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Chatby Lane Apartments: Traveller Reviews

4 Howard Street, Lorne, Victoria, Australia
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Chatby Lane Apartments
4.5 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great place in Lorne!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

My husband and I stayed here Jan 2012 and were just going to stay in the B&B room. When we arrived doug told us for another $20 we could stay in an apartment as there was one free. This absolutely made our stay in Lorne heaps better and we decided to buy seafood off the pier and eat it in our room looking out over the ocean! It was great and we were so glad we decided to upgrade (although the B&B room did still look nice, just alot simpler). We had breakfast too as it was included and this wasnt skint with what they gave us which was great.
A few things which were good was that there was ice in the freezer, we are used to going to places and there being a freezer but of course we arent there long enough to make ice! We were rapt to find this was thought of! We also borrowed a few dvds and watched them on the fold out sofa in the lounge room which was a great way for us to spend the night!
Overall great place, we stayed in room 2 which i think would have had the best view!
Oh the bathroom was small which was the only thing I could say, they had GREAT soaps etc to use

Room Tip: Room 2 had the best view i think! we had two balconies
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great attention to detail from the hosts”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

My husband and I stayed here at the end of January as a start to our tour of the Great Ocean Road. We stayed in a lovely apartment on the top floor that was beautifully appointed and had a view of the ocean from the balcony. From the moment we arrived, Karen and Doug were extremely helpful and went out of their way to ensure we were comfortable and knew all the attractions to visit as well as suggesting some great restaurants nearby - the crepes at Ovenhouse were sensational! Lorne itself is a beautiful town and is well worth using as a base to travel the amazing Victorian coastline. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Chatby Lane and would highly recommend it.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Good stay out of the hustle and bustle of Lorne”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

My wife and I stayed here for two nights in the luxury spa apartment. The room was a good size but lacked a little character. The balcony had some views of the ocean and was only a short two minute drive to the main street of Lorne. The hosts were lovely and gave us some good tips on where to eat and what to do. While it was great to get private parking it was a little difficult to get in and out of. Other then that, a great stay.

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Cannes, France
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Perfect Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

Great stay at chatby Lane. The room had everything we needed. Fab shower and breakfast in the morning. Would def recommend

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Sooo Peaceful !”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011
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We were on our honeymoon along the Great Ocean Road,when we stopped in at the Lorne Visitor Centre and they recommended Chatby Lane. We were pleasently surprised and very happy to have found such a lovely place to stay, as we hadn't made a booking, but Doug offered us a lovely ground floor studio apartment, at a great price for 2 nights. It was in such a peaceful hillside setting, and we found it close (but not too close) to Lorne's main street/restaurants/cafe's/shops... and a short walk to the beautiful beach too. Bed was super comfortable, spa ultra relaxing, and the ambience of beach & bush was truly soothing. Breakfast was nice, although a little disappointed a cooked breakfast wasn't an option, but really we couldn't fault anything. Loved our stay here and will definately be back !!!!

Room Tip: Higher floors would have less plumbing noises (spa's/toilets), and obviously offer a better view...
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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4 Howard Street, Lorne, Victoria, Australia
Price range (per night):* 99 AUD - 325 AUD

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