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Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 24800 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

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.

Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History

Welcome to Talisker Homestead!

Located in Western Victoria, among the rolling hills of Henty, the property holds a long and storied history dating back to the 1800's. The homestead (circa 1901) sits atop a large hill and is a large U shaped designed Edwardian home featuring 11 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms (at this point in time; further renovations are ongoing). Talisker comfortably sleeps 22 people.

Talisker is a space for you and your loved ones to create your own experience.

We look forward to hosting you!

Please contact us if you wish to bring pets or have an event at our venue.

A few things to remember to make your stay at Talisker a safe and enjoyable one for all:
•Talisker is a working farm with machinery, dams and other hazards.
-Given the nature of the property, we do not feel it is suitable for young children. We request that you message us for approval before any chilren under 10 are brought to the property. There are many decorative pieces around the house and the house is not child proofed as such - please be aware of this and take care
-Given Talisker is a working farm, there may be sheepwork happening and the owners (Andrew and Kate) may be on the farm at any given time. We generally try to let guests know what is happening on the farm, but if you see anything concerning, please always just call or message us
•We have sheep on the property (in paddocks, not around the house but you may encounter them if you go for a walk). Sheep are not dangerous, but they are animals and we simply ask you to respect their space.
•Talisker is a historic building and the need to preserve the history of this beautiful building is paramount. To this end, we ask that care always be taken around the house – we have endless space to play cricket or kick a football, and we would ask that any activities be undertaken away from the house, and especially our leadlight windows.
•The rooftop are currently not available for guest use and we ask you to respect this as we continue to work on the home

Property manager

Kate

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 8611.1 sq ft (800 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please take care with children at all times.

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
Note from host: Please contact us re events
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

Map
Merino, VIC

What's nearby

  • Henty Creek Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mocamboro H29 Bushland Reserve - 23 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Sandford Streamside Reserve - 29 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Hamilton Botanic Gardens - 48 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Hamilton Golf Club - 50 min drive - 53.0 km

Getting around

  • Branxholme Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪She's A Cawker Bistro - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Henty Creek Bushland Reserve and within 9 mi (15 km) of Digby H30 Bushland Reserve and Wannon River Streamside Reserve. Mocamboro H29 Bushland Reserve and Digby H31 Bushland Reserve are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Talisker Homestead - A Piece of Pastoral History Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jiju T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a big group
The property is excellent for a remote getaway. We were a extended family of 20 and thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Kate was on site to introduce us to the property. She's a very warm and friendly person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agonics Basecamp & Planning
The property and homestead were fantastic. We all really liked the outdoor firepit and the large formal dining room easily seated 13 of us. We organised a yoga session for our second day and had a great session on the front lawn under blue skies.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful location
Nice location,beautiful scenic and great house Professional hospitality of property Manager
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thanuja K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great calm location
We had a wonderful stay at Kate’s place. It was a huge house with plenty of spaces. It is a very old house, but with very recently renovated interiors. Situated in the middle of acres of bare lands , hence we enjoyed our nights with no restriction for music. Love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful piece of history being preserved
This is a beautiful 100+ year old historic homestead situated on a working sheep property with 360 degree views of the surrounding green hills. You can see for miles and miles and its magnificent. The property is nearing completion of a large and very tasteful renovation, and whilst we had a couple of minor hiccups with everything being so new, Kate could not have been more helpful getting them resolved quickly for us. Both Coleraine and Casterton are a comfortable 20 minute drive away, and Portland and Mt. Gambier about an hour away, so there is lots to explore. We plan to come back again. Thanks for hosting us Kate.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022