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Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park

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 · Castlemaine, Victoria
10 acres hosted by Castlemaine Gardens H.
26 lodging sites · 74 Vehicle/Tent sites
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BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park is a peaceful, private oasis in the heart of the vibrant Victorian Goldfields town of Castlemaine, just 90 minutes from Melbourne. It adjoins Castlemaine’s beautiful 25-hectare Botanical Gardens and the parkland setting, trees, breezes, and birdlife provide a magical holiday backdrop. A winner of multiple tourism awards, BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens offers accommodation options for a fun-filled family holiday, a perfect romantic retreat, or a leisurely getaway with friends. You’ll find luxury glamping, spacious villas, a luxury accessible villa, and comfortable cabins, as well as picturesque, pet-friendly powered and unpowered sites. The park enjoys an unsurpassed location. The Botanical Gardens and adjoining nature reserve are the perfect location for an early morning run, a summer picnic, or a visit with the children to an innovative, creative play space. Directly across the road is the popular artisan Mill Complex, with its range of gourmet food outlets, brewery, Viennese-themed coffee house, winery, vintage bazaar, artisan workshops, and much more. To top it off, a couple of friendly country pubs are also just a stroll away. Castlemaine is the perfect base from which to explore Victoria’s Goldfields region and its history, arts culture, renowned wineries (the big reds are especially noted), and spectacular landscapes. The regional city of Bendigo, with its magnificent Goldfields-era architecture, parks, events, and festivals, is an easy half-hour drive away, and towns like Maldon, Clunes, Harcourt, Creswick, Kyneton, Malmsbury, Daylesford and Hepburn are all nearby, offering a choice of wonderful day-trips on scenic back roads. If you’d like to stay closer to your home away from home, BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens is a comfortable 15-minute walk from the center of town. Enjoy Castlemaine’s architecture, coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques and markets. Visit the iconic Theatre Royal, the oldest continually operating theatre on Australia’s mainland, and explore the various beer gardens, pubs, and galleries around the town. For lovers of the great outdoors, there is almost too much to choose from. There are extensive bushland walking and cycling tracks around Castlemaine and further afield, including the renowned Goldfields Track. There is also the 1,400-hectare Mt Alexander Regional Park for bushwalks, picnics, lookouts, and local wildlife. For kids, Castlemaine and the surrounding region is nature’s playground. Get outdoors and explore historic goldmines, rock climbing, watering holes, and family-friendly bike trails and walking tracks. There's also plenty to enjoy at BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park, including a sensory garden designed to connect our guests with the sights, sounds, and scents of nature, a school holiday activity program, and a fun-filled Games Room. Special family holiday moments can be shared around our pizza oven and BBQ, in the "Bush Hut” Camp Kitchen, or sitting around a campfire on a winter's evening. Come and stay in a magical holiday park in the heart of Victoria’s Goldfields and explore a region that truly has something for everyone to enjoy! BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation who are the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognize their continuous relationship to the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging

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Unpowered Site

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 8 m
Our unpowered campsite site is perfect for tents and camper trailers. They are not suitable for caravans and may not be fully grass-covered in the summer months.
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Powered Site

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 15 m
Our good-sized grass or gravel-powered sites, some overlooking the beautiful Castlemaine Botanical Garden, are well placed to access all park amenities including the Bush Hut Camp Kitchen with its BBQ and pizza oven. And remember, if you’re staying on one of our sites you’re welcome to bring your dog along for the holiday.
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Luxury Glamtainer

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Cabin · Sleeps 2
Our beautiful Glamtainer offers a truly romantic holiday hideaway. With a peaceful outlook across trees and gardens, the Glamtainer offers all the luxury touches and finishes you would expect. There's a queen-size bed, a modern kitchenette with stovetop and microwave, a lounge area, a spacious ensuite and heating and cooling. There's also a deck area, perfect for enjoying a glass of one of our wonderful local wines and perhaps a light supper. The Glamtainer provides a very special retreat - peaceful, private and featuring understated luxury and elegance. If you and your partner want to leave the world behind for a day or two, this one is for you. And when you're ready to venture out, all the charms of Castlemaine are just a stroll away, including the town's stunning Botanical Gardens right next door, the famous Mill artisan precinct and Castlemaine's shops, cafes, galleries and country pubs. Book yourself a romantic holiday retreat now!
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AU$326
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Bronze Cabin - Double Family Studio

Cabin · Sleeps 4
Our self-contained Double Studio is suitable for a couple or a family with up to two small children and has everything needed for a comfortable holiday. A double bed is located in the main room which also includes a kitchenette with a sink, stove top, microwave and small fridge/freezer, a dining table and chairs and a TV/DVD. A small adjoining bedroom has a double bunk bed and there is a separate bathroom with a shower over a half bath, a basin and toilet. All linen and bedding are provided and the cabin has air-conditioning and heating.
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AU$196
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Gold Cabin - Queen Family Studio

