxury accommodation. Whether you are relaxing in the large king bed, soaking in the incredibly huge spa or lounging on the beautiful leather couch, you have stunning views, all from inside the luxury of your very own villa. Centrally located & just walking distance from the cafes & restaurants of Halls Gap & yet, very secluded & private. Couples only, can surround themselves with stunning views of mountains, bush land & wildlife, including kangaroos, deer, emus, birds & ducks. Soak in the fantastic spa, sip a glass of red in front of the fire, set in magnificent Grampians stone & watch the mist swirl around the mountain peaks, while the kangaroos graze at your windows. Stroll into town to the famous Kookaburra Restaurant for a fabulous meal of slow cooked crispy skin duckling or spinach crepes & sample some of the local wines. Stroll home and drift off to sleep with the stars twinkling through the cathedral windows. Luxury accommodation, a truly romantic getaway.

A slice of heaven here on earth

Reviewed By shellsparke

This place is something truly special. We stayed in the Bushland villa for two nights. Every window has incredible views of the Grampians, even from the huge bathtub/spa. The local wildlife are in abundance. Kangaroos, emus and so much birdlife to see. So well thought out, from the layout, the facilities provided, the yummy breakfast provisions, the little extras everywhere - you have all you will need, and oh, so much more. When a place is as hard to leave, as this one, you know it has worked its magic. Ps. My husband said - special mention for the shower - one of the best he had ever had

10. Tooborac Hotel & Brewery

5115 Northern Highway, Tooborac, Victoria 3522 Australia
Excellent
39%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
7%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 106 reviews

Tooborac Hotel & Brewery

Country Hotel 101

Reviewed By kogie131

What a great place to meet family and friends especially if the weather is fine and you can be in the outdoor area. Enjoy a delicious meal and the beer from the brewery next door. It's a family run business and every one is on deck helping. We enjoyed every second and going back for sure!

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