The Park - Blackwood. A picturesque Victorian 1860s fully renovated 3 bedroom country house. The main house is surrounded by 2 acres of enchanted garden with gorgeous natural light and native forest beyond. Wood burning fireplace and heating in all rooms. Kangaroos, Wombats, Native birds and Kookaburras are present and visit the property. The space Accomodation: The house is surrounded by 2 acres of mixed Australian-English landscaped gardens, with heritage listed ancient trees. Fruit orchard, gums, woodland and lawns, being private and secluded but with neighbours nearby so not isolated. Native birds, (including kookaburras and fairy wrens) wildlife (kangaroos, koalas) are in the area as the property is situated near the Wombat State Forest. Hotel quality linen with feather & down bedding. Modern bathroom, large walk in marble lined shower, classic deep claw foot bath and wc. Second powder room with basin and wc. Fully equipped kitchen with European appliances and all the essentials you'll require. LED Flat screen television, Netflix and WIFI internet. Georgian antique and contemporary furniture, comfortable sofas and arm chairs. Children and Pet friendly, with secure gated zones on the verandahs. Large playhouse with swings and slide in the garden for children. Ideal getaway for couples, singles and families, small groups as the property has an abundance of space for everyone to find their own space. Local Blackwood township is only 4 minutes stroll, with the historic and longest running weatherboard Hotel in Victoria "The Blackwood Hotel", offering classic pub meals, lunches and dinner. The local Jindarup General store - Post office stocks antiques/bric-a-brac and a selection of grocery items and an ATM. Local attractions: Mineral Springs, bush walks, nurseries with rare plants (Garden of St.Erth, Frogmore Gardens), local wineries and spas. Local Blackwood tennis courts also nearby to the property. Location: 1 hr from Melbourne via Western Freeway, 10 minutes from Trentham, 30 minutes from Daylesford, Woodend, Kyneton. Blackwood was founded as an early Victorian gold rush mining town and now boosts beautiful gardens, bush walks, mineral springs and local wildlife such as wombats, kangaroos, native birds, including kookaburras. Easy access from airport by car using Calder Freeway. Approx 50 min. Parking onsite. Public transport is Taxi or Uber. Guest access Local Blackwood township only 4 minutes stroll with historic Hotel-Pub (longest continual operating weatherboard pub in Victoria) serving classic hotel lunches and evening meals. Martin Street Coffee Roastery. Jindarup-Post office-general store-coffee shop that offers the local award winning Karon Farm coffee, light food options, select groceries, antiques, bric a brac and ATM facilities). Local attractions: Mineral Springs, bush walks, nurseries with rare plants (Blackwood Ridge Restaurant & Nursery, Garden of St.Erth Cafe & Nursery, Frogmore Gardens), spas and wineries. Local Blackwood tennis courts also nearby at the Blackwood Sports ground. Other things to note Minimum of 2-3nights with rates in listing. Rates may vary throughout the year depending on dates. Maximum stay by arrangement with host. No parties are permitted or groups of people other than guests at property, unless by prior discussion and arrangement.