Reviews of Swan Lake Guest House 4 stars

Its clean and comfortable

The property is not having any option for outdoor fun like barbecue or bonfire. The property is only for stays inside the room or with some food and drinks options.

Bernadette, our host was a wonderful person and was very inviting

We loved sitting on the balcony of our room and watching the wallabies whilst enjoying the cool ocean breeze. The continental breakfast was sufficient, but it would've been nice to have some hot options ( bacon, eggs, pancakes )

The room was neat and clean but we could hear everything going on next door and in the room below us!!

What a beautiful Guest House, so comfortable and clean. The view from our room was amazing and we enjoyed sitting on our balcony having a few wines. The host Bernie was amazing, so friendly and helpful. We were also amazed at the complimentary breakfast that we enjoyed from a very large common area with a beautiful view. The best part was being so close to the Penguins and some stunning views of Bass Strait. We will be back and next time will stay a few nights.

Location was brilliant; within walking distance of the Penguin Parade. Plenty of space within the property

Fittings weren’t very cohesive. Door to en-suite bathroom stuck against the floor. Lighting was very harsh and not dimmable.

The location is the best on the island, and the accommodation, including the shared spaces, is full of charm. Bernadette goes above and beyond to engage with her guests and helped us explore the island with tips.

The location was within walking distance of the Penguin parade The host Bernadette was fabulous and couldn’t do enough for you The island had some of the best beaches

Absolutely nothing

The spacious room

Some spiders inside and out.

Very good 👍

Location

Same breakfast items for three mornings!

The location was brilliant, very close to the Penquin parade and Nobbies point. Bernadette was a wonderful hostess, very informative and helpful. The breakfast was delicious and all very fresh.

Bernadette was an excellent host. The breakfast was great. The room was perfect and very clean. Bernadette even went out to buy me Almond milk to have.

Unfortunately, the mattress was a bit hard for me.

The host, Bernadette, was very welcoming and attentive and took an interest in her guests . The dining area is spacious and the breakfast more than ample . The rooms and guest areas are new and clean . The bathroom and bedroom is also spacious .

Nothing really

Location very peaceful. Very nice accommodation and comfortable with a decent breakfast. Less than 2mins from the penguin parade but essential to book in advance as full.

Nothing - very minor observation would have been nice to have decafe coffee and tea available in main lounge area

The host had a really lovely genuine personality. It's in a great quiet spot close to cowes. The bed and pillows were comfortable and linen was warm. Good sized room and clean.

Many restricted areas, which in one case I understand as it is their home and the hosts live on site, however we almost felt in a cage as really we only had privacy in our room and didn't feel comfortable going anywhere else on the property. It was weird having other guests in beside rooms and had to always be cautious we don't talk too loud to bother others. The price you pay is the same price you would pay at a hotel for a night so in that sense it is expensive. The host was strict and basically told my child off for lying on the couch which is meant to be for public relaxation and looked very grumpy that the bell at reception was touched even though its appealing to children and was touched once. I expected more variety for breakfast such as eggs and bacon. However the breakfast was fresh and the jam selections were delicious. Overall I wouldn't stay again as I didn't feel comfortable, I felt very restricted and couldn't relax. We were also told to respect others staying and not make a lot of noise, yet our neighbours were talking loudly till 2:30am in the room next to us and we had to wake up early as the host wanted to serve early breakfast. We felt constantly watched in the dining/lounge and didn't even feel comfortable sitting on the couch as our moves were watched all the time. I also felt bad telling my child to not do this and don't touch that as the host constantly kept looking at him and he wasn't even being disrespectful. I saw him sitting in a corner sad while waiting for me at reception because he felt he just kept getting told off for everything and I didn't like that at all. The host also talked a lot and it was difficult to keep my child still and I didn't like the feeling making my child feel like a bother when he was trying to just move around as he was bored but didn't touch anything either.

In addition to the excellent location and surroundings, the hospitality of the guesthouse was truly outstanding. It is a place I would love to visit again.

Greatplace, great people

Everything was wonderful, the place, the house, the room, the breakfast, and especially Benedette, who was so charming. You feel when a place is built with love and that place is actually done. Thanks for sharing such a nice place! My expectations were high but it was better than imagined!

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