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195 Dunse Track, Pennyroyal, Victoria 3235 Australia
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#1 of 2 cottages in Pennyroyal
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Nestled in the foothills of the Otway Ranges; A two hour drive from Melbourne and only 25 minutes from Lorne, King Parrot Cottages offer the perfect holiday retreat for couples, families and large groups. Six architect-designed, fully self-contained, one to four bedroom cottages can accommodate from one couple to 14 people. Each offers comfort, character and privacy. The lodge and hall has stunning views of the valley, all of our other cottages have beautiful native bush views. The 200 acre property fronts the Pennyroyal Valley creek and there are many bush walks along the creek or through our forest into the Otways National Park. It is a nature lover's paradise with many different types of parrots and other birds, including the wedge tailed eagle and our own mob of kangaroos. Enjoy a game of table tennis, in the games room, a swim in the pool, a workout in our small gym or grab a book from our leave a book take a book library, relax in a hammock and take a breath of fresh air. We have horses, donkeys and alpacas as well as our resident dog Frankie.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Wifi
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Game room
Hiking
Books, DVDs, music for children
Electric vehicle charging station
Car park
Outdoor pool
Saltwater pool
Fence around pool
Complimentary tea
Darts
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Children's playground
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Highchairs available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Conference facilities
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
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Air conditioning
Dining area
Fireplace
Private balcony
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Extra long beds
Bath / shower
Sofa
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Jodie W wrote a review Nov 2023
Guernsey, United Kingdom38 contributions11 helpful votes
The campsite is so remote you feel like you are alone with nature. We were lucky enough to have it to ourselves. The facilities are fantastic and the property is stunning. We will be back! (I nearly didn't write this review because we want to keep this paradise a secret).
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Room Tip: Make sure you have a 4x4 to get there. Torches are a must if you are camping, it darks dark down...
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Responded 3 weeks ago
Ha ha, thank you so much for posting a review for us Jodie! I am so happy to that felt like you were along with nature, it is such a special feeling :) We loo forward to seeing you again someday!
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Charlie wrote a review July 2022
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions2 helpful votes
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The cottage was perfect, a fire place, country style well stocked kitchen, comfortable bathrooms with lovely body wash, it was very clean and the welcome wine was a bonus we did not expect. The owners were very hospitable and lovely down to earth people. It was a truly lovely experience and the games room was so much fun playing table tennis, foosball table and so much more. We will be back Nicole thank you again for an amazing weekend getaway.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Nicole Dodson, Owner at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Responded 17 July 2022
Thank you Cjz123 for your amazing review! We are so happy to hear that you really enjoyed your stay with us. We agree that amazing trees are so refreshing for the soul, we love being able to offer people a place that they can connect with nature again. Thank you again for taking the time to review us it is really appreciated. We absolutely cannot wait to welcome you back! :)
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Kaz H wrote a review Oct 2023
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Cottages are well equipped and comfortable. The scenery and environment just lovely and relaxing. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. My kids loved the animals- we were lucky enough to bottle feed a lamb, and were taken out to feed the cows, horses & alpaca. The games room was also a hit. Only a half hour drive into Lorne for those wanting to see the coast. We loved our stay and highly recommend King Parrot Cottages.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Nicole Dodson, Owner at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Responded 10 Oct 2023
Hi Kaz, it was great to meet you all. The timing of Rissole was perfect, she was certainly a hit with the kids, love hearing that the games room was as well. We are so very lucky to have the scenery we do aren't we. Lorne only being a half an hour drive is perfect too - close enough to enjoy but far enough away from the hustle and bustle :) Thank you again for staying with us, hopefully we can welcome you back another time.
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Mark V wrote a review Sept 2023
London2 contributions
We camped at King Parrot for 3 nights with our family of five. The camping area is a large clearing surrounded by beautiful rainforest with tall trees. Our kids absolutely loved the games room and feeding the horses and donkeys, as well as the waterfall walk with stream crossings. We can't wait to come back!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Nicole Dodson, Owner at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Responded 29 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for leaving us a review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your camping experience, we think the campground is pretty special. We love knowing that the games room was a hit as well as the waterfall walk (our favourite walk)! Thank you for staying with us, hopefully we can welcome you back again someday :)
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HolidaySueHappy wrote a review June 2023
Brighton, Australia2 contributions18 helpful votes
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This beautiful property nestled in the Pennyroyal valley is truly the most wonderful place to stay. All the accomodation here is lovely with all the special touches you need on a forest escape. Summer is wonderful with a lovely pool to swim in overlooking a beautiful view - games room- Autumn is divine with sunny days and blue skies with cool and crisp mornings and often a lovely morning mist in the valley . Winter is great too with all the accommodations having heating a cosy wood fires it’s lovely to curl up and read . Spring is great and with the lovely walking tracks & if you have a four wheel drive head down to the camping area which is just lovely- almost like a secret place- the wildlife and birdsong and the magnificent sunset will amaze . I feel very fortunate to have found this piece of paradise over 10 years ago It really is my favourite place in my heart - Sue T
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Nicole Dodson, Owner at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Responded 17 June 2023
Hi Sue, Thank you so much for leaving us such a beautiful detailed review! Your thoughtfulness, feedback, support, appreciation and encouragement is deeply appreciated. We feel very lucky to have such amazing guests who stay with us annually, it makes our hearts so full being able to share the beauty of KP, the valley and forest with amazing people like yourself and your beautiful family!
