Melbourne Hotel Guide - Baluk Willam Nature Conservation Reserve hotels in Melbourne, Australia.

"Fantastic retreat, the Yurt is in a lovely location, hosts have thought of everything with real ease for arrival/check-in and using amenities during the stay."

"Magic views, central heating, gas and wood fires, spa bath all fabulous as it was cold, windy and raining"

"DANGEROUS HEALTH HAZARD: Parasite Risk, Filth, unpleasant. Stayed 3 times for work, but never again. This hotel is a severe health and safety nightmare. Health & Water: The water quality is appalling. After using the tap on my last day, I suffered a violent gastrointestinal reaction. The shower water is so harsh it "burnt" my skin barrier. The room provided a rusty, broken kettle, forcing me to use my own spring water until it ran out. Safety & Hygiene: Every stay involved cockroaches and thick dust. The environment feels unsafe; a window was smashed during my stay, and the clientele is often "shady." As a solo woman, I felt completely vulnerable. Management & Service: "Tegan" was dismissive and unpleasant. I requested a ground-floor room days in advance for a project involving heavy lifting from my van. Despite being the first to check in, I was ignored and given a top-floor room on the loudest side, while later arrivals, including a younger man in foot with a backpack - got ground-floor spots. This negligence & lack of compassion caused me severe physical strain and body damage. Environment: The property is trashed with cigarette butts. Staff sprayed weed killer directly behind me without warning; he wore a mask while I was forced to inhale fumes. Road noise is deafening 24/7. With no fly screens, you must choose between a room full of bugs or stifling aircon. Avoid at all costs. This is a genuine health risk and an out-of-pocket disaster. I will be taking further action."

"A great stay, lovely, comfortable, large home with lots of birds. We really enjoyed our day on Puffing Billy the local steam train and you can walk from the house."

"A wonderful cottage of antiques in a modernized space. It was lovely being in the woods hearing the birds first thing in the morning while enjoying a cup of coffee. Great trails in the area for hiking! The owner is responsive quickly to any needs!! Highly recommend for peace & quiet!!"

"Host was excellent, helpful and prompt communication, beautiful location and lovely accommodation.."

"The host/s were excellent at every step. The house was beautifully presented and well cared for/maintained. The view and landscape were relaxing; birds and nature walk across the road. Thank you.the only reason not 5-star was due to steep gravel driveway and the added difficulty in accessing - we managed; however do like to be organized as one of us had a newly replaced hip.."

"A gorgeous place to stay. We loved our time at Aquila and felt so relaxed and refreshed being there. The room was clean and cosy, especially with the fire on. The amenities were fantastic and the bottle of bubbly readily enjoyed! We both found the bed to be comfortable and had a real quality night's sleep. Couldn't fault it, thank you for having us! "

"Great view, beautiful home, all amenities in working order. We had a wonderful time. Thank you"