"Excellent! Fabulous location, very comfortable beds.
Great hosts. Terrific balcony! Loved it!"

​Guest Review 2023

Watch the world go by on the treetop balcony.  

Designed by Goldfield architect William Vhaland, this grand 1870's Victorian Italianate townhouse overlooks the Port of Echuca,  The American Hotel & Oscar W's restaurant. 

Spacious, light-filled rooms, soaring ceilings & modern touches.

​Heygarth House - Balcony Level
A TREE HOUSE HIDEOUT IN ECHUCA 47-49 Heygarth St Echuca Vic 3564

From $280 p.n. (Dynamic Pricing Varies) 
Additional cleaning charges + extra guest charges / weekend/peak tariff may apply.
We operate on a Dynamic Pricing basis which alters subject to local demand.

+ ​Fully Self Contained Upper Townhouse Apartment
+ 2 Large Bedrooms (1 King / 1 Queen/Single)
+ Bathroom
+ Kitchen
​+ Free Wifi, Apple TV, 3 LCD TV screens
+ Treetop Views on Grand Balcony overlooking Port of Echuca
+ Large Lounge
+ Bath, Shower & Vanity
​+ Cannot Get More Central
☆☆☆☆☆
99% of recent guests gave this home’s location & amenities a 5-star rating.

Freshly refurbished in 2025, this absolutely gorgeous 1870's Victorian Italianate townhouse is in heart of Echuca - directly opposite The American Hotel & Oscar W's Restaurant. A stone's throw to Endota Spa, the Gin Distillery, Essen Cafe, Murray River walk trails, the historic Port of Echuca Paddlesteamers, Wharf and main street shops.

Soaring ceilings across light filled rooms above an antique stairwell with spacious lounge and two bedrooms. The sprawling open aired balcony means you can watch the world go by from a relaxed vantage point in the tree tops. Free High Speed Wifi & Apple TV. Large king bed suite. Second bedroom with Queen and single over bed. Third single available on request.

NOTE: Bookings also available for the ground level apartment beneath (4 more bedrooms,  double-shower, claw bath & leafy courtyard along with kitchen, dining and movie room. extending to total of 14/15 guests. Can be unlocked and opened up to one 6 bedroom townhouse.)

Description 

Townhouse residence & balcony overlooking Echuca, adjacent to The American Hotel & Port precinct. You can smell the river from the balcony! Private street entry & double doors opening to a grand stairwell entrance. Rooms include 1 master King bedroom, 1 second bedroom with double bed and single bunk bed (extra single mattress for 6th guest if necessary), petite bathroom and kitchen and large lounge room with huge attached balcony / outdoor eating and living area.

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FAQ'S : Key Information

GUEST Capacity

• 6 guests max
• 2 bedrooms
• 3 beds (1 x King /  1 x Double / 1 x Single Bunk / 1 Single Mattress)
• 4 more beds, kitchen. movie lounge, bathroom downstairs for 15 total max. (extra cost)

Room Configurations

Bedroom 1

• 1 x king bed 
• TV  with Apple TV 
  
• Reading chair / Full length Mirror / Clothes hanging space / Drawers / Bed side table & lamps / Light softening ceiling to floor drapes / Noise cancelling pull-down blinds / Interior decorated / Hotel clean bedding provided / King pillows x 2/ High ceilings / Thick walls / Split system heating/cooling with remote control /  Free wifi 

​​Bedroom 2

• 1 double bed
• 1 x single bed above double 
• 1 x single mattress for use in lounge or BR2 (under bed)
• TV with Apple TV 
• Reading chair / Clothes hanging space / Bed side tables & lamps / Pull-down blind /Interior decorated / Hotel clean bedding provided / High ceilings / Thick walls / Split system heating/cooling with remote control/  Free wifi  / Kids board games, books & toys. ​

BATHROOM AMENITIES

• Old fashioned bath
• ​Shower over bath
• ​1 toilet
  
• Hotel clean white towels & face washers for all guests
• Hotel clean bath mats & hand towels
• Hair dryer
• Eco liquid body wash
• Eco hand wash
• Eco Shampoo & Conditioner
• Eco bubble bath
• Iron & ironing board
• Toilet paper provided (Who Gives A Crap Eco Brand)
• ​Essential Oils & Bath candles upon request *Fee may apply

