ROSE COTTAGE Built in the 1890s, this was the original farm cottage that has since been updated to make it cosy and relaxed self contained, private accommodation for up to 4 adults. The owners are very ecologically conscious having had solar power and solar hot water for more than 20 years. The solar power is now stored using a 20 kWh battery system. The water used in the cottage is pure country rain water. The Cottage:- -- open plan living and dining area with adjoining kitchen. -- 2 bedrooms. The main bedroom has a queen bed, second bedroom has a double plus a single bed. We encourage guests to bring their own linen (Sheets, pillow cases and bath towels). If linen is requested please note the additional fee of $75 per stay. Doonas, blankets, pillows and tea towels are provided. -- main bathroom has a toilet, shower, basin and laundry facilities. -- second toilet with basin is adjacent to the bedrooms. -- fully equipped kitchen including Saeco coffee machine -- living room includes a wood heater and also a reverse cycle heater/air conditioner. --an enclosed carport -- small fully fenced garden. Access to the rest of the garden/farm SPRINGWOOD FARM -- only 1.5 hours from the Melbourne CBD, the Neerim area is a hidden gem. The cottage is located on a working farm located in one of the greenest and most fertile regions of Victoria. While much of the 22 ha farm is used for fattening prime beef, the farm also produces walnuts and blueberries in season. There is also a large orchard with heritage variety fruit trees. Many species of birds, including King Parrots which we often feed. Kangaroos regularly come out of the forest to graze in our paddock below the cottage and, at night, you need to be vigilant to avoid the wombats that come out to eat on the roadsides. After wandering around the farm enjoy the peace and tranquility of the cottage, either sampling the local wine and fresh produce in front of the fire or sitting on the front verandah enjoying the sounds of the birds in the garden and the forest and watching the Kangaroos as the sun sets. LOCAL ATTRACTIONS -- Stunning opportunities for the photographer - landscapes, birds, other wildlife. -- Skiing - only 73 km from the summit of Mt Baw Baw, cross country and downhill skiing & kids snow play area. (Snow chains for hire in Noojee, Icy Creek and Tanjil Brem. -- Neerim South township, 8 minutes from Rose Cottage. Cosy family pub, Pharmacy, butcher, baker and supermarket etc . Local pool in summer -- Wineries -- Arts and crafts, locally in Neerim South or a short venture to Yarragon, etc. -- Markets operate on different Saturday or Sunday mornings of the month e.g. Rokeby, Warragul, Noojee, Jindivick. All within 15 - 30 minutes away, full of local produce, plants and collectables -- Water falls (Toorongo and Amphitheatre loop walk just past Noojee) -- Tara Bulga bush walks -- Swimming/fishing Blue Rock Dam (Willow Grove 45Kms) -- The farm is adjacent to state forest containing plentiful native bird and animal life. The forest is crisscrossed with fire trails. However, these tracks are poorly maintained but offer adventurous walks for the hardy, situated only 200 metres from the front gate.