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Reviews of Stony Creek Cottages

4 out of 5
Stony Creek Cottages
1193 Mornington-Flinders Road, Main Ridge, VIC

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Lou on 4 Jan 2024
Thank you Clarissa, so pleased you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The perfect spot
We were lunching next door at Tedesca Osteria and knew we wouldn't want to drive anywhere after lunch. Stony Creek Cottages are literally next door to the restaurant - a 1 minute walk. Louise could not have been more helpful or accommodating, ringing in advance to ask about our breakfast requirements, coming round to turn on the heating and showing us around to cottage. The cottage is extremely comfortable with good heating, excellent amenities, and very quiet at night. It was absolute perfection.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Lou on 23 Jul 2023
Thank you Irene, we loved meeting and accommodating you. So pleased you enjoyed your stay and Hinterland region experience.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely. Donkeys were a bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Lou on 22 Mar 2023
Thank you Holly, so pleased you enjoyed your stay( and my little Donkeys).Really appreciate your kind review.

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, with a secluded sun porch and friendly owners and donkeys. Warm welcome with chocolates, ice creams, food and a gin & tonic waiting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Lou on 8 Jan 2023
Thank you Debra, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Do hope the Dolphin trip was exciting and the water calm.Lovely to meet you & Izzy.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very welcoming and the place is very homely. Wish we were staying longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Response from Lou on 11 Dec 2022
Thank you for your kind review, was lovely to meet you both and so pleased you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Aldo, Moonee Ponds

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional host took the time to ask and investigate about us and our likes and dislikes. We were then spoilt with an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Lou on 14 Nov 2022
Thank you, so pleased you enjoyed your stay, such a joy to meet you both.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely little cottage in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from L on 17 Dec 2021
Thank you Courtney Lovely to have met you, wishing you a very Happy Christmas.

10/10 Excellent

James, Kyneton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very friendly owners, provided great help and beautiful food, very willing to offer any assistance we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Fantastic hospitality and passion for the area from the host, ice creams in the freezer, donkeys in the barn, hot croissants in the morning what’s not to love? Probably one of the best places I have stayed so far
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Response from Louise on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you Owen, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Was a joy to meet you both. Best regards a Louise & Rob

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

S.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was pleasant to stay and the valley views were amazing. The downside was the bed and the mattress was very hard and very uncomfortable to sleep in. My partner had a back pain after sleeping on that bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from Louise on 14 Jun 2019
Thank you for response. So pleased you enjoyed our property. Regarding the bed, it is very tricky to get a bed to suit all guests, so sorry you had back pain. We have previously not received a comment about the bed comfort. Thank you for taking the time to let us know. Have decided to replace bed in response to this event, as we pride ourselves on providing comfortable clean and enjoyable accommodation. Brand new bed in place and do hope we may see you again. Apologies your experience was not 5/5 hope we get it right for you next time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host private setting great fireplace. Spa, breakfast all tops
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautifully located, well maintained and the host had organised the gas fire to be on for arrival. The fridge was filled with lovely breakfast goodies and there was even ice creams in the freezer. As a bonus we had 2 cute donkeys to feed carrots to at the rear of the cottage. My only suggestion would be a Laundry basket in the bathroom for used towels....everything else was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot with a great host! Very cosy and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Louise on 24 Apr 2019
Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners of the property were more than accommodating and friendly. They greeted us on arrival and delivered warm fresh croissants to our door the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful country stay
Quite, warm and welcoming. Fantastic provided breakfast that you cook yourself. Clean and well presented facilities. A lovely little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely views. Nice host. Cute donkeys. Would happily stay here again. Louise was lovely. Close to Petit Tracteur.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin, Elwood, VIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful apartment
Highly recommend! Great amenities, well kept apartment, comfy bed. We will be back for a stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Response from Louise on 25 Apr 2018
Thank you Erin, it was a joy to meet you both.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing cottage!
The cottage was super cozy and Louise made sure everything was provided for us, even if we didn't know we needed It! All cookware provided and a fridge stocked with fresh local ingredients to cook breakfast made mornings wonderful. She went above and beyond to personally come chat upon our arrival and not only made an amazing restaurant reco for us, but took the liberty of making the reservation herself. Although I live in NYC I can assure you that next trip to Australia I will be spending a few more days at the Peninsula, and staying in this cottage. What a wonderful weekend!
Response from Lou on 25 Apr 2018
Thank you ...look forward to seeing you again!