Entertainment & Tech

• Free Wifi Throughout
• Smart TV x 1 (Apple TV on HDMI1 converts to smart tv)
• Standard DTV & Free Netflix access
• Laptop friendly workspace
• Children’s books and toys
• Artful books and magazines
• Stereo System (Radio Tuning or Bring own discs or USB key)
• DVD player & DVD library
• ​Dart board on balcony
• ​Hookey board in 2nd bedroom

Comfort & Convenience

• Split system Heating/Cooling in lounge and bed rooms
• ​Comfortable lounge setting for lounge viewing
• Bean bags
• All bedding provided (Hotel clean bedsheets, blankets, top sheets, pillows & pillow cases)
• King bedroom has light softening drapes and light/noise cancelling blinds
• Room-darkening pull down shades in all rooms
• Soft rugs & soft chair/lounge throws & cushions
• Hangers & Wardrobe Space
• Extra bedding for matters bed upon request
• Tissues Provided (Who Gives A Crap Eco Brand)
• Coat rack
• Water spray bottles provided for misting live plants

KITCHEN

• ​Tea, Instant Coffee, Sugar 
• Coffee mugs
• Coffee percolator
• Breakfast provisions for guests who booked direct
• Crockery & cutlery (Dinner set & glassware for 6)
• Kettle
• Toaster 
• Oven Stovetop
• Microwave
• Full Sized Refrigerator & Cold Ice / Water Dispenser
• Pots, pans & ceramic and plastic cooking bowls 
• Cooking utensils & knife
• Cooking oil, salt and pepper
• Eco glad wrap / tin foil
• Cook book
• Garbage bags
• ​Eco friendly dish detergent
• Scourer & dish clothes
• 2 x Tea towels
• Eco cleaning products/vaccuum for accidental spillages provided
• Churchyard and tree top views from kitchen window.

Eco Consciousness

• REDUCE WASTE : To avoid senseless waste, basic, barely used condiments are sometimes left in cupboards and fridge from previous guests (after we hygiene check Items such as butter/jam/vegemite/sauces/cereals
• REDUCE SINGLE USE PLASTICS To support the environment, we consciously avoid small packaged soaps, shampoos & vanity kits, tea/coffee/sugar. We promote and prefer re-useable eco-friendly long use tin and glass container options throughout and undertake hygiene checks regularly.

Outdoor Balcony Dining Area

• Spectacular town & tree views (adjacent to Port of Echuca & American Hotel)
• 8 person long timber dinner table & long benches outdoors  (netted, undercover balcony in tree tops.)
• Large outdoor lounge setting  on balcony
• Plants & Baskets
• Hookey Board
  
• Outdoor lighting
• Festival string lights for atmosphere
• Broom provided

Location & Parking

• Free off-site parking (two block stroll)
• Parking kit provided in foyer upon arrival
• Cannot get more central
• Stones throw to Murray River, American Hotel, Port of Echuca Attractions, CBD Main Street Shops & Supermarkets, Restaurants, Cafes, Riverboats, Parks & Museums
• 2.5 hours drive from Melbourne 

ADDRESS
47-49 Heygarth St Echuca Vic 3564

Access + CHECK IN / OUT TIMES 

​CHECK IN / OUT TIMES

• 3pm CHECK IN (to allow for cleaning)
• 11am CHECK OUT
• Early luggage dropoff allowed

​ACCESS

• Secure self check in access (entry instructions via SMS/ email)
• Private secure entrance with door code and 2nd security door
• Long term stays negotiable 
• Owners/Managers available nearby for in-stay requests ​

Pets

• Pet stays by request only in Ground Level Apartment (not allowed in Balcony apartment). Hopwood's Stable also allows pets
• Excess cleaning fee applied if evidence of pets in Balcony apartment.​

SAFETY

• Fire extinguisher 
• Fire blanket provided
• Smoke detectors throughout 
• First aid kit​ provided
• Emergency numbers in House Manual

House Manual & Tourism Guides

• ​A comprehensive house manual is displayed in the kitchen for your convenience when staying. 
• Instructions on how to tune into your preferred DTV/AppleTV/Smart TV streaming options also provided.
• We provide Official Visitors / Food Entertainment & Shopping Guides from Echuca Moama Tourism 
• We provide a hand selected array of brochures for local boutique services, breakfast hamper delivery, nearby Endota spa massage menus, good coffee venues and more. ​

​Guest Agreement & Special Offer/s

house rules 

We aim to provide a warm and welcoming environment for all our guests and are available to assist during your stay to make your time comfortable. 

