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59 The Esplanade, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
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The Crays Accommodation
4.0 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
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Reviews in 59 cities Reviews in 59 cities
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“Hmmm....”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012

Lovely units at the Esplanade, spacious, comfortable and clean. Very well equipped with on site laundry and covered car parking. Welcoming reception and friendly staff. So far so good. BUT...our unit was on the edge of the road with a sitting area between the door and the roadside hedge. Certainly no harbour or wilderness view as described on the web site. The "some breakfast provisions" consisted of milk and the toiletries were minimal (no shampoo). Outside our bedroom window was the site BBQ, a couple of metres away - far too close for comfort though fortunately not used. Now don't let this put you off dear reader, but just be aware!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“Good all around, no complaints!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
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We stayed in a two bedroom unit which was spacious and clean. Great location. Staff friendly and the unit had all the things we needed. Take the time to do the walk to Hogarth Falls nearby, well worth the effort. Overall, not five star, but it's not trying to be. Would stay here again.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Melbourne
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Wish we had stayed longer!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

We spent 2 nights at The Crays in the "King" unit and cannot speak highly enough of our accommodation. Our unit was spotlessly clean, spacious and comfortable. There was a deck out the back which overlooked the very pretty garden (we thoroughly enjoyed sitting there each evening sharing a bottle of wine and eating our dinner). The location is fantastic - it's just a short walk into town. Undercover parking, free use of the washing machine, and lovely homely touches all around (like a vase of fresh flowers in the kitchen to greet you on arrival). We would not hesitate to recommend The Crays to anyone travelling to Strahan, and look forward the returning there on our next trip to beautiful Tassie. Thank you, Megs and Wendy...you are doing a great job!

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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MMNStrahanTasmania, Owner at The Crays Accommodation, responded to this review
7 January 2012
teemiss,
We are delighted that you enjoyed what we have to offer, and look forward to your return.
The team at The Crays
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Home away from home”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011
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We recently stayed in Unit 3 at the Crays after spending the previous night on the river in the owner of the units Trevor's ketch Stormbreaker. We found the unit very comfortable, no problems with the bed or furnitutre as some other reviewers have noted. The unit was spacious and spotlessly clean with a balcony where we could sit and drink a glass of wine. We were able to make use of the laundry which was great as we had been camping prior to coming to Strahan and were not concerned about the sign asking us to wash up after ourselves as we own a holiday rental ourselves and are aware that people aren't always very careful with other people's property. We actually cooked for ourselves whilst at the unit and didn't feel the need to go out as we were worn out after our great trip up the Gordon river to pick up a group of rafters that had rafted the Franklin. We did however go for a walk to the nearby park and waterfall and my husband was able to get some great night photos of the harbour across the road from our unit. The only downside was the cost was a little more than I expected but the units are so scrupulously maintained that it was well worth the price. Many thanks Trevor and Megs for a great stay in Strahan.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Average”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

Our unit number 4 was spacious and clean. The bed was rock hard, very little supplies (just tea bags, some milk and instant coffee), no fry pan in the kitchen and saggy couches. The inclusion of breakfast, new beds and couches would have resulted in a much higher rating. My pet hate was the sign saying "We love it when our guests wash up and take the rubbish out"...it doesn't help create that holiday feeling! Not much of a view either however the location was fantastic - just a quick 5 min walk to town.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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MMNStrahanTasmania, Owner at The Crays Accommodation, responded to this review
7 January 2012
Thank you for your comments. We are sorry that you were unhappy with some aspects of what we provide in our holiday cottages. I guess we all want or appreciate different things in this world.
Funnily enough, other guests have been pleased with the jars of coffee and sugar, and the fresh milk in the jug, as opposed to small sachets or long life milk.
The inclusions you suggest would also result in a higher rate for the unit.
I understand your displeasure at the sign "We love it when our guests wash up and take the rubbish out”. I have been affronted when I have stayed where the signs say that my credit card will be used to pay for such things. Mine is a statement asking for consideration, not a threat.
I’m puzzled that you did not see the two frying pans. The electric one is in the same cupboard as the coffee cups, the other with the saucepans.
I'm sorry that you did not call me on the free phone, as it is there for you to let us know about any problems, so that we can do the best we can to rectify them while you are with us.
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59 The Esplanade, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
Price range (per night):* 123 AUD - 226 AUD

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