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Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Lodge

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Exterior
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Lodge

Please read this description carefully before booking. The base rate for our stunning place includes 2 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. Please refer to the "Rooms & Spaces" tab for the configuration by bedroom. Each additional bedroom can be booked as you need them. A booking for 6 guests provides 3 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. A booking for 8 guests provides all 4 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. Please do not book for 5 or 7 guests as each bedroom sleeps 2 guests and is charged as such. This saves you paying for all 4 bedrooms when you may only need 2 or 3. Please note, we do not provide single beds or single room rates. Those bedrooms not booked remain locked.

We do not charge a cleaning fee, most places do, so please keep this in mind when adding up your total cost.

As featured in the 2023 SA Life Magazine - Best of South Australia Annual. This former Federation country house, built in 1901 sits within its own pocket of manicured country gardens on a working equestrian farm. It is surrounded by some of the most stunning views of the Adelaide Hills.

Only 35 minutes' drive from Adelaide's CBD, relax and unwind in its Edwardian styled charm or use it as a base to explore. Many local attractions may be found nearby, including fantastic cellar doors, craft breweries & distilleries, eateries, fruit picking and markets, golf and hiking, as well as lots of family activities and quaint Hills villages. For wine lovers we are only 20 minutes scenic drive to the Barossa Valley and on the northern route to Eden Valley. We are also close to many local wedding venues including Inglewood Inn, Al-Ru Farm and Glen Ewin Estate.

You will have exclusive use of the lodge during your stay. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with shower, reverse cycle air conditioning, dual electric blankets and up to 2 additional children's trundle beds may be hired for an additional fee. Please refer to the listing for bed configurations by room, please note all beds are king, queen or double size (no singles).

We have created a special kind of environment for our guests. The air-conditioned Edwardian drawing room with heritage fireplaces welcomes you. Enjoy uninterrupted views of The Adelaide Hills and Millbrook Reservoir Reserve from our semi-enclosed veranda, lawns and gazebo. Kangaroos, koalas and emus can often be seen in their natural habitat.

A very spacious kitchen is provided with Nespresso machine, gas appliances, microwave, dishwasher & an enormous fridge.

Perfect for retreats and/or offsite workshops where all guests are staying onsite.

Outstanding catering is available on request (external catering is not permitted).

The building has reverse cycle air conditioning (heating and cooling) throughout.

Property manager

Travis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only in designated outside areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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: We welcome children aged 5 years and older.

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: Facilities for use by house guests only
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Secluded Adelaide Hills Escape
Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Escape
Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Lodge Millbrook
Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Lodge Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Inglewood, SA

What's nearby

  • Tea Tree Plaza - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Rundle Mall - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Adelaide Convention Centre - 29 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Adelaide Zoo - 29 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury Parafield Station - 22 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inglewood Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Glen Ewin Estate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gully Public House & Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tea Tree Gully Golf Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Verde - ‬13 min drive

Beautiful Old World Adelaide Hills Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vicki R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Big Home
Great home for a group or family. It is a bit remote, so no ducking to the shops but perfect for a quiet retreat. No laundry so do allow for that.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tally Ho Lodge
Fantastic stay, thanks Travis!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

