Moosehead and Reindeer Lodges

This exceptional country lodge is located in the old gold prospector’s Alpine village of Tanjil Bren, only 2.5 hours drive east of Melbourne in the Baw Baw ranges. It is an undiscovered sanctuary of fresh air, clean spring water, and tranquillity in the heart of the forest.

Moosehead Lodge is not your typical cabin! With its distinct country feel and natural design, staying here certainly is a unique and refreshing experience.

A Bit More about Moosehead Lodge

The lodge was built in 1996 and caters for 8 people. Living, dining, and kitchen are in one huge open plan room, which has a big fireplace. Firewood is supplied and burning upon your arrival in cold weather. A wood box is located adjacent to the combustion heater, so there is no chopping wood or going out in the cold to bring in fuel. The main bedroom has a queen sized bed, the second bedroom has two single beds, and the upstairs bedroom has a double bed. Also upstairs is a double futon and three single foam matresses.

Solar power provides electricity and gas is used for cooking and the fridge. The water is from a natural spring that originates from a steep highland close by. You will be surprised at how good it tastes.

Outside, a partly covered veranda is the place to sit and take in the forest view.

The abundance of birdlife is a birdwatchers paradise, from tiny blue wrens to magnificent lyrebirds that live in the forest just minutes away. Wombats, wallabies, possums, echidnas, and for the very serious animal lover, deer can be spotted close to the village. Koala bears have been seen as close as icy creek, just a short drive from the lodge.

There is a smorgasbord of walks and things to do, or just relax with your family or friends in front of the fire. This is a great place to “get away” and relax, feed the Rosellas, Parrots and Kookaburras during the day and possums at night. So take your time and look around our website, we know you are going to have a great time up here and we look forward to seeing you at Moosehead Lodge where you will be most welcome.