Cabin · Sleeps 5
Our fully self-contained Queen Family Studio offers comfortable and relaxed accommodation, ideal for a getaway with family or friends. The open-plan main living room features a kitchen with a sink, stove top, microwave and small fridge/freezer, a dining table and chairs, and a TV/DVD. There is a queen-size bed in this area. An adjoining bedroom has a double bed and an overhead single bunk. There is a separate bathroom with a shower over a half bath, a basin and toilet. All linen and bedding are provided and there is air-conditioning and heating.
Campfires allowed
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No pets
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AU$187
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6 dispersed sites
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Gold Garden Cabin - Double Studio

Cabin · Sleeps 2
Our self-contained Double Studio accommodates one couple and are situated along the embankment alongside the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens. They have a main living area and a separate bedroom with a double bed. All linen and bedding are provided. There is also a small ensuite with a shower over a half bath, basin, and toilet. The living area has a small kitchen with sink, stovetop, microwave, small fridge/freezer, crockery/cutlery, dining table/chairs, lounge, and TV/DVD. The cabin is air-conditioned and has heating.
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AU$206
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Luxury Accessible Villa - 3 Bedroom

Cabin · Sleeps 6
Our newest fully self-contained three-bedroom luxury villa sleeps up to eight and is ideal for a get-together with friends or family at any time. Importantly, however, it has been designed to make it easier for a mobility-impaired guest to enjoy their holiday. There are extra-wide doorways for easy wheelchair access, an over-size master-bedroom suite with king-size bed and a huge bathroom featuring a walk-in or roll-in shower and handrails and grabrails for support. The spacious living, dining and kitchen area and the outdoor deck, all with level access, will ensure a quality holiday is accessible for all. Of course, the villa features all the luxury touches found in our popular villa range. There’s a second bathroom, air-conditioning and heating, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with oven, stovetop and a microwave, a large lounge area with plush sofa seating and coffee table and a wide-screen television. The huge covered outdoor deck provides views across the park and is perfect for al fresco dining or simply relaxing and enjoying the country air. With quality finishings throughout, the villa is truly the ideal home away from home.
Campfires allowed
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No pets
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No picnic table
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AU$401
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Luxury Bell Tent Glamping

Cabin · Sleeps 2
Our three Bell Glamping Tents are all style! Tucked away at the far end of BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park, each tent enjoys stunning views across the beautiful Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and Nature Reserve. There's a queen-size bed, luxurious linens, pillows and throws, a small bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, an air conditioner and heater and, during the cooler months, an electric blanket - everything that's needed for a memorable glamping experience! Bathroom facilities are nearby in a modern amenities block, and you can enjoy the BBQ, pizza oven and cooking facilities in the “Bush Hut” camp kitchen. Each tent features an expansive wooden deck, the perfect place for a peaceful morning coffee or evening drink, taking in those amazing views and enjoying the fresh air, sounds of nature and the breezes through the trees. Whether you want quiet time out, a romantic getaway or fun with friends, our glamping tents are a unique accommodation experience.
Campfires allowed
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No pets
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AU$206
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3 dispersed sites
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Luxury Safari Tents

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Safari tent · Sleeps 6
Perfect for memorable family fun or a luxurious romantic retreat, BIG4 Castlemaine's Safari Tents provide a unique holiday experience. With a breathtaking outlook over the trees to the beautiful Castlemaine Botanical Gardens from an expansive and private wooden deck, the tents offer every feature needed for the perfect getaway. There's a four-poster queen-size bed, a sleeping nook for the children with two single mattresses, that converts to a cosy day bed or additional double bed, an extra trundle bed and camp bed both suitable for children, a well-equipped kitchenette and dining area, large sofa and coffee table, and bathroom. Luxurious, rustic details include quality linens, cushions, rugs and lighting, and split-system heating and cooling ensures comfort year-round. A special highlight is a freestanding claw-foot bath on the gorgeous deck - literally the ideal place to sit back and soak in the views and the peace and quiet. With all the facilities of BIG4 Castlemaine on offer, the Mill Precinct across the road and the best of Castlemaine just a stroll away, our Safari Tents are a fabulous base for your next holiday adventure!
Campfires allowed
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No pets
Showers
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AU$371
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2 dispersed sites
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Luxury Villa - 1 Bedroom

Cabin · Sleeps 2
Wanting a little luxury for time away with that special someone? Our elegant one-bedroom villas are a perfect choice for a special holiday retreat in the heart of Castlemaine. Each villa features heating and air-conditioning; a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave and fridge; a spacious ensuite; a large and comfortable dining and large lounge area; washing machine; and large-screen TV. A covered spacious deck with an outdoor seating and eating area overlooks the park, and is ideal for morning coffee or an evening drink. The villas are truly a special home away from home and just a short stroll from the best Castlemaine has to offer.
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No pets
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AU$244
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Luxury Villa - 2 Bedroom

