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Echuca's Winter Blues festival 24-26 July. Why not stay at Hodgson House, Echuca's B&B on the Murray River? Our promise is we will pamper you!

 

Hodgson House, AAA 4 1/2 star rated, Echuca's B&B on the Murray River

Spoil yourselves relaxing by the Murray River, listen to the birds and the haunting sound of a paddlesteamer as it makes its way up the river, walk along a river track away from  the bustle of town and unwind.  Life in a big city is so hectic and what do you want in a break? Peace and tranquility where you are close to nature. When you sit at our private picnic table and enjoy the wonderful view of the Murray River, you'll understand why we love it too! - If you'd like to see the view click on the "Murray View" tab  - it takes a few moments to download the photo but it is a wide-angle view from our picnic table - so you you can judge it for yourself! (Kookaburra photo thanks to Ian Robertson)

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Hodgson House streaming video 

If you have broadband (ADSL or Cable) you can view a short high quality streaming video by following this link -  video  - you  have to a load a small utility but streaming videos give you a good quality image - so we believe you'll agree it's worth it to get a real feel for what Hodgson House offers before you book!!

Located on the Murray River at Echuca, Hodgson House is a haven by the River, which offers you the combination of country-style living with river access, red gum forests and close proximity (3 kilometers) to Echuca's historical wharf area.  Hodgson House is rated 4 1/2 stars by the RACV (AAA Tourism) so you know there is everything you'll need for a luxury getaway but what  guests have said is more important -  they have felt at home at Hodgson House! Take a few minutes to see for yourselves what others have discovered in our Guest Book and may be visit http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk - it's an independent website giving reviews from all around the world. The Age/Sydney Morning Herald Good Weekend included Hodgson House in the their 52 Weekends Away published in 2008 - the only Murray River property included in their list for 2008. 

One of our guest book entries  was Janelle & Tony  from Newcastle, who wrote "Wonderful warm hosts as warm as their cosy fires. Great fishing, beautiful accommodation and a cute dog that loves walks. The private dinner is something very special and amazing! The best B&B experience we have had!" Janelle & Tony went fishing with Murray River Fishing Tours and caught a 70cm Murray Cod. Photo shows Janelle & Tony with the prized Murray Cod. 

Ben, a local chef cooked the cod for them at Hodgson House making it a very special occasion. (A big thank you to both of you as we had the leftover Murray Cod for dinner the next night and yes - it tasted fabulous!)

Book Hodgson House Echuca

To book by EMAIL or phone Anne on 5482 2128, we'll make sure you feel at home too!. Anne hates to disappoint potential guests and so we recommend if you have a special weekend planned, call us, book early and reserve your room - we have never charged a cancellation fee (though we always reserve the right if 3 days notice is not given). Similarly, we always recommend to our guests to book the restaurant of their choice early to avoid disappointment - there's a great choice of restaurants in Echuca with food to suit everyone's taste!

Online Availability & Booking options

New to Hodgson House on our Rates & availability  page includes an online availability and booking facility. We would still prefer to hear from potential guests on the phone but we understand the advantage of being able to check if rooms are available as easily as possible. Our promise to everyone is that we will keep the calendar up-to-date so that you can rely on it when planning your break!

We've been told we have best location in Echuca - judge for yourself and see where we are! You can see how easy access is from Hodgson House to the Port of Echuca by getting a Map of Hodgson House. Want to see photos of the house?  For a photographic tour of Hodgson House  go to our Photo Gallery.

Stay 2 nights and you will be welcomed at Hodgson House with a complimentary bottle of local wine and anti pasta platter which you can enjoy on our private picnic table by the Murray River.

Hodgson House is Echuca's only B&B on the Murray River!

Traditional B&B with cooked breakfast and homemade goodies!

Anne and Allen of Hodgson House have taken the fundamental rules governing the traditional English B&B - good rooms and a great breakfast with friendly, welcoming hosts  - and simply updated them a bit. Originally their family home, Hodgson House is a modern home with a wonderful vista over the redgum forest to the Murray River. Each bedroom has its own ensuite and separate entrance. Like in the better, traditional English B&B's, you are pampered with home-made goodies and are given the chance to taste local produce whenever possible. Anne makes her jam and bakes biscuits and cakes. Orange juice is always squeezed fresh in the morning from Perricoota oranges while local wine and port is also offered. "self contained" is a dirty word at Hodgson House, with Anne and Allen cooking, cleaning and providing informed local knowledge on the best places to visit, eat and shop in Echuca.  You are there to be welcomed and to rest - not having to cook your own breakfasts or wash dishes - it's your getaway and you deserve a little luxury!

There are many guest comments we have appreciated such as Jacqui & John from Castlemaine who stayed and said,  "One of the best! A B&B is much more than just a 'bed'. It is all the other things, but none more so than the personality of the hosts. So here, we had it all!" 

Since opening in June, 2004, we've met so many wonderful people and it's nice to know we are still doing it right - Carlie & Patrick who stayed with us said, "Terrific place to stay - the food, wine, pool, river, bed, room, little dog, hosts, chairs (for the river), platter, etc - all perfect! The highlight was sitting on the riverbank, toes in the water drinking the included rosé, watching the passing parade of boats after eating the included platter. "

With only two bedrooms, the privacy and service you want is assured but you'll need to book early for that special occasion to avoid disappointing your loved one!

Enjoy an Echuca weekend getaway

There is no need to compromise for a night, a weekend or a week!  Hodgson House is the perfect choice for bed & breakfast (bnb) accommodation in Echuca and the Murray River so getaway from the city for a night or a weekend now. 

See the paddlesteamers live on the Port of Echuca webcam - there's plenty of water in the Murray River and lot's of activity at the historic Port.

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To book, our email address is info@hodgsonhouse.com.au or call 5482 2128 and chat to Anne about your needs. 

Contact Information

Owned and operated by Anne & Allen Perry, Hodgson House can be contacted at:

Telephone
+61 3 5482 2128
Postal address
66 Wharparilla Drive, Echuca Vic 3564
Email
info@hodgsonhouse.com.au 

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Date site last updated was; Saturday, 27 June 2009

 

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