We thank you for adhering to the following House Rules while occupying the property. 

» GATHERINGS & GUEST NUMBERS

* » While small, intimate gatherings with music are welcome, large house parties and extra guests on site are prohibited.
* » The properties are for the use of declared guests, with all guest numbers to be declared prior to stay.
* » We strongly discourage antisocial behaviour impacting neighbouring businesses, staff or management. 
* » Any breach of our strict no house party rule will result in immediate eviction, without a refund, police notification and potential damage fees.

» STRICTLY NO SMOKING OR NAKED FLAMES INDOORS 

* » Smoking is strictly restricted to outdoor areas.
* » Please use ashtray's provided, dispose of ashtrays in the front street bin, not in garden or wheely bins.
* » Evidence reported by cleaners of smoking inside the property will result in a steam cleaning fee of up to $1,000 to be paid within 14 days of departure.
* » Guests agree not to light candles in our properties or leave any stovetop, bbq, oil/electric heater or oven in-use unattended or covered.
* » The gas barbecue at Heygarth House must be switched off immediately after use. Gas bottle replacement are the responsibility of the guest and can be exchanged at local service stations (see google for gas bottle exchange points). Burning of wood is strictly prohibited.

» STRICTLY NO ROOFTOP ACCESS

* » Guests agree to discourage anyone inside our 2 level buildings from removing window barriers or stepping onto tin rooftop areas. For your safety and to protect building structure, we strictly prohibit standing access to roofs at all times. We will not tolerate people sitting on the window ledges or walking on the veranda roof. 
* » Immediate eviction with no refund will result for any breach. 

» PRE-CHECK IN FORM

* » For the smooth flow of self check ins, the person named on the booking must complete an online self-check-in form prior to arrival, including guest number declaration, pre-authorisation details and ID. 
* » We take the safekeeping of our properties seriously. 
* » Thank you for your assistance in maintaining property integrity. 

» REQUESTS UPON DEPARTURE

* » Please leave the kitchen as you found it (we thank you for washing and putting away dishes or unstacking dishwasher).
* » Dispose of rubbish in driveway bins provided.
* » If used, barbecue is to be thoroughly cleaned. (Excess cleaning fees apply).
* » Switch off lights.
* » Switch off air conditioning units, gas or electric heaters.
* » Please double check for left behind phone cords, clothing or personal items upon departure. (Lost property returned by post incurs a $50 flat fee plus postage.)
* » Check ovens, stovetops gas barbecue is off if applicable.
* » Secure property by locking doors.
* » Please return keys to where found (if keys applicable) for collection by staff for cleaning services.

» SAME DAY BOOKINGS

* » Same-day bookings are permitted, subject to availability.

» KEYS, CODES & CALL-OUTS

* » Please refer to booking correspondence for entry instructions. 
* » Keys must be kept safe during the stay and returned to original place by 11am. 
* » Lost keys will incur a $65 replacement fee.
* » Requests for non-emergency maintenance may incur a $100 call-out fee.

» EARLY CHECK IN REQUESTS

* » We offer late 11am check outs for all guests, therefore : 
* » We strongly advise you to plan around a standard 3pm check-in to allow for departing guests and preparation.
* » If you require earlier access, consider booking the night before if available.
* » Whilst we do our best to accommodate, please understand that, unlike hotels, we don't have a different room to give you. This means if a guest is checking out on the day of your arrival, housekeeping needs time to prepare everything
* »  We thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

» LATE CHECK OUT REQUESTS

* » Late check-outs are subject to approval upon rare availability.
* Requests must be made before 4pm the day prior to departure.
* » Approval check-outs beyond 11am incur a charge of $80 per hour.
* » Approved check-outs after 2pm incur a full extra night’s charge, payable the night prior.

» PET POLICY

* » We supply dog bowls and welcome toilet-trained furry friends in Hopwood's apartment and Heygarth House downstairs apartment and garden courtyard only (pets prohibited at Heygarth Balcony apartment). 
* » Please supply own dog blanket.
* » Pet-friendly properties require guest to cover severe damage requiring steam cleaning for carpets and furnishings, payable by guests within 14 days of departure.

