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The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD

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The living and dining area
The street entrance and key-safe
The external view of the stables (viewed from undercover carport)
The entrance into the first queen bedroom
The second queen bedroom featuring cathedral ceilings and highlight windows

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Geelong, Victoria
  • Kardinia Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • GMHBA Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD

Welcome to the Morrison Stables, a piece of Geelong’s history.


Built in 1855, the main residence was originally a pub and is heritage listed (now occupied by our family). The stables have been converted into a cosy 2 bedroom guesthouse including wifi, smart tv, split system heating/cooling, a Bluetooth speaker and secure off street parking. The street is incredibly quiet, a pleasant surprise considering the close (walking distance) proximity to Geelong’s CBD, Waterfront and GMHBA stadium.


The secure off street parking area is the only shared space, with private access directly into the guesthouse- it is completely separate to the main residence.




Exposed brick with cathedral ceilings, the stables have retained much of their heritage character and charm. The small kitchenette includes a basic cooktop, bar fridge, kettle, toaster and microwave, however guests are encouraged to take advantage of the many nearby restaurants, cafes and delivery options.


Both bedrooms feature queen beds fitted with quality stonewashed linen, supima cotton towels and wardrobes with plenty of storage for a comfortable stay. If 1-2 guests sharing a bed are booked, 1 bed will be made up for the stay.


Outdoor seating, a comfy couch, smart TV with access to streaming services, a bluetooth speaker and novels on hand ensure you can unwind inside the stables; however we're guessing with so much on offer close by, you probably wont spend much time sitting around.




A wonderful central location, a walk in any direction will land you somewhere of interest. Excellent cafes and a pub within 200 meters, or a slightly longer walk to:


-South Geelong Train Staton (400m)
-Barwon Health University Hospital (600m)
-St John of God Hospital (600m) -GMHBA stadium (650m)
-Westfield Geelong (950m) -Geelong Heritage Centre (1km)
-Geelong Arts Centre/GPAC (1km)
-Waterfront precinct/Eastern Beach (1.2km)
-Deakin University (1.3km)
-Geelong Train Station (1.4km)
-Botanical Gardens (1.5km)


There’s also many shops, cafes, bars and restaurants on offer in the Geelong CBD, or take a 20-30 minute drive to the Bellarine Peninsula or Surf coast.




An electric gate leads into a large shared space on the property including an undercover carport, a locked garden shed (not accessed by guests), a vegetable garden (guests are welcome to help themselves to anything growing), a closed gate leading into the private residence (not accessed by guests), and the stables themselves. A small table and chairs sit in front of the stables for use by guests, and the entrance into the apartment is in the same area. You may see us arriving or leaving if we have parked in the shared space, however the rest of the apartment has been set up to ensure both yours and our privacy.

While the apartment is completely separate and we respect your privacy, we live on site and are able to assist with anything that might pop up. We want your stay to be as comfortable as possible and encourage an SMS for anything required. We're also happy to help with any recommendations/local knowledge.



The Geelong CBD is within walking distance, or if you drive there is almost always free or cheap parking options everywhere around the city and surrounds. If leaving the car behind:


-The South Geelong train station is 450m down the hill, or the Geelong Station is 1.3km (through the CBD)
-Uber rides are readily available, and being in close proximity to the city are well priced.
-The local taxi rank in the CBD is near the entrance to Myer Westfield on Malop St, and in the evenings on Moorabool St (close to the corner of Malop St), or booked via phone on 131 008.

Property manager

Ash

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Geelong

Geelong is home to this apartment. Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Museum of Play and Art are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Carousel and Giant Sky Wheel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at GMBHA Stadium or GMHBA Stadium.
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Geelong, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Kardinia Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Carousel - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Deakin University - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • South Geelong Station - 7 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mustafa's Kebabs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Elephant & Castle Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Man Bo Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Morrison Stables- Walking distance to the Geelong CBD located?

Situated in Geelong, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Old Geelong Gaol, Museum of Play and Art and Kardinia Park. GMBHA Stadium and GMHBA Stadium are also within 15 minutes. South Geelong Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, great location
This Stables is located in a fantastic location, easy walk to the waterfront, great if visiting for the footy and some great local pubs. Accommodation is exactly as described, very clean and the hosts are lovely. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ash

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Hi, I'm Ash.

I live in an old pub along with my husband Pete, our 2 kids, a cat and a giant dog. I'm a keen crocheter with a bad habit of leaving half drank cups of tea around our house. I love travelling (when we can!) and eating out- especially if there's cocktails involved.

My background is in retail and hospitality, and I am thrilled to be applying my skills to hosting guests in the separate guesthouse at the back of our property.

I'm proud of the clean and comfortable space we've created, and cant wait to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

Both Pete and I were born and raised in Geelong and when the opportunity came up to buy one of its oldest buildings, we couldn't pass it up! Full of history and character, we're very happy in our new (old) home, and especially love having so much on offer within walking distance.

We love our town and have plenty of local knowledge about the area.

What makes this property unique

The property is incredibly quiet. Despite being only a few blocks from the heart of the CBD, there is hardly any traffic and there is rarely any noise (except when there is an AFL home game at GMHBA stadium- you'll hear the sirens!).

With local cafe's, bars and restaurants all within walking distance, as well as the hospitals and shopping centres (plus the iconic waterfront)- it's the perfect base to explore Geelong.

Languages:

English