Deluxe Cottage, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View | Front of property – evening/night

Reviews of Clarendon Cottages

4.5 out of 5
Clarendon Cottages
11 Clarkmont Road, Sassafras, VIC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 141 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquil place to stay. Nice little treats in the accommodation. Very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from George and Jane on 5 Dec 2023
Thanks for your review Olivia and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage here at Clarendon. We hope to see you again!

8/10 Good

peter

Travelled with family
Pretty cottage. Consideration of a sink would improve the facility markedly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from George and Jane on 13 Oct 2023
Hi Peter and Libby - thanks for your review and glad that you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage. There is a sink in the upstairs bathroom, but as noted in the listing and also the confirmation, there isn't a sink downstairs. It's not an option to provide a downstairs sink without major rework, which would markedly increase the price. We'd encourage you to consider staying in one of our other cottages, which both have full kitchens, if a sink outside of the bathroom is important to you.

10/10 Excellent

brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicely presented, quite with good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from George and Jane on 8 Oct 2023
Thanks Brent for your review and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in The Camellia Cottage here at Clarendon. We hope that you'll come stay with us again.

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location So peaceful and the breakfast plentiful Would definitely Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from George and Jane on 20 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review Damien (and Louise) and thanks for staying with us in the Camellia Cottage here at Clarendon. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and the breakfast provisions provided and we hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from George and Jane on 19 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review Gay and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage here at Clarendon. We hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our overnight stay in the beautiful cottage was an absolute pleasure. So very clean, such attention to detail, and all the little goodies with loving touches made for a beautiful experience. Sorry we used all the bird food 😂 but there were so many to feed lol. Absolutely recommend Clarendon Cottages and I can’t wait to return. Thank you for a lovely night xx
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from George and Jane on 23 Jul 2023
Thanks for your review Nicole and we're glad you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage here at Clarendon. We're glad you enjoyed the birds - we counted 10 Rosellas, plus several King Parrots and Cockatoos so I'm sure they enjoyed you providing the birdseed for them. We'll look forward to seeing you again.

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
peaceful location with excellent facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from George and Jane on 19 Jul 2023
Thanks for your review Terence and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in the Camellia Cottage here at Clarendon. We hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A peaceful, clean and beautifully presented property. Warm and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from George and Jane on 8 Jul 2023
Thank for your review Lisa and we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in The Stables Cottage here at Clarendon. We hope to see you again! Regards, George and Jane

10/10 Excellent

Micaela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place - so warm and cozy. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from George and Jane on 16 Jun 2023
Thanks Micaela - we're glad you enjoyed your stay in the Camellia Cottage here at Clarendon and we hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Orest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect attention to detail
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from George and Jane on 14 May 2023
Thank Orest - we're glad you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage here at Clarendon and hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from George and Jane on 2 May 2023
Thanks Danny - we're glad you enjoyed your stay in the Dovecote Cottage here at Clarendon and hope to see you again. Regards, George and Jane

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from George and Jane on 17 Apr 2023
Thanks Donald - we're glad that you enjoyed your stay in The Stables Cottage here at Clarendon and we hope to see you again! Regards, George and Jane

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent the weekend for our anniversary, really enjoyed the cottage and everything available to use. Was my partner’s first visit to Mt Dandenong area, was a lovely weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from George and Jane on 13 Mar 2023
Thanks Adriana - glad you enjoyed your stay in the Camellia Cottage and we hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent cottage
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Chris on 7 Mar 2023
Thanks Leanne. Glad you enjoyed your stay in Camellia Cottage!

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottage in a serene peaceful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from Chris and Gayle on 12 Nov 2022
Thanks Linda. Glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country cottage. Very cosy and relaxing. My 2nd stay. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Chris on 10 Jul 2022
Thanks Greg, our pleasure. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden setting
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from Chris on 10 Jul 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay Judy!

