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Bungunyah a historical property, comprises of premium 1, 2 & 3 bedroom fully self contained villa units located within 2 acres of beautiful gardens which is a haven for wildlife. Kookaburras, rosellas, possums and many birds enjoy the sanctuary that is offered within the confines of Bungunyah's grounds. Old gum and Oak trees adorn the property which is over 100 years old. Located at the gateway to the Yarra Valley, & the Dandenong Ranges yet still only 30 mins to Melbourne.
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Dutch
Location
211 Dorset Rd, Croydon, Maroondah, Victoria 3136 Australia
Bungunyah Apartments
137 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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We had 3 very comfortable and relaxing nights at Bungunyah. Henriette was a very friendly and accommodating host and this made our stay even more restful. Our 2 bedroom apartment was clean, spacious and very adequately furnished. The kitchen had all requirements for meal preparation and the laundry was well provisioned. Free wifi was appreciated as we needed on-line communications. The apartment is well situated in close proximity to Croydon. We will definitely return for 2 or 3 bedroom stays.
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Date of stay: May 2020
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 24 Aug 2020
Thank you for your excellent feedback. I am pleased that you found the Villas well equipped I will certainly let our staff know of your kind words as they do an amazing job of keeping the properties clean and tidy. Many of our guests do comment on the fact that we are well located and find that we have easy access to both the train and also freeway as well as Croydon central as you pointed out. Thank you again and we look forward to hearing from you in the future. Kind regards Henriette
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This is the second time I've stayed at Bungunyah apartments and I enjoyed the experience immensely. Henriette is a wonderful host, always immediately available should there be a problem or advice needed. The apartments are light, airy, modern and fully equipped for all occasions. I felt very comfortable staying there and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 10 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words and it was really wonderful to have you come and stay with us again. I am personally appreciative of the lovely things you mentioned also - thank you. We are so fortunate to have such fantastic guests stay with us repeatedly and we so look forward to you coming to stay again soon. I know we are well located to your family here in Melbourne and hope that you can make the trip from the UK again soon. In the mean time take care and all the best. Kind regards Henriette
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we were looking for a safe and secure property to enable our daughter to experience living independently as this is her goal. Henriette was outstanding in showing us through the various units and being flexible in our arrival and departure dates. The unit was immaculate and fully serviced. We found the appliances all worked well (internet did need re starting but that was not a major issue). We hope to return once the restrictions ease. Would recommend the units as they are very clean and well appointed and it is very quiet.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 24 Aug 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and to show you through the Villas so that you were able to choose which one suited your needs best. I am certainly looking forward to welcoming you back to Bungunyah Apartments in the coming months. In the meantime please take care and stay safe and healthy. Kind regards Henriette
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The apartments are spacious and exceptionally clean. They are well appointed with everything required. The gardens are beautiful and give a feeling of ‘ Home away from home’ The location is within easy reach of the delightful Croydon shopping village.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 7 June 2021
Thank you so much for posting a review as it means a great deal when someone like you - that stays several times a year - recommends us. We appreciate you also commenting on the gardens as Sean does a fabulous job and the gardens look great all year round and certainly add to the properties charm. I will let the cleaners know as well as they do a fabulous job too. Thank you again and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Kind regards Henriette
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This is our second stay here. It is quiet and comfortable. Everything is reassuring. There is a kitchen for cooking, and the kitchenware and tableware are complete. There is a washing machine, dryer and iron, as well as washing powder. The bed is very comfortable and the bedding is clean. There are closets and drawers for storage. When we have some needs, Sean and Henriette will respond promptly. It is about 5 minutes by car to reach the supermarket, which is convenient for buying food and daily necessities. We stayed here for another ten days because the hotel was fully booked and could not stay longer. Whether it is a short stay or a long-term rental, this is a very good choice.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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As a family we stayed during the 2019 Christmas period. Our Maasai Villa was easy to find with ample parking beside it. The villa was easy to get in and out of - important for when you are carrying lots of bags. A supply of initial essentials was a welcome and thoughtful addition we were not expecting.
The villa was spotless, tastefully decorated and easy to keep clean. The villa had the essentials needed to make it a low fuss break from home while visiting family in the Yarra Valley.
We will be back.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from bungunyah, Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 10 Jan 2020
It was a pleasure to have you staying with us during the festive season and I am so pleased to hear you will be back. Thank you for doing a review for us as I know how busy you are and I really appreciate your thoughts and that you have shared them with others. The Maasai is a great Villa and please let me know early if you are planning to come back this Christmas as we already have several bookings in place however it would be my pleasure to organise that for you. In the meantime take care and I hope you have a happy, healthy and safe year to come. Kind regards Henriette
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Our second stay at Bungunyah was equally enjoyable as the previous stay 5 months ago. The Margriet was very comfortable, with every amenity to ensure the 'home away from home' feeling. Henriette, a top manager and contact, is very helpful and courteous, and strives to ensure a memorable stay through her inputs. The property is beautifully located in the eastern suburbs, close to public transport and necessary shopping. We love this accommodation and hope to be able to avail ourselves of it again on another of our visits to Melbourne.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Be prepared to just relax and enjoy!
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 3 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words and such a wonderful review. We are so fortunate that we have wonderful people like yourselves coming to stay and I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us as well. I would also like to thank you for pointing out some of the reasons that people do keep coming back to Bungunyah and we are looking forward to seeing you soon on your next visit. Many thanks Henriette
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Undoubtedly one of the best destinations for family stays in the Melbourne area! As we traveled from France to attend a wedding, Bungunyah Apartments provided us with an exceptional two-week experience. The villas, each with its own private garden oasis, offered ample space and tranquility for our large family. The impeccable cleanliness was evident in every aspect of the accommodations. Throughout our stay, the staff maintained excellent communication, addressing our requests promptly and thoughtfully. We wholeheartedly commend the entire team at Bungunyah Apartments for creating such a memorable and comfortable home away from home. Thank you again!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 11 Jan 2024
We thank you so much for such an amazing and thoughtful review. It was our absolute pleasure to accommodate your family during this exciting time. We are so pleased that you found the Villas worked well and having multiple Villas close together no doubt enabled you to have lots of lovely family time. Thank you for booking it so far in advance and being so organised as that enabled us to do our job easily too! Any time you or any other members of your family would like to come back and stay please let me know as we will make sure they are well looked after. Again many thanks Henriette
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We went to bungunya as we were getting our house done we were their 11days the apartment was well set up and everything was there for you to use to cook with. Apartment is modern inside which was nice outdoor area to sit in lovely. Short walk to shopping centre with restaurants. I will be recommending this place to all my visitors from out of town. The lovely staff are their to help with anything else you may need Awsome place.
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Date of stay: June 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 24 Aug 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words. I am so pleased that you found everything to your liking and for recommending us to your out of town guests. We are very fortunate to have so many friends and family of long term clients that stay with us regularly as well now - it is really lovely to see. We hope that next time you are doing some renovations you can come and stay with us again and in the meantime take care. Kind regards Henriette
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I recommend Bungunyah apartments for your next short-term stay needs in the Croydon area. We stayed in the one-bedroom apartment. It was well set up and had all that is needed for a comfortable stay. The location gives easy access to Croydon and Mooroolbark areas.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Henriette Ashley-Cooper, General Manager at Bungunyah Apartments
Responded 11 June 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful rating and for doing this review Kirk. I am very pleased to hear we were well located for you and that you enjoyed your stay in our Margriet Villa. We very much look forward to you returning to stay with us and please contact me anytime to organise that for you. In the meantime take care and many thanks Henriette
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