Reviews of Timber & Stone - Sanctuary Eco Studio
62 Vaughan Springs Road, 3451 Yapeen, Australia

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Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful eco studio with all the comfort, perfect for a retreat in nature. Close to Castlemaine and Daylesford
Reviewed: 5 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 10 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewGreat little studio with state of the art facilities, located in a very peaceful and relaxing environment.
We are not familiar with the TV and could not get our favourite ABC or SBS programs.
Reviewed: 6 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful, light-filled, airy and private retreat with everything supplied to make our holiday comfortable and happy.
Reviewed: 6 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 3 October 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewWe loved our stay at the Eco Studio. The studio was clean and cosy and had everything we needed. Great location, quick drive to all the amenities Castlemaine has to offer. Also loved Buddy the dog! What a sweetheart
Nothing! :)
Reviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewComfortable and cosy little place that's perfect for a weekend away. The studio is beautifully furnished, clean and has all the required amenities. The studio is in a peaceful and private location, with larger townships only a short drive away. Matt and Hayley provided plenty of info prior to our arrival, taking the stress away - thanks for the lovely stay!
The bathroom basin is quite small, which makes brushing teeth a challenge. But that's easily overcome by using the kitchen sink instead :)
Reviewed: 17 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewWe self catered breakfast. Fortunately we travel with a good quality frying pan & spatula of our own. The room was comfortable & the bed was also very good. We slept well ;-) The Tefal plug in induction cook top works well & was intuitive to use. The reverse cycle heating works well and is quiet. There were many options to charge phones & other tech gadgets.
The basin in the ensuite is way too small, difficult to clean teeth without dribbling on the floor, ended up using the kitchen sink for teeth. Some of the crockery was not clean... The frying pan needs to be replaced - too small and worn out surface. We had trouble with the TV and could not find channel 9 to see Tipping Point. Perhaps more detailed instructions would have helped. There were no drawers to unpack small items of clothing but good hanging area with many hangers. A 2nd bedside lamp would have been appreciated
Reviewed: 7 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewCosy, warm and quiet spot. Quality touches
Bathroom sink a little to small to be practical under the vanity
Reviewed: 10 May 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewA completely private space, well equipped self contained studio, such a relaxed and 'homey' set up, warm and cosy. Daylight from all directions- perfect.
Reviewed: 18 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewQuiet location. Excellent for star gazing. Good shower. Wi-Fi ok
lack of utensils and crockery. small size hand basin located below bathroom cabinet(not a wash hand basin) difficult to use Uncomfortable basic outside chairs. Hammock in poor condition. No details for tv operation. Hunt the hairdryer, clue behind the microwave. Several items of crockery and utensils had not been washed and had food residue.
Reviewed: 8 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewEverything! It was a super comfy place to stay. We didn’t want to be around the hustle and bustle of town, it was so lovely and quiet. It was a great base to visit both the Daylesford area, as well as Castlemaine and Bendigo. We loved it! Matt and Hayley were great hosts 😃
It would have been good to have more than one hot plate, but most people visiting probably just enjoy the amazing foodie establishments that are close to the studio 😃
Reviewed: 19 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewNo breakfast given and no internet
Better internet reception The bathroom especially the basin too small
Reviewed: 17 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewLovely location out of town, beautiful eco cabin! wonderfully styled and extremely comfortable. I hadn't slept on a bed or pillows this comfy in a long time! Delightful shower pressure also, just the important things! Really lovely short stay.
Reviewed: 15 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
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