Forest cabins in Victoria

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Abhishek

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Lovely Bush Property

If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature, Echidna Retreat Cabin is the perfect choice. Tucked away in the woods, it’s an ideal spot for a small group of 2–3 people to relax and unwind. The cozy retreat is made even better with a mini golf course on-site and breathtaking views of the Milky Way at night, truly the cherry on top of an already wonderful experience! It’s a great budget-friendly escape, and we’re incredibly grateful to Ian for sharing his beautiful property with us.

Weekend Trip to Gilwell Park Adventure Centre

Was a really great place! Love the site we were given! Amenities were clean and close! Lovely place will definitely be back!

3 nights at Shiprock Farm

It was great! We had such a great time camping at Shiprock. The facilities make the stay so easy. The shower felt like luxury! And the kitchen and undercover area made it much more enjoyable as it rained for a couple of hours on one of the nights we were there. We’ll be back!

Weekend Trip to Blackwood Cabin

We had a fantastic stay - the cabin is very well maintained, the scenery is beautiful and the hosts were very friendly and welcoming. We will certainly go back!

Weekend Trip to Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

Beautifully well maintained camp area, spaced well apart from others, nice toilet/ shower block, really quiet, only 4 other groups in the whole site over ANZAC weekend. Phone service was patchy, when it worked it was good, but otherwise a dead zone. Easy to find and get to. Would come again!

4 nights at Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park

We had a great experience in our campervan. The park had great amenities, and a very helpful staff.

Cloe

3 weeks ago

4 nights at Gilwell Park Adventure Centre

We loved our stay! Such a naturally stunning bit of bushland up in Gembrook with all the necessary amenities you could want (flushable toilets, hot showers, drinking water, firepits and plenty of firewood). We were lucky to see lots of bird life and had some gorgeous, clear starry nights 🤩 Its super close to the town of Gembrook so it's easy enough to restock food/ice etc if you were staying for a longer period, the only downfall being noise from the main road (cars and motorbikes), but tbh it was a relatively rare disruption to the peace. Thanks for having us!!

2 nights at Lovely Bush Property

We had a great time at Ian’s bush block. Lovely and quiet, with the place to ourselves (and some Roos & birds!). Stunning stars at night. The outdoor table and fire area were particularly helpful, and we had a fun time on the minigolf too!

2 nights at Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

Really beautiful, serene grounds. Amenities are basic and probably best to bring your own toilet paper to be safe. Also check for bull ant nests before setting up. Access with a 2WD was no problems. Good value camping, off the beaten track.

Weekend Trip to SIBA Retreat Centre

Super peaceful place to stay. George seemed lovely during our brief interaction. We camped down the hill on the open grass patch, the weekend we were there the retreat Centre was having some classes so there was occasional gong ringing at various times but it was pretty distant for us. Beautiful property. Bring everything as the nearest town is 15 minutes drive away.

Weekend Trip to Shiprock Farm

Nice secluded spot, and the outdoor kitchen, shower and toilet is great for tent campers

Weekend Trip to Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

Great place for us, close to home. Donna and Clinton are great hosts.

4 nights at Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

We all had a lovely Easter here. Donna and Clinton very friendly and made us welcome. Children camping here had an Easter Egg hunt . Wonderful hosts.

4 nights at Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

Great camping spot for us not far from home. Donna and Clinton perfect hosts, ensuring all their guests were happy. Message Donna before you book with any questions so you know what the set up is. We enjoyed our Easter here and I’m sure it won’t be the last time we see Donna and Clinton.

1 night at Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

Great amenities provided and great location for campers who seek a balance between being off the grid and needing the essential you cannot miss.

Weekend Trip to Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

Beautiful place! Toilet and kitchen facilities are clean and confortable. Got a bit of issues with mosquitoes in the cabin, so be aware of that! We will definitely want to go back.

Weekend Trip to Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

My family and I had a great few days at Brooklyn Sheepyards. Donna and Clint were fabulous hosts who went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and happy where we were. As it was Easter we opted to include the morning tea (delicious home made puftaloons) with an Easter egg hunt for the kids. Superb! There’s plenty of space to have a private spot in the bush or otherwise you can park up to have some lovely green grass for the kids to play. We had a great view of the old sheep yards and it was a short walk to the creek. We took the bikes and it was an easy ride around the place. A quiet ride up the dirt road. Also got some fishing in along the river. A beautiful spot with excellent hosts. Thanks

Weekend Trip to Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

Greeted warmly by the host. Kids had an absolute ball and want to return again. Donna even organised an Easter egg hunt for the kids. Thanks for a great few days!

