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Ponderosa Bed & Breakfast – Home 3327027 B&B

  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 sleeps
  • 2 nights min stay

Ponderosa Bed & Breakfast – Home 3327027

  • B&B
  • 1 bedroom
  • sleeps 2
  • 2 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 50 mi
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Self-Contained Cedar cottage set in 5 acres of native bushland in the Strzelecki Ranges of Gippsland, Victoria. Warm pine lined interior with recycled timbers. Fully equipped kitchen, A/C, outdoor seating & outdoor BBQ.

If you wish to self-cater, produce from our garden is available, including herbs, free of charge, dependent upon the season.

Continental breakfast provisions are included in tariff.

Free WiFi is available

Positioned midway between the mountains and the ocean, it is the ideal location to discover the charms of Gippsland.

Wilson's Promontory is one hour drive as is the historic gold mining town of Walhalla.

Close by are many walking and cycling tracks and the town of Mirboo North boasts an award winning boutique brewery. Tarra Bulga National park is of outstanding beauty and can be reached in less than an hour.

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Safe
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Iron
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

LV Buslines run a service from Traralgon Railway Station to Boolarra (Route 3, Then Route 4)

Interaction with guest

My wife Kate and I are past members of committees of the nearby Grand Ridge Rail Trail and also Lyrebird Forest Walk. Having lived in the area for over 30 years, we have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and information for guests. We welcome guests, then gauge what level of interaction is most comfortable.

Policies

Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.

2 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Minimum two night booking

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About the owner

Neil C.
Calendar last updated:
15 Apr 2024
Years listed:
11
Based in:
Australia
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
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“Warm charming cottage, lovely quiet location”

Reviewed 25 Jul 2018

Has all facilities and equipment, well presented. Lovely bush area. The hosts, Neil and Kate are very friendly and helpful for local information.Would like to visit again.

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“Wonderfull escape”

Reviewed 10 Apr 2018

It was magic, very peaceful - good to relax and to leave everything behind. We couldn't work out the little oven, but this might have been just us being stupid. But we had the BBQ and a really gr… More

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Response from the owner Hi Ute, yes the little oven only works if you turn the selector. I will make sure I leave instructions on this. It was great having you here, as you certainly immersed yourselves in the location and its surrounds. Cheers, Neil

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“Peaceful Paradise”

Reviewed 27 Feb 2018

Thank you for a wonderful stay at the Ponderosa. A very comfortable haven amongst the tall trees. A lovely balcony at the back and atmospheric interior

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Response from the owner Thanks for that. Our location in 5 acres of native bushland does add to the atmosphere. Using recycled timber for the construction, adds a pleasing glow, making the building warm and inviting.

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“Rustic charm with a boutique touch”

Reviewed 7 Dec 2016

We chose to stay overnight at the Ponderosa Bed and Breakfast while attending a wedding in the local area. This quaint and rustic B&B is located approximately 2km north of the small rural town of… More

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Response from the owner Many thanks for this review Ray. You included so many things, not only our B&B, but also the highlights of this beautiful part of the world. When we return from an overseas holiday, we always remark on how blessed we are to live here. Unfortunately, this part of Victoria does not get the publicity it rightly deserves. Once again thank you.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Neil (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Neil (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Neil (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Neil the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Neil (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Neil (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Neil (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Neil (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Neil (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Neil (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Neil (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Neil (the owner) a message.

If Neil (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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