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BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland

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Living area
Dining
Exterior detail
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Portland, VIC
  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Great South West Walk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Portland, VIC (PTJ)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland

Welcome to Portland, a perfect family and fishing destination at all times of the year.

Barleycorn Inn offers a casual and relaxed atmosphere and guests are provided with everything to make their stay enjoyable and comfortable. However of more importance is what you can do while you are here and who you can bring: PETS ARE WELCOME!

While it can be common for guests to say they were reluctant to leave the house Barleycorn Inn is conveniently located within easy walking distance or 2 minutes drive to Portland's beaches, sporting facilities, shops and cafes and playparks.

With less that 100 metres to Portland Bay Clifftop reserve and the Great South West Walk nature enthusiasts, whale watchers and pet owners will be keen to explore.

Once in the car it is only minutes to Cape Bridgewater and Bridgewater Lakes - take time to explore some of the most pristinely beautiful and private beaches in the state and if you have a surfboard paddle out and catch a few sets (Portland has some of Australia's most highly regarded breaks).

Alternatively access some of the most inspiring walks along the cliffs at Cape Nelson Lighthouse or through the mystical greenery of the enchanted forest. Out on the other side of the bay at Cape Bridgewater drive through wind farms to explore unique petrified forests, blowholes and walk or take a boat tour to the land based Australian Fur Seal colony.

Coffee, great food and wine and entertainment can be found at cafes on both of these capes so reward yourself after your exploration.

For the fishermenwhat can we say - it is only 4 minutes drive to the ramps and if your family are along rest assured they will be happy and comfortable while you are gone.

And as we encourage our guests to get out and explore Port Fairy, Warrnambool, Nelson and Mount Gambier are all under 1 hours drive so make great day trip destinations.




BARLEYCORN INN - Circa 1845 Quality accommodation at a great price to ensure you have a wonderful experience. Specialising in pet friendly accom.

Fully restored historic Bluestone Cottage
combines many original features with modern living
facilities and a blend of tasteful period and modern furnishings.

Everything provided to ensure that you feel like you are at home.

Instant gas hot water, fully insulated and electric heating to keep it cosy in winter, polished concrete and solid bluestone for coolness over summer.

2 bedrooms (queen and twin single) full kitchen facilities,
smart tv and internet, PS3, Library of books and games, WM, Dryer, Clothes line, paved area with BBQ.All linen provided.
150 mtrs from coastal reserve, close to play park & beach.

1540sqm block with wide and easy access for boats, power, lighting & washing facilities. Established gardens with great presentation.

Off-street car & boat parking for vehicles of all sizes.

Property manager

Felicity Beal
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Check with owner
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: check with owner
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Portland

Located in Portland, this holiday home is by the sea. Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum and Portland Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cape Nelson State Park and Cape Nelson Lighthouse. Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum and Discovery Bay Marine National Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Portland, VIC

What's nearby

  • Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fawthrop Lagoon - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Great South West Walk - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Portland Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Portland Fish 'N' Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Portland Rsl Memorial Bowling Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Port of Call - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BarleyCorn Inn - Fantastic family and pet friendly accommodation in Portland located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Whale Viewing Platform and within 3 miles (5 km) of Nuns Beach and Powerhouse Motor & Car Museum. Portland Arts Centre and Fawthrop Lagoon are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy & Comfy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Julie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Julie

I’m sorry but I have to say something !! We stayed 4 nights biggest regret The property the house was beautiful.to look at. I believe there should have been more info about the house !shower in the bath,Bath too high! It’s not for elderly and people that have fear of Mice Mice in the house! I could not relax I have big fear of them we spent most of the time outside Sorry to say it wasn’t a relaxing time It’s the worst.Even the dog’s broke out in a rash Not sure weather it was the garden or the house We were told that it’s pet friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

History

Beautiful property. Unfortunately didn't know about inside steps, which made it hard for me to get around, but apart from that it was wonderful, thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stopover in Portland. The place was as described and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable 2 nite stay

Goodo
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at character filled cottage

The cottage was warm and comfortable and full of character at every turn. The garden was a real highlight, full of flowers and fully fenced for our children and dog.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet friendly Portland

Great spot to stay with our geriatric dog. Very clean. Professional and efficient communication with owner. Recommend to others travelling with a pet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay in Portland

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GSWW Base

We were two mature couples walking the Great South West Walk doing car shuffles each day and returning to Portland each night. The BarleyCorn Inn was a great base for us. Overall it was excellent apart from the fridge being extremely small.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and comfortable

A beautiful historic cottage. Charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

We loved this cosy cottage. Being dog friendly made it even better. The property is well maintained, spacious, beautifully decorated and the hosts have made it feel charming, warm and comfortable. We'll come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

B

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Bluestone cottage in handy location.

Beautiful cottage and comfortably and tastefully furnished. Great to be able to have my dogs there with a secure yard. Good location and koalas around. Communication with the owner was good until I asked about the dodgy shower with fluctuating water temperature that almost made it impossible to have a safe shower, certainly not an enjoyable one. All I got there was 'I hope you worked it out' - the other surprise was the fee in USD rather than AUD. Nice enough stay but not enough to want to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekday getaway

Great house fenced in backyard where the dog could roam without getting out
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mid Week Break

Old worlde' charm and a lovely place to stay. Clean and well equipped. Quiet area of town but not far from anything. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old 1850's Property

Quirky property (but in a good way), close to walking trail along harbour, quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful atmosphere

What a lovely cottage. The photos do not do it justice. Very cosy and well set up. Comfortable bed. Used the outdoor fire pit. We did walk the coastal route into town but it is a fair walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Cosy Stone Cottage

This property contains so much history and has an amazing ambiance. The kitchen is adorable and makes meals intimate. The mudroom is a great place to sit and view the garden and the outdoor area is suitably fenced for dogs. Our fur babies had a ball! The lounge is comfy and the TV has all the extras. A perfect getaway. Thank you, Felicity and John.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

It was so lovely to be in a nice and quite place, really enjoyed the view. Thank you so much Felicity and Richard. I should specially thank Richard for taking time to post my daughter's bunny which she left at your place. I recommend this place for beautiful families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Barley corn Inn was a great place to stay. Very comfortable and great location for us. Bonus for us was its pet friendly. Would highly recommend this place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just love it

Very well presented property
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex G., Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another perfect stay

This is the second time I have stayed here and I just love it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage

Very comfortable and fabulously clean. Very happy with our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Snug and cosy

This was a very warm welcoming home… well decorated with knickknacks and the history of the building fascinating… The garden was neat and ideal for dogs…
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter birthday

A comfortable historic cottage. Pet friendly and in a quiet neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cosy wonderful step back in time

Loved the cottage and its pretty and secure garden. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Felicity Beal

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