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Top-rated campgrounds near Macedon Ranges

  • Merriwoola
  • Merriwoola
  • Merriwoola

1. Merriwoola

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(10)
1 site · Lodging · Nulla Vale, VIC
Merriwoola (Merri Wominjeka : Stones Welcome) 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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from 
AU$232
 / night
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie

2. Hidden Valley House, Anakie

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7 sites · Lodging · 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
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$463
 / night
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin

3. Rustic Miner’s Cabin

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(86)
6 sites · Lodging · Golden Point, VIC
A little slice of heaven ! 11 Acres nestled in a valley in the beautiful Castlemaine goldfields. The property has a main house ,shed ,cottage, Glamping tent site and a dam, and is completely off the grid. Also very close to the popular Expedition pass reservoir and only a few minutes drive to Chewton and Castlemaine. Come and experience the beautiful sunset, Wildlife and tranquility. The cottage itself is furnished and has a cosy open fire place and barrel heater, a small kitchen with basic kitchenware, hot and cold water gas cooking and solar and gas lighting. There is a separate bedroom at the back with a Queen bed and a king single bed. Please note bedding is not provided so please bring a warm sleeping bags or bedding and pillows. There is a adjoining bathroom (accessible from outside) with toilet, vanity and HOT shower. (BYO towels). Please note the bathroom may be shared with my Glamping site guests. (just one other site) The cabin sleeps 3 and you can also bring a tent as well.. Please note this is rustic accommodation and the cabin doesn’t have 240v power only 12v LED lighting and an esky is also provided. Located just 5 mins to local reservoir which is a great place to swim, fish or paddle. Also the popular Red Hill Pub and gold prospecting areas are just up the road and only 10 minutes to historic Castlemaine. Firewood available $30per barrow load. Please message me though the site. Just 1.5 hours drive from Melbourne, 1 hour from Ballarat and 40 minutes from Bendigo.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$193
 / night
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  • The Forest Cottage- Trentham
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4. The Forest Cottage- Trentham

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(4)
1 site · Lodging · Newbury, VIC
Two Bedroom miners cottage in the middle of the Wombat Forest on Dja Dja Wurrung country. Wander down animal tracks and lay under the trees.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$232
 / night
100% (106)

Top-rated campgrounds near Macedon Ranges

  • Merriwoola
  • Merriwoola
  • Merriwoola

1. Merriwoola

100%
(10)
1 site · Lodging · Nulla Vale, VIC
Merriwoola (Merri Wominjeka : Stones Welcome) 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.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$232
 / night
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie
  • Hidden Valley House, Anakie

2. Hidden Valley House, Anakie

100%
(24)
7 sites · Lodging · 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
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
AU$463
 / night
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin
  • Rustic Miner’s Cabin

3. Rustic Miner’s Cabin

98%
(86)
6 sites · Lodging · Golden Point, VIC
A little slice of heaven ! 11 Acres nestled in a valley in the beautiful Castlemaine goldfields. The property has a main house ,shed ,cottage, Glamping tent site and a dam, and is completely off the grid. Also very close to the popular Expedition pass reservoir and only a few minutes drive to Chewton and Castlemaine. Come and experience the beautiful sunset, Wildlife and tranquility. The cottage itself is furnished and has a cosy open fire place and barrel heater, a small kitchen with basic kitchenware, hot and cold water gas cooking and solar and gas lighting. There is a separate bedroom at the back with a Queen bed and a king single bed. Please note bedding is not provided so please bring a warm sleeping bags or bedding and pillows. There is a adjoining bathroom (accessible from outside) with toilet, vanity and HOT shower. (BYO towels). Please note the bathroom may be shared with my Glamping site guests. (just one other site) The cabin sleeps 3 and you can also bring a tent as well.. Please note this is rustic accommodation and the cabin doesn’t have 240v power only 12v LED lighting and an esky is also provided. Located just 5 mins to local reservoir which is a great place to swim, fish or paddle. Also the popular Red Hill Pub and gold prospecting areas are just up the road and only 10 minutes to historic Castlemaine. Firewood available $30per barrow load. Please message me though the site. Just 1.5 hours drive from Melbourne, 1 hour from Ballarat and 40 minutes from Bendigo.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$193
 / night
  • Living
  • The Forest Cottage- Trentham
  • Living