Weekend Trip to Hilltop Hideaway

We love the space, very private, lovely sunsets and sunrise. Melissa really is a super host. We enjoyed our family Easter rwflextion and retreat. God's marvelous creation on spectacular display in thia place.. it will never disappoint. For sure will be back. Thank you Melissa for the good graces. God bless your place with more success!

3 nights at Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

Great spot. Been here a few times now. Nice and quiet and still close to attractions.

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Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Zumsteins, VIC

This is the perfect place to base yourself to enjoy the natural beauty of the Grampians National Park. The Scout Camp is located within a short distance to many hikes, bushwalks, lakes and other natural attractions. Scouts use and love this location, so we are offering it for others to enjoy too. By staying here you are helping us with funds to improve the camp. The Scout Camp has bunkhouse accommodation that can sleep 60, plus 10-15 caravan sites (about 4 powered). Camping welcome, plenty of sites. Ask about booking the whole place out for your group!There are great facilities including; gas and fire BBQs, a commercial kitchen that has fed up to 80 people, a large dining hall and games hall, laundry, toilets and hot showers!There's a seasonal creek just 400 meters away. As it's a National Park dogs are not permitted. Campfires permitted. Firewood available to collect your own in the bush.

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Gilwell Park Adventure Centre

6 sites · Lodging, Tents460 acres · Gembrook, VIC

Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Dandenong Ranges, Gilwell Park stands as a quintessential haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a retreat into nature's embrace. Located just 1-hour away from Melbournes bustling CBD, Gilwell Park is renowned for its rich history and its role as a premier destination for Scouting and for outdoor education in the State of Victoria. Surrounded by lush greenery and flourishing flora, this idyllic setting offers a perfect blend of tranquillity and active adventure. Whether you are a Scouts enthusiast, an outdoor adventurer, or someone yearning for a peaceful escape, Gilwell Park beckons with its charm and the promise of an immersive experience in the heart of Victoria's natural beauty.

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Shiprock Farm

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents98 acres · Hoddles Creek, VIC

Bring the family and friends for a secluded and private wilderness experience surrounded by 60 acres of forest. This totally separate wilderness camping paddock sits within our organic permaculture farm property where we grow fruits, veggies, nuts and flowers. Set up camp in the shade on a gently sloping 2 acre paddock all to yourself - that's right - we are offering only one site listing (for you and up to 23 guests) situated about 1 km from the main farm house and completely surrounded by forest. A genuine wilderness experience with forest (tree) bathing, spring fed creeks and total peace for you and your group very close to Melbourne. You can hopefully spot our resident platypus and kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, wombats etc. There’s also abundant bird life including lyre birds and eagles. Explore all the Yarra Ranges has to offer including a short walk to Shiprock Falls. Grab a coffee or pizza in nearby Gembrook and checkout some farm produce from your hosts before you leave. We have added a composting toilet, a drinking water tank and a bush pole shelter with cold water kitchen sink, phone charger ports, lights and hot water to a private shower and a picnic table with seats under cover. We have an adjacent fire pit area with tree log seating. You can order firewood from us too and a Coleman gas cooker with gas bottle (see extras). Most of the materials are repurposed from another property or scavenged from our forest. We hope to see you soon.

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The Love Shack + Extras welcome

6 sites · Lodging100 acres · Tarra Valley, VIC

While The Love Shack is a private cabin, perfect for intimate getaways for couples we also offer larger group bookings for extended family / and or friend groups with the need for a normal bedroom/bathroom option. The camping area around the cabin is suitable for tents/vans and can easiliy accommodate larger groups. There are three under cover areas for group camping use :- an outdoor kitchen area with sink, bench space and a full size fridge/freezer, an enclosed pen with an extra BBQ, There is a large covered area with a 100" pull down projector screen (bring your own projector for movie nights and fun). A full set of lawn games is also available. The Shack is a two night minimum stay and sleeps two. Extra guests are welcome in a tents/vans outside at an extra cost per person. The Shack has one bedroom with linen available as an extra, a small open plan kitchen with fridge, kettle and mini cooker. The living room features a little combustion woodfire heater. Camping enthusiasts can enjoy a level, grassy site with spectacular views across the Tarra River to the forest, or behind you across the paddocks. We are only 3 kms away from the Tarra Bulga National Park and 10 kms from the historic town of Yarram if you need any supplies. Woodside Beach, Welshpool and Port Albert are within easy reach too.

