Thule Country Estate is one of the Macedon Ranges' most distinctive group properties — a 36-acre private farm estate sleeping 12 across six bedrooms, just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
The home was designed by Paul Couch, one of Australia's most respected modernist architects, known for pioneering concrete in residential design and his ability to place a building gently within its landscape. The result is a home that feels both architecturally striking and deeply comfortable — large open-plan living and dining, a fully equipped kitchen for groups, and every bedroom appointed to a high standard.
A word on the master suite: the open loft bedroom sits above the main living areas with sweeping views across the property and surrounding countryside. For groups celebrating something special, it's the kind of room that makes the occasion feel like it.
Hydronic heating runs throughout the home, reverse-cycle systems cover every bedroom and living area, and a wood fireplace anchors the lounge. Whatever season you visit, you'll be comfortable.
Full property — exclusive use. No shared spaces, no neighbouring guests, no noise.
On-site facilities
Private lake — picnics at the water's edge
Solar-heated swimming pool (November–March)
Tennis court and basketball court, all equipment supplied
Games room — table tennis, darts, gym equipment
Alfresco dining — pizza oven, outdoor firepit, Weber BBQ
Smart TVs, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth speaker, capsule coffee machine
Workstations in multiple bedrooms; dining room suitable for small meetings
Pet friendly — well-behaved pets welcome
The farm and grounds
This is a genuine farm stay — Resident Highland cows and goats live on the property. Kangaroos roam the paddocks freely. The lake attracts beautiful birdlife. Mount Macedon is visible from several spots across the 36 acres, including the master bedroom and pool deck. Kids and adults alike tend to spend more time outside than they expect.
The property is a natural fit for celebrations. The space is generous enough that a group of 12 never feels crowded, and the grounds provide the kind of backdrop that makes for memorable occasions — milestone birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, and everything in between.
It works equally well as a corporate retreat or workshop venue. The dining room comfortably accommodates a working group, workstations are available across multiple bedrooms, and the setting has a way of shifting how people think — away from screens and city noise, and into something more considered. The property has hosted small leadership off-sites, strategy days, and team events where the environment itself became part of the experience.
Food, wine, and things to do nearby
The Macedon Ranges is one of Victoria's great regional destinations.
Dining and cellar doors: Mount Macedon Winery Cellar Door and Restaurant · UUMM · Mount Towrong Vineyard · Mount Macedon Trading Post Café · Mr Macedon · Harvest and Soul · Mount Macedon Hotel · Woodend · Kyneton
Attractions: Hanging Rock · Macedon Regional Park · Mount Macedon Memorial Cross · Trentham Falls · Sanatorium Lake · Campaspe River · cycling · golf · day spas · markets · gardens · mineral springs
Perfect for
Multi-generational family holidays
Group celebrations — milestone birthdays, anniversaries, reunions
Corporate retreats, leadership off-sites, and workshop groups
Farm stays close to Melbourne with premium amenities
Pet-friendly escapes in regional Victoria
36 acres. Sleeps 12. 45 minutes from Melbourne. Completely private.
