About Us
Where it all began
Our story…
Country Cottages at South Cathedral Farm began as the dream of a ‘Tree change’ for owners Megan Buntine and Marty Slade.
In 2000 they stumbled across 40 acres of vacant land in the foothills of the Cathedral Ranges near Buxton, and Megan knew she had finally found her lavender farm!
Over the next three years, the couple set about transforming their property into a home for themselves and a sanctuary for visitors, and in 2003 their combined lavender farming and holiday cottages business won the award for Best New Tourism Business at the Regional Tourism Awards.
The lavender farm is no longer, but this beautiful rural retreat continues to offer peace and tranquillity to all who come to stay.
Our Story
Where it all began…
Country Cottages at South Cathedral Farm began as the dream of a ‘Tree change’ for owners Megan Buntine and Marty Slade.
In 2000 they stumbled across 40 acres of vacant land in the foothills of the Cathedral Ranges near Buxton, and Megan knew she had finally found her lavender farm!
Over the next three years, the couple set about transforming their property into a home for themselves and a sanctuary for visitors, and in 2003 their combined lavender farming and holiday cottages business won the award for Best New Tourism Business at the Regional Tourism Awards.
At the core of everything they do are the fundamental values of:
Relationships
Excellence
Improvement
Megan Buntine
Owner/Manager
Megan has worked broadly across the government and community sectors, and has a particular focus on service excellence, which is apparent in her approach to managing South Cathedral Farm.Your Hosts
Marty Slade
Owner/Manager
Marty is a retired architectural designer whose favourite design style is that of the Federation period, one which is reflected in his bespoke design of these delightful Country Cottages.Your Hosts
Megan Buntine
Owner/Manager
Megan has worked broadly across the government and community sectors, and has a particular focus on service excellence, which is apparent in her approach to managing South Cathedral Farm.
Marty Slade
Owner/Manager
Marty is a retired architectural designer whose favourite design style is that of the Federation period, one which is reflected in his bespoke design of these delightful Country Cottages.So if you are looking for a very special break away from the everyday, you should treat yourself to the experience that is Country Cottages at South Cathedral Farm.
The TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence honours hospitality businesses that deliver consistently great service. This designation is given to establishments that have consistently achieved great traveller reviews on TripAdvisor. Establishments earning the Certificate of Excellence are located all over the world and have continually delivered superior customer experience.
Are you looking for somewhere special to escape to with your pets? Somewhere near Marysville and the Yarra Valley? Our beautiful cottages are pet-friendly too!
There is a large fully-fenced area around the two cottages, plus a small fenced backyard to each individual cottage, offering a level of security to suit most dogs. And for the more adventurous and energetic, our 40-acre property provides plenty of space to run and Run and RUN!