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Reviews of Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River

Historic Miners Cottage on Howqua River
Howqua, VIC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just love this place
Our second stay here - An Absolute break away from the big smoke of Sydney- so easy to just unwind here with the flowing Howqua river and night time cosy fireplace and spa. We just love staying here. The host Andy and his dog Ruffy are just amazing. Thank you- we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend
We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at the cottage. It was tranquil, restful and had all the creature comforts of home. We took along our 2 dogs who had a ball swimming in the river and also walks in the nearby state park. Thanks to Andrew who was very pleasant and accommodating and we would have no hesitation returning or recommending the cottage to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jemma B.

River Getaway
Property was beautiful & cabin was right on the river. Dog loved it & the resident doggy, Ruffy checked in regularly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niamh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Perfect little weekend getaway. No phones, no people. We went for an explore along some near by tracks and went for a fish along the river. 10/10 recommend for couples wanting to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Complete relaxation by the river
This was our 2nd stay at Riverdowns and won’t be our last. The hut has all the comforts you need and a great escape from the daily grind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting and great location
Beautiful and peaceful getaway right on the river. A beautiful little miners historic cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great short stay away
Loved our stay here. We got to enjoy the tranquility of the surrounds with our pup during the day as well as keep cosy and warm with the fireplace at night. Was very relaxing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to get away
This is a little gem. A perfect place to unwind and relax. There is no signal and wifi which was perfect. Would really recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

anna s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country living
Tranquil and peaceful. The cottage was cosy and clean with everything you need. Theres a running river that you can hear while in the cottage, green paddocks and cows. There is everything you need to keep a warm fire going but heaters are available as well. To top it off is a friendly dog that welcomes you like an old friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy comfort in serene surrounds
Warm cozy cottage for a late May stay. Cold outside and lovely in. Comfy bed. Please note not fenced for dogs, so we had to keep our swimmers on lead outdoors which was fine. The dogs loved their “dog TV” watching animals on the farm through the windows. Short drive to good walks! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Campbell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
River downs
My wife and I had a lovely week away at riverdowns, it was a lovely quite cabin. The cabin has river access and we enjoyed spending some time in the river. At night there is no light pollution and the stars were magnificent. The owners were amazing people, very polite and helpful, they provided us with half a dozen dress eggs at the start if our stay and at one point our car battery went flat and they came over and helped us jump start out car off of theirs. Overall my wife and I fully enjoyed our weeklong stay
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic chic in a magnificent setting
This was our second stay and it was equally delightful. The cottage is charming and simple with luxe flourishes but a very cosy, rugged vibe. So peaceful and the added bonus of an extremely comfortable bed. Then you walk out the back door to discover your very own magic faraway tree and the stunning Howqua river right before you. Just birdsong and the flowing river to be heard.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Adequate for a short time stay. Quiet retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic spot
Beautiful river frontage with a soaring oak tree. As the weather was warm we even had a dip in the river. Perfect place for us to celebrate our anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house we got engaged at 💍
Such an amazing stay. Our second time here and it couldnt be more perfect..especially when when my partner proposed by the water 💕💍 Thank you so much Andy and Penny for allowing us to stay on your beautiful property. Will definitely be back. Steph & Harry
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The Miners Cottage is a perfect couples retreat. The home is well appointed and delightfully styled. The bed is so comfy! You can wander down to the river and enjoy all the wonderful bird life. The king parrot visits frequently and is adorable. Our dogs had a wonderful time and Andy was a fantastic host, easy to communicate with and suggested great local walks we could take the pups on. Would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
No Wi-Fi
Fabulous place for a weekend and very thoughtfully kitted out. But no Wi-Fi (despite the listing saying it had it) and no phone reception made a longer stay quite stressful. Apparently there has been no Wi-Fi for some months so it was not acceptable to tell us this only the day before arriving. The owner may think it unimportant but that is for us to decide.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna W., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
A truly unique spot
My husband and I loved the location with the Howqua river a stones throw from the hut. Although an old hut it’s tastefully restored with all mod cons- dishwasher; spa; a/c. We’d love a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway, peaceful and relaxing
An absolute gem of a property, clean, comfortable and cosy. Loved the hot tub and fireplace. The river and tranquility were perfect. We will be back- there’s nothing to fault at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Paivi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country weekend getaway
Tranquil and peaceful, back door opening to Howqua River. Cottage is well equipped for luxurious stay in the country, pristine gardens and absolute peace and privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We had a very relaxing time away this property was so cosy and the land had beautiful surroundings and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
2nd time I have Been to this place and I plan to go again next year. The place has everything you need for a few quiet days away. Easy access to the river perfect for putting a chair in to sit back and enjoy the peace, great for dogs! Stay here and you'll never need to look for another place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
This was just what we needed and we will return. Incredible location and wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, offline escape
This was exactly the escape from city life that we needed. A super comfortable bed, excellent bath, and cosy fireplace had us relaxed at once. Waking up to the roaring of the river and the wandering outside to spot the morning bunnies and roos was amazing. Andrew was a great host, pointing us in the direction of local hikes and always there to answer any questions we might have without spoiling the remote, country escape vibe. His puppy (Ruffy) was super cute too! Looking forward to returning one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity now!
Andy's cottage on the Howqua River is the definition of serenity. The cottage has been beautifully restored, with an amazing spa bath, luxurious linen and extra cosy lounge room. The indoor fireplace was very inviting after a day exploring the river. We highly recommend a few days at Andy's place. It is just heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property and Location
River Downs is such an amazing property, my wife and I absolutely loved staying here! It's a beautiful house in a beautiful location, and Andy, the property manager, was so lovely and accommodating. The house is cosy, quiet, and has a beautiful view of the river. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021