Holly Gate House - Great Places to Stay - Mt Dandenong / Kalorama
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Holly Gate House

Holly Gate House
$170 to $230 per night for a couple

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Hosts: Loraine and Bob Potter
Address: 1308 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Kalorama VIC 3766

Availability: Online Bookings & Availability Calendar
Tel: (+613 or 03) 9728 3218
Mobile: 0415 192 690
Email: reception@hollygatehouse.com.au

Property Setting: Located in the northern area of the Dandenong Ranges, close to Mount Dandenong and Olinda.
Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 50 minutes / 50km (Melway map 52 J10)

If you are looking for one night or a weekend away from it all, attending a wedding or function, Holly Gate House is a homely, inviting traditional bed & breakfast where you'll experience hospitality at its best. In addition to providing luxurious spacious rooms and a wonderful breakfast, your hosts, Loraine and Bob, are dedicated to ensuring each and every guest feels 'special', while enjoying all the privacy they desire.

Property Description:
Delightful gardens meander around the modern brick house. A sparkling blue swimming pool is set amidst the leafy environment, and paths lead around the garden to seating areas, a gazebo and the sauna & spa retreat.

To maximise privacy, the house is clearly divided into guest facilities at one end, separated from the hosts residential quarters at the other end. The guest section includes a combined lounge/dining room where a large country style table is set for breakfast each morning. Floor to ceiling windows frame one of the many garden aspects and the walls are adorned with numerous pictures and ornamental plates with an aviation theme. A corner of the room has a bar with complimentary wine and beer, a microwave, a fridge and tea & coffee facilities. The lounge area has an air conditioner to cool off on warmer days and a free standing wood fire to cosy up to whenever the weather is chilly. Behind the fire a feature brick wall captures and radiates the warmth, while wall to wall carpet is soft and quiet underfoot.

The accommodation includes three spacious, ensuite queen bedrooms, each one individually decorated (see further details below).

Special Features:
If arriving between 3pm and 5pm, a delicious afternoon tea awaits.

Binda Retreat, located on the property in a separate building, contains an infrared sauna, constructed with aromatic hemp wood, and a Hot Tub Spa in a large indoor space. Clear roll-up blinds are raised when the weather suits so it feels more open to the outdoors. The Retreat is for the exclusive use of in-house guests. Charges apply and advance bookings are required. Should you wish to have a massage on site from one of the area's mobile therapists this can also be pre-arranged through your hosts.

Recreational Facilities:
In ground solar heated swimming pool



Accommodation Details

Number of Rooms: 3 guest bedrooms
Maximum number of Guests: 6
Bathroom Facilities: Ensuite
Suitable for Children: No
Disabled access: Limited accessibility
Smoking restrictions: Smoking is restricted to designated outside areas
Guest Pets Allowed: No
Resident Pets: Cockatoo (housed at the front entrance and greets guests with a friendly hello)
Check In/Out: In 3pm / Out 10am

Description of Rooms/Units:


Each guest room has an individual style. The Willow Room is furnished with white provincial-style furniture. The bold blue and white colour scheme includes vibrant hues of blue in the carpet and on the feature wall behind the bed. Blue accents continue in the ensuite which has a large corner spa with an overhead shower. The bedroom is fitted with reverse cycle heating and cooling and the window captures nearby mountain views.

The Orchid Room is decorated in shades of maroon and cream and the outlook is to a small courtyard and garden. The ensuite is very spacious with a twin basin vanity and a shower. The Emerald Room is styled in hues of green and cream. Two large windows overlook the garden and the ensuite is of medium size. Both these guest rooms have central heating ducts and free standing fans.

The appointments in every room include queen size beds with luxury cotton linen, television, DVD and CD player, quality toiletries and bath towels, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
Willow room
Willow ensuite


Meals

Breakfast: The menu includes freshly baked bread, assorted cereals, fresh fruit, yoghurt, waffles, croissants, eggs, bacon, mushrooms and tomatoes. Choose between continental or fully cooked English breakfast served in the guest dining room.
Dining Options: There are ample cafes and restaurants in the vicinity, to enjoy a romantic dinner or a casual bite to eat. Complimentary transport to and from restaurants and function venues, within a 10km radius, can be provided by your hosts.
Guest BBQ Facilities: Yes (usage charge applies)


Tariff

Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.

Tariff: (per couple)

Orchid or Emerald rooms:
Weekend (Fri-Sun): $195 for a single night, $370 for two nights
Midweek (Mon-Thu): $185 for a single night, $340 for two nights

Willow Room (Mon-Sun): $230 for a single night, $430 for two nights

Minimum Stay: Single night stays may not be available on public holidays or long weekends.
Deposit: Full payment is required on booking unless other arrangements are agreed with hosts.
Cancellation Terms: Where more than 7 days' notice is received, refunds less a $40 admin fee are given. With 7 days' notice or less, one night's tariff will be forfeited.
Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Eftpos


Orchid room Orchid ensuite
Emerald ensuite Guest lounge
Entrance Swimming pool
Garden setting Binda Retreat
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