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Ironbark Cottage

With the feel of yesteryear Ironbark Cottage is where romance begins. Set in timber Ironbark Cottage boasts its own yard and a balcony that over looks Port Phillip Bay and the surrounding suburbs.

Sit back on the deck or soak up in the double spa and watch the sun go down, or just sit by the log fire with your loved one. Ironbark Cottage is truly the home of romance. This cottage is beautifully detailed its spacious inside and out, enjoy sleeping on the 1880's antique Half Tester bed with lace bedding and furnishings. The cottage is set in rich reds & wood paneling with cathedral ceilings.


"Remarkable! Sensational! Perfect! We definently
recommend this cottage to everyone! ..."


Ironbark Cottage     Ironbark Cottage

Ironbark Cottage     Ironbark Cottage


Ironbark Cottage Features:

  • 1880s antique four poster bed
  • Double spa overlooking the night lights and Port Phillip Bay
  • Leather Chesterfield lounge
  • Log fire
  • Natural gas BBQ
  • Self contained kitchen
  • Wide veranda
  • Generous supply of provisions for cooked and continental breakfast
  • Views of surrounding night lights and the bay
  • Quality linen and towels supplied
  • Bath robes and slippers
  • Private garden
  • TV/DVD/STEREO
  • Reverse cycle air-conditioning

Indulge Yourself

  • 2 x 1 hr massages from our experienced masseurs
  • A bottle of red or white wine from the local wineries
  • A cheese platter to finish the evening off with.
  • All for an extra $210 AUD

Ironbark Cottage     Ironbark Cottage

Ironbark Cottage     Ironbark Cottage


  

  

Rates valid from 11th May 2010 to 1st March 2011

Days 1 night 2 nights Extra Person
Monday to Thursday $220 $380 $50
Friday (when available) $300 - $50
Saturday (when available) $300 - $50
Sunday $280 - $50
Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun* - $590 $50

* No Single Friday or Saturday.

* A Cot or fold out bed can be arranged for hire $10 per night.

Check-in at reception is from 4:00pm onwards. Earlier check in by appointment only & will occur extra cost of $20 per hr.
Later arrivals please contact reception on 03 9751 2436 to notify estimated arrival time.
Check-out 12.00 noon

A 50% deposit is required for stays two nights or more, or 100% payment for one night stays:

  • Within 7 days, if day of arrival is over 30 days from the time of making your booking.
  • At time of booking via credit card, if day of arrival is within 14 days of making your booking.

A valid credit card is required at time of booking to secure your cottage. Names of persons staying, Mobile number. No deposit is taken & full payment will be required on arrival. Cancellations must be notified within 7 days before arrival date.

No SMOKING is allowed within the cottages themselves but are welcome to smoke outside on Veranda's. If SMOKING does occur there will be a fee of $100 deducted from C/C.


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Guests Comments

Well time has flown by and lots of things have changed BUT not these beautiful cottages. Everything is still gorgeous and so comfortable,just like when we were here for our wedding night in 1999. It is such a joy,to enjoy the peacefulness and good hospitality.Thank-you from the bottom of our hearts.We will definitely be back !!! (AGAIN)  

Danielle & Mark (15th-17th December 06)

" the passion that warms me is a lasting one,which the obliterating hand of time shall never be able to efface".

Dan & Sarah (27th-28th December 06)

A little bit of heaven - what a magical view ! A beautiful place to stop and enjoy. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality, Especially all the little details-you've thought of everything.

Wally & Colleen (3rd-4th January 07)

Peaceful,relaxing stay without the children.Beautiful surrounds & views will love to come back in winter to see the snow.can't wait to light the cosy wood heater.Thank-you for your exceptional hospitality.

Michael & Andrea - Buninyong (11th -13th January 07)

Thank you for your great hospitality,we have had a lovely time,and really appreciated the thoughtfulness in the little extra's you provided to make our stay all the more enjoyable.

George & June Hilton United Kingdom (5th-6th February 07)

Fantastic Cottage, Fabulous views and warm hospitality-what more can you want !!

Martin & Debbie (WA)

What a romantic way to spend our anniversary.Your extreme attention to the smallest details left us without a worry in the world and left us just the right amount of time to enjoy each other. Will be sad to go.Thank-you.

Chanelle & Oliver (21st February 07)

The cottage was beautiful for our 1st night as Husband & Wife. You have done a fantastic Job. Thanks so much.

Mel & Anton (17th-18th March 07)

What a wonderful place-Thank-you, shame it was such a short stay .(Wedding)

Gill & Hannah Melisi (England)

Thank-you,Thank-you,Thank-you !!! You have made our stay so special.This place is a credit to you both... We will see you same time next year for our Anniversary. Take care. (Unable to return - had Twins, maybe in a couple of years)

Dave & Miff

Yes !! We are back! We are the honoured first couple to have signed this guest book, notice my third name has changed. We have just been married & this is my first time signing my name as "Grant".Thank-you so much for making our wedding night special & memorable,we've enjoyed very much.

Matthew & Michi (6th-7th May 07)

This is the best "B&B" we have stayed in.It is a beautiful cottage with breathtaking views and a wonderful way to celebrate our birthdays.Our little girl "Madeline" also had a lovely time and enjoyed the Rosella's & the bubble bath.