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Lovely Bush Property

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Lillicur, VIC

Surrounded by Lillicur State Forest, opportunities for walks, horse riding and bike riding abound Four mountain bikes are ready to roll and a solar panel will keep phones charged A holding yard will keep your horses happy and shaded. A nine hole mini golf course is ready to challenge you!! Only one booking is taken for any night. As soon as you book, the property becomes yours and is unavailable to anybody else 10 minutes down the road you'll find the quaint village of Talbot. The town retains a number of historic buildings from its prosperous gold mining days. Some of the old shops which line this street are now home to speciality businesses, including a clothing boutique, bookshop and homewares store. The restored London House building in Scandinavian Crescent operates as a cafe and visitor information centre and is surrounded by an attractive community garden. At the corner of Scandinavian Crescent and Fyfe Street is the Talbot Pioneers Memorial Playground with BBQ and picnic shelters. A farmers market operates in the town streets every 3rd Sunday of the month. The pool is great in summer months and the general store is well managed by Prue and open 8am to 7pm every day 2 hours from Melbourne, 1 hours from Ballarat.

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SIBA Retreat Centre

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents108 acres · W Tree, VIC

SIBA Retreat Centre is a beautiful and friendly Buddhist retreat centre in the Snowy River country of East Gippsland, Victoria. Formerly ONTOS, it was founded by Lama Choedak Rinpoche and formally opened and consecrated by His Eminence Chogye Trichen Rinpoche in 2006. During this time His Eminence gave the centre the dharma name 'Tsarchen Choeling'. SIBA has all the conditions for the perfect retreat. Simply being at SIBA calms the senses and heals the mind. SIBA is a welcoming and peaceful refuge and its unique atmosphere is well known to visitors.

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Blackwood Cabin

1 site · Lodging8 acres · Greta South, VIC

Only a short drive to the King Valley wine region, Brookfield Maze and The Alpine National Park where you can enjoy swimming, kayaking, rafting or wining and dining.Blackwood is a traditional log cabin nestled in the bush in North East Victoria. Set on the banks of the 15 Mile Creek it is the perfect place to escape the busy life and settle into a truly unique location. Only a short drive to the King Valley wine region, Brookfield Maze and The Alpine National Park. Fully self contained, the cabin offers guests a camping style experience with some of the comforts of home. There is plenty of room to park a car if you are travelling through.The cabin sleeps 4 with a set of single bunk beds and a double bed. It has a small bar fridge, well equipped kitchen and open fire place and BBQ. The hot shower and flushing toilet are outdoors. There is indoor and outdoor dinning table and large fire pit, that overlooks the creek flats. Easy access for 2WD, limited phone reception with Telstra.

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Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park

218 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Badger Creek, VIC

Escape to the Yarra Valley and be surrounded by some of Victoria’s most stunning landscapes, native Australian wildlife, wineries, eateries, and more! Choose your style of stay from glamping pods and tents to caravanning and camping. There really is something for everyone. Relax with the local wildlife under a Gumtree or by the lake, or hit the swimming pools, bike pump track, giant jumping cushions, playgrounds, and more! We’ve got the whole family covered. We look forward to welcoming you to Park Lane Yarra Valley Holiday Park.

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Brooklyn ( Parking & Hill House)

28 sites · Lodging, RVs250 acres · Waaia, VIC

Brooklyn is a 6 generation working farm. We have plenty of space for fully self-contained parking. We also offer glamping and a tiny house available occasionally (view our other listings). This is a very large area in an open paddock with good access for caravans and large vehicles. You may well be the only people here though there’s is room for 10 vans. There is a view of the Broken Creek which is close to the property & easily accessible by a short walk. We’re are a 10 minute drive to Waaia with an excellent pub and the small town of Nathalia which has a supermarket, hotels, fuel, post office, bakery, gift & clothing stores & other businesses. Whilst there are other facilities on the property, this option is for guests who are self-contained only. Dogs on leash welcome. Campfires permitted in a supplied fire pit, some wood supplied, buy extra. TINY HOUSE available seasonally VIEW SEPARATE LISTINGS

