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The Experts Cottage

$175 per night for a couple

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Hosts: Margie and Jim Kilpatrick

Address: "Burnaere" Metcalfs Road, Great Western VIC 3377

Tel: (+613 or 03) 5356 2352

Fax: (+613 or 03) 5356 2538

Email: expertscottage@hotmail.com

Property Setting: Vast rural landscape of sheep grazing country and vineyards, less than 30 minutes’ drive to the Grampians.

Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 2.5 hours / 220km

Nearest main town: Ararat (16km)


	The Experts Cottage offers guests their own secluded, rural paradise. Whichever direction you look there are soothing views of farmland or neat rows of vines, rolling hills and grazing livestock. Kangaroos at dawn and dusk delight visitors with their regular appearance. You’ll also be delighted with the luxury of the cottage and if you’re not completely relaxed within a couple of hours of arriving, a glass of local champagne and a soak in the wonderful deep bath tub will do the job for sure.

Property Description:
The Experts Cottage is located in a secluded spot on the rural property "Burnaere". This historic cottage was once the quarters of “The Expert”, the title given to the senior station hand responsible for the care and maintenance of the sheep shearing combs and cutters. In recent times the cottage has been beautifully restored and, although it embodies the charm and character of its Victorian heritage, it is hardly rustic. Inside are beautifully polished floors, a soft leather lounge suite, a cosy wood fire and air conditioning, a kitchen with the ‘mod cons’, a light filled living area opening onto the rear deck, a barbecue and views as far as the eye can see.

The aroma of freshly baked bread and fresh cut flowers creates a special welcome touch. Presentation of the two bedrooms shows similar attention to detail. The bathroom has a sensational, full size, deep bath tub right by the window.

Recreational Facilities:
Farm and bush walks.
During the summer months, the property’s tennis court and swimming pool are available for guests’ use by arrangement.

Number of Rooms: 2 bedrooms

Maximum number of Guests: 4

Bathroom Facilities: Shared

Suitable for Children: Yes

Disabled access: No

Smoking restrictions: No smoking inside

Guest Pets Allowed: No

Check In/Out: Flexible times by arrangement

Description of Rooms/Units:
The bedrooms offer a queen size bed and a double bed. Beds are made up in beautiful white linen. Both rooms have sweeping rural views.

The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, cooktop and microwave and there’s an outdoor barbecue. Other facilities include wood heater, reverse cycle air conditioning, television, video and CD player.

Breakfast: The cottage is stocked with full country breakfast provisions including bacon and farm fresh eggs. Fresh home-baked bread is brought to the cottage daily.

Dining Options: Pub dining available 3km away, or Ararat township (16km) offers a good selection of restaurants.

Guest BBQ Facilities: Yes

Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.

Tariff: (includes breakfast provisions)
$350 for a couple for two nights
Additional nights $100
Additional couple $50 per night

Minimum Stay: Two nights preferred

Deposit: One night's tariff

Cancellation Terms: Less than 7 days notice – deposit may be retained

Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard

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