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Sanctuary Park Cottages

from $165 per night for a couple

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Hosts: Wendy and Alex Hart

Address: 85 Badger Avenue, Healesville VIC 3777

Tel: (+613 or 03) 5962 6240

Fax: (+613 or 03) 5962 2904

Email: info@sanctuarypark.com.au

Property Setting: Set on a sprawling 20 acre rural property, against a backdrop of forested mountains.

Hours/KMs from Melbourne: 1 hour 10 mins / 65km (Melway map 278 F11)

Nearest main town: Healesville (5km)


	Sanctuary Park Cottages, as you might guess, is in the immediate vicinity of the renowned Healesville Sanctuary. Of course there are plenty of other attractions in the Yarra Valley and surrounding mountains to fill your days with sightseeing and activities should you wish. But what many people come here for is the opportunity to relax and unwind, away from their usually busy lifestyle. This rural sanctuary is for people - couples, families and groups. The rustic character of the cottages, the serenity of the setting and the excellent amenities make for a complete escape.

Property Description:
This idyllic rural property hosts six fully self-contained guest cottages overlooking a spring fed lake, which is a focal point for the local bird life. The cottages are dotted around five acres of park-like lawns and gardens, so there's plenty of space between each dwelling. The grounds feature a gazebo with barbecue at the edge of the lake. Especially unique is an in ground heated pool and spa that is undercover.

The cottages have been built with natural cedar and allowed to develop a weathered, rustic look. Each one is just like an individual country dwelling with its own fenced garden and verandah, wood fire, complete kitchen and even a laundry. The interiors feature natural woods, corrugated iron and recycled materials with a particularly Australian flavour, tastefully combined with comfy furniture and soft furnishings. There are a four two-bedroom cottages, one three bedroom lodge that can sleep up to 10, and one romantic loft cottage for two. All have spas.

Recreational Facilities:
Solar heated swimming pool and spa.
Expansive grounds to enjoy physical exercise.
Fishing for rainbow trout in the lake on the property.
For children there is a playground and some farm animals to be seen and
occasional opportunities to help with feeding (no structured farm activities).

Number of Units: 6 cottages

Maximum number of Guests: 26

Bathroom Facilities: One bathroom with spa per cottage

Suitable for Children: Yes

Disabled access: Wheel chair access to one cottage

Smoking restrictions: No smoking inside

Guest Pets Allowed: No

Resident Pets: Two small dogs and a range of farm animals

Check In/Out: In 2pm / Out 10.30am or later by arrangement

Description of Rooms/Units:

Every cottage is equipped with double spa, separate shower, log fire, television, DVD player, kitchen with full stove, microwave and fridge, laundry with washing machine and dryer, and all bed linen. Each cottage enjoys scenic views and has its own parking area.

The Loft cottage is designed for one couple and features some added romantic touches such as a four-poster bed in the bedroom upstairs. A corner spa is located on the mezzanine level with stained glass windows.

Conifer and Sunset are two bedroom cottages, with a queen size bed in the main bedroom and king single beds in the second bedroom, which convert into a king size double when booked for two couples.

Birchwood and Lakeview are two bedroom cottages offering a queen size bed in the main bedroom and single beds in the second bedroom.

Cedar Lodge has three bedrooms and sleeps 8 comfortably with two queen size beds and two sets of bunks (and makeshift bedding for an extra 2 if needed).

Breakfast: The cottages are stocked with Continental breakfast for the first morning. Full breakfast supplies (eggs/bacon etc) can be provided for small groups by arrangement.

Dining Options: Self cater in your own kitchen. Choice of dining in Healesville or at one of the chic Yarra Valley Wineries. Takeaway and doorstep deliveries such as pizza. Arrange with your hosts to be driven to a restaurant and grab a taxi back.

Guest BBQ Facilities: A guest barbecue is located in the lakeside gazebo

Please confirm tariff with hosts prior to reservation.

Tariff:
Loft Cottage (one couple): from $185 per night
Lakeview, Birchwood, Conifer, Sunset Cottage (2 adults): from $165 per night
Cedar Lodge (4 adults): from $230 per night
Extra Adults from $25 per night. Children from $10 per night
Midweek Special (Monday - Thursday, except school holidays): Pay for 2 nights and stay for 3

Minimum Stay: Two nights on weekends. Three nights on long weekends.

Deposit: 50% required to secure booking

Cancellation Terms: More than 15 days' notice 60% of deposit refunded or full deposit converted into a Gift Voucher. Within 14 days ½ of deposit can be converted to a Gift Voucher otherwise all forfeited. 24hrs prior or non arrival - no refunds given in any form.

Credit Cards Accepted: Visa, MasterCard

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