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surroundings, grounds and large picture window brought the glorious gardens and birds up close for viewing and enjoying their company.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from Chris and Gayle on 6 May 2022
We’re very happy you enjoyed your stay in the cosy Dovecote Cottage at Clarendon. Lovely meeting you. We hope to see you again. Regards

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, tastefully furnished and thoughtfully fitted. A delight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Response from Chris and Gayle on 5 Mar 2022
Thanks David. Glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well set out cottages and great surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from Chris on 19 Feb 2022
Thanks David, glad you enjoyed the surrounds at Clarendon Cottages Sassafras. Hope to see you again. Regards, Chris

10/10 Excellent

Camilo Chalela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was be
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from Chris and Gayle on 23 Feb 2022
Thanks Camilo. We know from talking to you and from your lovely guest book comment that you thought The Stables Cottage was beautiful and you really enjoyed your stay. See you next time! Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from Chris on 17 Feb 2022
We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again! Regards, Chris and Gayle at Clarendon Cottages Sassafras

10/10 Excellent

Pemmal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience in a tiny cottage but never feel compact. Sounding garden environment make us living in nature.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from Chris and Gayle on 11 Dec 2021
Thanks Pemmal. Glad you enjoyed your stay in the cosy Dovecote Cottage at Clarendon. See you again! Regards, Chris and Gayle

4/10 Poor

Caine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clarendon Cottages
Wonderful accommodation in a great location. Thoroughly recommend?
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from Chris and Gayle on 21 Nov 2021
That’s wonderful. Thanks James. Glad you enjoyed your stay at Clarendon Cottages. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris and Gayle have thought of everything. At the Stables at Clarendon we wanted for nothing. An immaculate property with beautiful decor and plentiful breakfast provisions. The gardens are lovely and fastidiously maintained with bird feeders (topped up morning and afternoon by Chris) in full view of your window. Any visitor would be hard pressed to find fault with this impressive escape.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from Chris and Gayle on 27 Apr 2021
Thanks for your lovely review. We love to know that all we do and supply is appreciated by our guests as it inspires us to continually seek other ways we can improve. Kind Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was set in amongst the most beautiful garden full of flowering plants and native birds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Chris and Gayle on 22 Mar 2021
We are very happy you enjoyed your stay and the garden setting.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottages were set in a beautiful garden treed setting. All very manicured. Our cottage was little but that was all we need. Our bed was very comfortable with beautiful views our our windows. The owner was very kind nothing and accommodating. Can highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Chris and Gayle on 20 Mar 2021
Thanks for your lovely review. We are very happy that you enjoyed our cosy Dovecote Cottage. Hope to see you again at Clarendon Cottages. Regards

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay! Very impressed with the cottage that includes luxury amenities and so many thoughtful inclusions (including
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Chris on 24 Feb 2020
That's terrific! Thanks Candice, we appreciate your recommendation. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing getaway
Lovely place relaxing plenty to see and enjoy very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Chris on 28 Dec 2019
Thanks Jennifer, we're very pleased you enjoyed Clarendon Cottages. See you again! Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so thoughtfully stocked and the interior was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from Chris on 16 Dec 2019
Thanks for your review. We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Chris on 26 Nov 2019
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Chris on 10 Nov 2019
Thanks for your review. Glad you loved Clarendon!

10/10 Excellent

Carmelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute cottage
It was a very lovely cottage cute...guys that are 6 foot need to be careful and duck their heads. It was a nice shirt getaway will going back...thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Chris on 23 Oct 2019
Thanks for your great rating Carmelina. Yes the Dovecote Cottage is extra cosy if you're 6 foot plus - wish I had that as a problem :) Regards, Chris

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Wotif has been very deceptive with advertising this property, I needed a single story due to disabilities and ended up with two storey. Very difficult to manouvre inside as the cottage was extremely small.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Chris on 1 Oct 2019
We are very sorry that you did not enjoy your stay in our small suite due to your special needs. Unfortunately as we explained beforehand there are no facilities on the Wotif website to show that it is a two storey cottage. Immediately after booking we sent you a message that specifically mentioned that the cottage was small and did have an upstairs and downstairs. We later spoke on the phone and confirmed this a few days before your check-in and offered a refund if we were able to re-book the cottage but you declined to cancel. We feel we have done everything possible to ensure you were well informed and are at a loss as to what else we could do. We hope you will return to the Dandenongs again and perhaps book our larger cottage which is all on the one level. Regards, Chris

