I traveled to Port Macquarie to do the County Energy Ironman Triathlon in April. I am from the US and was with my wife and daughter, who is 16. We found Gretel and Ian to be very gracious hosts. They were extremely friendly, and made us feel very welcome. We had a downstairs 2 BR suite with a small kitchenette,... more

Ian and Gretel were impeccable hosts providing us with delicious breakfasts each morning. We stayed a week in the Frangipani Suite which was spacious and extremely comfortable. The location was good; only a few minutes from the town centre. more

Just spent 3 nights at this B&B and would recommend it to anyone. Only drawback for some is that they don't take young children, but for us baby boomers this was a definite plus. Host Ian and Greta were fantastic, friendly, very helpful and presented their property immaculately. Normally we stayed at a motel in Port in times past but... more

My Japanese wife & I stayed with Ian & Gretl 4 2 weeks!! We were looking 2 buy a property in Port, & over breakfast I.&G. gave us lots of useful advise on the area. They always had time 2 sit down with us & have a chat!! When not chatting away, we kept our eyes open 4 Koalas &... more

A colleague and I recently spent three nights at Woodlands. As statewide educators we frequently stay in B&B's or motels as we travel around NSW therefore are well positioned to comment on comfort and service available at a number of locations. We both agree that the quality of Woodlands is second to none and the hospitality afforded us by our... more

This was our second stay at Woodlands and as we expected was as wonderful as the first, Ian and Gretel excel as they are both friendly and helpful and always make you feel welcome and more like old friends than just guests. The accomodation is excellent comfortable and all that you need, breakfast well let's just say you will not... more

A perfect place to relax & unwind - every detail was taken care of with a minimum of fuss. Woodlands exceeded our expectations -better and more spacious than the website suggests. Our private bedrooms and bathroom were very well appointed and more comfortable than similar rated hotels. The living areas were vast, yet homely with several very comfortable lounges to... more

John and I had a really lovely weekend stay. We will always remember our 40th wedding anniversary. Ian and Gretal made us feel very welcome.The accommodation was excellent, very private and the breakfast and service was very good. The pool was great and the grounds were beautiful. I would most certainly stay with them again. more

E,mail interaction and such friendly responses to our initial inquiry set the scene for our five night sojourn at Woodlands. The website does not do it justice. Although we thought the literature looked attractive on arrival we found it quite stunning and further enhanced by the natural friendliness of the hosts, Ian and Gretel. Spotlessly clean, wonderful food, first class... more