Robert,Donna & Madeline (9th-11th June 07)

What a great way to finish a Wedding.The spa,roses,Coonara... Thank-you very much.

Rob & Trish (8th July 07)

All we wanted - Luxury,fire,lots of food,a coffee machine,spa & Snow !! Thanks for your care & attention to detail & generosity.Great for Honeymooners but just as good for a Mother & Daughter ! Thanks for the opportunity to get with our project.

Carol & Bee (16th-18th July 07)

What a wonderful & romantic home haven.Your service & hospitality has been exceptional and far exceeding any other venue we have stayed at.However what stood out the most was your friendly & warming nature,the way you made us feel when we arrived and also throughout our stay.Loved all of your special & extra fine touches from the port to the heart b/fast,to the amazing cottage & spa & so much more.We'll be back for the proposal ( fingers crossed)

Terri & Mic (6th-10th August 07)

Thank-you for a wonderful experience in the Dandenong's.We loved the spa & fire place.All the food was Yummy - We kept find excuses to keep eating !!

Robert & Suzanne (18 August 07)

1st time to Melbourne. After 3 days of busy sightseeing we could not wait to retreat to this beautiful cottage, every night to relax,enjoy the views/surroundings and everything this place had to offer.Thanks for the experience."The kids loved it"

Simon,Jacqui,Jordan & Shani "Sth Australia" (26th-28th August 07)

Thank-you for a wonderful weekend,we absolutely loved it !! Made even more special by attention to detail,fantastic views,hand feeding the Kookaburra's and actually feeding them was very special.Very relaxing,wish we could stay another couple of days.

Sue & Mick (10th September 07)

What a amazing weekend we had in the Ironbark cottage.I thought Paul had brought me here for a bit of R&R before the arrival of our first child.Little did l know he planned to pop the big question."OMG"-we are engaged !! Special thanks to our hosts for the exceptional service-nothing was too much trouble.

P.S- your strawberries/chocolate topped of a perfect weekend & engagement.

Paul & Danielle (5th-7th Oct 07)

Thank-you for a lovely evening.We came here with the intention to unwind & relax and that's exactly what we did.A great B&B-felt like we were the only ones who've been here before.

Anonymous (13th October 07)

Where do we start ! You guys have made all our dreams come true this weekend. Your welcome,your smiles all the special things you did to make our wedding night and weekend one to remember.This place will always be in our hearts and we hope to come back on our 1st Wedding Anniversary.Also a big Thank-you from the Girls for our special night before the Big day.

Lindsay & Wayne (9th -11th November 07)

Thank-you so much for the beautiful facility you have both created so that others like ourselves,can enjoy.The cottage is presented immaculately... the "supplies" are plentiful and delightful... the surroundings (the gardens,the rosella's,the kookaburra's and the possum)are added bonuses...and your friendliness and willingness to chat & assist have been greatly appreciated by us.You have enable us to end one year in a relaxed manner and to begin a new one in the best way possible.Thank-you for everything.

Pascal & Abbas (29th-5th January 08)

What a amazing 5 night escape - we loved every minute and it was so nice to come back & re-visit the place where we spent our wedding night. We'll be back to try out the other cottages,but Ironbark will always have a special place in our hearts...

Dave & Emma (10th-15th February 08)

Lovely place- Most relaxing time.Its been 8 years since we were here last & its still the best !! Thanks for a lovely time.

Monika & Mick (28th March 08)

Thank you for all you have done to make our honeymoon stay a most beautiful,cosy & romantic one ! we both really are impressed & blessed by your gracious & warm Hospitality and service especially the candles,rose petals...which created a lovely,romantic ambience... We'd love to come back soon.(newlyweds)

Phillip & Cami (5th-7th April)

Our 25th Wedding Anniversary in a little touch of Heaven up amongst the hill top clouds.Every detail & comfort catered for,such a delight to find.Peace & tranquillity,a stop - gap in time.By night the sparkling city skyline put the stars to shame.Thank-you. Just Perfect....xx

Mark & Tracey (24th-27th April 08)

Ironbark Cottage Just Fantastic,relaxing,romantic what more can a couple ask for. Its our first weekend away since our honeymoon 12 years ago,and its been a very special one.Thank you so much for everything.

Tina & Con (30th-1st June 08)

What a gorgeous little find !! Thank you for a great stay snuggled up by the fire,playing Monopoly.thanks for all the goodies in the cupboard too !! Just when l decided l wanted my eggs poached,we find a poacher in the cupboard.Ace!!

James & Tara  (9th June 08)

Thanks Mum & Glenn for recommending this place! its fantastic !! We were blown away by this beautiful cottage.It was such a cosy & relaxing place to stay.We will be back for sure !! and definitely recommend this place to Family & Friends.Thanks

Tahli & Aaron (25th June 08)

We are so glad we choose your absolutely charming cottage for our weekend away,what an amazing place,it is a credit to both of you & all the hard work you have put in,definitely "5 star Accommodation". Your warm & caring hospitality was an added bonus !! We felt at home straight away.Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.

Lyn & Tony (28th June 08)

Second time round for us and better than the first.Thank-you. We will return,hopefully we will experience each different cottage. So this is just "Au Revoir"

Peter & Heather (3rd-8th August 08)

Thanks again!! The magic of this place never fades,still can't quite believe we came on the one day of snow this year.Beautiful!!!

Lauren & Ben

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