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Last Stop Ambledown Brook Train XBS2162

1930s Vintage Train
Front view of Train
Train Bedroom
Original Train Compartment
Sunset from Last Stop
Kangaroo's at Last Stop

As seen on Getaway and The Great Outdoors. Set on 40 acres you can experience the peaceful romantic surroundings of a bygone era.

Vintage 1930's Train Carriage

Canberra, NSW [Location map...]

Up to 6 people, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Minimum nights: 1

Availability and Pricing

Arriving

For night.

Adults

Children

Estimated price:

From $ to $150 couple per night

Guest Reviews (19)

"Friendly owners! and tranqal surroundings"

- Ross, -May '12

"Just what we were looking for... somewhere unique, peaceful yet close enough to Canberra to do the tourist circuit without too much extra time in the car. The fact that the hosts were also extremely c..."

- Brooke, -Nov '11

"The place was great for a get away. Not really for families with young children. Family carriages could have more internal utilities (microwave). Saw the couples carriage and they had more room for ..."

- Joe, -Apr '11

"Unique, comfortable, beautiful rural location, kangaroos and excellelnt breakfasts"

- Susan, -Mar '11

"Excellent accomodation and hospitality!"

- Rhonda, -Jan '11

"The friendliness of the hosts. The accommodation was comfortable and we loved all the memorabilia all over the place. The breakfast was very enjoyable with lovely touches such as the words and pictu..."

- Yvette, NSW -Apr '10

"Quality of accommodation is not brilliant but pretty good. Value was excellent, service was good a 10, overall experience was very good. The shower was very good. Would stay again in the future."

- Steven, NSW -Oct '09

"Very unique accommodation. Sleeping on the red train was great with all the memorabillia on the walls and the old silver sink in the bathroom. Wonderful views over the valley and the Brindabellas on t..."

- Jean, NSW -Jan '09

"It was great. My son who is a hughe train fan was in seventh heaven. It was very comfortable and everything we needed. We even had the pool to ourselves. There were other people there but we didn'..."

- Marlene, NSW -Jan '09

"Wonderful if you are a train buff. Nostalgic, the memorabilia takes one back to our youth. Very comfortable and romantic. Hosts were very friendly and provided good breakfasts, well worth a couple of..."

- Adrianna, TAS -Nov '08

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Accreditation and awards for 'Last Stop Ambledown Brook Train XBS2162':

2009 State Winner (AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY) TakeABreak Unique & Unusual Accommodation

2008 State Winner (AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY) TakeABreak Group accommodation (10+)

2007 State Winner (AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY) TakeABreak Group Accommodation, Hotels and motels and Romantic getaway

Cottage, Boutique hotel, Bed & Breakfast, Farm stays, Guest house

Your hosts David and Jenny are pleased to offer you relaxed and friendly country hospitality with an eye for the little things that we trust will make your stay truly memorable.

Enjoy the rustic charm of the train carriage that has settled in the middle of the hills of hall wine district along the Murrumbidgee corridor.

If you are looking for a chance to unwind in a Bed & Breakfast with a difference, then the "Last Stop - Ambledown Brook" is for you...

"well done! Can't wait to return next time" Kylie

"What a wonderful concept. Setting just perfect! The boys love sleeping in the tram. The beds are so comfy. The decor just wonderful. Hospitality second to none." John, Claire, Alexander and James NSW

"What a lovely place to experience Canberra from. Very comfortable with wonderful hosts which added little extras to make our stay very pleasant. What a shame we didn't have a little more time to sit and relax."
Andrew, Karen, Lachlan and Cameron Qld

Locality

Wineries
Last Stop Ambledown Brook is within walking distance of the three award winning Hills of Hall Wineries, Brindabella Hills, Pankhurst and Surveyors Hill and within a 20 minute drive of a dozen more nationally recognized cool climate wineries such as Doonkuna, Helms and Clonakilla. To find out more about these and other local wineries please visit the Canberra District Wineries website at: http://www.canberrawines.com.au/

Places to Eat
Within a 10 minute drive there are range of places to eat. Some of our guest’s favourites are the Wood Duck Inn in Hall Village and The Green Herring, George Harcourt Inn (an English Style Pub) The Gold Creek Country Club and The Homestead Café on Gooroomon Ponds Rd (02) 6230 2230..
Within a 20 minute drive some favourites are Poachers Pantry ( http://www.poacherstrail.com.au/) near Hall as well as the large range of international restaurants found in Woolley Street Dickson.

Markets
For weekend guests there are a range of markets that sell everything from art, craft and regional produce to clothing, antiques and bric-a-brac.
The Hall Markets http://www.contact.com.au/hall/ features hundreds of stalls and are held on the first Sunday of every month from 10am till 3pm.

Associations

AAA Tourism, Canberra B&B Network

Holiday experiences

Birdwatching, Bushwalking & wilderness, Family Friendly, Great view, Honeymoon, Romantic getaway

Facilities

Air conditioning, Baby Cot, BBQ, BBQ - Gas, Books/Magazines Supplied, Cooked Breakfast Provided, DVD, Ensuite, Fans (ceiling/standard), Highchair, Linen supplied, No smoking, Pets not allowed, Pool, Stereo, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Tennis courts

Last Stop Ambledown Brook Train XBS2162

Canberra, NSW, Australia

Rooms and rates

Single Rate $120.00 per single, per night
Double rate $150.00 per double, per night
Children $20.00 each, per night
Extra person $40.00, per night

Last Stop Ambledown Brook Train XBS2162 (sleeps 6)

Base rate

$150.00/night.

$150.00/weekend-night.

$40.00 /person /night over 1 people

All prices in $AUD

Availability

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