NEWS

NEW WEBSITE

Yes, you’re looking at it - our brand new website! It’s brighter, more dynamic and more interactive. We aim to provide a holistic hospitality experience, and we hope this is reflected in the website. We encourage you to communicate with us via Facebook where you can become a friend of Seacombe House and where we’ll fill you in on the latest. And if you stay with us we encourage you to record your experience on Trip Adviser. Likewise you can leave your feedback on the Choice Hotels site at www.choicehotels.com.au/guestsurvey    Your feedback on our new website is welcome.

DON'T YOU JUST LOVE WINTER IN PORT FAIRY?!!

Port Fairy truly is a magical winter destination.  Don't forget about our fabulous Winter Weekends each month with the first being the long weekend in June.   And remember all the wonderful beaches, walks, rides, cafes, restaurants, pubs, boutiques and specialty shops; all seem to take on a whole new perspective and persona during our dramatic and sensational cooler months.  For a terrific weekend pop across to Koroit for the annual Irish Festival - it's not to be missed, to be sure, to be sure! 

FAREWELL MUTTON BIRDS...

 How the seasons come and go!  Already the mutton birds are moving on and soon the whales will be returning.   We're still receiving regular visits from our seal and sting ray friends in the Moyne River, our wallaby custodians will look after Griffiths Island until the return of the shearwaters, and of course there is always an abundance of wild life at Tower Hill.

AUSTRALIA'S NUMBER 1 ON TRIP ADVISOR

Comfort Inn Port Fairy was identified as the number one accommodation property in Australia on Trip Advisor in August.

The four star motel which also incorporates the historic Seacombe House and cottages is located in Port Fairy which was this year voted Victoria’s number one destination, and number five in Australia, in a survey by Australian Traveller.

Trip Advisor is a globally recognized website which lists accommodation worldwide and allows consumers to review, share and rate their experiences.  It is a popular tool for travelers to peruse and select accommodation.

Comfort Inn Port Fairy, part of the Choice Hotels family of brands, and Seacombe House is a destination and stopover for a wide variety of travelers both international and domestic, corporate and leisure. With accommodation and conference facilities, it is also home to the renowned Stag restaurant.

The complex, located centrally in Port Fairy, comprises the Comfort Inn, Seacombe House – the National Trust classified guest house, and three historic bluestone cottages, built in 1853. The cottages have been converted from an original bank and council chambers to luxurious accommodation with open fires.

Further information:
Brenda Borg, Manager
Phone: 03 55681082
Email:

WINTER PACKAGES

With the nights getting crisper and the mornings frostier it's a reminder that winter is just around the corner. Most savvy consumers shop around for the best value deals and we have some very smart packages for winter.  Do you fancy a gourmet package, a family getaway, a romantic escape? Or perhaps a Stay and Play or a Spa de Da. If we haven’t got exactly what you want we’ll customise it for you! Check out our packages, specials and hot deals.

BREAK A LA CARTE

Need a customised short break? We’ll not only provide accommodation and meals, but we can put together a complete package for you. How much time do you have? What are your interests? We can recommend, organise and/or book a whole spectrum of activities to give you a great holiday…galleries, cafes, historical sites, national parks, wildlife, atmospheric old pubs, wineries, breweries and distilleries and fabulous walks and trails. Self indulgence is your thing? We’re hearing you! Day spas and massage, cafes and restaurants, invigorating journeys, walks and voyages all make for a total sensual experience.

CONFERENCES

The Boldrewood Room (named after the legendary Ralph Boldrewood author of “Robbery Under Arms” and frequenter of Seacombe House) is now fully air conditioned. For some years now the prior ballroom has been utilised as a conference room but had not been air conditioned. Now conference delegates can opt for fresh air –the original sash windows that open, (always a bonus around mid afternoon during an intense conference session) and/or climate control. A fresh paint job has also spruced up the lovely old room, which is ideal for smaller conference groups (around 20 u-shape, more theatre and classroom style - see our conference details).

YOUR SEACOMBE CREW

Well – it’s my face you see through the week, ably supported at times in the morning by Marianne. We’re a multi skilled lot, all running between reception, kitchen restaurant, laundry and rooms. I mostly segue between the helm (reception and back office – the engine room), kitchen and restaurant;  Marianne is the supergirl who cooks up a storm, helps out in the restaurant and reception, plus cleans rooms, and does the laundry (we have our own commercial on-site laundry). On the weekends I metamorphose into the triumvirate namely Rachel, Marianne and Janine/Peter who as my relief team are largely responsible for the maintenance of my sanity, by freeing me up for time out. Sometimes, when we’re really lucky Sue comes back to help us out. Then there is our marvellous housekeeping and laundry team. Add maintenance (Kevin), gardening (Jason) and our intrepid tradies that keep us humming along and that’s pretty much our crew. Supported of course by our loyal suppliers.