Islay House - Blue Room

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Islay House - Blue Room

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Charm: Islay House - Blue Room in Woodend offers a spacious setting within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden and terrace views, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and garden views. Family rooms and private entrances ensure a comfortable stay. Exceptional Facilities: The guest house provides free on-site parking, a lounge, outdoor seating, and barbecue facilities. Additional amenities include a work desk, dining area, and free toiletries. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Guests appreciate the quality and variety of the morning meal. Convenient Location: Located 30 mi from Melbourne Airport, the property is near attractions such as Macedon Train Station (7.5 mi) and Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens (25 mi). Highly rated for its host, breakfast, and room comfort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ashani
    Australia Australia
    “Amazing country house with old Colonial vibes. We felt like we were transported back in time to one of those Bridgerton houses. The hosts are such lovely people, we had the best time getting to know them and their pets (Bodie, Charlie and Muddy...”
  • Rosa
    Australia Australia
    “Lovely historical building, cosy parlour with a fire and beautiful light room.”
  • Kitty
    United States United States
    “Tarni and Clive are kind and welcoming hosts and fun to chat with. The old hotel building is wonderful to see. Blue room was comfortable and spacious. Breakfast and coffee were exactly what we needed. Don’t miss seeing the immense fish in the...”
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    “Breakfast was such a lovely treat, home made fresh bread and croissant, seeing all the resident pets was nice experience, I felt very much at home.”
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful facilities and common spaces. Gorgeous gardens and surrounds. Hosts were very friendly.”
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    “Very welcoming hosts who immediately made me feel comfortable. Great communication and fabulous stories. Sympathetically restored building with a great feel. Large, comfortable rooms and lovely communal areas with lots of visual interest....”
  • Melinda
    Australia Australia
    “Absolutely stunning heritage building with gorgeous styling . Toni was amazing, giving a wonderful tour and explanation of the history of the home. She was so warm and welcoming . Breakfast (included) was incredibly delicious!!”
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    “A beautifully restored historic building and a comfortable and spacious bedroom. Pleasant and welcoming hosts.”
  • Sonya
    Australia Australia
    “Tarni and Clive were perfect and friendly hosts, and have done an amazing job making this property soo cosy. Every room was beautifully decorated and the garden was peaceful. We had a nice breakfast and felt very at home. We loved relaxing here...”
  • Madelaine
    Australia Australia
    “Tahn and Clive were great hosts. The property was clean, and we were cosy for our one night stay. Met some other lovely guests and had a pat of their resident Murray Cod in the pond! A lovely experience overall.”

Managed by Tarni and Clive

Company review score: 10Based on 97 reviews from 6 properties
6 managed properties

Company info

Hi, I'm Tarni and I've taken a break from the busy world of television production and Clive has moved on from a motorcycycle racing career, boat building and electric car manufacture. Our welcome tree change has been spent renovating and restoring Islay House - a fabulous labour of love and 18 months 'on the tools!" Before moving to Woodend we were hosting in Port Melbourne for 10 years and really enjoy meeting people, sharing a story or two and making sure our guests have everything they need when they stay with us. Islay House is a whole new adventure and we are loving it! One thing to be aware of is the stairs to the first floor are a bit steep but the hand rail is very sturdy and we always take your luggage up and down for you. We look forward to welcoming you to Islay House.

Property info

Only five minutes walk from the town centre and fifty minutes from Melbourne, Islay House has five gracious bedrooms sleeping up to 9 people. An open fire greets you in the main sitting room with games and a library. A sun-filled morning room presents a delicious breakfast of local produce and the doors open onto the oak shaded garden for a delighful wander. Sit by the pond with a cuppa, chat to the chooks, we look forward to greeting you when you join us for your relaxing escape, family get together or time with friends. Come and enjoy. One night will not be long enough.

Neighborhood info

Voted Victoria's most livable town Woodend is the perfect place to slow down and relax. Central to the Macedon Ranges and surrounding townships, enjoy health spas, bush walks, numerous wineries, breweries, distilleries, cafes and boutiques. A 30 min drive to Mt Macedon with fabulous views and forests, a 6km drive or ride to the famous Hanging Rock for photos, and/or a climb to the top,spotting Koalas along the way. In town visit the local farmers market, bakery, brewery and enjoy the fresh, clean air and wonderful stars at night.

Languages Spoken

Greek,English,French,Italian

Area info

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Islay House - Blue Room of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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