# Barunah Plains, The Homestead, Hesse, Victoria, Australia Family holiday home in Victoria sleeping 22 with a swimming pool and billiards table, for special weekend get togethers in a fantastic location ## At a Glance - Sleeps 10 - 22 - 10 bedrooms - Dining for 20 ## Images - Total images stored: 44 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1993-1920w.webp - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1986-1920w.webp - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1992-1920w.webp - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1930-1920w.webp - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1935-1920w.webp - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1944-1920w.webp - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-IMG_1881-1920w.webp - 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44. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Barunah-Plains-Homestead-SophieandNickLR001-1920w.webp ## Floor Plans - No floor plans are available for this property. ## About The Property The Homestead sleeps 22 in 10 bedrooms. Extra accommodation in The Shearers' Quarters for 42 plus glamping if needed. Also 6 en suite hotel rooms in the Jackaroo's Quarters. Built in 1866, Barunah Plains Sheep Station Homestead is a stunning bluestone transformation, creating great holiday and event accommodation just an hour and 20 minutes from Melbourne. It's a popular choice for extended family and friends meeting up for a break away from city life, and also offers a change of environment to corporate groups and a romantic venue for a wedding. As well as luxurious living accommodation The Homestead offers fantastic spaces inside and outside for ceremonies, receptions, meetings and client entertaining. Living areas inside are spacious with a formal dining room, games area with a billiards table,  and lounges with open fireplaces - plenty of choice for a mixed family gathering and the perfect blend of old and new for comfort. The large cooks' kitchen is fully equipped and includes a dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. The outdoor kitchen is fantastic for barbecues and there are verandas with seating for eating away from the heat while enjoying special views across Barunah Plains and Warrambine Creek. Catering options are available with help organising hampers and lunches out. A stay at The Homestead comes with lots to do; relax by the pool, play a game of tennis or explore the farm and original buildings. A nearby walk along the Warrambine Creek with its resident platypus is fun and on the way back the children will love collecting the fresh eggs from the chook house. 10 stylish double bedrooms are configured as queens, doubles and twins and 1 of the rooms sleeps 4, ideal for a young family. There are 4 shared contemporary bathrooms and a powder room. Take a drive along The Great Ocean Road, renowned for stunning coastal views including the famous stretch between Lorne and Apollo Bay. The Great Otway National Park can be reached in 1.5 hours, with the chance of seeing koalas in their natural habitat. Closer to the accommodation head out for lunch or dinner at the nearby Inverleigh Golf club or award winning restaurant Brae, 25 minutes away. ## Facilities - **WiFi:** WiFi throughout. - **Swimming Pool:** Large outdoor swimming pool. - **Games Room:** Billiards room. - **Tennis Court:** Tennis court on site. - **Dining Room:** Large formal dining room and second dining room indoors. Verandas with outside dining. - **Kitchen:** Well equipped cooks kitchen includes an AGA. Outdoor kitchen. Washing machine and dryer. - **Sitting Room:** Formal sitting room and library with relaxed sofas. The ballroom has been converted into a second sitting room and dining area. 2 TV rooms. - **Outdoor:** 640 acres to explore. Verandas with outdoor settings, outdoor pool and kitchen. Tennis court and built-in trampoline. - **TV and Music Facilities:** 2 TV rooms. - **Bedrooms:** 10 double bedrooms, a combination of queens, doubles and twins. 1 room has a double and 2 singles. - **Bathrooms:** 4 bathrooms and a powder room. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Fireplaces indoors and an outdoor firepit. - **Linen:** Bed linen and bathroom towels are provided. - **Parking:** Parking available. - **Smoking:** No smoking please. ## Rental Rates Please contact the owner for pricing. ## Booking Information - Check in from 3pm, check out by 10am. - - No pets and no parties or events. - - Catering options are available. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/barunah-plains-the-homestead-hesse-victoria-australia#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Australasia](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/australasia) > [Australia](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/australia) > [Victoria](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/victoria) > [Barwon South West](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/barwon-south-west) > [Geelong](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/geelong) > [Hesse](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/hesse) ### Address Address: 4484 Hamilton Hwy, Hesse Victoria, Victoria, Vic 3321, AU Latitude: -38.080233423489 Longitude: 143.87110012275 ### About The Area Located in the western district, in Hesse on the Barunah Plains and 1 hour and 20 minutes from Melbourne. 10 minutes from Inverleigh and 15 minutes from Cressy. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Hesse, Victoria. - **Shop:** Supermarkets in Colac and Geelong, 35 minutes. - **Food and Drink:** Inverleigh Golf Club, Inverleigh Pub, Beeac Pub and award winning restaurant Brae 25 minutes away. - **Airport:** Melbourne. - **Train:** Winchelsea Station. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Ali - Phone: +61 409 158 706 - Email: accommodation@barunahplains.com.au - Website: https://www.barunahplains.com.au/stay/the-homestead