...far from the madding crowd
Our Rooms

Nautical Cabin

8For sealovers, hand made (from pier posts) queen sized bed, plus a single bed. Canoe skeleton suspended from ceiling, decorated with anything and everything associated with the sea.
 

Indian Room

4Probably the most romantic room, complete with bedside clawfoot bath, antique four-poster brass double bed, parachute suspended from ceiling, antique camel saddle, Indian bits and pieces.
 

Sawmillers Shack

Great for singles - three antique single beds, decked out with massive handsaws and photographs of bygone sawmills in the area.
 

Naturalists Shelter

For nature-lovers. Wooden double bed, plus a single bed. Bird cage, butterfly net, various wildlife pictures adorn the walls.
 

Shearers Quarters

Antique wrought iron double bed plus single bed. Complete with bale stencils and shears.
 

Bakers Bedroom

Even the oven door mounted on the wall, plus antique wooden double bed. A smaller cosy bedroom, with large bathroom (for easy disabled access).
 

Farmers Room

One iron antique double bed, plus one set of bunks (ideal for a family of 4). Decorated in 1940's newspapers, farmers hats and various farming memorabilia - great for insomniacs.
 



Testimonials

  • Janelle & Justin
    "It's beautiful here! I can't wait to return again, it's a magic spot, awesome town, trails, food, guesthouse!"
  • Leanne, (W.A.)
    Thankyou for your warm welcome and for all of your hospitality. A beautiful place to spend a day, night, or a month or a lifetime.
  • Mavis & Chris, Lincoln, England
    Twas a twist of fate that brought us here. Wonderful! We really enjoyed our stay. You can keep your 'Best Westerns'. Maybe one day we will return.
  • Phil, Sheryle, Gina & Bruce
    Oh what a gem of a place! But, it's the people who make it! This is our 2nd time, and this time we stayed. Thankyou for good food, fun, and the Indian and Nautical rooms topped it all off. Thanks for the hospitality, and we'll spread the word!
  • John & Linda Mathews, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
    What a wonderful experience we've had. We felt like family from the moment we walked in. We truly enjoyed Wendy's parents and her dad's tales. All in all we are reluctant to leave.
  • Edwina Butteroth (Adelaide, S.A.)
    "What an amazing place to come across late at night in this secluded country town. The warmth of your hospitality and the cosy atmosphere was a truly magical Aussie treat. Thankyou.....from a wandering Aussie looking for a place to unroll her swag."
  • Michele Macumber (Bridgewater, NovaScotia, Canada)
    "For an international traveller expecting to stay in Lorne, your little haven was the perfect Aussie treat! I can't wait to spread the word to any future OZ visitors! Thanks so much
  • Mats and Marie Blomstedt
    We will always remember this place! It rests in our hearts. Best wishes from the two Swedish
  • Scott & Daan
    Best breakfast ever, absolutely delicious. Can't beat riding amazing trails in the morning, then coming here for a bombshell brekky. Thankyou so much, we will be back many more times
  • Chris & Gab (Melbourne).
    "We have had a lovely stay here. It was great to return to somewhere so warm and welcoming after a day of riding. We ate ourselves silly on your wonderful food too!" Thanks

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