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Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, 7-minute walk to Kevin Hoffman Walk

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Terrace/patio
Family Room, Garden View
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC, 3212
  • Place, Serendip Sanctuary
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, You Yangs Regional Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Garden View

Family Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Geelong

At Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Kevin Hoffman Walk and Serendip Sanctuary. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Lara guest house include The Carousel and Geelong Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Serendip Sanctuary - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • You Yangs Regional Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • You Yangs - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
  • The Carousel - 18 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Lara Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rods Bakery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sixways Fish & Chips Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Corio Bay Roadhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara

Guesthouse with free parking, 7-minute walk to Kevin Hoffman Walk
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Geelong guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2003
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara offers 2 accommodations with DVD players and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Geelong guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 August 2025 to 31 March 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 40.0 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sweet Dreams Retreat Lara Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Yep, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

The closest beach to Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara is Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure (14.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

No, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

No, only service animals are allowed.