About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: SIGNAL BOX Short Stay in Gembrook offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with a recently renovated design. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi in public areas. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a elevator, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Free on-site private parking is available, along with streaming services, a work desk, and soundproofing. Local Attractions: Located 47 mi from Essendon Fields Airport, the property is near Packenham Train Station (13 mi), Dandenong Train Station (25 mi), and Chadstone Shopping Mall (31 mi). Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden is 17 mi away, and Caribbean Gardens Chair Elevator is 24 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Georgia
Australia Australia
Great location, fantastic hosts, very easy check-in and check-out.
Ian
Australia Australia
Absolutely lovely location with excellent views across the Warburton Valley. Just across the road was the Puffing Billy train line plus rail trail which leads to Emerald Very friendly host who provided a delicious fresh juice for breakfast. The...
Harriet
Australia Australia
It was peaceful, great view and amazing juice provided by the host.
Steven
Australia Australia
The location was great, Cherie was very friendly and the room was beautiful
Catherine
Australia Australia
Lovely, warm, comfortable, clean, quiet, welcoming host.very comfortable bed, no partner disturbance, great pillows, including smaller ones if you don’t like them too fat! beautiful garden.
Luke
Australia Australia
We were given a beautiful fresh juice, lovely location. Our host was lovely and welcoming.
Brian
Australia Australia
Great room. Excellent wood heater. (firewood supplied) Brilliant location.
Jill
New Zealand New Zealand
Fruit basket breakfast was lovely and the freshly squeezed juice was delicious
Brian
Australia Australia
Excellent friendly host highly recommend to stay here

Hosted by Cherie Forrester

9.9
Host Review Score
Cherie Forrester
Signal Box Short Stay is a newly built house with rammed earth walls, double glazing, water saving, solar power, and passive solar design. Views to the north are special as is the location next to the Puffing Billy Line. The garden is extensive and guests may take advantage of secluded seating there. Peace and Quiet; Rest, Relaxation and Revival assured!
Gardening and walking are special pastimes. Designing, building and maintaining the property keeps me busy so that others may enjoy it. Signal Box is designed and project built by the owner. Rammed earth, natural materials and sustainability are some of my passions. The gardens were established in 2004 before the subdivision but they are a work in progress. Rock stairs and garden rooms designed by Phillip Johnstone Landscapes have been enhanced by the Cherie.
The Puffing Billy steam train passes within 20 metres of The Signal Box B&B. The train whistle can be heard in the distance as it approaches Gembrook station, just 500 metres from the accommodation. Many of Gembrooks' buildings are from a by gone railway era. Gembrook is noted for its expansive views over farmland to the mountains. Tractors and cattle are visible and provide an interest and a feeling city dwellers love to experience. Many of the forests remain. Just 500m from the Signal Box is a lovely walking track through the forest - giant mountain ash trees and fern trees are in abundance. For those that wish to partake of the comforts of city life, cafes and restaurants of a high standard are available within walking distance. The walking track that links Gembrook to Emerald Lake Park is part of the National Trail. People who stay at Signal Box can bring bikes, or walk the trail. For those who wish to use Gembrook as a base from which to explore surrounding areas within an hours drive are Yarra Valley Vineyards; Mount Dandenong restaurants and shops; Healesville Sanctuary with its Australian animals and birds and beaches of Mornington Peninsular, Kilcunda, or Westernport Bay.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of SIGNAL BOX Short Stay

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

SIGNAL BOX Short Stay takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $141. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform SIGNAL BOX Short Stay of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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