Set in Gembrook in the Victoria Region, Signal Box Short Stay overlooks the famous Puffing Billy steam train. It offers stunning views over the mountains. Free WiFi is available and street parking is available. The rooms are fitted with a Smart TV. Some units feature a seating area for your convenience. A balcony or patio are featured in certain rooms. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Emerald is 10 km from Signal Box Bed & Breakfast, while Healesville is 33 km from the property. Melbourne Airport is 69 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
High score for Gembrook
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Brian
    Australia Australia
    Excellent friendly host highly recommend to stay here
  • Brett
    Australia Australia
    great location nice garden and close to puffing billy and walking tracks.
  • Brad
    Australia Australia
    The garden view was gorgeous, the bed was comfy and the morning juice was delicious
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Cherie Forrester

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Cherie Forrester
Signal Box short stay is a unique rammed earth space with walls 300 mm thick and double glazed windows. The apartment is designed to give privacy, rest and recreation to couples. Two rooms with en-suite are available - Garden view and Puffing Billy view. One room has wood fire heating and expansive views over mountains and farmlands; the other has split system and overlooks landscaped garden. Signal Box ensures a stay very different from other B&B's. The all new Signal Box short stay is designed for couples who wish to celebrate a special event, or attend a function. The rooms have tea/coffee preparation and a fridge. A fruit bowl and snack is provided. but no cooking facilities. Quality breakfast places are available within walking distance; or 10 minutes drive. Electric vehicle charging for guests is available. The building is fully sustainable with solar PV and battery, own water supply and composting of food waste.
Gardening, yoga and bile riding are my interests. Sustainability and earth construction techniques are what I'm passionate about. I love to pick veggies from my own garden. I like to share the beautiful and sustainable property with guests as their enjoyment acts as a passive learning experience for most.
Puffing Billy steam train; amazing views over farms and mountains; wineries; forests; small towns with terrific food and just one hour from the sea. The Eastern Dandenong Ranges Trail now links Gembrook and Emerald. This is suited to walkers, bikes and wheelchairs. Buses run every hour so its easy to walk one way to Emerald Lake Park and come back by bus. With a little timing, walk / bus / Puffing Billy present options for an enjoyable day. Plan to travel home a different way. From Gembrook, Healesville, Warburton, Olinda, Bunyip, Cardinia, or Berwick present options. Gembrook really is a gem!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of SIGNAL BOX Short Stay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

SIGNAL BOX Short Stay takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 105. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash SIGNAL BOX Short Stay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform SIGNAL BOX Short Stay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about SIGNAL BOX Short Stay

  • Check-in at SIGNAL BOX Short Stay is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • SIGNAL BOX Short Stay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours

  • SIGNAL BOX Short Stay is 750 yards from the centre of Gembrook. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at SIGNAL BOX Short Stay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at SIGNAL BOX Short Stay include:

    • Apartment
    • Suite