Title: Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2261&destination=Melbourne%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=48893623&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax Travelers find peace in this natural retreat, with birdsong by day and soothing ocean waves by night. ## Photo gallery for Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax ![Terrace/patio - Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax (Blairgowrie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48900000/48893700/48893623/11b091ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle - Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax (Blairgowrie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48900000/48893700/48893623/b5fe4eb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax (Blairgowrie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48900000/48893700/48893623/0f56215a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax (Blairgowrie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48900000/48893700/48893623/8bf72675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax (Blairgowrie)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48900000/48893700/48893623/79d2a843.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blairgowrie's tranquil escape offers simplicity and serenity. Guests relax on the covered deck with a kitchenette and alfresco area, or soak in the spa bath. The Weber BBQ and Nespresso coffee machine enhance outdoor living, with native birds by day and ocean surf by night. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=48893623&PinnedHotelID=48893623&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ## You may also like Ad ![River Penthouse Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/108000000/107390000/107387400/107387337/a1c7ae8d_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### 1 Hotel Melbourne Docklands - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Simplicity-Serenity-Charming-Retreat.h48893623.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Simplicity-Serenity-Charming-Retreat.h48893623.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, this guesthouse is in Blairgowrie, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Peninsula Hot Springs and Mornington Peninsula National Park, while Manyung Gallery at Sorrento and Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries are cultural highlights. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Guest houses in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Guest-Houses.d178283-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.36965%2C144.77917&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UOsVYbQrGydQf5FNiLMtUVaz9Wo=) Blairgowrie, VIC ### Getting around - Drysdale Station 71 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) 113 min drive ### Restaurants - Peninsula Pantry 5 min drive - Blue Fin Sushi Bar 16 min walk - St Paul's Road General Store 4 min drive - Sea Store Beach Cafe 6 min drive - The Rye Hotel 5 min drive ## About this property ### Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax Guest house located in Blairgowrie Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax provides a garden and more. Adventurous travellers may like the boating at this guest house. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Beach towels, smoke-free property and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. 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Available in some public areas: WiFi ### Things to do - Boat ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach towels - Garden ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Please understand you a booking a privately owned holiday home. Our role is to ensure you have a great stay, whilst also safeguarding our client&rsquo By proceeding with your booking, you are bound by the following Terms & Conditions. Failure to comply may result in charges against your security HOUSE RULES - All guests (excluding children) must be over 25 years of age, unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to request Photo ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed No events are allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: No events are allowed Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as UEV8284V14 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax? ### What time is check-in at Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax? ### What time is check-out at Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax? ### Where is Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Simplicity & Serenity - Charming Retreat, no Govt Tax Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 21 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely family getaway Spacious bedrooms and great outdoor area. ##### John K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The OVER 70's Very comfortable and lovely back deck.Only concern from an elderly point of view is that it is very hard to get into the spa to be able to shower. Needs at least one safe holding rail. ##### Michael M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony K. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xmas stay 2023 Nice and private even though sited at the rear of main property. Very well equipped and very clean, tidy and nicely furnished. Great outdoor deck with cooking facilities. We spent most of our time with nearby family. Good location but you will need a car to access beaches and shops. Thank you for having us to stay. ##### Tony K. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 2 Sept 2024 #### Lovely family getaway Spacious bedrooms and great outdoor area. ##### John K. From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaymee 11 Mar 2024 #### Thanks, it was a lovely place and looking forward to staying there again. Great location, very close to rock pools. The rooms were super comfortable and everything was very neat and clean. ##### Jaymee Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yefim Z. 26 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place Nice to stay for relaxing ##### Yefim Z. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alistair 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Spotlessly clean, comfy and warm. Perfect for a little family get away. ##### Alistair Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### DEBRA C. 18 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Stay getaway Lovely, the property was exactly as described. Nice hosts, Very enjoyable stay would recommend it to anyone looking for a short getaway ##### DEBRA C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyson 8 Nov 2023 #### Two out of Two wonderful stays with Bookabreak - thank you! A beautiful stay well worth it. Nice quiet and relaxing. Thank you for having us ##### Tyson Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudie V. 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sept long weekend I did already post a review but wil say again we absolutely loved our stay and will recommend it to anyone ##### Trudie V. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate A. 9 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Nice and quiet and tidy ##### Kate A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020 From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 12 Aug 2024 #### Thanks for a lovely weekend Good location not too far from the strip of shops in Blairgowrie. Communication was clear and frequent. Beds comfy and bathroom clean and tidy. We stayed in winter so couldn't make full use of the outdoor area but would imagine this would be perfect for a summer weekend away ##### Tim From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony 28 Dec 2023 #### Thank you for a wonderful stay Nice and private even though sited at the rear of main property. Very well equipped and very clean, tidy and nicely furnished. Great outdoor deck with cooking facilities. We spent most of our time with nearby family. Good location but you will need a car to access beaches and shops. Thank you for having us to stay. ##### Tony From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pieter &. 28 Sept 2024 #### Sept long weekend This stay was phenomenal, we absolutely loved it. I see in some of the reviews some complained about the kitchen area being outside, or the WIFI etc the fact that you go away to another place means you want to get away from day to day living stuff for us it did not matter if the kitchen area is outside, it reminded us of when we went camping when we were still living in South Africa :) and the WIFI didn't bother us in the least we just gave our phones to our little one to watch Netflix in the evenings. I will suggest this place to everyone I know, it is big enough, cozy and near the beach and shops... STUNNING STUNNING STUNNING!!!!!! ##### Pieter &. Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### HARRY W. 17 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### No kitchen or wifi and difficult shower. No indoor cooking or eating facilities. This lack of kitchen dominated our stay. Having to go outside to make coffee in the morning was inconvenient and cold. No wifi was also a surprise. Shower was very difficult to get in and out of. All else was good. ##### HARRY W. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya A. 3 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simplicity & Serenity Very peaceful, lovely gardens, very well decorated, nice facilities & nice hosts. ##### Tanya A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Annette 28 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The outside patio area was lovely and relaxing and is where we spent most of the time when were at the property. The outside gas heater provided made it a really cosy way to spend the evening. The beds and furniture were really comfortable. Very quiet area. It is a great place to stay. ##### Annette Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex A. 25 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place, Clean and great communication Lovely place, nice outdoor decking environment, great communication and smooth booking process. I did not notice it is attached to the landlord's place and separated by a glass door, but they were nice people. Also, read it on the reviews that there is no cooktop and only the BBQ outside which was pretty handy. Overall great experience and highly recommend for a family or small group. ##### Alex A. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris N. 23 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place, great owners Great little place, great owners ##### Chris N. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyn M. 21 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Very nice apartment with beautiful outdoor area and kitchenette. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. ##### Lyn M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Therese S. 25 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Lovely location Everything was lovely and clean and great location. The only thing that did not meet expectations was there was no indoor kitchen. Under amenities both kitchen and kitchenette were listed, however there was only a BBQ, Toaster, fridge and microwave with no real cooking facilities, hot plates or oven. ##### Therese S. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissy L. 22 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Stay Highly enjoyed our stay utilising the beautiful back yard. We met local dog ‘Kim’ who visited us every morning and made our day. ##### Chrissy L. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cecilia G. 21 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! Beautiful guesthouse, which has a comfy bed and set up, amazing spa bath and the garden is stunning. Hosts were fantastic ##### Cecilia G. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kim S. 22 Jul 2025 ##### Kim S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam B. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Pam B. 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