» LOSS & DAMAGE 

* » Guests are responsible for any damage, breakages, or loss during their stay. 
* » Please report accidental damage or incidents to management.
* » Itemised notation of damage or theft can be provided for third party agents when required for claims.
* » Notification of claims will be issued within 7 days of departure.
* » Collection of repair or replacement costs for theft or damage to property will be managed by third party agents, or where booked directly, agreed to be deducted from the preauthorised security bond.
* » Treehouse Hideouts gives reasonable notice and reserves the right to put forward claims for fees incurred during your stay including, but not limited to :
* » additional cleaning
* » excess rubbish removal
* » extra bedrooms occupied
* » extended stays
* » late check outs
* » smoking in a property
* » lost keys & any additional locksmith fees
* » unnecessary maintenance attendance
* » repairs or damage to property (accidental or otherwise)
* » theft of property (accidental or otherwise)

» TERMS OF STAY

* » Guests must follow the Government’s Code of Conduct for short-term rentals, respect neighbours, and avoid disruptive behaviour.
* » Guests upon booking accept our full terms and conditions outlined above, available in the house manual on site and at online site below. » Full Terms and Conditions at treehousehideouts.com.au/terms : Terms & Conditions
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CANCELLATIONS & COVID POLICY

Due to the nature of our establishment, with a high demand of bookings made a year ahead of time for local festivals & events :

CANCELLATION POLICY

• CANCELLATIONS RECEIVED OUTSIDE OF 28 DAYS of arrival will receive refund of 50% of the full tariff.
• ​CANCELLATIONS WITH LESS THAN 28 DAYS NOTICE will forfeit full payment.
• Cancellation policy may differ if booking through a 3rd party website. Please see their listing for details.​

COVID 19 SAFETY POLICY

• For peace of mind when booking direct, Tree House Hideouts are now offering full credit towards another stay within 12 months, for those whose ability to fulfil their booking is genuinely restricted by last minute changes to Covid19 public policy. (Credit not transferable to peak periods. Credit transferable to off peak periods only. See detailed terms and conditions.)
•  If booking via third party sites, we strongly advise to check their most recent policy updates. 

DURING LOCK DOWNS

• We are open for stays for essential workers and support travellers stuck in transit.

AS LOCK DOWNS LIFT

• We are open to the public for bookings and hope to continue to be a refuge amid the chaos. See you soon.

​TRAVEL INSURANCE

• ​For peace of mind, we strongly recommend investing in travel insurance in the age of Covid.

​We thank you for your understanding and compliance to these general requirements. ​

• SEE FULL TERMS & CONDITIONS 

​SPECIAL OFFER 

BOOK 7 NIGHTS DIRECT FOR COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST & BOOKING FLEXIBILITY

• Offer applicable to direct 7 night or longer bookings only. (Not applicable on any bookings made through 3rd party booking sites.)
• Provisions include fresh sourdough bread, milk, country farm eggs, orange juice, butter, cherry tomatoes, 2 x cereal, tea, coffee and sugar for use in your fully self contained kitchen.
• Delivered once only before stay (not daily if staying more than one night). ​​
• Simply Mention "7 Night Breakfast Offer" In Your Booking Notes To Claim 

BOOK NOW
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Heygarth Balcony Level

AVAILABILITY CALENDAR :
​* View Only
* Pink = BOOKED

​PEAK PERIODS:
If your dates for local music festival weekends, public & school holidays don’t show up in the calendar, contact us to negotiate minimum night stays at:

[email protected]
0478672867 / 0416189215

BOOKING FORM :

[ EXTRA OPTION 2 ]
Book Ground Level Apartment
Sleeps 9
4 Bedrooms / Kitchen / Lounge / Leafy Courtyard / Bathroom with Claw Bath & Double Shower
​

BOOK GROUND LEVEL (9 GUESTS MAX) NOW

[ EXTRA OPTION 3 ]
Book Both Levels - Entire 2 Level Townhouse 
Sleeps 15
6 Bedrooms / 2 Kitchens / 2 Bathrooms / 2 Lounge / Large Balcony & Courtyard

BOOK "BOTH LEVELS" (15 GUESTS MAX) NOW

[ EXTRA OPTION  4 ]
Book Hopwood's Stable In The Port
Sleeps 6/7
2 Bedrooms / Kitchen / Bathroom / Laundry / Small Courtyard on Hopwood's Old Horse Lane Above Augustus Gelatery

Explore Hopwood's Stable Option

​Sleeps 6-7
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THE STABLE APARTMENT