10/10 Excellent
Kiah K.
Jan 2, 2024
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A very special lakeside retreat
Kiah K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Entire home
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41292 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- Hot tubHot tub
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
10:30 AM
Explore the area
Dromana, VIC
- Dromana Beach4 min drive
- Martha Cove9 min drive
- The Enchanted Adventure Garden9 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)72 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard
Awarded BEST SELF CONTAINED ACCOMMODATION IN VICTORIA- RACV Tourism Awards 2019.
Built completely over a vineyard lake, each of the three villas provide the ultimate in luxury and relaxation. Each villa is identical and provides an open plan living/dining and fully equipped kitchen with separate king bedroom (twin beds available on request). Practical needs are met with a walk in robe, full laundry and a huge bathroom with spa bath and underfloor heating. Quality Certified organic and Australian toiletries provided.
Relax on the north facing balcony overlooking the lake and feed the friendly resident ducks.
In winter, cozy up by the wood fire. Heating and cooling system in living room and bedroom.
Suitable for couples looking for a rural romantic escape or suits groups travelling together, but like their own space as you can book all three villas.
Wheelchair friendly as each villa has ramp access, roll in shower, grab handles in shower and toilet, hand held shower rose, etc.
Each villa sleeps up to 2 persons, however there is a pull out double sofa which can sleep an additional 2 persons if required (additional cost is $100). NB: 2 night minimum all weekends.
Inclusions-
A gourmet breakfast hamper is supplied for your first morning. Stays of 2 nights or longer receive a bottle of Crittenden Estate Geppetto NV Brut. You will also receive a complimentary wine tasting for 2 at the on-site wine centre.
On-site you can visit the Crittenden Wine Centre and taste Crittenden Estates Award winning wines. You may also choose to dine at the on-site restaurant- Stillwater (Bookings essential).
Built completely over a vineyard lake, each of the three villas provide the ultimate in luxury and relaxation. Each villa is identical and provides an open plan living/dining and fully equipped kitchen with separate king bedroom (twin beds available on request). Practical needs are met with a walk in robe, full laundry and a huge bathroom with spa bath and underfloor heating. Quality Certified organic and Australian toiletries provided.
Relax on the north facing balcony overlooking the lake and feed the friendly resident ducks.
In winter, cozy up by the wood fire. Heating and cooling system in living room and bedroom.
Suitable for couples looking for a rural romantic escape or suits groups travelling together, but like their own space as you can book all three villas.
Wheelchair friendly as each villa has ramp access, roll in shower, grab handles in shower and toilet, hand held shower rose, etc.
Each villa sleeps up to 2 persons, however there is a pull out double sofa which can sleep an additional 2 persons if required (additional cost is $100). NB: 2 night minimum all weekends.
Inclusions-
A gourmet breakfast hamper is supplied for your first morning. Stays of 2 nights or longer receive a bottle of Crittenden Estate Geppetto NV Brut. You will also receive a complimentary wine tasting for 2 at the on-site wine centre.
On-site you can visit the Crittenden Wine Centre and taste Crittenden Estates Award winning wines. You may also choose to dine at the on-site restaurant- Stillwater (Bookings essential).
Property manager
Linda Crittenden
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Massage
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Jetted bathtub
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Coin laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Front entrance ramp
- Grab bar in shower
- In-room roll-in shower
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
- Safe
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- Next to a golf course
- On a lake
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Farming classes on site
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 1 unit
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Composting
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Electric car charging station
- Farming classes
- Garden
- Grey water recycling system
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Unit size: 1,292 square feet
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian breakfast available
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water-efficient toilets
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Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Lakeside At Crittenden Estate
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Villa
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Melbourne
Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Villa Melbourne
151311
About the area
Melbourne
This villa is located in Dromana, a neighborhood in Melbourne, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park and Peninsula Studio Trail - Judy Reekie Studio are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Peninsula Hot Springs and Foxeys Hangout. Traveling with kids? Consider Marion Rosetzky Gallery and Redhill Recreation Reserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Dromana Beach - 4 min drive
- Port Phillip Estate - 6 min drive
- Martha Cove - 9 min drive
- The Enchanted Adventure Garden - 9 min drive
- Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park - 13 min drive
Getting around
- Melbourne Morroadoo Station - 15 min drive
- Avalon Airport (AVV) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
- Jetty Road Brewery - 3 min drive
- Provincia Food Store - 7 min drive
- MC Cafe & Store - 8 min drive
- Laneway Espresso - 5 min drive
- Miller's Bread Kitchen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Lakeside Villas at Crittenden Estate Vineyard located?
This family-friendly Melbourne villa is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Marion Rosetzky Gallery, Red Hill Community Market and Foxeys Hangout. Dromana Beach and Kangerong Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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