covenantwoman

Liked: Cleanliness
jUST DELIGHTFUL
Had a wonderful stay at beautiful Templewood House. A truly magical and unique place, Travis was very he[pful and welcoming and all the amenities of the house were very functional and very comfortable. Highlights were the open fire, a cuppa in the gazebo, evening on the verandah with the fairy lights on, excellent TV and Internet and great kitchen. The kids had a ball and lots of fun.A step back in time.Thankyou for such a wonderful and special experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great property. Had a relaxing stay in an old style setting with beautiful views of the countryside. Great kitchen for cooking up a feast and cozy interior with fireplace for a relaxing evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacky D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This is the perfect getaway. The accommodation was amazing, very big kitchen and the walk-in fridge was so convenient. We had wintery weather and living area was warm and cozy with the log fires. Each room had its own bathroom and the beds were very comfortable. I would highly recommend and will definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly wine getaway with best friends
Our group go away each year to a wine region in Australia. We chose Templewood near Adelaide Hills as it has accommodation for 4 couples including separate ensuites. The House was very large, with ample space, a great kitchen, lovely grounds and a warming open fire to enjoy our wine each night. The accommodation did not disappoint as the beds were comfortable with heating in each room. There were quite a generous array of supplies provided in the kitchen including the base ingredients for breakfast, tea, and a coffee pod machine. Travis also provided a lovely bottle of wine to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
Bridal party stay.
Our stay was wonderful. The house is amazing and very nicely setup. There was plenty for space for the Bride and bridesmaids to get ready, including hangers for the dresses and large full size mirrors. There is a large industrial kitchen and fridge, so we had no issues with keeping food and drinks cool, plus prepping snacks. The garden outside the house is also amazing and I loved all the different flowers. We had a very comfortable stay and would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mystery Party Fun
I wanted somewhere calm, pretty and opulent to celebrate with my friends for my 40th, and Templewood had it all. Every one of us returned to our families feeling relaxed and having had a splendid dose of country luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious property
Beautiful views and great facilities. Enjoyed the open wood fires and all the extra touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
We really enjoyed our brief stay at Templewood House. It was very cool to stay in such a historic and pretty place - no wonder it’s a wedding venue!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adelaide Hills Stay
We really enjoyed our stay at Templewood House. Travis was very helpful and met us on checking in and even had the fire going for us. Would love to come and stay again with a group of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the unique experience of staying in a historic beautiful country house. All the extras made us feel welcome and it was a fantastic base for exploring all the wineries and amazing scenery of the hills whilst being only a short drive to Adelaide.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOHN AND ALISON P., Ballarat

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Exactly as described
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gizat K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an awesome stay
It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend escape with friends
Our group of six were looking forward to a convenient escape in the hills away from family and commitments. The Homestead at Millbrook provided a beautiful, old world space that was perfect for cosy chats around the log fire and warm cuppa's shared overlooking the gorgeous garden and hillside views. Bedrooms provided creature comforts and a peaceful nights sleep for weary grandparents!! It was a fine escape that was very much enjoyed and easily coordinated with our host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Hills Escape
Great location for exploring Adelaide Hills wineries and restaurants. Perfect accommodation for 3 couples with an ensuite in each bedroom. Fantastic weekend was had by all! Thanks Travis for providing local tourist info and being flexible with checkout time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Beautiful
We really wanted somewhere special to stay with family to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday. What an absolutely beautiful house, we couldn't have asked for anything better. It will definitely go down as one of our most memorable trips as a family. The weather was cold and rainy so we couldn't spend a great deal of time outside enjoying the grounds, however it was so cosy and full of character inside that we enjoyed ourselves throughly. Would definitely recommend staying here, Travis was a wonderful host, thank you for a most enjoyable weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Wedding
This property was ideal for us to stay near our daughter’s wedding venue. We used the house for her wedding preparation and photos. Travis is a thoughtful and accommodating host and I have no hesitation in recommending Templewood House.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
First impression... so pretty. Second... so clean. Third... we've discovered our yearly vacay home away from home. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Accomplished
Such a relaxing, calming and cozy home to stay in. With complimentary extras to add to the enjoyment. Wine, pillows and blankets to picnic or read a book outside in the amazing grounds, even a game of bocce. Pick a tree to sit under and enjoy the the same or just sneak a snooze. After go walking around to take in the horses and chat with riders or watch as they train young and experienced. The Industrial Kitchen, great to cook in and large fridge to store your produce and yummies you plan on making to eat together on the dining table with the view of gardens and birds (wrens, kookaburras talking or dancing about). Travis, a kind and caring host. Thank you We will come back Lori & Robert
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

viya m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutly amazing
Thanks a lot Travis. We really enjoyed our holidays in your house. The house is very beatiful and comfortable. 🙂🙏❤
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul b., SA

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
Spacious, clean , old style large home. In the Hills, quiet lovely area, “industrial” kitchen but loved the space and facilities provided
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation with great company.
Thank you for your hospitality Travis. We had a lovely weekend enjoying the peace and quiet of Tally Ho Lodge. A perfect getaway for either summer or winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

aaron h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
The property is amazing and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW! What an experience
Property was beatifully presented and just perfect for a weekend getaway. It is truely a wonderful experience staying at this property - being teleported back in time. What a great mix of modern comforts meeting old time living. Just simply awesome for all age groups to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021