Review of Cradle Mountain Love Shack
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I discovered this place on the net and fell in love with it from the start. The reviews were all excellent so we took a risk not knowing the area at all.
When we drove up we couldn't believe the setting with the trees and the stream etc. Once we met the owners Dru and Dave and heard the story of the place we almost loved it as much as they did. Everything was awesome from the generous gifts left for us and the effort to cater for my wife who is gluten intolerant. Then we met the local wildlife. Brilliant.
Do the walk up the back to the other creek. Stunning scenery.
We had originally tried to stay in Cradle Mountain and we were concerned staying 20km away but after seeing the busyness of Cradle Mountain we were glad with the decision to stay at the LOVE SHACK!
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Kind regards.
Dave & Dru.
Dave & Dru.
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13 hotel reviews
36 helpful votes
When our accommodation plans elsewhere were thwarted, we phoned explaining our predicament and enquired, hoping there was a chance of a vacancy. Yes there was, but the hosts Dru & Dave would need an hour or so to prepare. The welcome we received was overwhelming, they could not have done more to make us comfortable and "at home". Welcome treats, a lit barrel fire and a hospitable chat over a glass of wine they agreed to share with us. The cabin is quiet, cosy and very comfortable with wildlife abounding...Dru feeds the wallabies in the evenings and whilst they stare at strangers suspiciously, they will eagerly take the food pellets supplied from anyone prepared to share. There is no TV, telephone reception if you are with Optus (limited Telstra) or internet.....but this is a blessing, a true escape from the rat race. There is a supply of books to read, DVDs, CDs and even the old style VCR movie to watch sitting in front of the fire with a glass of wine...the peace and quiet is deafening, the stress of the rat race is forced to leave your body!! We were lucky enough to be staying the night of the solar eclipse and were able to witness the "blood moon" in the most heavenly surroundings!! would love to be there (and we will!) in the warmer months to sit and enjoy a quite pre-dinner drink on the veranda enjoying the stillness and peace Thank you Dru and Dave, for you hospitality and warm welcome for your unexpected/unplanned guests!! You definitely have your very own slice of heaven!
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We can't arrange an eclipse of the moon for everyone. But we can strive to make your stay eclipse all others and be a highlight of your holiday.
Love to see you and enjoy your company again in the warmer months ahead.
Regards from all including our wildlife.
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The Love Shack is a quaint little alpine cottage nestled below the stunning Cradle Mountain National Park. Your hosts, Dave and Dru are amazing, and do everything to make you feel welcome, from answering pesky questions prior to the trip, to taking a holiday snap for you to reminisce on your experience later!
This place was nice and cozy when we arrived at 4pm on a wintery July (31st) day, with temperatures outside in the minus figures, but you wouldn't know it inside "The Love Shack" where Dave and Dru had stoked a gorgeous woodfire ready for our arrival.
The wildlife around the property are amazing to see, and you even get some "wallaby pellets" so you can feed the critters yourself!
Breakfast is a lovely spread of goodies for you to make your own, from bacon and eggs to cereals, fruit, bread and spreads (the homemade jams are to die for!), juice and milk, with tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
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We pride ourselves in making your stay one to remember and recommend to others.
Thank you once again. Dave & Dru.
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