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Merriwoola

1 site · Lodging100 acres · Nulla Vale, VIC

Merriwoola is a property of outstanding natural beauty and offers guests a sanctuary from the world surrounded by parkland bush, mysterious boulders resting amongst the trees and numerous native animals including wombats, echidnas, kanagroos, wallabies, possums, koala and the most extraordinary birdlife. The property is defined by an ancient water course that cuts a 1km ravine through the property. During the winter the dry boulder-strewn gorge is transformed with waterfalls and cascades along its length and regardless of the season transports you to another time and place. There is limited solar power (enough for phones and laptops) and low flow water (enough to brush your teeth). Neither is guaranteed to be available. A wood stove heats the hut, boils the kettle and cooks your dinner; firewood is included. An open outdoor bathroom includes a sink, bath and drop toilet. Hot water is available but not promised. The hut is fenced and well-behaved dogs are welcome. This property is suited to resourceful guests who are familiar with lighting fires, swinging an axe and understanding rural courtesies. The abundance of wildlife is used to peace so if you are taking a dog with you then please keep it within eyesight and always under your control. Please also consider that the mobs of kangaroos that roam the property include some large bucks (boomers) that can be confrontational if surprised so please proceed with caution if approaching grazing animals.

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Hidden Valley House, Anakie

7 sites · Lodging18 acres · Anakie, VIC

Hidden Valley House is nestled in Anakie, VIC, set within the scenic Brisbane National Ranges and only a 1-hour drive from Melbourne CBD. Taking into consideration our ethos around sustainability, the cabin is “off-grid” so solar powered with a composting toilet but with all the amenities you need. The cabin has spectacular views overlooking the valley with an abundance of wildlife and has a small creek and several caves which have formed over millions of years. As well as the cabin, we offer a camping area to larger groups that need overflow accommodation if the cabin is not big enough. This makes Hidden Valley House a fantastic option for large groups wanting to have all the comfort and amenities of the cabin, but experience the back-to-basic joy of camping in nature. Set on an 18-acre property at the start of the Brisbane National Ranges, it is home to koalas, kangaroos, echidnas, sugar gliders and an abundance of birds including eagles and kookaburras. Furthermore, the land is protected by Trust for Nature and Land for Wildlife offering long-term protection for many ecosystems, species and native wildlife. The property is surrounded by national parks and is only a short drive from charming, historical towns such as Meredith and Steiglitz and only 25mins to Geelong. A number of family-owned wineries are located nearby and within Victoria’s Moorabool Valley winery. AWD/4WD recommended

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Hilltop Hideaway

1 site · Lodging150 acres · Seaton, VIC

Hilltop Hideaway is situated 210kms from Melbourne in Seaton - Gippsland, Victoria. Just 10 minutes drive to the township of Heyfield and Lake Glenmaggie. This unique property is located on 150 acres of rolling hills bordering the State Forest. It has amazing views of the Great Dividing Range, as well as local towns, farmlands and Lake Glenmaggie. Our 10 square metre, 1 bedroom cabin sleeps up to 4 with 1 queen bed and 1 double futon in living area (bedding included). It has a fully equipped kitchen, open lounge dining area, bathroom, wood fire and is solar powered. We can accommodate up to an additional 16 people ($20 pp/pn) camping beside the cabin, with there own tent, caravan, swag, cutley etc. The property has an abundance of wildlife including Sambar deer, Kangaroos, Wallabies and Birds, which can all be seen by walking/hiking the property. Relax and unwind taking in the breathtaking views while sitting around the open campfire. You also have phone reception. We hope you get to experience 'Hilltop Hideaway Cabin' in the near future - you will not be disappointed. Thank you.

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Forest cabins in Victoria guide

Overview

Camping in Victoria's forested areas can be an amazing experience, especially if you prefer staying in a cabin. With over 100 options available on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the perfect cabin in the woods. Some top campsites with cabin accommodations in Victoria include Fulham Homestead (112 reviews), Tarra Bulga Views (69 reviews), and Cooinda Burrong Scout Camp (82 reviews). Average price per night is $80, but there are options as low as $15. Popular amenities include cooking equipment, showers, and campfires, while whitewater paddling, wildlife watching, and climbing are some of the favourite activities.