Lady Barron, TAS, Australia
Cooma House by Ready Set Stay
Flinders Island Gourmet Retreat at Cooma House was the artist John Parish's abode. It has been renovated with a newly built guesthouse wing attached. This comprises five double rooms, one of which is all-access; there’s a bunk room, two guest sitting rooms and a common dining room at the Premier’s Table. The owner (Wendy) will be on site to provide complimentary two-course breakfasts and a range of enticing experiences, such as cooking classes and curated packages to include delightful meals.
Good to know
This unique complex sleeps up to 15 guests and has six newly built bespoke rooms, each with en-suites. All of these bedrooms have either a queen or king-size bed, and one bedroom with bunk beds. Each room is private, snug, and comfortable, has its own smart TV served by satellite, and each bedroom has its own bright and private en-suite. Feel like some quiet time? Enjoy our little reading nook, browse our library and sit in a chair with a Nespresso coffee. We also have two small meeting spaces inside that are available for guests - outside, use the verandah or the courtyard or just go to the beach down the drive. The property is on the doorstep of the National Park, the nearest beach amongst many is just down the road. Guests are treated to organic produce from the garden. Breakfast is included, and other meals can be arranged separately at an additional charge. Cooking schools are offered by arrangement. The host arranges room cleaning and beds made up every day. There are opportunities to book scenic flights, golf, charter fishing, bushwalking or history, and other island tours. If you want a short distance break that is 6 degrees warmer than Melbourne in winter, then come along and visit Flinders Island. Guests are looked after in Wendy's guest house. It is the perfect opportunity for large groups to have quality time together at Cooma House. The house is on 4.5ha. The house can be used for relaxation-style or adventure walking holidays, historical tours, fishing, photography, painting, and writing; loud parties are prohibited.
House Rules
Strictly no schoolies, parties or events. Mature guests only. Bookings can only be confirmed once the verification process has been completed. Read and accept our terms and conditions. All guests must abide by the terms and conditions below: TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. ACCEPTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY Payment of the deposit constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. 2. CHECK-IN / OUT Check-in time is dependent on the arrival of your flight. Once you arrive at the airport and pick up your hire car you are welcome to go straight to Cooma House and check-in regardless of the time. The owner will be at the home to welcome you. Check-out time is 9 am after breakfast. 3. SECURITY BOND A bond payment of $1,000 is allocated to the booking. Any damage, loss, or expense incurred by management as a result of breaching these terms and conditions will be charged against the bond. Examples of this include but are not limited to are any breakage, damage or excess cleaning requirements, extra guests beyond those declared, complaints made against you, etc. 4. PETS Pets are not allowed on the property. 5. LINEN AND TOWELS Guests are supplied with fresh linen and towels. Lost or damaged hired linen/towels may incur costs. Ready Set Stay will assume no linen or towel sets are requested for hire unless advised. For linen or towel hires, advise Ready Set Stay asap as delivery charges may be charged for late notice requests. 6. PROBLEMS OR COMPLAINTS If a complaint is raised, guests will be contacted on the phone number provided on the booking request, please ensure this number is correct Any complaint, which cannot be resolved locally, must be notified in writing to management prior to departure from the property. 7. MEALS Daily breakfast is included in the rate, for up to 15 guests. Lunch and Dinner can be purchased at an additional cost. Indicative prices are: Non-residential guests visiting Cooma House for morning and afternoon teas are $25.00 per person for groups of up to 20 guests and include a tour of the kitchen garden. Duration of visit 1 hour. Lunch from $20.00 per person – can be packed in tiffins for residential guest’s hiking or picnic as required. Dinner, three courses from $80.00 per person served at the Cooma House Premier’s dining table. Choice of Australian local and regional wines provided by the glass or the bottle (no BYO). When booking meals in advance, payment is required prior to arrival. 8. TRAVEL INSURANCE We recommend all guests purchase travel insurance since management is not responsible for any injuries, illness, accidents, or incidents that may occur while staying at our property. We also recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover you for any other incidents that could prevent you from coming to stay at the accommodation. 9. YOUR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES You must comply with all applicable house rules for the property concerning occupancy, property, health, safety, and quiet enjoyment of the property and our neighbours. You are responsible for damage, breakages, theft, and loss of the property and during your stay. You must notify us of this immediately. Only the guests agreed to in the booking may stay in the property overnight. If more guests stay than the agreed number, all guests may be terminated without a refund. All furniture and furnishings must be left in the position they were in when you arrived. The property should be vacated on time and secured. Smoking is not permitted in the house. The kitchen is not available for guest use. Your host and chef will provide snacks and meals at your request. The commercial kitchen has been designed for cooking schools. It has a separate pantry, crockery room, and an amenities room at the scullery end. The lounge and dining areas are part of this open plan design – an inclusive space where the Premier’s dining table, Australian cedar and made in the 1850s, serves for food – and discussion - and the lounge room is for lounging in or gazing out and sometimes a sing-a-long. The water supply is potable and is from rainwater held in tanks that have an in-line UV treatment to the house. In the event of an emergency, the gathering place is signposted at the car park. The septic means we can only put what we eat plus the paper provided, into the system. There are separate toilet rooms for each ensuite where bins are used for non-edible items. Thank you for abiding by the terms and conditions. Enjoy your stay at Cooma House, it truly is a great home.
Other Details to Note
This lovely home offers the following: Breakfast included Meeting room Library Ensuite in each bedroom Daily cleaning WIFI Smart TVs Washing machine facilities on site Books Study desk and chair Great views Outdoor entertaining area HEATING/COOLING Heating and cooling throughout
What this place offers
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Hot Water
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Hot Water
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
Heating and cooling
- Indoor fireplace
Home safety
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- First aid kit
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- BBQ grill
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Breakfast Breakfast is provided
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
The neighbourhood is safe and family friendly. There is a guest guidebook at the home with recommendations on what to do in the area, this gives dining options and local attraction suggestions. If you would like a copy of this prior to your stay, please let us know and send us your email address. If you need any advice, we are happy to assist.
Guest Access
This home sleeps 15 guests across 6 bedrooms. The Parkavee Room Sleeps 2 guests 1x Queen bed The Emily Room Sleeps 2 guests 1x Queen bed The Wombat Badger Bunk Room Sleeps 5 guests 2x Single bunk beds (please note you can sit up in this bunk bed) 1x Single bed The Topaz Room Sleeps 2 guests 1x Super King bed The Moonbird Room Sleeps 2 guests 1x Super King bed The Smokey Quartz Room Sleeps 2 guests 1x Super King bed All linens and towels will be included for your convenience. Lost or damaged hired linen/towels may incur costs. Ready Set Stay will assume no linen or towel sets are requested for hire unless advised. For linen or towel hires, advise Ready Set Stay ASAP, as delivery charges may be charged for late notice requests.
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