reviews

Great South East - video footage (May 2010) Channel 7 on Sunday at 5.30pm

Sunday Mail - Escape (21 Mar 2010) Author: Alison Cotes

QWeekend (Courier Mail - 20 Feb 2010) Author: Karen Milliner

testimonials

January 2012

Thank you for having us in your wonderful studio.  It is such a lovely place.  We loved it the moment we set our foot in it.  The view, the quietness and tranquility is so amazing!  At first we thought that we will be 'trapped' in the studio as it rained everyday during our stay.  However, this is far from the truth - we are having amazing time in your studio, soaking in the spa, tea & coffee on the verandah looking out at the rain & storm rolling through...it is fabulous! We will definately recommend this place to our friends & family.  Thanks again.   PS: We think that you guys have mastered the art of ninja - we never see or heard you but there are always fresh squeezed juice and bread every morning outside our studio. Good work! ~ Wei & Julie

Thank you for a most relaxing, serene 2 nights in your wonderfully spacious & well equipped retreat.  We really appreciated the coffee machine, the spa, the full kitchen, the fresh bread, the chocolate cupcakes, the spacious bathroom...and on...and on the list goes!  We will definately be back again! Cheers ~ Samantha & Andrew

Thank you so much Tanya, Tony and Emma for a lovely three nights at Melawondi.  The studio is perfect, beautifully appointed wtih incredible attention to detail.  Thank you for the delicious edible treats.  We loved our stay with you. Sincerely ~ Ted & Jan

Really enjoyed a three night stay...we even got to remember one another's names, rekindle our romance in 2012.  Perfect setting & perfect hosts made for a perfect stay (along with a perfect partner).  Cheers. ~ Mark & Michelle

December 2011

We would like to thank you for our FANTASTIC stay.  This place is beautiful & wonderfully kept.  We had a really quiet, peaceful & enjoyable time here at Melawondi & know that we will definately be back again.  Thank you ~ Kylie & Rodney (stayed in Spring View Cabin)

TAll we can say is "lovely".  We enjoyed every bit of it.  Looking forward to visit again. ~ Tibao & Rochelle

Fantastic concept! Attention to detail is great! Thank you ~ Theo & Terina

Thank you, Tanya and Tony, this is one of the most thoughtful and peaceful B&B's I have ever stayed in - compliments all round! ~ Jo + 1

November 2011

Never underestimate the restorative powers of the Australian bush.  The people who arrived here are different to the ones that left.  Thank you Tanya & Tony hopefully - "what goes around comes around" and all your special treats & touches are repaid to you somehow in life ~ Deb & Chris

Had a lovely stay - it's so serene here!  We didn't want to leave!  Thanks ~ Steve & Emma

October 2011

Love, love, loved it!  Thank you so much.  See you again soon ~ Amber & Johnny

Thank you for shaing with us this wonderful cabin.  It is even better than the photos suggested.  Pure luxury.  We will be back ~ Lucy & Tom

Thanks Tanya & Tony for your wonderful hospitality.  The attention to detail was outstanding.  It made us feel like we were at home away from home.  Had awesome time.  The scenery is beautiful.  Will definately be back one day!  Probably the best holiday we have had!  Favourites:  Spa bath, shower, cheese platter, brekky, morning paper, reading materials, the list goes on and on!  Cheers. ~ Vy & T

Tranquility complemented by tasty treats in trendy comforts make for a value-for-money experience from Tanya & Tony.  Many thanks & much appreciated. ~ Tricia & Ken


   

September 2011

Thank you for providing an amazing place to just come and do nothing which is exactly what we were looking for.  The surrounds are truly tranquil and the cottage is really 5 star.  The food is just fantastic and the fresh loaf in the mornings is something very special.  We both enjoyed our stay and will be recommending your piece of heaven to other people.  Thank you all so very much and keep everything the way it is.  Thanks so much ~ Chloe & Adam

August 2011

What can we say except WOW!  Thank you for creating & sharing Melawondi.  A relaxing & secluded spot nestled amongst the trees.  The attention to detail sees nothing is overlooked and we loved the deliveries each morning of freshly squeezed juice.  Being here has provided the escape that we needed and we would much rather stay for longer.  We will certainly be telling others of this fabulous spot that provides the perfect spot for a little indulgence, relaxation & escape when needed.  Thanks again for a weekend that we won't quickly forget. ~ David & Lynnelle

Thank you so much Tanya, Tony & Emma - having seen your retreat on the web, the 'real thing' has more than lived up to expectations!  Your warm hospitality, tasty & plentiful provisions & the peace of the trees & the cottage have replenished our flagging batteries!  We will sing your praises...and hopefully send friends & family to enjoy "Melawondi" as much as we have ~ Rob & Sally, Adelaide

What a beautiful, tranquil location.  Thank you Tanya & Tony for creating "Melawondi".  Your attention to detail is superb.  So relaxing, that we really don't want to lave.  But rest assured we will return ~ Donna & John

July 2011

Thank you for a wonderful stay!  Just bliss - we loved the peace & tranquility.  Breakfast each morning was superb.  Thanks Jan & Richard for recommending this getaway. ~ Ian & Cristyn

June 2011

Thank you so much for a lovely weekend - just the break we needed.  We walked up to the lookout and now look forward to coming back when it is finished - what a view!  We loved the fresh bread and freshly squeezed orange juice waiting for us each morning.  We will be recommending this to friends and family.  Thanks again and here's to our next visit. ~ Jan & Richard

Thanks so much to our hosts Tanya, Tony and Emma for offering such a lovely getaway and thinking of everything.  The decor and location is gorgeous and I'm inspired by the bath tub to make that a feature in my dream home.  I'm sure we'll be back again sometime soon.  We love the Mary Valley environment.  Maybe next time we'll do a whole week.  Thanks. ~ Jo & Tom

Thank you Tanya & Tony for creating such beautiful accommodation, everything about "Melawondi" was great, in particular your attention to detail and not to mention the lovely breakfasts and meals we had.  We had a very relaxing stay and will certainly recommend your studio to family and friends. ~ Warren & Marilyn

May 2011

Another fantastic couple of days in your very special retreat.  It is very hard for us to go home but we know we will be back.  The wallabies on Sunday just before sunset added to the special weekend.  "Thank you" just never seems enough. ~ Telere & Ian

March 2011

This break away in your secluded hideaway has been just perfect.  The attention to detail is fantastic - the food was incredible.  We will most certainly recommend it to our friends so they don't miss out!  Thank you. ~ Craig & Liz

February 2011

A lovely thank you surprise given to us by our daughter.  Beautifully appointed studio setting.  Food & fruit provided just the right balance.  It did the heart good to put the feet up, listen to the bird songs and enjoy the scenrey.  We especially enjoyed "wallowing" in the spa.  Well done Tanya & Tony and not to forget Emma who made us so welcome upon our arrival.  Thank you. ~ Ian & Glenyss

Thanks so much for another fantastic & relaxing weekend.  The cookies & fresh fruit were exceptional.  The BBQ on Saturday night was relaxing & the food delicious.  We do not want to leave but know that we will be back!! ~ Telere & Ian

What an amazing hideaway haven you have created!  The cookies & hand picked blueberries from your garden were the icing on the cake for us.  That spa bath is amazing to say the least.  We will definately be back again.  We felt right 'at home' staying here.  Amazing view from the balcony and the feeling of seclusion.  Thank you!! ~ Kara & Matt