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Allenvale

$125 to $275 per night for a couple

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Host: Sarah

Address: 150 Allenvale Road, Lorne VIC 3232

Tel: (+613 or 03) 5289 1450

Mobile: 0439 749 283

Email: info@allenvale.com.au

Property Setting: Nestled into the Otway National Park, 1.5km from the beach at Lorne.

Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 2 hours / 140km (Melway map 518 C10)

Nearest main town: Geelong


	When it comes to secret, enchanting hideaways Allenvale has impeccable credentials. With Lorne and the Great Ocean Road on its doorstep, you could not ask for a better location combination - Australia's most renowned coastal destination and a stunning forest valley. These utterly charming timber cottages have a mellowness that only adds to the sense of connection with the past and appreciation of life's simple pleasures. What better way to relax than swap the city's babble for the babbling of a stream.

Property Description:
Once you delve into the enchanting forest backdrop to Lorne, another world of waterfalls, streams and beautiful bushwalking trails is discovered. In under 5 minutes you can travel from the sandy beach of Louttit Bay into the cool, shady tranquillity of a leafy, riverbank setting.

In a valley surrounded by forest, the historic farm property of Allenvale was established on the banks of the St George River in 1878. For many years its fields and orchards supplied the local population with fresh produce. The early settlers also planted some familiar European trees, which are now of an impressive age and size, though the indigenous backdrop still dominates and ensures the presence of abundant native wildlife, including kangaroos, koalas, possums as well as many bird species.

An organic apple orchard continues the farming tradition at Allenvale, while four self-contained guest cottages offer holiday makers and Great Ocean Road tourists a chance to hide away amidst the quiet charms of this secluded valley setting and still be within 'cooee' of the seaside.

Each cottage is unique in its detail although they all have similar rustic appeal starting with their grey weathered natural timber exteriors. There are two genuine timber-mill houses that have been restored, preserving their original character while adding modern amenities unknown to the early occupants who worked for the mill that was built over the river. Kerosene is perhaps the most rustic with its eat-in kitchen and separate cosy lounge with a traditional fireplace, inside which is a now a wood burner. Surprises include a pew in the main bedroom. The more spacious Rose has a roomy open plan kitchen and lounge with walls finished in rough-sawn, natural timber. Both cottages have two bedrooms, but Rose has a sun room area with an extra single bed and is carpeted throughout while Kerosene has painted timber floors. These two buildings are sited right along the edge of the river with Henderson Creek at their rear.

The other two houses have been built in a similar traditional style. Recycled materials such as timber, doors, windows, cupboards etc. have been used extensively and the result is rich with country character. Gables has large living room with a dining area behind the sitting area. The separate kitchen also has a table and chairs for meals. Its two bedrooms cater comfortably for two couples or a family of four. Riverbank is the only two-storey dwelling, with three bedrooms upstairs and a spacious open plan kitchen and living room downstairs.

Simple furnishings, subtle colours, kitchen dressers, hand-painted trunks and fashionably distressed furniture all carefully fit the part; a look that would be very much at home in the pages of Australian Country Style.

Special Features:
Beautiful walking trails lead from Allenvale inland alongside the river, downstream to the ocean and up to Teddy's Lookout, which boasts the most breathtaking Great Ocean Road lookout this side of the Twelve Apostles.
Qdos Art Gallery and Café is also within walking distance.

Number of Units: 4

Maximum number of Guests: 18

Bathroom Facilities: One bathroom in each cottage

Suitable for Children: Yes

Disabled access: No

Smoking restrictions: No smoking inside

Guest Pets Allowed: No

Resident Pets: No

Check In/Out: In 2pm / Out 10am

Description of Rooms/Units:
Kerosene has two bedrooms and sleeps four. The main bedroom has a queen size bed and the other has two singles. The bathroom has a shower with a small bath. It has an eat-in kitchen and a separate cosy lounge room.

Rose (see two bottom most photos) has two bedrooms, a queen and a twin. An extra single bed in the sunroom area means the cottage can sleep five in all. The bathroom has a shower and a full size bath. The kitchen, dining and living room is open plan and spacious.

Gables (see two photos second from bottom) also has two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed, the other with a king size bed that can be converted to singles. The bathroom has a shower and a full size bath. The separate kitchen has its own meals area, while the living room has another dining table.

Riverbank (pictured right) has three bedrooms upstairs furnished with a queen bed, a double, and two singles respectively. The bathroom is downstairs with a full size bath and shower. This house has a spacious open plan living room and kitchen.

Each house has a wood fire plus additional gas heating, full kitchen facilities (gas stove/oven, fridge, microwave, toaster etc.), and opens onto balconies/decks with outdoor eating areas.
Equipment includes television, DVD and CD/radio units.
Laundry facilities, all linen and towels are provided.

Breakfast: Bring your own provisions, or wander up the road to Qdos café for brunch.

Dining Options: Self cater in your own kitchen or pop in to Lorne where you'll find a diverse selection of cosmopolitan cafés, restaurants and food outlets.

Guest BBQ Facilities: Yes

Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.

Tariff:
The following rates are based on two adults with extra charges for additional adults. Children stay free.
Kerosene : $125 to $195 per night
Rose : $145 to $245 per night
Gables : $145 to $250 per night
Riverbank : $165 to $275 per night

Minimum Stay: Two nights minimum booking. Longer minimums apply during peak periods.

Deposit: First night's accommodation

Cancellation Terms: Less than 24 hours' notice - deposit retained

Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard

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