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3.7 out of 5

"This was once a monastery so the bedrooms are small, but the communal areas are spacious. Sea views from the sunroom. A well stocked kitchen. A very p ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 25 Nov 2023

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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Sugarloaf awaits you at Seacroft Estate. Within steps you'll find Elliot River - Addis Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park within a short 5-minute stroll.

This beach hotel offers a game room, a library, and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Sugarloaf hotel include Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Kennet River Coastal Reserve.

Seacroft Room 10, 2 Twin beds, Courtyard view

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$94* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Seacroft Room 16, 1 Queen bed, Ocean view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Ocean View Cottage,1 King bed, 2 Twin bunk beds, Ocean View, Patio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Seacroft Room 9, 1 Queen bed, Courtyard view

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Bay View Cottage, 1 King bed, 1 Double sofa bed, Bay View, Bathtub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Seacroft Room 15, 1 King bed, Ocean view

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Seacroft Estate ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.7 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Seacroft Estate

Everyone (9) Couples (3) Family (4)
2 out of 5
The property location was a stunning setting. However, lack of signage showing where you were allowed to park, where the kitchen was and the names of the areas in the peoperty were very lacking. A bath mat would have been nice or even a mop so we could at least clean up after we had a shower. This is more of a hostel setting and whilst it is not the owners fault, the night we stayed, guests arrived very late and proceeded to be very noisy not respecting other guests sleeping. Being an old building, the walls are very thin and the noise travels even when conversing inside your room. Apart from all this, the peoperty is in a stunning location with great views, however it lacks personal communication and requires a bit of care.

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2024

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2 out of 5
The view from my room was wonderfull, and the property is located conveniently between Lorne and Apollo Bay. Unfortunately, that is where the good things end. The treehouse room that I stayed in was a windowless box barely large enough to fit a double bed - which wasn’t the end of the world considering the large communal areas. But the room was stiflingly hot with the door closed, and leaving the door open resulted in hundreds of mosquitoes filling the room. I wound up leaving the room at midnight to sleep on the couch in the common room. I would definitely not recommend spending $200 if there are any other available rooms.

Posted by on 7 Jan. 2024

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2 out of 5
For the price paid, I expect more than a Hostel experience of shared facilities. Kitchen area is great. Toilet/shower block is a refrigerated portable and water can not be used by two people at once. I could not get hot water to shower while someone else was showering. The room was dirty with cobwebs around windows, doors and the light on the ceiling. It also wasn’t big enough to swing a cat in! Pre-information for access to room and facilities was good, but no mention about parking which made knowing where to park confusing when the stone area was completely full. You had to find a map to see what areas could be parked in, which included a grass area that had no signage. I would happily stay here if it was a cheap hostel comparative price (no more than $100), but not for anything more than that!

Posted by on 3 Jan. 2024

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Jan. 2024

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4 out of 5
This was once a monastery so the bedrooms are small, but the communal areas are spacious. Sea views from the sunroom. A well stocked kitchen. A very peaceful location. Shared bathrooms which are multigender. No TV. A good place for groups. Child friendly. Good communication.

Posted by on 25 Nov. 2023

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3 out of 5
Very basic accommodation but in an outstanding location with great views. Amenities and room are bare basics but did the job.

Posted by on 18 Oct. 2023

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 13 Oct. 2023

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1 out of 5
I'm unsure what to say about this experience other than you get the distinct impression these accommodation providers are taking you for a ride. We stayed in the "tree house" which is both structurally unsound it sways! and is so small you have to depart the room over the end of the bed. Severe claustrophobics beware. The "hospitality" such that it is extends to an otherwise absent owner who suggested (via text message) that the reason he doesn't include wifi is that there are as yet 'no cables over the mountains.' It never occurred to him that with satellite communications he could offer a better service for very little. It would go part-way towards making up for every other shortfall....of which there are too many to list here. The view is excellent. There's no taking that away from the location. But this is a natural occurrence. One need thank the universe or the almighty for this. In short: stay clear of this mob.

Posted by on 27 Sep. 2023

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4 out of 5
Great for a quick getaway. Staff are helpful and the rooms are clean and very simple. Amenities are separate from the rooms. Could use a mirror in the bedroom.

Posted by on 18 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
Where the place located, and the owner, really takes time to talk to the guests. Highly recommended for families with young kids.

Posted by on 9 Jan. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Jan. 2023 by Joanne

I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us.

Property Features

As a guest of Seacroft Estate, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. The family-friendly Seacroft Estate also features an arcade/game room, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sugarloaf hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1884
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Seacroft Estate offers 22 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers are provided.

  • Private outdoor space
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Rice cooker
  • Kitchenware
  • Exterior corridor access

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • No front desk
  • UnionPay
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Private entrance
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Annual carbon offsets
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Hotel Names

  • Seacroft Estate Hotel
  • Seacroft Estate Sugarloaf
  • Seacroft Estate Hotel Sugarloaf

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.