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this property, our privacy and being made so welcome. Also catering so well for vegan and vegetarian breakfasts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Chris on 13 Sept 2019
Thanks for your review! We are very happy that you enjoyed your special breakfasts. Look forward to seeing you again. Regards, Chris and Gayle :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy, warm, romantic, lovely breakfast supplies, chocolates, port, the works!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from Chris on 31 Jul 2019
Terrific. Thanks! Glad you enjoyed everything :)

10/10 Excellent

DC, Melbourne vic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottages with very generous provisions Spotlessly clean and very helpful host
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Chris on 13 Jul 2019
Lovely thanks! Glad you enjoyed Camellia Cottage and look forward to seeing you again. Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful in everyway. The accomadation, gardens,breakfast and hosts
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Chris on 12 Apr 2019
That’s terrific! Thanks for your rating. Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Chris on 10 Apr 2019
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed Clarendon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendly owner made us very welcome when we arrived and showed us through the cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Chris on 9 Apr 2019
Thanks for your review. Glad you felt welcome. We hope to see you again! Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens, peace and quiet. Clean and tasteful accommodation. Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Chris on 26 Feb 2019
Thanks for your review - love it!

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sometimes You Just Need To Breathe
So cozy and private. The host welcomed you then stayed out of your hair. Pre-preared breakfast so chat to your partner. Lovely touches made the stay just that more enjoyable. Downside were some steep stairs(ask for a different cottage, if you can’t manage stairs) and a noisy night possum. but overall my wife and I loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Chris on 26 Feb 2019
Sorry about the pesky possum Peter! The stairs in the small suite are a little on the steep side for some people. Glad you were comfortable and enjoyed the coziness! Regards.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and Management
Very nice place! Manager was really great! Drove me to the venue where I was attending a wedding! Very kind!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from Chris on 26 Feb 2019
Lovely review. Thanks Teresa.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place! Can’t rate this place enough! Will be back again for sure ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Chris on 3 Feb 2019
Thanks for your review. We'd love to see you again! Regards, Chris and Gayle

8/10 Good

Peter, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Place to Stay
A lovely place to stay. The cottage is quite small but it’s comfortable and the surrounds are beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Chris on 13 Jan 2019
Thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed your stay. The Dovecote is just a 'petite' suite. Regards, Chris and Gayle

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed at the lack of compassion from the owner. My father suffered a heart attack the day before, owner refused to let us cancel or change dates. Didn’t even offer his sympathies. Was pushy about arrival times. The stables cottage has other cars parked beneath it which kept us awake with other guests arriving/leaving during the night. The cottage itself was clean & comfortable, but a bit over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Chris on 3 Feb 2019
We are sorry you were disappointed. Hopefully your father is recovering well. Kind Regards, Chris and Gayle

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a quaint cottage in a quiet location. However the cottage is tiny especially for meals. Host has been meticulous in other aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Chris on 8 Jan 2019
Thanks for your review. Yes, as advertised it is just a small cottage without a kitchen or dining table, however as most guests are only eating a continental breakfast then the supplied breakfast trays or coffee table usually suffice. Weather permitting there are a number of gorgeous outdoor seating/dining options to enjoy. Hope to see you again - perhaps in one of our two larger cottages that have full kitchens and dining tables :) Regards, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Mr&MrsJuneja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cottage! Was very clean and the beds were super comfy!! We'll be back soon xx
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Chris on 1 Jan 2019
Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay in The Stables Cottage. Look forward to seeing you again. Cheers, Chris and Gayle

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Chris on 28 Dec 2018
Thanks for the review. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Regards, Chris and Gayle