Train
Noise.
The
environment around the Station is normally very quiet, especially
if you are used to the city. The railway line adjacent to the
Station is the summit of the main Adelaide to Melbourne line as
it crosses the Adelaide Hills. On average, there are about 8 trains
a day and two or three of these will be overnight. Most are relatively
quiet but some may be noisy. Ultimately, when I am asked, I am
guided by the candid feedback from guests. Most of them are surprised
that the trains are less noisy than they expected. The general
opinion seems to be that the noise is less annoying than aircraft,
road traffic and city noise and is all part of the fun of staying
at the Station.
Air-conditioning
The
district originally became very popular as a summer retreat because
of its mild summer temperatures, especially at night. The building
is of massive sandstone construction with 12 foot (3.6 metre)
ceilings. Consequently, air-conditioning is not required.
Baby
Gear
A portable
cot, highchair, baby bath and pot are available on request.
Barbeques
A four
burner solid plate & grill gas barbeque with a roasting hood
is available for guest use on request.
Bedding
The
beds are made up to hotel standards with linen, bedspread and
extra blankets supplied. Towels and soap are also supplied.
Breakfast
Provisions
Tea and
coffee are supplied to all bookings. Continental breakfast provisions
are included in the tariff for share bookings only. Provisions
can be supplied to order for other bookings.
Carparking
There
is a large off street carpark adjacent to the building with capacity
for more than 20 cars. It is also large enough for bus and coach
parking.
Catering
and Meals
The
Station does not have restaurant. It is set up as self contained
and self catering accommodation. Outside caterers are used as
required for special events. We can give you a list of those who
have provided good service in the past. We can arrange for restaurant
meals to be delivered for dinner parties with or without waiting
staff.
Coffee
and tea
An allocation
of coffee (instant and plunger), tea, sugar and milk is supplied
to all bookings,
Cooking
The
kitchen has everything required for light cooking up to, but not
including, a full sized oven. This includes mini oven, microwave,
hotplates, frypan and cutlery and crockery for up to 30 persons.
The kitchenette includes sink, bar fridge, microwave and cutlery
and crockery for 6 persons.
Fire
and Emergency Safety
Fire
safety, like insurance, is one of those things that no one thinks
about until a fire occurs. The Station is unusual for this level
of accommodation in that it has a smoke and fire detection
system and a fire sprinkler system. There are four fire extinguisher
stations throughout the building. It has emergency back up battery
lighting through all areas except bedrooms.
Firewood
The first quota of firewood is supplied for each booking. Subsequent firewood is supplied on request at cost. Firewood,
kindling and firelighters are provided for inside fires only and
not outside braziers or barbeques. The open fireplaces in the
Waiting Room Lounge and the Club Car are approved for use. While
there are fireplaces in most of the rooms, these are not used
for fire safety reasons. Guests are welcome to bring their own supplies of firewood.
Functions
The
layout and space at the Station make it ideal for certain types
of functions. It has been used successfully for birthday parties,
family re-unions, open house, weddings and more. The function
must be associated with the use of the venue for accommodation.
It must be booked on the First Class package for exclusive use.
This allows up to 18 overnight guests depending on the sleeping
layout. There are additional charges for more intensive uses.
An additional 20 day visitors will cost an extra $100. An additional
60 day visitors will cost an extra $300. The rate is approximately
$100 per 20 guests. We have set 60 as a practical maximum but
can go to 80 for particular events. There is ample car parking.
Charges depend very much on the nature and intensity of the use
so discuss your requirements and we will negotiate a rate.
Gardens
The whole
surrounding district is a garden, but the Station has its own
extensive grounds including the original Station Garden.
Hair
Dryer
Hair dryers are supplied for guest use
Heating
The
building is heated with a combination of oil column convection
/radiant heaters and open wood fires. The region is known for
its cool weather so ensure you bring some warm clothes. This cannot
be much of a disincentive to visit as winter continues to grow
as our most popular season.
Outdoor
Heating
Heating for outside areas is not supplied. Clear PVC weather blinds are fitted to the Platform Verandah undercover area. The heat builds up
under the verandah and provides a comfortable space. For additional heating, we have two
outdoor gas space heaters available for hire at $50 each per weekend
plus gas. Allow $30 gas per heater for 10 hours use. Braziers or half drums may be used outside of the undercover area.
Outdoor Weather Blinds
The outdoor Platform Verandah area is enclosed with clear PVC weather blinds which may be raised to open up that area .
Platform Area
The railway platform itself is not available for guest use as a condition of our use of the property. Unauthorised accessing by guests and in particular children, may result in the immediate cancellation of a booking without refund.
Iron
and Board
An
iron and ironing board are supplied for guest use.
Laundry
A
laundry is available for guest use. It includes a medium sized
auto washer and a dryer. Access is available on request.
Shade
/ Awning
The
Station has substantial verandah areas for most uses on both sides
of the main building .
Smoking
For fire
safety and health reasons, smoking is strictly prohibited within
the building. Undercover areas outside of the front and platform
doors are provided for smokers. Please understand this issue is
not negotiable and additional charges will be made if smoking
occurs within the building.
Telephone
A landline
telephone is supplied for guest use for both incoming and outgoing
calls. It is restricted to local and free calls and has 101 messagebank.
Towels
and Soap
Towels
and soap are supplied to all guests.
Travelling
Times and Distances
The
website at www.travelmate.com.au
is a good source for travelling times and distances. If in
doubt, email us for an estimate.
TV
- VCR - DVD - CD
The Station
is equipped with the above audio visual equipment.
Call
us now to discuss your booking
on
ph (08) 8339 7400
or
email stay@mlrs.com.au
