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Carisbrook Cottage

Queen Size Bedroom
Twin Bedroom
Kitchen
Lounge/Dining Room
Carisbrook Cottage
Swan Bay Queenscliff
Historical Steam Train/Legendary Blues Train

Carisbrook Cottage is a two bedroom Self Catering B & B at rear of our property, close to beach and main shopping area, directly across from the steam/blues train, it's family friendly, quiet & comfortable, includes a bbq area with o/door setting

A Seaside Getaway

Queenscliff, VIC [Location map...]

Up to 4 people, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Minimum nights: 1

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From $100 to $155 2 persons per night

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Guest Reviews (29)

"Great location, close to everything especially the Blues Train. Barry is great and very obliging, hope he gets out and about more often in his old Morris car. "

- Martin, VICTORIA -Feb '13

"Location was awesome, right across the road from the blues train, cottage was fantastic, hosts were great, left us to do our own thing but were on hand if needed, very friendly, close to the great lit..."

- Elizabeth, VIC -Jan '13

"LOVED THE COTTAGE , SO NEAR TO EVERYTHING. PROVISIONS FOR BREAKFAST ETC VERY GENEROUS . GREAT HOSTS, A BIG THANK YOU TO BARRY FOR THE WONDERFUL RIDE IN THE OLD MORRIS. WILL DEFINITELY VISIT AGAIN PETE..."

- Debbie, VICTORIA. -Jan '13

"A very comfortable place to stay. Barb & Barry are friendly hosts. Little touches like foil, glad wrap very much appreciated and the breakfast supplies are more than adequate.Close to everything. Will..."

- Robyn, VICTORIA -Nov '12

"Very clean, quiet, close to everything, welcoming hosts. Was available for one night which was ideal for us. Extra touches like foil,cling-wrap shopping bags etc were appreciated. Cheryle, "

- Cheryle, VIC -Aug '12

"very convenient location, walk to everything and within close proximity to sorrento ferry. just what we needed for our young family"

- Leonie, VICTORIA -May '12

"great value for the blues train very handy"

- Alex, VIC -May '12

"Walking distance to everything was great"

- Stevie, VIC -Apr '12

"clean,comfortable,quiet and convenient."

- Ian, VIC -Feb '12

"Left a passport behind and Barb pulled out all the stops to track us down and ensure we didn't get stranded at the airport. The perfect host. Thank you"

- Tim, SURREY -Jan '12

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Cottage, Holiday unit, Holiday apartment, Bed & Breakfast, Self-contained apartment, Cabins

Carisbrook Cottage is a Self Catering Bed & Breakfast situated in the heart of Queenscliff, opposite the Legendary Blues Train/Historical Steam Train Station and behind the station is the Bellarine Rail Trail and Swan Bay also we are just around the corner from the Hesse St. Shopping Centre, beaches, restaurants, café, art galleries, historical museum and within walking distance to the New Harbour Complex, Queenscliff-Sorrento Ferry Terminal, Fort Museum, and Maritime Museum.
A short car/bus trip or a 40 minute walk will get you to the Marine Discovery Centre and only a little further on you have the local skate park and Point Lonsdale shopping centre.
Our cottage is self contained, there is a queen size bed in one room and two single beds in the second room (fold up bed available for 3rd child under 12 in second bedroom) and cot available.
The cottage has gas heating for the winter and ceiling fans or air conditioner for the summer months. There is also a garden area with a bbq and outdoor setting, plus washing machine/clothes line.
The lounge has a small dining area TV/Stereo/DVD player, we supply some DVD's, lounge suite; we supply all towels and linen.
Fresh bread, butter, spreads, juice, cereal, milk, milo plus coffee/tea making requirements are supplied and there is a fully equipped kitchen.
The cottage is situated at the back of our property, no off street parking, usually parking available directly outside property, our guests say it is quiet, relaxing, comfortable and clean.
We aim at both family getaways and couples just needing some time out.

Languages spoken: English(Conversation)

The testimonials we received have said the following on a regular basis.
That the cottage is quiet, relaxing, reasonably priced, clean, well equipped, nice outdoor area, hosts are friendly and respect our privacy, comfortable and yes we would stay here again in the future

Locality

Carisbrook Cottage is situated in the heart of Queenscliff, it is directly across from the Legendary Blues Train/Historical Steam Train and Swan Bay, it is a 10 min walk to the Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry Terminal, there are surf beaches and also beaches suitable for small children.
It is a 5 min walk to the main street which includes restaurants,cafes,historical hotels, galleries,museums and various clothing and gift shops.
There are fishing charters, diving trips and see the dolphin trips available.
We have a bait and tackle shop on the cnr of Symonds St and Hesse St for those wishing to do a little fishing down the pier.
Should you want to do some day/half day trips the Adventure Park is only a 20 minute drive from Queenscliff.
Ocean Grove is 20 minutes away, Geelong 35 minutes and Torquay 40 minutes. There is something for everyone.

Property

Our cottage is set at the back of the property which gives our guests more privacy and security, also there is only one cottage so you will not be disturbed by other guests. No off street parking, but usually can park directly outside the property. Not suitable for wheelchair access indoors as too small.

