Vineyard Cabin | Blame Mabel (Cabin 3)

This is an immersive farm stay and working vineyard.

Set among the vines, each cabin is private, with a bedroom, large bathroom and deep vintage bath. No TV.

The shared cellar door kitchen and lounge is a place for cooking, gathering and experiencing life on the vineyard.

Days move gently between the hillside and vineyard sunsets.

Mabel (who we blame for most things) is often nearby.

On weekends, the cellar door is open.

A little rugged, slightly offbeat, and better for it.

🏠 The Space

Private cabin with a bedroom and large bathroom. Includes a deep vintage bath and comfortable furnishings.

One of two adjoining vineyard cabins, each with its own private entrance, bedroom and bathroom.

📌 Amenities

• Private bedroom

• Large bathroom

• Deep vintage bath

• Linen and towels provided

• Heating & cooling

• Access to the cellar door kitchen

• Cellar door lounge with wood heater

• Outdoor garden spaces

• Vineyard views

• WiFi (cellar door only)

🍷 The Cellar Door

A short walk from the cabins is the cellar door, which includes a communal kitchen, lounge with wood heater, BBQ and gardens overlooking the vineyard.

Guests often spend time here between vineyard walks and sunset views, whether cooking a meal, reading by the fire, enjoying a glass of wine or simply slowing down for a while.

The cellar door and gardens are shared with guests from one other cabin and are separate from the private accommodation, and on weekends, it opens for wine tastings, bringing a little more activity and vineyard life to the property.

WiFi is available in the cellar door only (not in-cabin).

Seasonal extras such as fresh eggs and garden produce may be available.

What guests seem to love is having a completely private cabin to retreat to, while still being connected to the life of the vineyard through the cellar door.

📍 The Area (Anakie & Surrounds)

Set in the Moorabool Valley near Anakie, the property is surrounded by vineyards, natural landscapes and open countryside.

Native wildlife is part of daily life here, from kangaroos grazing at dusk to abundant birdlife across the valley.

Nearby you’ll find walking tracks, hiking trails, national parks, local farm gates and produce stores.

Geelong and the Surf Coast are within reach for day trips.

🍷 Wine Tastings

The cellar door is open on weekends.

Guests are welcome to stop in for a glass of wine or tasting during opening hours.

💍 Occasions

The setting also lends itself to small weddings, elopements and intimate celebrations by arrangement.

🧭 Other Things to Note

This is a working vineyard and farm stay.

Your cabin is private, while the cellar door, kitchen, lounge and gardens are shared with guests from one other cabin.

The cellar door is located separately from the cabins, allowing guests to enjoy both privacy and the wider vineyard experience.

The property is shared by workers, fellow guests, kangaroos and Mabel the star of the story. Feel free to explore, there are great spots for picnics, sunsets, star gazing and for watching the wedge tail eagles soar above.

Anakie is a rural village set in a valley on the edge of national parks.

Ideally situated with a range of local activities for all ages and interests…..literally!

Be sure to plan a meander around the Moorabool Valley wine region, starting with Del Rios for some tapas just down the road.

Oh and did we mention our geographical location….. we are an easy one hour drive from Melbourne, a little less from Ballarat and Daylesford and just 30 minutes from Geelong.

As locals we've experienced all of the local delights and our guidebook includes a few to get you started.

Four wheels or two wheels are a must.

Although we adore children, the cabins are strictly for adults only.

We do not accommodate dogs or cats.

Anakie is a small rural town supported by a general store that is open 7 days a week. The store provides basic grocery items. The closest supermarkets are 25 minutes away.

Please note, access to the cabin is via approximately six stairs so it may not be suitable for those with mobility limitations.

At times during the day, the area can be abuzz with farming vehicles and classic cars. Other vehicles may be active during the day however quieten at night.

Just a heads-up, we’ve got a security camera at the entrance and another in the cellar door area.

For those on networks other than Telstra, reception can be inconsistent.

We are gently restoring the grounds and vines after not being touched for several years. Please anticipate a perfectly imperfect vineyard.

P.S. - We blame Mabel, our much loved four-legged family member.

Follow our socials @blamemabel

BUSHFIRE INFORMATION

Anakie is surrounded by national parks. We ask that every guest download the ‘Vic emergency’ app when staying during our warmer periods. This will alert you if any emergency situations are affecting Anakie and give advice on when and how to act.

During our summer period If CATASTROPHIC fire danger days are predicted, bookings will be cancelled for guests' safety, and full refunds will be issued for these days. We will give as much prior notice as possible.

We will always attempt to contact guests if we are made aware of emergency situations, but it is our guest's responsibility to be self-informed via the Victorian Government safety alerts as communication with our guests may be restricted.

Our main priority is to ensure our guests safety.