10/10 Excellent

Cherrie, Shepparton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location
A beautiful location, wonderful and accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Fil, Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cottage in a fantastic location
We were welcomed with a roaring fireplace and a friendly tour of the cottage. The location was fantastic and handy to everything in Red Hill. Also the included breakfast was enough to feed us for our entire stay and even had special dietary requirements covered. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Steven, R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended.
Lovely place, facilities and amenities. Close to several wineries and restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Mornington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tranquil getaway tjat tick's all the boxes!
My partner and I could not have been more happy with our stay. The owners were super friendly and even called the day before to ask what we wanted for breakfast. Highly recommended!

8/10 Good

Natalie, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfortable stay
We found the location quiet and relaxing and the room very comfortable. The cottage had a nice firm bed and, despite not being air conditioned, was very comfortable on a hot night due to being solid brick and having large fans to keep it cool. Louise was very friendly and accommodating, and breakfast was plentiful. Lovely break!

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Picture perfect
We absolutely loved our stay at stoney creek cottages! The owners are amazing and super friendly, the location is just beautiful and so peaceful. It is the ideal location for a getaway! The scenery is to die for. Our room was perfect, we had everything we needed and more! Just a short drive to restaurants, beaches, and shops. Defiantly found a little treasure and we will be back for sure!

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing cottage retreat
Wonderful self contained cottages with everything at hand that you could possibly want for a relaxing stay. Louise was an excellent hostess and the breakfast supplies were delicious and generous in quantity. The fire place created a cosy ambience.

10/10 Excellent

Cam, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely B & B in the middle of Red Hill wine
The stay was very pleasant. Situated in the middle of the wine and food district. Proprietor Louise is very welcoming and a delight to deal with. Top marks. Wineries and food walking distance, and short drive to Red Hill itself.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couple's weekend away
We loved the views from our room, also the resident pony & alpaca. Facilities great. Plenty of information about wineries, food, bewery, sightseeing etc. Our hosts (Louise) was super friendly, and was keen to make us fee at home, which we did!
Response from Lou on 15 Sept 2016
So pleased you enjoyed your stay, it was a joy to meet you both...Best regards Louise

10/10 Excellent

Judy, melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy cottage close to everywhere
Even though we arrived late in the evening we were greeted by Louise whose enthusiasm & love for the area was infectious. A vibrant lady full of local knowledge. The cottages are at the rear of the property with a magnificent view across the valley. If you're lucky you'll be greeted by the friendly alpaca early in the morning as you enjoy the beautiful sunrise. The cottages are warm & cosy & well stocked with toiletries, including bathrobes & rugs & pillows. The fridge was well stocked with local produce for our yummy breakfast in the mornings. Just across the road in one direction was a great French restaurant, in the other direction was an olive grove & cafe & next door was a gallery also with a cafe. It is less than 5 minutes drive to the centre of Red Hill & within 20 minutes of the beautiful beaches of Flinders, Merrick & Somers. In between these areas there's an incredible amount of wineries, cafes, produce stores & galleries to visit. Do yourself a favour &'stay for at least 2 nights to give yourself plenty of time to explore.
Response from Lou on 12 Sept 2016
Thanks Judy..only discovered this review tonight!.... you are very kind... it was such a joy to meet you and hope our paths cross again. Very best regards... Louise

10/10 Excellent

Macca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very peaceful and relaxing.
Lovely host and a very pleasant place to stay. Great breakfast.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and comfortable. Not serviced which isn't made clear.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location. Right in the middle of the wineries
The cottage was very nice. The wood fire is excellent and Louise and Rob (the hosts) are very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. I would stay there again and would definately recomend Stony Creek Cottages.

8/10 Good

Barbara, Yarraville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Picturesque location
The cottage was very comfortable with great amenities. A beautiful outlook from the bedroom. The location was close to wineries and restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

jayden, Australia - NT - Darwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Affordable; Cleanliness: Immaculate; information provided on the surrounding area is extensive and very helpful. Definately enhanced or stay.

10/10 Excellent

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

sarah, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Moderate; Service: Remarkable, Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless, Immaculate; great restaurants nearby

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Above average, Limited breakfast but ok.; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Pristine; Would return to this lovely place.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicest people we have ever met and have the most relaxing weekend. So cosy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless, Gleaming; Perfect couple's getaway; nice and quiet. But also so close to the beach and other touristy spots.

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Flawless; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the excellent Red Hill wineries.

10/10 Excellent

Carly, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Our host was lovely and we loved the peacefulness of the place.

10/10 Excellent

Sharinne, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Faith, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some of the highlights include the cosy gas fire, cheese and crackers plus choccies to nibble on, delicious continental breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Fiona, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it and will go back in 2013. Owners were very friendly!