Title: Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse with free parking, 7-minute walk to Kevin Hoffman Walk ## Photo gallery for Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara ![Terrace/patio - Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara (Lara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/c237cb18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara (Lara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/b9315fbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Room, Garden View - Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara (Lara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/ff5e9dfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara (Lara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/8f696a2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara (Lara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/95fed518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sweet Dreams Retreat, next to Serendip Sanctuary, offers a peaceful environment. The sunny terrace and scenic rooms with WiFi are perfect for travelers seeking a break in natural surroundings. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 6 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 7 - Dec. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=19954628&PinnedHotelID=19954628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Family Room, Garden View ![Family Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/535e5097.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19960000/19954700/19954628/fa390127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeelong-Hotels-Sweet-Dreams-Retreat-At-Lara.h19954628.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeelong-Hotels-Sweet-Dreams-Retreat-At-Lara.h19954628.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.01501%2C144.40245&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hOR_58Ub7tZ4uhJvL60CwQenDoE=) 69 Curletts Road, Lara, VIC, 3212 #### What's nearby - Kevin Hoffman Walk \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Serendip Sanctuary \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Six Ways Bell Park \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Lara Heritage and Historical Museum \- 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - Lara Dog Park \- 6 min drive \- 2.7 km #### Getting around - Lara Station - 3 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sixways Fish & Chips Shop - ‬16 min walk - ‪Rods Bakery - ‬17 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Hungry Jack's Burgers Little River Geelong Bound - ‬19 min drive ## About this property ### Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse near Kevin Hoffman Walk Located close to Serendip Sanctuary, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Barbecue grills, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises - A nature reserve Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Heating and ceiling fans - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with DVD players - Furnished balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products, and refrigerators ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113500000/113499300/113499261/5ccf0782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tasmania Ferry Gateway | Relaxing Geelong Stay Before or After Your Trip Corio - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews CA $186 CA $252 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=113499261&PinnedHotelID=113499261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32770000/32770000/32769971/1f07d215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quartz Cottage Geelong Geelong - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 39 reviews CA $187 CA $269 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=32769971&PinnedHotelID=32769971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![46-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1280000/1272800/1272712/ad1378cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Geelong Waterfront Precinct - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym 9.0 Wonderful 354 reviews CA $118 CA $130 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=1272712&PinnedHotelID=1272712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Family friendly - DVD player - In-room refrigerator - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a nature reserve - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Built in 2003 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Tea bags/instant coffee - Toaster ### More - Ceiling fan - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from August 31 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Host will greet you, lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: AUD 40.0 per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Sweet Dreams Retreat Lara Guesthouse Sweet Dreams Retreat Guesthouse Sweet Dreams Retreat Lara Sweet Dreams Retreat Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Lara Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Guesthouse Lara ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara? ### What time is check-out at Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara? ### Where is Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 79 8 - Good 28 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great place to stay ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Nov 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location, friendly proprietor, comfy room, was good for our overnight stay. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Farrah Jun 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Love staying here, quiet, has great nature nearby and feels like a resort . ##### Farrah Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely place Great overnight stay Would have been nice to stay longer ##### Theresa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Jan 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly and very helpful host. Comfortable bed and good facilities. ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henare Feb 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Delightful Stay ##### Henare Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abdullah Oct 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Really loved Janita and her friendly hospitality. ##### Abdullah Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bianca Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay. Host was lovely and room was nice and comfortable. Will be back ##### Bianca Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LIANJIANG Dec 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a great experience with Janiya and her room, especially the fruit trees. ##### LIANJIANG Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyson Nov 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We absolutely loved our stay. Janita’s space is so warm and homely. She is very welcoming and accommodating. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Thank you and we highly recommend ##### Tyson Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy Apr 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable beds, spacious room and amenities ##### Troy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie Oct 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Comfortable and quiet- a great base to explore from. The deck is lovely with seating areas and a hammock to relax in. Thank you Janita. ##### Kylie Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle Jul 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay. Close to Avalon airport. Comfortable, clean and sweet to look at. Juanita was so helpful and thorough. Will stay here again. ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca Sep 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Just perfect. Would recommend and would stay again. Exceptional location to national and regional parks in the area, nature, food options. ##### Rebecca Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Aug 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good & comfortable bed. Lovely room and good area information ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing and restorative We did not know exactly what to expect when we booked our one night at this little gem. It was just the perfect place to arrive to after our travels throughout Victoria and NSW. It was peaceful and welcoming. Janita was a wonderful no fuss host. She took time to give excellent suggestions for our extra day sightseeing in and about Geelong ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bethany May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little place. We only stayed for one night but it had everything we needed and was nice, clean and comfortable. The host was lovely also! ##### Bethany ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Nov 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Spaciousness clean room Charming Lovely host. ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie Feb 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable room with a spacious shared balcony ideal for lazing around. Close to Serendip and the You Yangs for wildlife viewing and walking, and pleasant walks nearby along Hovell Creek. ##### Julie ### 10/10 Excellent #### Prakash Nov 12, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable and secluded The stay was very comfortable and nature as backyard. Room was clean, well stocked for b/f and Janita was very helpful and communicative. Highly recommend the place to anyone visiting Lara or nearby! ##### Prakash Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki Oct 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice quiet place to stay. Restaurants close by. I was doing the local 10km fun run at the Serendip Sanctuary which was less than two kilometres drive. ##### Vicki Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### GRAEME Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet and comfortable. Could have had a small table and extra small chair. ##### GRAEME Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernest Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Easy to find and ice and quiet! ##### Ernest Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Chiara Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Really good communication from host. Comfortable room / bathroom well set up. ##### Chiara Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn Sep 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice, quiet and well stocked room. Janita stayed up till I arrived to show me the room. 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