4. The Forest Cottage- Trentham

100%
(4)
1 site · Lodging · Newbury, VIC
Two Bedroom miners cottage in the middle of the Wombat Forest on Dja Dja Wurrung country. Wander down animal tracks and lay under the trees.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
AU$232
 / night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

The Forest Cottage- Trentham
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Rebecca
November 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to The Forest Cottage- Trentham
A great little private cottage located on the rear of the property with easy access to the forest walking trails. We enjoyed 3 nights of peace, serenity and the laughter of kookaburras. Our 4yo loved exploring and discovering native animals and bee hives nearby while our older teens loved the nightly outdoor and indoor fires and accompanying roasts and marshmallow s'mores. Kitchen was well equipped to handle family meal time and the indoor wood heater kept the cottage toasty all night. Recommended for anyone requiring the connection that stems from the disconnect of technology.
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The Forest Cottage- Trentham
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Hayley
October 2025
Weekend Trip to The Forest Cottage- Trentham
Absolutely loved our stay at The Forest Cottage. It was so tranquil and private, it just felt like we were all by ourselves in the woods which was exactly what we were looking for. Kelly was a great host, responsive and friendly. Hope to be back soon!
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The Forest Cottage- Trentham
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Simon
September 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to The Forest Cottage- Trentham
We had a lovely two days at this hut. We walked directly from the hut to Lyonville and Trentham with lunch at Trentham, an excellent day out. The hut was clean, dry with plenty of wood, we were very warm. The indoors composting toilet was easy to use and odour free.
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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Zdenka
August 2025
With pets
Weekend Trip to Rustic Miner’s Cabin
Our second stay at Paul's cabin, this time winter time. Cabin is cosy and we loved the fire place. We were allowed to take our little puppy that enjoyed stay in nature too. Beautiful and serenity.. place offer lot of to do - we walked some trails with historical values from Gold rush mining times. Cabin has everything that our family needed - beds, kitchen, bathroom with toilet and warm water.. 100% recommended for people who are looking for serenity, calmness and nature stay..
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The Forest Cottage- Trentham
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Georgia
July 2025
With kids
Weekend Trip to The Forest Cottage- Trentham
We loved our time at The Forrest Cottage. It was bigger than it looked in the pictures, and had everything we needed. Our kids loved sitting by the fireplace, and watching the wallabys and kangaroos jump across the property. It felt very private - the hosts Kelly and Erin were lovely and welcoming! I would highly recommend staying here!
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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James
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Rustic Miner’s Cabin
Our second stay was as good as the first. Cabin, bush, wildlife, peace and relaxation. Never disappoints. So close to Castlemaine. Can’t wait for our third stay!
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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Ange
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Rustic Miner’s Cabin
We absolutely adored our stay at Paul’s miners cabin, would have happily stayed there indefinitely. It’s very charming and cute, we spend all weekend by the fire outside enjoying the bird sound and the stars, or inside in front of the fire with a wine. Would absolutely stay again in a heartbeat.
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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Sylwia
June 2025
With pets
Weekend Trip to Rustic Miner’s Cabin
Awesome place, very rustic. We were there on the coldest and rainiest days so it wa great sitting in front of fire relaxing!! Thank you Paul!!
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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Caroline
January 2025
Weekend Trip to Rustic Miner’s Cabin
Beautiful peice of land very peaceful alot of wildlife to hear and see in the day and at night. You are close to Castlemaine and a Reservoir which is so good on a hot day to swim or kayak in. The miners hut itself has alot of history and is well kept we were surprised how cool it was despite hot temps. It would be very cosy in the winter I'm sure. Bathroom is clean and every detail considered You do share the bathroom with other campers guests in the Glamping tent, at the time these guest were very quiet so all good. Communication with Paul was excellent we enjoyed meeting his friendly black lab.
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lee
January 2025
With kids
2 nights at Rustic Miner’s Cabin
Cabin was fantastic. A real time capsule and it was so good to be able to stay there. There was lots of wildlife all around and it was very peaceful.
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Merriwoola
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Lauren
December 2024
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Merriwoola
Loved our stay here! Peter was super accommodating and provided lots of info before and during the stay so everything was seamless. Heaps of space and a beautiful spot. The house was a nice touch to have an indoor spot to cook and space where some of us slept. Would return again!
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Rustic Miner’s Cabin
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Julie
November 2024
With pets
3 nights at Rustic Miner’s Cabin
It's a ripper , great little rustic cabin as pics, it's a goodie !
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