Castlemaine Central Cabin Van Park
Castlemaine Central Cabin & Van Park: Your Gateway to Goldfields History
Castlemaine Central Cabin & Van Park offers a convenient and friendly stay right in the heart of historic Castlemaine, Victoria. Located just 101 Barker Street (Midland Highway) and close to the railway line, this small park provides a peaceful base with easy walking access to the vibrant town centre. It features a range of comfortable self-contained cabins and a limited number of powered and unpowered sites, catering to both cabin guests and caravanners looking to explore the rich gold rush heritage and artistic culture of the Goldfields region.
Facilities:
Castlemaine Central Cabin & Van Park provides key facilities for a comfortable stay:
- Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
- Barbecue (BBQ) facilities
- Communal camp kitchen
- Amenities blocks with showers and toilets
- Laundry room (coin-operated washers and dryers)
- Dump point (sani dump)
- Free WiFi (available in public areas and units)
- Offers a variety of accommodation including studio to 3-bedroom self-contained cabins/cottages, typically with kitchens/kitchenettes and private bathrooms, and provided linen.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
The park's central location in Castlemaine offers excellent proximity to numerous attractions:
- Castlemaine Town Centre: An easy walk (approximately 150 metres) to the main street, where you'll find historic architecture, coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, and markets.
- Castlemaine Botanical Gardens: Very close to the park, offering beautiful gardens, walking paths, and a popular playground.
- The Mill Castlemaine: Just a few minutes' stroll away, this vibrant artisan precinct is home to a brewery, coffee roasters, a bakery, and various local producers and artists.
- Castlemaine's 50-metre Public Swimming Pool: Located near the park's entrance (seasonal opening).
- Bridge Hotel: A friendly country pub within easy walking distance.
- Maldon: Approximately 19.2 km (about a 19-minute drive), a remarkably preserved gold rush town offering a step back in time.
- Daylesford & Hepburn Springs: Popular spa towns approximately 33-36 km away.
- Bendigo: Approximately 42 km (about a 30-minute drive), a major regional city known for its grand Goldfields-era architecture, arts, and culture.
- Melbourne: Approximately a 90-minute drive, making Castlemaine an accessible regional escape.
- Goldfields Region: The park serves as an excellent base for exploring the broader Goldfields area, including other historic towns, national parks, and cycling trails.