Cabin · Sleeps 6
These two-bedroom villas feature everything needed for a special getaway with friends or family. Beautifully presented and with modern luxury touches, the villas have two bedrooms, one with a queen-size bed and the second with two single bunk beds and there is a spacious bathroom. A full-size kitchen includes an oven and stovetop, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and benchtops. There is a large and comfortable lounge and dining area with a large-screen TV. An outdoor covered deck overlooking the park and surrounding trees provides a further relaxation and gathering space and is ideal for morning coffee and al fresco dining.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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AU$294
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3 dispersed sites
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Luxury Villa - 3 Bedroom

Cabin · Sleeps 6
Our spacious three three-bedroom villas offer everything needed for a memorable holiday with the extended family or with a group of friends. Each villa has two bedrooms with queen-size beds and a third bedroom with two single bunk beds, providing sleeping for up to eight. There is heating and cooling; a fully-equipped and full-size kitchen with an oven and stove top, dishwasher, microwave and fridge; two bathrooms, and a spacious and elegant dining and lounge area with a large-screen TV. An outdoor deck overlooking the park and the surrounding trees provides further relaxation and gathering space and is an ideal place for a morning coffee and al-fresco dinning. The villas provide perfect holiday accommodation within the beautiful grounds of an award-winning holiday park and are just a brief stroll from the best of Castlemaine’s vibrant cultural, food, wine and shopping offerings.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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AU$342
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2 dispersed sites
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Silver Cabin - Queen Family Studio

Cabin · Sleeps 5
Our fully self-contained Queen Family Studio offers comfortable and relaxed accommodation, ideal for a getaway with family or friends. The open-plan main living room features a kitchen with a sink, stove top, microwave and small fridge/freezer, a dining table and chairs, and a TV/DVD. There is a queen-size bed in this area. An adjoining bedroom has a double bed and an overhead single bunk. There is a separate bathroom with a shower over a half bath, a basin and toilet. All linen and bedding are provided and there is air-conditioning and heating.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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AU$206
/ night
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2 dispersed sites

Reviews

92% Recommend13 Ratings · 10 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Unpowered Site
We had a corner sight. Under a luscious tree. Amazing peaceful place. Did a short hike in the afternoon. Great surroundings. Will definitely return. The amenities were great. Clean nice showers. Staff who assisted us had a great smile and gave me further information for the area!
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Sandy N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Powered Site
Staff are very friendly and helpful. Nice surroundings of beautiful plants. Clean kitchen and bathroom. It is a good place for family camping. Highly recommended
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Vu N.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Unpowered Site
Great place to camp. Clean facilities. Handy to pool, park, pub.
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Andrew S.
5 reviews
Recommends
· January 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Powered Site
Easy to locate campsite, with public pools and various cafes and breweries nearby. Facilities were clean and our stay was perfect.
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Mathew M.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
A one off experience
Luxury Glamtainer
Really great stay. Everything we needed and a lovely spot by the gardens. It is double glazed so quiet, but you can still periodically hear the passing trains on the other side of the Botanical Gardens. The site is relatively small for a BIG4 and has an excellent 50m pool next door. The Mill (opposite) has so many excellent options for food and wine. The service at this site was outstanding and the communal facilities were spotless. Will return.
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Andrea C.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2025
Perfect in every way
Tent · With kids ·
Drive Thru Site
This oasis of excellence in historic Castlemaine was the perfect venue for our new years break.. located next to the botanic gardens and public pool this park has brilliant facilities. The staff are amazing and friendly. From adults to kids this is perfect spot. Recommend staying here so very highly!
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David G.
4 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
Tent ·
Unpowered Site
Great location, easy access, and great support from the campground
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Gus J.
6 months on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· December 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Unpowered Site
I had a disappointing experience at this site. The staff was very rude, which was incredibly off-putting. I booked this location specifically for the fire pit, as advertised on Hipcamp, but upon arrival, I was informed that fires were prohibited. It was clear that the site had not been updated with this information. Additionally, the kitchen facilities were inadequate. There was only a small electric oven and a toaster for a large group of people, which simply wasn't enough. Overall, I left feeling frustrated and let down.
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Marjan K.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Unpowered site
Tent ·
Unpowered Site
Stayed one night at an unpowered site. Ground was percent for pegs, site was a good size and camp had all amenities you needed. Will be back
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Conor R.
7 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Unpowered Site
Beautiful spot, walking distance to town. The staff were friendly and very helpful
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Samantha R.
1 year on Hipcamp

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