We had the best time at Trudy and Ian's places, can't recommend it more highly.
The space is so well designed and thought out, I said to my partner "I bet this is an architect + builder couple", turned out to be true - and it really shows in all the well thought out, original details and execution, such a cool space - we're thinking of building our own!
The loft is really light and bright with north facing windows, lovely views of trees and the lake, lots of birds. Really well insulated so it's always nice and warm inside even when the wild wind outside is cold. You can't see any other houses from the loft (apart from the main house which you can only see at an angle), the photos don't show how remote and beautiful the surrounds are. Easy 15-20 min drive to Port Fairy and Warnambool. Beautiful wild coastline just a few minutes away - It really feels a bit like being in a mini Australian Ireland.
Trudy was so thoughtful, generous and easy going - leant us a table and chair so we could work in the space for the week, and even had us over to her place for a delicious dinner one night, we loved her company and conversation, it felt like we were staying with an old friend. We're looking forward to coming back for another nature retreat in future!