Earth house vacation rentals in Australasia

Bussells Bushland Cottages - Couples/Small Family

Bussells Bushland Cottages is a 20 hectare "Land for Wildlife" property. Our 8 rammed-earth cottages are set apart in order to preserve privacy. Walk trails criss-cross the bush block which has wonderful stands of old-growth trees, as well as being home to a wide variety of bird life and mobs of kangaroos. The quoted room rate for 1 or 2 persons is based on the use of 1 bedroom. If, for any reason, guests require to use the 2nd bedroom, an extra bed charge will be levied payable before arrival.

Gingko Lodge. Country Luxury with a View.

A delightful self-contained Poured Earth building 500 metres from the Rail Trail. A renovated building with rendered walls, polished concrete floor, full kitchen, reverse cycle AC, wood heater and large bathroom. Open plan design creates an instant impact when you walk in. Large sunny courtyard with wonderful rural views. So much to do with Metung Hot Springs, beaches, lakes, mountains and Buchan caves to visit. A perfect place for a romantic holiday to stop, relax and go exploring.

Nest

Nestled away in a private location, is a wonderful retreat perfect for two. Views across natural bushland , you are only 2 minutes by car to Mt Martha Village and beautiful South Beach Set on 2 acres, 'NEST' is stand alone from the main house. Sit on the deck, or 'egg' swing chair and enjoy your afternoon sundowners. Mt Martha is perfectly located on the Mornington Peninsula, to enjoy all its fantastic attractions...beaches, biking, hot springs, coastal walks, restaurants and wineries.

The Lily Pad, Warburton

The Lily Pad is a cosy architect-designed, self-contained luxury villa, cantilevered over a tranquil billabong. Sit on the deck under a canopy of stars, serenaded by frogs. Enjoy a picnic beneath the magnolia tree. Renovated in Oct 2024, it features an ensuite kitchen & bathroom, with access to the surrounding 3.5-acre property. Described as a "little slice of paradise" by architect & former Grand Designs host Peter Maddison, the property offers stunning mountain views from every direction

101 Love Shack

Our rustic 1903 mud-brick studio is made from river sand and mud sourced from the local Great Western area. The studio was built as a fruit kitchen by the Patching family who owned and operated a number of orchards along Concongella Creek and Salt Creek. The fruit kitchen has been recently renovated into a 1-bed studio which offers history and modern comforts. The cottage is surround by farm land meaning there is an abundance of animals to watch and enjoy, including Kangaroos.

BEAUTIFUL RETREAT - 20 mins to CBD/10 mins to MONA

Cozy and warm mud brick/celery top pine 2 room (+ bathroom) cabin with wood fireplace. Balcony with BBQ area on 15 acres w/amazing gardens and stunning views. The cabin is built from recycled building materials. Snows up to 15 times /year from May - Sept. Combined lounge/Bedroom,dining, wood fire, queen bed, kitchen and bathroom. 15mins to MONA/25 mins to the city. A beautiful space in a beautiful place.

Huon Burrow- Underground, WaterViews

The Huon Burrow is a unique underground dwelling nestled into the hillside with amazing views over the Huon River within easy walking distance of cafes and restaurants at historic Franklin in the Huon Valley. The Huon Burrow has half a metre of material on the roof composed of soil, gravel and insulation on top of a waterproof barrier, then 20 tons of concrete and one ton of reinforced steel.

'Getndare': Country Mud-brick Cottage

‘Getndare' is a perfect relaxing getaway for couples or families. Stunning views to Mt Wellington, Cathedral Rock, Mt Montague and Thark Ridge over looking a pond teeming with frogs, birds and water lilies . Located only 10 minutes from Kingston, less than 5 minutes to the motorway that leads to either The Huon Valley or back to Kingston and Hobart. A great base to explore Southern Tasmania.

River'esque Villa

A luxurious Balinese-inspired self contained villa in beautiful Margaret River. Relax amongst the tall trees on your own private balé verandah. Riveresque was voted one of the top ten romantic retreats in the country by Australian Traveller Magazine, voted number one in Australia with a Stellar Stays Award, and is a member of the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for Excellence.

The Artist's House, Bundanoon NSW

Discretely situated amongst bushland yet just a short stroll from the village of Bundanoon, is The Artist's House. Handcrafted by a well known local artist, this enchanting property offers you a very special and unique getaway for one or two couples. See guest access information for pricing information if you require more than one bedroom.

Cascade Cottage, a Couples Retreat

Cascade Cottage is our couples retreat built of stone and rammed earth sourced from the property. Our Studios are built of stone and rammed earth, have cozy queen beds with beautiful fresh linens and super warm donnas. This cottage has a fully self contained open plan kitchen and a spacious bathroom with a beautiful claw footed bathtub.

The Mudbrick Cottage, off-grid retreat Warburton

A simple, earthy offgrid cottage, built with reclaimed timbers and handmade mudbricks. The Mudbrick Cottage is a peaceful and inviting space where natural living meets beauty. The Cottage has a rustic charm with exposed wood beams, high ceilings, a wood fire, and a newly built deck to enjoy the call of wildlife.