Associations

Geelong Otway Tourism

Holiday experiences

Accessible, Adult retreat, Art & Craft, Beach, Body Treatments, Close to Public Transport, Family Friendly, Fishing, Gay & Lesbian friendly, Golf, Heritage Trail, Massage, Motor Bike Friendly, Museums and Galleries, One Night Bookings Welcome, Scuba diving, Waterfront, Winter Holiday

Facilities

Air conditioning, Baby Cot, Bath towels provided, BBQ - Gas, Boat Ramp Nearby, Books/Magazines Supplied, Bus nearby, Business Centre, CD Player, Continental breakfast provisions supplied, Courtyard, DVD, Electric stove, Fans (ceiling/standard), Ferry nearby, Hair dryer, Highchair, Iron and ironing board, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Linen supplied, Microwave, No smoking, Pets not allowed, Reverse cycle heating, Stereo, Street parking, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Videos/DVDs Supplied, Walk to the shops, Washing machine

Accessible

Suitable only for persons with limited mobility but not wheelchair users, Step or lip exists to the entry door, Step or lip exists to the shower, Chairs are permitted in the shower, Unimpeded wheelchair access from car parking to the property.

There is wheelchair access up the driveway to the actual cottage, but there are two steps into the cottage, plus the doorways are standard size

Adult retreat

Tranquil and quiet with no interruptions, Privacy from other guests in living and activity areas.

As the backyard is also used by us to enter back door, we would need to be advised in advance if guests require total privacy for their stay.

Art & Craft

Art and Craft experiences located nearby.

There are several Art Galleries in the area plus there are Art & Craft Markets on at different times during the year

Beach

Less than 5 minutes walk to the beach, Less than 5 minutes drive to the beach.

We are no more than 5 minutes walk from the local pier beach, plus there are several other beaches nearby

Body Treatments

Body treatment services located nearby.

there is a day spa centre nearby that does body treatments

Close to Public Transport

Public transport within 5 minute walk, Public transport within 10 minute walk, Bus service.

There is a bus service from Geelong and a 5 minute walk to our residence, there is also a ferry from Sorrento and a 15 minute walk to our premises or a horse and cart ride available on w/ends.

Family Friendly

Portacot available, Games/videos for children under 5 available, Fenced/safe outdoor play area.

We have Walt Disney DVD's available for children up to 12 and an enclosed backyard area

Fishing

Fishing spots available nearby, Located less than 5 mins walk to water, Located less than 5 minute drive to water, Boatramp within 5 minute drive, Boat hire available nearby.

Charter boats are available for fishing trips, there is also a bait and tackle shop 100 metres away to give you advice on local fishing locations

Gay & Lesbian friendly

All guests welcome

Golf

Golf course located nearby.

There are two golf clubs in the area both 18 holes

Heritage Trail

Heritage buildings nearby.

There is a heritage buildings walk organised by the Queenscliff Information Centre on Saturdays

Motor Bike Friendly

Motor bike riders welcome, Motor bike parking available, Property is located on a sealed road.

You can park your motor bike in our driveway and close front gates

Museums and Galleries

Museums and/or galleries located nearby.

We have a Maritime, Historical and Fort Museum plus two Art Galleries all closeby

Scuba diving

Scuba diving available nearby, Scuba diving gear available for rent nearby.

There is a dive centre nearby which would supply scuba dive gear on booking with them

Waterfront

Our property is 2 minutes from Swan Bay, a Boat Ramp and the Beach

Winter Holiday

we have gas heating or split system air conditioning plus we have budget rates during winter for more than 2 nights stay

Carisbrook Cottage

Queenscliff, VIC, Australia

Rooms and rates

Carisbrook Cottage (sleeps 5)

Base rate

$100.00/night.

$155.00/weekend-night.

$640.00/week.

200.00/weekend.

$15.00 /person /night over 2 people

2 night weekend rate

01/02/2013 - 20/12/2013

$100.00/night.

200.00/weekend.

2 nights min.

$15.00 /person /night over 2 people

Off Peak Rates 2012 excl Summer/Easter School Hols/Long Weekends rate

02/02/2013 - 20/12/2013

$100.00/night.

$155.00/weekend-night.

$640.00/week.

200.00/weekend.

$15.00 /person /night over 2 people

Queenscliff Music Festival rate

22/11/2013 - 25/11/2013

$217.00/night.

3 nights min.

All prices in $AUD

Deals

Blues Train Packages plus other specials below.

Deal 1
Blues Train Accommodation Package

2 night’s accommodation including breakfast making requirements plus blues train tickets

Minimum 2 people $430
3 people $560
4 people $690

*1 night accommodation including breakfast making requirements plus blues train tickets

Minimum 2 people $370
3 people $485
4 people $600

Special Offer Booking Conditions:

Offer is available until May 2013, although if the Blues Train ticket prices increase then the package price will have to increase accordingly

*A minimum 2 night stay is required for long weekends or public holidays.

We require full payment to be direct credited into our account before purchasing blues train tickets.

Payment is non-refundable as per Ticketek/Carisbrook Cottage Terms and Conditions

Deal 2
Two night W/Ends Off Peak

Book 2 weekend nights and pay $200 per double (1 night is $155 per double)

Deal 3
Midweek Multiple Night Winter Special

Book 3 midweek nights in June/July/Aug/Sept 2012 and pay $90 per night per double, extra person charge of $15 per person per night
Valid to: 31 May 13

Availability

Carisbrook Cottage will confirm pricing, availability and answer any other questions within 24 hours.
(current average response time for this property is 5.3 hours)

Please note that sometimes your computer's spam filter or your ISP may inadvertently block the operator's response email. If you do not receive a prompt response, taking into account that Carisbrook Cottage may not be able to contact you after hours, you should check your 'junk' mail folder or contact the property with the details we will send in your confirmation e-mail.

The telephone number and contact details for this property will be emailed to you once your enquiry/booking has been sent.

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