Shelton-Lea B&B

Very comfortable, clean and well appointed. The breakfasts are great and good value. Staff are lovely.

A pool would have been nice.

It was exactly what I was looking for, a quiet retreat close to the nature trails with a comfort and feel of a home. I had a studio in the back of the driveway and the only sound I would hear were the birds. The host was very courteous and patient with all my questions about different locations and gave me great tips for where to go. Bed was comfortable with plenty of blankets and pillows. And I loved the decor! Breakfast was lovely, all food was provided already during check in (in the fridge) and very fresh & tasty. I appreciated the focus on organic/pesticide free. I would only recommend to include a non-sweet option outside of the single-portion vegemite, even just non-flavored steel cut oats if not an egg -- but that is just my preference as I'm limiting processed sugar. I did not cook anything in the kitchenette so cannot comment on that but it seemed to have all the basics. It's only like 10 minutes away from the cliff trail & Echo point so it was perfect for me. I came to town in the morning, went for a hike and then just walked to the place when I was close to the Echo point. I walked back there to watch sunset and then again in the morning for sunrise before checking out.

The only thing I found frustrating was the shower operation. The water temperature was alternating between really hot and really cold. There are separate handles for hot and cold water; perhaps the water heater is far away and it takes a while before you can feel the adjustment in the water temperature. Either way, I found it impossible to find a stable temperature and ended up adjusting it back and forth all the time while I was showering. Perhaps just an information on a good setting would be helpful.

Friendly host, wonderful breakfast, comfy environment, close to sightseeing attractions I will be back!