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The Black Sparrow

4.0 star property
Mountain Howqua Inlet cottage with outdoor pool

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Property amenity
Luxury Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Valley View with Spa | Balcony
3 Bedroom Premium Cottage | Terrace/patio
Luxury Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Valley View with Spa | Living area
3 Bedroom Premium Cottage | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Adjacent to a golf course, The Black Sparrow is a great choice for a stay in Howqua Inlet. You can get a workout in at the outdoor tennis courts, or take a dip in the outdoor pool. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodation offer nice touches such as comfy beds with premium bedding. Fellow travellers like the overall property condition.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Lounge area
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • 9 smoke-free accommodations
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Kitchen
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

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2 Bedroom Family Cottage

2 Bedroom Family Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

3 Bedroom Spa cottage

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Valley view
  • 79 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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2 Bedroom Family Cottage with Spa | Garden view

2 Bedroom Family Cottage with Spa

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Valley view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Valley View with Spa

Luxury Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Valley View with Spa

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Valley view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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3 Bedroom Premium Cottage | View from room

3 Bedroom Premium Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
  • 110 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds, 4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
2595 Mansfield-Woods Point Road, Howqua Inlet, VIC, 3722

What's nearby

  • Howqua G121 Bushland Reserve - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Howqua G122 Bushland Reserve - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Mansfield Zoo - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Goulburn Valley High Country Rail Trail - 14 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Mt. Buller Alpine Resort - 34 min drive - 50.8 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamieson Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Howqua Valley Resort - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Willowlake Restaurant & Cottages - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kevington Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amongst the Sticks - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Black Sparrow

Adjacent to a golf course, The Black Sparrow is a great choice for a stay in Howqua Inlet. You can get a workout in at the outdoor tennis courts, or take a dip in the outdoor pool. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and accommodation offer nice touches such as comfy beds with premium bedding. Fellow travellers like the overall property condition.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Property size

    • 9 units
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
PETS

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to a ski area, ski runs and ski lifts
  • Downhill skiing and snowboarding nearby
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Family friendly

  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Dining

  • Couples dining

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital service
  • DVD player
  • CD player

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Decking or patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Coworking space
  • Conference space (753 square feet)

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • AUD 25 per pet per night
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Deposit: AUD 100 per stay

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lifts
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Blackout curtains
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • In a national park

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis courts
  • Private winery tours
  • Public winery tours
  • Ecotours on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Hunting on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 9 rooms
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: AUD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International

Also known as

Black Sparrow House Howqua Inlet
Black Sparrow Howqua Inlet
The Black Sparrow Cottage
The Black Sparrow Howqua Inlet
The Black Sparrow Cottage Howqua Inlet

Frequently asked questions

Does The Black Sparrow offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Black Sparrow does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Black Sparrow?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Black Sparrow?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of AUD 25 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of AUD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Black Sparrow?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Black Sparrow?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Black Sparrow and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as hiking, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours and hunting. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the cottage's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Black Sparrow have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.

Does The Black Sparrow have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, this cottage features a deck or patio and a garden.

What's the area around The Black Sparrow like?

The Black Sparrow is located by the river, a short 4-minute walk from Howqua G120 Bushland Reserve.

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The Black Sparrow Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money accommodation. Clean and comfortable and located in a beautiful area.
Shaun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to enjoy quiet and peace.
Fiaz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cottage got everything we wanted. It was situated in a huge acreage. Kids enjoyed the tennis/ basketball court while my wife had a walk around the area. Cozy little cottage was very easy to maintain during our stay. We will definitely go back there
Roshini, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our cottage at The Black Sparrow was cosy and warm for our winter getaway. It was clean and comfortable and everything worked well. It was quiet and set in a beautiful location. We arrived when it was dark, so the narrow dirt roads were a little difficult to navigate and additional lighting might have helped. Overall, a fantastic place to stay for a few nights, very peaceful and private and just as close to Mt Buller for skiing as the more expensive Mansfield. Thanks!
Simeon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very peaceful quiet nice bush setting Was disappointed that on the description it said next to a golf course play 9 holes of golf. Was no golf course only a mini golf at caravan park down the road
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Renee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing tranquil retreat

This property is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Gorgeous mountain views, cosy fireplace, a spa and a well equipped kitchen. Staff are lovely, Des the manager is so friendly and helpful, Stock up on groceries in Mansfield, or eat out at the local brewery. The view is spectacular, watch the kangaroos as they graze on the property, whilst enjoying a coffee on your own private deck, or through the large glass windows whilst you stay warm by the fire. Highly recommend!!
Emilie, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

It was beautiful spot and loads of potential. Relaxing surrounds but lacked the attention to detail to make it great.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Black Sparrow is set in a lovely part of Howqua, it's worth it just for the setting. Unlike some rather scathing reviews recently (Yes the same group of people a number of times, quite unnecessary) you need to realise this is a country property. Reset the 5 star 'room service' expectations you might have if staying in a major City and you'll relax into it and enjoy it. Our girls loved the pool, were a bit sad there were no horses this time around...but just got on with relaxing and enjoying their stay. Lake Eildon water access only a few hundred metres away, so bring your boat !
Steve, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property, very peaceful and secluded. Our cottage was very spacious for 5 people, beds were comfortable and the bathroom very spacious! The only thing I would suggest would be a more thorough clean of the cottage but it didn’t stop us from enjoying our time there. The owners were always helpful if we needed anything.
11-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the location, scenery, cleanness I didnt like few things - air conditioner was smelling unpleasant when turned on, i believe it needs a clean and disinfection; Also, I'd suggest to place single use sponges for each booking because we were left with a dirty old sponge which i could not use to wash dishes but used my own paper towels instead.
Victoria, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Waiting on reponse from owners still for a partial refund due to the disgusting state these supposed 4 star cottages are provided in, we were moved to another cottage as the first disgusting, the next slightly better but still had to clean ourselves. 2 star at best and massively overprised.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and amenities.. Very good communication as well. Would suggest to upgrade cabin items such as microwave.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Peace, quiet & beautiful view.

Relaxing stay, beautiful view & property had everything you needed. Enjoyed the peace & quiet. Had some problems checking in with the lockbox & front door key access. Probably needs a bit of maintenance. Overall delightful stay apart from that.
carol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful location. Very clean and all you need. The owners were very accommodating to any request in every way. Polite and friendly. The first night sitting on the deck listening to the birds, seeing the Kangaroos at dusk. Bliss. Highly recommended
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was Peaceful and picturesque. Well maintained and clean spacious cabins
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Friendly and easy to deal with, property a bit old and tired, due for refresh. Cleanliness can be improved
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome staff very polite and willing to assist in anyway possible, will definitely be coming back
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful traquil property. Well maintained and thought out facilities.
D, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful setting - a morning cup of tea on the terrace admiring the view was a simple highlight. Easy access to Jamieson brewery and town and Mansfield along beautiful gently winding roads. The cabins aren’t flash but they are in good condition, very spacious, very clean and warm.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

3-night trip