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$140 to $288 per night for a couple
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Property Setting: The 2-acre property is located in the quiet back streets of Sassafras, away from the major tourist route. The particular pocket is known as the dress circle of Sassafras.
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| Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 50 minutes / 45km (Melway map 66 D12) |
Property Description:
Strolling distance from the charming village of Sassafras, home of the iconic Miss Marples Tea Rooms, there's a private English country garden with three endearing guest cottages. 'Clarendon' was established in the 1930s with the main home, cottages and former stables built of weatherboard. The site shares a towering pine tree lined avenue that was the original horse and carriage entrance to the neighbouring 80 acre property by the name of Burnham Beeches, with its famous art deco mansion. The gardens of Clarendon feature many century old trees and shrubs that have survived the intervening years. Over the past eight years the current owners have dedicated themselves to renewing the gardens and buildings, so it can once again be counted among the wonderful private gardens of the Dandenongs.
The pretty, white painted weatherboard cottages are hidden in different parts of the garden, out of sight of each other. The Stables is the largest of the cottages with two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and spa bathroom, all on one level. Decorated in soft pinks and cappuccino colours it has an elegant style with a traditional floral lounge suite, striped pink and white blinds at the windows and a rattan and glass dining suite. The large elevated timber deck outside is shaded in summer by a massive walnut tree in front of the cottage.
Camellia Cottage is very different in a country style way with timber ceilings the colour of honey and timber furniture including a sleigh bed. Blue, white and yellow complete the colour scheme. The floorplan is split level with kitchen and dining on the lower level with a door to a private deck and garden associated with the cottage. The outlook from the dining area window takes in the lower garden, where a 150ft manor gum presides in all its majesty. This cottage accommodates one couple, with the bed and lounge area integrated on the upper level. Beside the bed is an open fireplace flanked by two big comfy armchairs.
Both The Stables and Camellia Cottage are free standing cottages. The two-storey Dovecote Cottage, described as a "petite suite", is attached to one end of the main house, although it has its own strictly private front door into the ground floor lounge / dining room. A large picture window dominates the room, with a pretty rose garden right outside. A quaint staircase leads to the bedroom above. This room has windows on three sides, each of them surrounded with a delicate floral border, framing another garden outlook where the magnolia and camellias put on their floral display through winter and spring.
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Special Features:
In each cottage you'll find welcome treats including cookies and chocolates.
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| Number of Units: 3 |
| Maximum number of Guests: 4, 2, and 2 respectively |
| Bathroom Facilities: One bathroom per cottage |
| Suitable for Children: Yes - by arrangement |
| Disabled access: No |
| Smoking restrictions: No smoking inside |
| Guest Pets Allowed: No |
| Check In/Out: In 2pm / Out 11am |
Description of Rooms/Units:
The Stables (pictured above and below) is available with one or two bedrooms, both with queen size beds. One of the bedrooms has French doors onto the deck. The beautifully appointed, spacious bathroom has a double corner spa, separate shower and vanity.
The lounge/dining room has a cosy gas log fire as well as a split system air conditioner/heater. The kitchen has a full size fridge and a stove. Outdoor furniture is provided on the private deck accessed through the front door of the cottage.
Camellia Cottage (pictured right) is a romantic haven for two, with an open log fire adjacent to the queen size sleigh bed. The bathroom has a single spa bath. The kitchen is equipped with a full size fridge and stove. The cosy internal dining area connects with a private external deck with outdoor furniture. The cottage has central heating and air conditioning.
Dovecote Cottage is an affordable two-storey suite. The double bedroom is upstairs amongst the trees, as is the large bathroom with bath and shower facilities. On the ground floor, is the combined lounge, dining area. Kitchenette facilities include a bar fridge, microwave, toaster and jug. Outside is a private little garden area.
All cottages have television, DVD and CD players. Complimentary DVDs, CDs, books & magazines are provided.
Private onsite parking is also provided. |
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| Breakfast: Each cottage is provisioned with cereals, eggs, fruit, juices, fresh country bread, butter, milk, jams, plunger coffee, teas etc. The Stables & Camellia Cottage have additional items including bacon and tomatoes to make up a full English breakfast. |
| Dining Options: Great restaurants, cafes and tearooms abound suiting a wide range of palates and pockets - some within easy walking distance of Clarendon, and others a short drive away. |
| Guest BBQ Facilities: Yes |
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Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.
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Tariff: (includes breakfast provisions)
The Stables $195 to $288 per night for a couple (utilising one bedroom), $275 to $368 per night for both bedrooms and up to 4 people
Camellia Cottage $180 to $240 per night for a couple
Dovecote Cottage $140 to $180 per night for a couple |
| Minimum Stay: Two nights on weekends (where Saturday is required) |
| Deposit: 50% to secure a booking |
| Cancellation Terms: More than 14 days' notice - deposit refunded less $25 (or the booking may be transferred). Less than 14 days' notice - refunds are subject to the vacancy being filled by others. Failure to arrive - full tariff payable. |
| Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard |
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