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Reviews of Willowlake Cottages 4 stars

16 Willowlake Drive, Piries, 3723 Howqua, Australia

#1 of 3 hotels in Howqua

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 169 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    10
    Great short getaway, great lakefront view, quiet and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No milk provided, sofa cover was dirty

    Lake front views, quiet and peaceful. Amenities in the room, fireplace

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet's bi-fold door. Access to the cabin is via a ramp from the car park. The steel chair in the verandah is uncomfortable.

    The View was spectacular. Clean. Your own fireplace in the lounge room. The kitchen is well equipped.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location for a relaxing by a lake!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I think the property is currently undergoing renovations so there was a bit of rubbish and so on around the property and some of the furniture was a little tired. Nothing major but a little cleanup wouldn't go astray.

    Beautiful and peaceful location on the lake. Was an amazing spot to relax and we were even able to go for a swim when the sun was out. Very close to Mansfield too which made it easy to get food. Cabin was nice and cosy and didn't feel too small.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    10
    Wonderful weekend in a very special location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Starting to look a teenie bit tired and a few cobwebs around which didn’t bother us personally which is why we have still rated the property as 10.

    Idyllic location, cute cabins offering everything you could possibly want. Very comfy bed and good shower. BBQ on the deck, microwave and 2 x hot plates with pits and pans etc. Everything has been thought of. Beautiful bird life and incredible views of the lake and hills beyond.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2023

    8.0
    Awsome location, loved feeding the local birds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Was not informed that the power was going to be cut for most of one of the days, not really an issue just a bit of an inconvieniance.

    Location was great with lake views from the cottage. Bird feeding was awsome with some very friendly local parrots.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Taps fitting is very old and hard to open/close. Water shut off when power shortage.

    A beautiful and cosy little cottages set on a scenic surround with lake view just outside your cottage entrance. A scenery for those that love seclude and privacy after a long stressful day of work or just to get away from the hustle bustle of the city life. Winter Cabin really nice. We had a very friendly Rosella parrot keep coming knocking at the front door asking for food. Such lovely wildlife. Friendly Owner. 🤗❤❤

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    What a gem.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Gorgeous accommodation in a beautiful and piecefull environment within 20-25mins of Hobart center.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    10
    Had an amazing time, beautiful little cottage which had everything we needed. Lovely views of the lake, woken up to the
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was very cosy with awesome scenery.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    The best place to stay if you’re going to Mt Buller or looking for a peaceful holiday out w friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like coming back to the cottage at night with only two of us, I should’ve bring more friends so they can experience the best of Willowlake and have some more fun at the lake with the beautiful view.

    I love the view and the location, for me I like quiet places so I enjoyed my stay and feeding the birds was fun. Inside the cottage were so clean and warm even the bathroom were perfect. I can’t wait for my next stay with Willowlake and Cottages.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2023

    10
    Picturesque and cozy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beautiful location overlooking the lake, and very warm and cozy cabins! Alison is a super helpful host. We stayed as an overnight base for our ski trip and it was perfect - but you'll need a car as it's a bit out of Mansfield. Would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    8.0
    We absolutely loved it. we will definitely be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was a beautiful cottage with everything you need. the most amazing inlet views and very clean. Whenever we go places the comfort and linen of the bed is always a concern but not in this little cottage. we had some beautiful birds visit each morning! We had the most relaxing weekend. We will definitely visit again !!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    8.0
    A lovely peaceful retreat off the beaten track with a gorgeous biew and very comfy bed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few cobwebs in the cupboards and cabin

    Comfy and cosy cottage

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    10
    Beautiful & Cosy Cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed here for two nights, and it was very beautiful & cosy. Checking in was simple with the instructions given by the lovely host Alison via SMS. The amazing native parrots met us at the front door, squeaking at us as we arrived, Crimson Rosellas, King Parrots, & Sulphur-crested cockatoo's. It was winter, and the temperatures got down to less than 3 degrees. They have a small fireplace with supplied wood, paper & lighters. I stocked it up thinking this may not produce much heat. Boy, was I wrong. It produced a tremendous amount of heat, which kept the cottage very warm. I thoughly recommend this place to other travellers as it has everything you could ask, including Netflix & super fast WiFI. Thanks to the hosts for a memorable stay.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was amazing cosy cottage beautiful views the bird seed to feed the birds was a great addition. The owner was very accommodating.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    9.0
    Idyllic, romantic, cosy and good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    As it's on the east side of Lake Eildon it is a bit tricky to get to if coming from the west (or southwest in our case) but WELL worth the little extra journey.

    The cottage was right on the lakeside - and the view from the veranda was spectacular. It was cosy, we lit the wood fire every evening, and it had a sweet little kitchenette, Netflix and a spa bath. The agent/owners were very helpful in every way.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    9.0
    We would love to come back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Just an idea for improvement is more privacy when on the veranda. If there were trees or fencing to separate the cottages.

    There were facilities to make your own food which we used and were very happy with. The accommodation was also not far from a local town Mansfield so we were able to buy very nice pizza for dinner. We loved the woodfire, we were supplied with kindling and wood each day. Also had a great time feeding the local birdlife with the seed provided. A beautiful experience.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    10
    Quiet and comfortable short stay with lots of native birds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to find food.

    The cottage has everything we need. It was serene and quiet. We especially love watching the native birds swinging by in the morning.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    10
    BLISS!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can not rate this place highly enough!! The cottages are so cosy and have everything you need and the views are breathtaking! We stayed 7 nights and spent our time relaxing at the cottage or fishing from the beautiful lake that is right at your front door. The local area is rich in history so we had a great time driving around sightseeing. There are lots of pubs, wineries and cafes scattered in the area and the main supermarket is only a 10 minute drive. We also visited the local zoo and took a scenic flight in a helicopter which I highly recommend both! This place really is amazing and our hosts Dean & Alison were so helpful and friendly. We'll definitely be back!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy cabin with a fireplace.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    9.0
    little piece of heaven
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy cottage with a beautiful view over the lake

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2023

    10
    blissful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    fireplace, views, cooking facilities, bird life

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    10
    Fantastic little cottage with great views of Lake Eildon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was fantastic

    Wonderful views of Lake Eildon. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. Will definitely be returning.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    9.0
    Unforgettable experience, great stay. We would come back again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One more milk would have been better

    Lovely cottage with a beautiful view of the lake and the garden. We enjoyed the small walks in the garden, feeding the birds, had enough logs provided for the wood fire and the cottage was clean

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    10
    Awesome retreat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our cottage was right on the water, the view from our bed and the room was awesome. 10/10 on the room On our balcony in the mornings, my partner fed the local birds with seeds straight from her hand.

    Stayed in April 2023

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