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Donna B wrote a review May 2023
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions8 helpful votes
We are just back from our weekend away staying at the beautiful King Parrot Cottages and really wanted to write a review on this magnificent property. We have been travelling to King Parrot for almost 10 years for an annual family catch-up of approximately 14, aunties and cousins to relax, wine, dine, breathe in the beautiful fresh Otway air and take in the magnificent views across the Pennyroyal Valley. We have booked through three owners over the time we have visited and the current owners have made so many beautiful touches to make the stay and the property, just perfect. We have rebooked for next year and counting down the days already. We personally drive in and don't leave the property for our entire four days there, but we know that it is only about a 1/2 hour's drive to Lorne if we wanted. The horses, alpacas, and sheep (some of which are named after the matriarchs of the family) are just gorgeous to catch up with. There is a games room (think we made it there one year once) swimming pool and amazing walks around the property but our choice is to just sit, take in the views and relax catching up on our beautiful family's latest news. P.S This year we booked a masseuse to come to the property and six of us had lovely massages to make the trip even better. Also, if driving from Melbourne be sure to stop at the Moriac General Store for a coffee and snack before you drive into Bliss.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Responded 15 May 2023
Hi Donna, Thank you so very much for leaving us such a beautiful detailed review! We are just thrilled that you have continued your annual family catch ups with us at King Parrot. Meeting you all, hearing your wonderful stories, being able to join in the laughter and witness the family love and appreciation of the beautiful nature that we are surrounded by is what makes hosting at King Parrot so special. Knowing that you all can just sit and enjoy and not leave King Parrot makes my heart burst with happiness! We can't wait to welcome you all back again next year :)
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Christine and C... G wrote a review Dec 2022
Melbourne, Australia8 contributions6 helpful votes
My husband and his sister, their parents and our collective families - children and grandchildren (four generations) spent our Christmas weekend at King Parrot. We stayed in Mannagum with our children and granddaughters (a toddler and a newborn) and could not have been more comfortable. Other family members were nearby in their own cottages. All were comfortable and clean, and each had been given a small touch of Christmas with rustic decorations and complimentary Fruit Cake. A scrumptious jam, T2 teas and a nicely chilled Pinot Grigio were also provided for us to enjoy. Christmas Eve there was a very unexpected knock on the door where a polite young teen handed over a box of chocolates and wished us a Merry Christmas from King Parrot. Our cottage was big enough to accomodate all of our 'gang' on Christmas Day, with the kitchen having everything we needed for 18 people, we simply brought the food. Some sat outside at the large table on the spacious deck and others found a seat at the 10 seater dining table, or elsewhere indoors. Loads of room. It was a fabulous way to spend Christmas in the bush. The beautiful pool was a lovely escape from the heat and the Games Room provided much fun. The toddlers enjoyed the sand pit and toys, as well as petting the friendly donkeys. An abundance of birds kept us entertained whilst sitting on our deck, there truly is something for everyone. We would love to return in the cooler months, to experience the environment in a different season and sit in front of that wood fire. Hopefully we can coordinate our growing family and all gather at King Parrot again. Many thanks to the hosts, we appreciated every attentive detail.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Responded 1 Jan 2023
Wow, four generations making beautiful Christmas memories together is so special, we are humbled that you chose King Parrot Cottages to do this. Thank you so much Christine for this beautiful review. We are over the moon that you had a great Christmas here and that you enjoyed our cottage, property and noticed the little extras. Thank you too for the shout out of our son delivering the chocolates, he was nervous to do this, I will show him your review he will be stoked! Thank you for being the most amazing guests. We cannot wait to welcome you back :)
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Mrs Brown wrote a review Dec 2022
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Our growing family stayed in the mannagum house, sleeps 11. (3 kings, 5 singles) Cannot recommend this place enough, ever house, is big and beautiful, with personal views. No close neighbours. Love the king parrots, their favourite food was apples, which we hand feed them.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Responded 13 Dec 2022
Oh L9346VOnancyb, thank you so much for your review! We absolutely love having growing families come and stay with us, it was such a pleasure hosting you all! Mannagum deck is a glorious place to be :) We love the King Parrots too; they are so pretty and cheeky! Thanks again, hopefully we can welcome you all back again sometime. Kindest regards, Nicole
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Stephanie T wrote a review Oct 2022
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
I can highly recommend King Parrot Cottages if you are planning a yoga retreat! The nature around you is lush, the venue a beautiful designed & comfortable, great yoga shale where you can put up to 20 mats out, lots of activities around you can plan and..... AMAZING hosts! Nothing was too much I asked, prompt services & replies and Nicole & Maggie are absolute superstars! We will be back! Ps. Kitchen was recently renovated and our chef was absolutely happy with equipment!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded 28 Oct 2022
Thank you so much Stephanie! It was an absolute honour to host your yoga retreat at King Parrot. Our hearts are full knowing that you loved our venue and are really pleased that you liked our service, we really do try hard to assist wherever we can. We can't wait to welcome you back! :)
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Michael A wrote a review Oct 2022
Australia1 contribution
Great place, very clean, high quality accommodation. A rate property where you see attention to detail and provision of high quality tea (T2), coffee, local jam. High quality towels, comfortable bed. Property is easy to reach and right in the forest.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Nicole Dodson, Owner at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Responded 18 Oct 2022
Thank you Michael for taking the time to write a review and share with others your experience of King Parrot! We are so happy to hear that you appreciated attention to detail, we work really hard at this, it is wonderful to hear that it is getting noticed. It is our pleasure to host guests like yourself and your family. Thank you again for your 5-star rating. We hope to welcome you all back sometime!
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PRICE RANGE
USD 191 - USD 254 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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AustraliaVictoriaPennyroyal
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Frequently Asked Questions about King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
Which popular attractions are close to King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Nearby attractions include Erskine Falls (6.6 km), Cora Lynn Cascades Walk (7.7 km), and Blanket Leaf Picnic Area (8.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a fitness centre, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.