Olive Tree Cottage - Great Places to Stay - Wallington, Bellarine Peninsula

GPTS Homepage

Olive Tree Cottage

$175 to $200 per night for a couple

Please tell your hosts you found them at GPTS

Hosts: Margaret and James McLeish

Address: "Carlowrie" 162 Lings Road, Wallington, VIC 3221

Tel: (+613 or 03) 5250 4073

Fax: (+613 or 03) 5250 4073

Mobile: 0408 517 876

Email: olivetreecottage@bigpond.com

Property Setting: Very private rural property of 180 acres on the eastern side of Lake Connewarre. At least half a kilometre to the nearest neighbours.

Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 1 hour 20 mins / 80km (Melway map 483 B2)

Nearest main town: Geelong


	Immaculately presented Olive Tree Cottage is a modern hideaway in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula. Enjoy nearby beaches, golf courses, restaurants, wineries and sightseeing excursions while still having the pleasure of escaping to peaceful seclusion whenever you wish. The quality of the accommodation and the setting will suit discerning tastes.

Property Description:
The property is situated in one of the secluded, rural areas of the Bellarine Peninsula, inland from Ocean Grove, where Lake Connewarre sits on the Barwon River. Reached by a private access road the 180-acre farm includes 100 acres of flood plain with access to the Lake and surrounding wetlands. The property's core activity is a working olive grove of 1,700 trees.

The homestead and guest cottage are positioned on elevated land, which has panoramic views across the plain to the lake. The pétanque piste enjoys unhindered views, while the guest cottage is tucked away in a peaceful, lush, courtyard garden, sheltered from the elements.

Olive Tree Cottage has a simple elegance about its contemporary structure. The open plan living area has windows and glass doors opening onto the quiet, leafy verandah. Built in to an alcove of the main room is a very serviceable kitchenette. A wood fire, also built-in, provides a central focus. The separate bedroom has an atrium glass ceiling over the bed so you can lie back and star-gaze (with blinds provided to keep the daylight out when required).

Special Features:
Local Olive Oil is given as a welcome present, and olive oil luxury soaps, moisturiser and hand cream are provided in the bathroom. Olive Tree Cottage aprons and tea towels are available for purchase as is a range of regional wines, olive oil and other produce.

Recreational Facilities:
Pétanque piste with extraordinary views.
Heated swimming pool and separate heated spa. Both are rainwater-filled and ozone-purified. Exclusive access to these facilities is available on request.
Walks on the property include; around the olive grove, along the ridge above the flood plain, or out to the lake. The latter is of particular interest to birdwatchers.

Number of Rooms: 1 bedroom

Maximum number of Guests: 2

Bathroom Facilities: Ensuite

Suitable for Children: No

Disabled access: No steps. Handrail in bathroom

Smoking restrictions: No smoking inside

Guest Pets Allowed: By arrangement

Resident Pets: Black Labrador (dog)

Check In/Out: Flexible times by arrangement

Description of Rooms/Units:
The bedroom has a queen size bed, with high quality bed linen, and an ensuite with shower. Bath robes and specialist toiletries are provided for guests' use.

The main living area is furnished with a quality, upholstered sofa, armchair, reading lamp and a cane dining suite. It also has wide screen television with DVD player, enclosed wood fire and reverse-cycle air conditioning. Undercover parking is provided in an adjacent carport with a door into the living area.

The kitchen is equipped with a two-plate ceramic cooktop, microwave oven, dishwasher, kettle, toaster and coffee plunger.

Breakfast: The kitchen is well stocked for breakfast with homemade jams and local honey, regional bread, free-range eggs from the neighbours, Wallington strawberries and tomatoes, and generous supplies of cereals, bacon and sausages.

Dining Options: Excellent cafés, restaurants at all price ranges in Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads, Point Lonsdale, Wallington and Queenscliff. For those wishing to cook in, provisioning can be arranged with prior notice or you can self cater.

Guest BBQ Facilities: Yes

Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.

Tariff:
$200 per couple for the first night, $175 for each additional night
Weekly tariff by negotiation

Minimum Stay: Two nights preferred

Deposit: Credit card details or 50%

Cancellation Terms: Less than 7 days' notice - deposit may be retained unless the accommodation is re-let or the booking is transferred to an alternative date.

Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard

Disclaimer: Information presented on this web site has been supplied by individual properties and collected from reputable tourism resources. Great Places to Stay endeavours to keep the information accurate and current, however it takes no responsibility for errors and omissions, and the information is subject to change without notice. Intending guests should confirm pricing and other details at time of booking.