Cape Nelson Lighthouse Road, 3305 Portland, Australia
#8 of 37 hotels in Portland
Guests' ChoiceBased on 329 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
6.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 29, 2022
Ray
AustraliaNeeds a good clean- Venetian blinds and shutters dirty, bathroom clean but many dead flies. No coffee pods - are they usually provided?
Location, breakfast, accommodation in general
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 29, 2022
Catherine
Australiathe place was absolutely lovely, a real treat to stay there.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 21, 2022
Nina
AustraliaGorgeous location with all the comforts! The Carerakers Cottage is fantastic.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 21, 2022
Anthony
Australiawifi password didn’t work but who really cares for one night. I’m sure they will sort it out. other than that, not much.
beautiful looking cottage. we only stayed one night and the weather was horrible but we definitely want to return for a longer stay in spring or autumn. Breakfast was great.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 15, 2022
Steven
AustraliaWe could only stay for 1 night. I could live here
It was an amazing place to stay. We would stay here again.wish we could live there. It was very comfortable & we had a spa in the rain.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: September 13, 2022
Jonathan
United States of AmericaNeeds a space heater in both rooms, not just front room. Bathroom shower with no door results in puddles all over hardwood floor, shockingly poor design choice. Pod coffee machine was god awful, don't even go there. Stove very weak and took 10 minutes to cook scrambled eggs
We stayed in the headmasters cottage. Accomodations were so classy, gorgeous oldschool feel. Fireplace sitting room was glorious. Location under the lighthouse and on the edge of the earth was enchanting. Bed was very comfy. Excellent choice for two families or large single family.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: August 30, 2022
Craig
AustraliaAmazing location beside the lighthouse.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 29, 2022
Paul
Australiabrilliant place for sunrise sunset
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 28, 2022
Luke
AustraliaSand in my Bed
Wood fire Location Private Comfortable
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 26, 2022
Robert
Australialoved the open fire
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: August 1, 2022
Lionel
AustraliaNothing because it is hard to beat Perfection. :-)
We Loved everything about it. It was a special present for my partners 60th Birthday celebrating her 60th on My Country Gunditjmara Country. We will back there again for sure.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 20, 2022
Karen
AustraliaGreat location at Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Wonderful helpful and friendly staff. Homely accommodation with all the facilities needed for a overnight or a longer stay.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 19, 2022
Robert
AustraliaEverything. Have stayed here before and certainly hope to again
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 18, 2022
Noah
AustraliaPlumbing got blocked
It was comfy :)
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 4, 2022
Richard
Australiahigh-mounted heating and no ceiling fan means keeping warm at ground level was harder than it needs to be.
great location. comfy cottage. seals and seabirds. sorry we only had one night.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 4, 2022
Kate
Australiaclean, cosy and comfortable
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: June 16, 2022
Michael
AustraliaSunset Cottage was beautifully set up, full of character and comfort. We wanted for nothing - it was warm, kitchen and facilities were ideal as were the breakfast provisions. It was an ideal location for a bit of whale-watching and only 10 minutes from town.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 15, 2022
Samantha
AustraliaNot sure if the dishwasher has power connected to it. It didn't work when I tried to turn it on.
The bed was super comfy. Breakfast was awesome. Living area with fireplace during winter was an enjoyment.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 14, 2022
Neil
Australianothing
very unique
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 8, 2022
Richard
SingaporeWe did not use the fireplace (because we did not want our clothes to have a smokey smell), and unfortunately the air conditioning was not strong enough for the large living area. The bedrooms were also a little chilly.
We made a slight detour to stay at this unique location - a refurbished lighthouse keeper's cottage. The cottage was spacious, with a large garden, and located steps away from the lighthouse (and away from everything else). This is not a luxury villa, but there's a living room, kitchen+dining room, 2 bedrooms and a large bathroom. I would recommend buying the groceries you need after collecting your keys (from a hotel reception in Portland) before driving to the cottage. We were able to cook a nice dinner for ourselves.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 30, 2022
Fiona
AustraliaNothing, I would have stayed if they let me!!
This is a unique property to stay at and we loved it! The cottage is so comfortable and well presented with all modern facilities but in an historic setting. The location is amazing with the lighthouse lit at night, sitting in the cozy loungeroom with the open fire burning ( wood box filled and the fire ready to be lit!!), I simply did not want to leave.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 28, 2022
Linda
AustraliaNothing
The Cottage was wonderful and exceeded our expectations. There were provisions in the fridge and the kitchen had every utensil required/ We will return.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 27, 2022
M
AustraliaThe location was incredible. The extras supplied were great quality and we were amazed by the location. We even spotted some whales!
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 25, 2022
Suellen
AustraliaNothing.
Amazing location, modern and comfortable, stylishly decorated. Quiet and peaceful. Self catering with plenty of breakfast provisions supplied.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 22, 2022
Madeleine
AustraliaWe had such an amazing trip ! The location was beautiful and my partner even proposed to me under the stars beneath the lighthouse ! What a special trip
Stayed in May 2022
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