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Reviews of Blue Gum Cottage on Bay

18 Kallaroo Road, 2251 Bensville, Australia

#1 of 1 hotels in Bensville

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 84 B&B reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly hosts. Beautiful location. Plenty of space in the house.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Filled with charm of an old English-style cottage and personal touches - this place is a must stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    I thoroughly enjoyed that this stay was more than just a place to sleep—it was a complete experience. It was my first time at a genuine bed and breakfast, and it was truly exceptional. The cottage brimmed with charm, adorned in an old English style that I adore. Denise's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout, such as her thoughtful touch of covering the ceramic milk jar with fabric to keep it fresh and background jazz music playing as you enjoy the delicious continental breakfast. A real bonus was waking up in the morning, as I draw the curtains to see their dog Jesse and cat Louie basking outside in the sun and peering back at me with their innocent eyes. And the night before I also got the chance to see the beautiful sunset descending into the water. The conversations I had with Denise and Peter was also a highlight, hearing about their travels and how they built this cottage with their bare hands 26 years ago. I am deeply inspired by them and to me they exemplify a life that is well-lived. Definitely coming back here again for another stay in the near future!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The personal attention to level of care was wonderful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    It was a lovely stay and the host were absolutely amazing and we felt very very comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was amazing and the host did a very special set up with all old-fashioned crockery which is just beautiful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    Perfect location for a family event. We were disappointed that we couldn't stay longer to explore.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a nothing we didn't like about our accommodation.

    Location! This was a very tranquil setting with a beautiful view of the lake.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Gracious hosts, pretty location with an abundance of birdlife.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bedroom was very small and our suitcase did not fit on the stand provided. We prefer a Queen-sized bed.

    This B&B is in a very pretty location with an abundance of birdlife. Denise & Peter are gracious and friendly hosts. The breakfast served was delicious with a good variety. The B&B is a 10 minute drive to the Bouddi National Park and gorgeous coastal walks in the area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    We were welcolmed from the very beginning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Great property, great hosts. It was like staying with friends.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Denis and Peter were very hospitable and obliging Preparing an very early breakfast and dropping us off to our car which we parked elsewhere after a wedding

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Hosts and accommodations were lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very accommodating to late arrival. Denise and Peter are wonderful hosts. We even shared some common interests, conversation was easy.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2024

    10
    A delightful stay in a “home” away from home!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our accommodation was lovely, breakfasts were delicious and the hosts Peter and Denise were wonderful! They went the extra mile !

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Beautiful bayside bnb with a homie feel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was lovely and the hospitality was even better! We were given a continental and a hot breakfast while overlooking the bay.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners were so welcoming. The room and cottage was beautiful. Breakfast was awesome 👍. Thankyou we loved our short stay. Would have loved to stay longer.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    Lovely Cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing we didn't like.

    Such a beautiful little cosy cottage. Denise and Peter were very welcoming and accommodating. Our stay was lovely and the breakfast with a view was amazing. The location was close to beaches and dining. We highly recommend staying here.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    Beautiful setting

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Extremely well presented and comfortable, lovely people, lovely meal.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    10
    Welcoming and hospitable, we were treated like family and the hosts went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing , it was perfect

    Beautiful, peaceful and homely .

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    Puting the other "B" back in BNB.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a gripe, just a warning that Bluegum cottage is a family home. You have self contained bedroom,, bathroom section and then you occupy the the upper level of the house,while the hosts vacate to downstairs to give you privacy. I am not sure it is absolutely clear from the website, and you may be expecting a self contained cottage. For our purposes it was actually lovely to have contact with the hosts and benefit from their hospitality in a way that reminded me of the BNB's of old in England and France. But if you are looking for absolute seclusion and privacy it may not be for you.

    Lovely comfortable BNB in the true old fashioned way. Amazing and elegant cooked breakfast provided with all the trimmings, in a sunlit room overlooking the water. And a warm and comfy bed. Denise even put out cocktail glasses and prepared ice so my sister and I could mix a cocktail to watch the Matilda's game.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2023

    10
    very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    coziness

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    10
    A Gem on the NSW Central Coast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing wrong or anything to complain about at the Blue Gum Cottage.

    Peter and Denise were wonderful, friendly hosts.Their home has magnicent views and has a lovely deck were we enjoyed sitting and enjoying the birds, trees and the view of the bay. The cooked full breakfast provided every morning was out of this world. The table was beautifully set and we were served on beautiful fine china. I would recommend this B and B to anyone.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    10
    beautiful setting watching sunset on back deck . Delicious breakfast with a lot of effort for our enjoyment.
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    beautiful cottage in a very pretty setting

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was fabulous.

    Denise & Peter were very welcoming into their beautiful home!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    10
    We enjoyed this charming cozy location with wonderful hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That our trip was so short! Honestly, our expectations were exceeded by the trip and there was nothing to fault

    Peter and Denise were excellent hosts who took great care of us and were welcoming and courteous. The property had so much character and charm, and the breakfast was delicious. The room was comfortable and the Bathroom was large and clean. The outdoor deck showcased beautiful lake views and the pool looked very inviting (next time we will pack our bathers!) Additionally, I left my eye mask and the property and without prompting they found it and returned it to me via post. This is the kind of above and beyond service that Peter and Denise seem to pride themselves of giving. We hope to return soon!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was incredible. Denise and Peter are amazing hosts . So welcoming!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing , everything was great!

    Breakfast was amazing ! So we’ll cooked . Choice of breakfast was great . Served at a table with lovely fine bone china

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. Nothing to dislike.

    Breakfast was absolutely delicious. Very warm and friendly hosts. Will definitely be back.

    Stayed in November 2022

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