Perfect getaway, lovely owners. Highly recommend!

“Exquisite and relaxing”

A beautiful, clean and elegant space set gently in the middle of nature. The homemade sourdough and exquisite granola were such thoughtful touches, and everything about the place felt calm, considered and welcoming.thank you Jo for being a welcoming and amazing host

“Perfect, relaxing break in a tranquil setting.”

The location and setting were perfect for a relaxing break. Jo & Chris were lovely hosts who have thought of everything to make their modern luxury studio comfortable and we were truly spoilt with lovely treats and a delicious breakfast. The huge spa bath was set up with candles and a relaxing tonic and the king size bed was like sleeping on a cloud. It honestly doesn’t get any better.

Wow. They nailed it. No spoilers here. All you need to know is the hosts go above and beyond to maximise the enjoyment your stay.

“Brilliant!”

“We absolutely loved our stay - it was pure understated luxury in an amazingly tranquil setting.”

Everything about our stay was amazing - from the lovely hosts Jo and Chris (who checked in every morning to see if we needed anything), to the guidebook we could download before our stay, to the multitude of thoughtful touches that made us feel instantly comfortable and relaxed. The breakfast supplies were delicious and abundant, the bed was one of the comfiest I've ever slept in, and the bath was glorious! The setting was unlike anywhere we've stayed before, and the views out to the wetlands and the comings and goings of all the birdlife provided us with endless entertainment. I'd definitely recommend a stay here to anyone looking to spend a few days hiding away from the world in luxurious style! Oh and do yourself a favour and order one of Jo's homemade pizzas - they were so good!

“A cosy couple's getaway surrounded by nature and our own company.”

Jo and Charles were nothing but kind and generous to us during our 4 night stay. Breakfast was exquisite with a comfy selection of granola, yoghurt and spreads for the sourdough bread that was all kindly provided. The daily check-ins were very sweet, and never pushed our boundaries, which showed their attention to detail and dedication as hosts.

“We would definitely recommend Messmates for a relaxing couples weekend away”

The accommodation was excellent, it was relaxing, quiet, clean, spacious and equipped with everything you need. We loved waking up to the tranquil view of the lake and wildlife. The breakfast provided was also great and included fresh bread, yogurt, berries, home made granola, juice and tea / coffee - this exceeded our expectations. The hosts were welcoming and very friendly, wish we stayed longer!

“If you are looking to rest and relax this is the perfect place to stay.”

We absolutely love this place Jo and Chris are so friendly and welcoming. They had thought of everything from the continental breakfast to the home made sour dough pizzas to the comfortable bed and the relaxing bath. Beautiful scenery with some relaxing music in the background we were so impressed and will definitely be back .

“We would stay here again.”

We loved everything about this property- it was perfect and the view from the living area and bathroom was idyllic. Breakfast was magnificent. 😀

“Jo and Chris are wonderful hosts. The suites they’ve so thoughtfully created are extremely private and peaceful, looking”

“This is the loveliest of all possible places to stay.”

The property is quiet and the huge window overlooks the pond. We sat on the comfy couch and watched the birds, water, sky and trees. The little deck is secluded and was perfect for drinks, star-watching, and breakfast. I loved the little touches... The breakfast supplies were generous and a lovely combination of yummy and healthy. The body care supplies smelled lovely. The place was incredibly clean. Nothing was broken or dinged up. The garden appears wild but I can tell that it is actually carefully designed and maintained by garden-lovers. We saw a wallaby, king parrot, kookaburra, pied cormorant, purple swamphen, blue wren, and lots of little birds. We didn't want to leave.

“It was perfect!”

We loved the property and everything about it!

“The most spectacular and beautiful accomodation and hosts”

Messmates is the one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed in. The property it’s breathtaking, the accomodation is beautiful and such a keen eye for detail is reflected throughout the entire suite - all the luxury’s that make a stay away all the more special. Chris and Jo were the most wonderful hosts, the food and breakfast was superb, the suite was impeccable, the views are divine. I can’t wait to stay again and will be back.

“We love staying here and it’s such a beautiful place.We always feel relaxed and Jo Ha Chris are amazing hosts”

It’s beautiful interior Amazing outlook onto Nature at its best Quiet Very friendly and helpful couple Amazing breakfast We will continue to come back

great location, super clean, breakfast supplied, lovely hosts, parking right next to room. was very comfortable, would highly reccomend. fantastic views

“Messmates Eco Suite is everything you'd expect for a relaxing luxurious holiday.”

It's a beautiful wetland landscape and the owners are passionate about protecting the natural resources and wildlife which we respect. The small but meaningful measures taken were amazing, it really puts your mind at ease when you're in a different country. We arrived quite late but they waited up for us, the breakfasts were more than enough and we had everything we needed for a more than comfortable stay. I can't wait to return for another weekend of rest and visiting Inverloch and Phillip Island again. Thank you Chris and Jo, we hope to return again.

“Perfection and will be going back without a doubt.”

Everything! It was absolute heaven. Such a tranquil & private place with beautiful & accommodating hosts and the most amazing bed we’ve ever slept on. Everything was perfect and no comforts were overlooked. High quality linen and towels and an abundance of complimentary food. We felt like we were off the grid and the only two people on the property.

“Little paradise”

Such a beautiful place with nice attentions from the hosts, Jo and Chris.

“Luxurious and relaxing.”

The room was extremely comfortable with a great bath and a fantastic nature view. The hosts Chris and Jo were very accommodating and made us feel very welcome. I would 100% stay here again and recommend it to others.