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Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Kevin Hoffman Walk

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Terrace/patio
Family Room, Garden View
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Front of property
Sweet Dreams Retreat, next to Serendip Sanctuary, offers a peaceful environment. The sunny terrace and scenic rooms with WiFi are perfect for travelers seeking a break in natural surroundings.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Garden View

Family Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Lara, a neighbourhood in Geelong, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara is in a rural area and near a boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kevin Hoffman Walk and Serendip Sanctuary, while The Carousel and Geelong Botanical Gardens are popular local attractions. You Yangs and Geelong Art Gallery are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC, 3212

What's nearby

  • Serendip Sanctuary - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • You Yangs Regional Park - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • You Yangs - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
  • The Carousel - 18 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Lara Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rods Bakery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Corio Bay Roadhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sixways Fish & Chips Shop - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara

Guest house near Kevin Hoffman Walk
Located close to Serendip Sanctuary, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, smoke-free property and a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Furnished balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products and fridges

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 August 2025 to 31 March 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 40.0 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sweet Dreams Retreat Lara Guesthouse
Sweet Dreams Retreat Guesthouse
Sweet Dreams Retreat Lara
Sweet Dreams Retreat
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Lara
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse
Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse Lara

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara located?

Located in Lara, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Kevin Hoffman Walk and Serendip Sanctuary. You Yangs and The Carousel are also within 12 mi (20 km). Lara Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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