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Gooseberry Hill Dunolly

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42 reviews
 · Dunolly, Victoria
15 acres hosted by Rachel B.
2 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Gooseberry Hill is a flat safe paddock area that was once home to dozens of gold miners in canvas tents seeking their luck. It is ideal for campervans and caravans. Situated just on the outskirts of Dunolly, it is very close to town amenities. There is tap water on the site near the 150 year old apple tree near the main road. You are able to camp privately well back from the road. The site once had brick buildings of shopkeepers and even a hospital - all now long gone. The double story hotel built in 1862 as a Cobb & Co coach hotel for the Gooseberry Hill gold miners, is the only building still standing. The land had a vineyard at one time, and still has a small olive grove and quince trees. It was used in the 1870's as a sporting ground with events such as brass bands, Lantern Parades and even a formal Ball in the adjoining Cobb & Co Hotel. It was a wild and rough time in the gold mining days with a double murder at the butchers shop on the site. There was also a Chinese Camp nearby, as well as gambling dens. All the trees were removed in the 1860's for mining, but now vegetation is being restored. At the rear of the property is the quarry and old diggings. it is an interesting walk but beware of old mining shafts and deep diggings. In summer time watch out for snakes. Kangaroos, wallabies and echidnas are all around the property.Gooseberry Hill campsite is an open paddock with easy vehicle access. The surrounding areas are popular for gold detecting, bushwalking and cyclists.  This area was once dotted with the camps of gold miners and had brick buildings such that are all now long gone. There are many historic buildings in the town, as well as a butcher, and excellent meals from the cafes, bakery and Railway Hotel. The land had a vineyard at one time, and now has a small olive grove and a secret garden of quince trees.  It was used in the 1870's as a sporting ground with events such as " catching a fine, fat pig by it's well-greased tail".  There were Brass Bands,  Lantern Parades and even a formal Ball in the Hotel.  We have small fire pits available for campers to use outside of fire restrictions. Firewood is also available. Pets are welcome but we do have our own dogs so request yours to be kept on a leash at first until they settle in. The area is fenced and safe for dogs. Unfortunately we do not have a toilet yet plan to have one soon, for now campers must bring their own toilet. We also have a wood fired BBQ available for use and will do anything we can to make your stay comfortable.
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100% Recommend46 Ratings · 42 reviews
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Linda B.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
39 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Gooseberry Hill
Close to Dunolly and the fossicking areas and her dogs were beautiful.
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Tess J.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Wonderful place to stay
22 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Gooseberry Hill
Thank you Rachel. What a lovely spacious little oasis. We couldn’t believe our luck to come across your place last minute on a long weekend and have it all to ourselves. A nice big paddock that the kids loved riding their bikes on and kicking a ball around. The free outdoor pool in Dunolly was fantastic too.
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Alistair K.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· February 2025
Tent ·
Gooseberry Hill
Nice camping area. Friendly and accommodating host.
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Simon B.
2 years on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
42 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Gooseberry Hill
Good large open area to camp, grasses maintained and a nice way point between some larger towns and wineries. The Dunolly public pool is fantastic / free over school holidays and weekend a
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Bev B.
2 reviews
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· January 2025
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22 ft pop-up camper ·
Gooseberry Hill
What a great spot. Quiet and loads space. Can walk to town ..great bakery and grocery store. Ground level. Parked at back of paddock away from road. Recommended.
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Paul O.
12 reviews
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· December 2024
21 ft travel trailer ·
Gooseberry Hill
We stayed a week at Gooseberry Hill & absolutely loved it . Rachel's property was so good. Lovely big level space to park and a few chairs & fire pit when you can. So peaceful. There is town water Rachel has made available to you if needed. Dump point in town also. We felt so welcomed in Dunolly where ever we went. The parmi's at the hotel are a must. Quaint little pub with raffles Friday night. Best meat ever at the butchers. Many thanks Rachel for opening up your property for us travellers. Hope to see you again on our return trip.
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Dunolly, Victoria, AustraliaTraditional, ancestral territory of Dja Dja Wurrung First Nations according to
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