Tarra-bulga Guest House & Tea Room
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Tarra-bulga Guest House & Tea Room
Enjoy the simple charm of staying all year round, in a comfortable guest house surrounded by the Tarra-Bulga National Park. It's like a B&B, but refreshingly different. The guesthouse is located in a beautiful spot and there are lots of options for short and long forest walks. Nina and Torben are very attentive hosts and made me feel like at home.

Nina cooks great food (also vegetarian) but there also is a small kitchen with cattle and microwave. By public transport, you can reach Traralgon by train or coach and then take a taxi up to the guesthouse, or if you are lucky (like I was) Nina can give you a ride. The whole guest house was significantly cooler than the hot weather outside and allowed us to sleep in the afternoon when we really needed it.
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The Tarra-Bulga Guest House Caf & Restaurant is situated in Balook - a unique location adjacent to the cool, temperate rainforests of the Tarra-Bulga National Park and surrounds. Built in 1934, our historic building was and still is a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal and a restful night's sleep.
The Tarra-Bulga Guest House is located in Balook, right next-door to the awe-inspiring Tarra-Bulga National Park and in the middle of the Grand Strzelecki Track. Because we're so close to some of the best hiking and walking trails in central Gippsland, we have to tell you about them! In this lovely park there are 6 different short walks ranging from 640m (15mins) to 4.4km (1.5 hours).
Adjoining the Tarra-Bulga Guest House is the quaint and quirky Caf & Restaurant. Specialising in hot cooked caf-style meals as well as simple, seasonal cold dishes, many with a Scandinavian twist. The Caf offers daily Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon Teas and Dinner by reservation (dinner is always available for guests staying at the Guest House).
Reviews (10)
Ken Baker
Ken Baker
Dec 14, 2021
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Friendly staff, food was amazing.. loved the Danish twist on the food.
Walter
Walter
Dec 10, 2021
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Great little guest house for a night or 2 away from it all. Very quiet location. And good food. Even the rosellas approve.
Elwyn Davies
Elwyn Davies
Nov 18, 2021
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Didn’t stay here… was passing thro’ cycling along grand Ridge road… quirky and friendly place and Thomas was up for a chat… great smoothies too
Dianne Hoskin
Dianne Hoskin
Nov 08, 2021
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What a magical place.
Set in amongst some of the most beautiful trees, ferns & scenery in the Tarra Valley region of Vic.
The food was amazing, the coffee was hot & the brownie slice ended our lunch to perfection.
The young man that owns the place was such a wealth of knowledge too.
All home-made, all fresh & all very delicious.
Do yourself a favour & drop in if you’re in the area.
Helene St Clair
Helene St Clair
Oct 12, 2021
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A lovely spot to visit after a walk in Tara bulga park, or just because... Welcoming decor, excellent food and lovely hosts.
Keegan Greig
Keegan Greig
Aug 14, 2021
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Food was ok but the man at the register wearing a Herbalife jumper tried to peddle Herbalife products to us and then told us to put our phone away when we were talking amongst ourselves about the lockdown.
Laurie McDonald
Laurie McDonald
Aug 13, 2021
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We enjoyed the walks and waterfalls in the area. The guesthouse is in a perfect spot to visit. Thomas, provided great hospitalty and a great Danish inspired meal. Thanks!
Cheryl Scott
Cheryl Scott
Aug 09, 2021
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Greeted by beautiful Rosellas out front. Friendly service delicious home made scones.
Loved reading the original 50's guest book signed by visitors from around the world including a Russian spy!
Lovely mid century furniture
Mary Phillips
Mary Phillips
Apr 12, 2021
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Waited for about 10 mins while the male owner chatted away ignoring myself and my granddaughter who just wanted a drink. Previous visits had been great however, thus was very poor customer service. Actually, it was no customer service at all. Won't be back.
Shreya Hegde
Shreya Hegde
Dec 31, 2020
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Wonderful host, amazing food, we sampled the aloe vera before commencing with our meals by the fireplace. The meatballs, creamy potato salad and rye were amazing! The dessert of homemade lemon cake and carrot cake were equally a delight ❤ worth the drive for just a friendly meal