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A Cottage in the Forest

Cottage with free parking, near Dandenong Ranges National Park

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Deluxe Cottage | Private kitchen
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 330 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$456
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Explore the area

Map
452 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd, Olinda, VIC, 3788
  • Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Exterior

Deluxe Cottage

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Melbourne

This cottage places you steps from Dandenongs and within a short 5-minute stroll of Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features free WiFi, a fireplace and a furnished patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include premium bedding, a jetted bath and a rainfall showerhead. An iPod dock, a dining area and a separate bath and shower are also available. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 16 min walk
  • Sherbrooke Forest - 5 min drive
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 8 min drive
  • Olinda Falls - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 8 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 8 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Patch Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kallista Tearooms and Pantry - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olinda Tea House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Cottage in the Forest

Cottage with free parking, near Dandenong Ranges National Park
As a guest of A Cottage in the Forest, you'll find spa services, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Melbourne cottage is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Melbourne cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • In-room massages

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Travel cot

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • IPod dock

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.6 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.6 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the cottage before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Cottage Forest Olinda
A Cottage in the Forest Olinda
A Cottage in the Forest Cottage
A Cottage in the Forest Cottage Olinda

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at A Cottage in the Forest?

Yep, A Cottage in the Forest has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space).

How much does it cost to stay at A Cottage in the Forest?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Cottage in the Forest on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$455.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at A Cottage in the Forest?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does A Cottage in the Forest have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at A Cottage in the Forest?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at A Cottage in the Forest?

No, A Cottage in the Forest does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at A Cottage in the Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at A Cottage in the Forest?

No, only service animals are allowed.

A Cottage in the Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaili

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views. Amazing place to stay definitely will have to come back. So peaceful didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen, Papua New Guinea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect exactly as described. Amazing location wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nev, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect romantic mountain bush get away
Secluded panoramic view of mountain ash & ferns. Private with plenty of Parks Vic gardens near by to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

steve and ally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great cottage, beautiful view and has everything
Fantastic place, ambient, comfortable and close to some great restaurants and everything the mount offers

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Beautiful little cottage, had a lovely peaceful break. Loved waking up looking out at the tree ferns and hearing the birds. Well set up, the cottage has all you need to spend a romantic weekend. Close to the local villages, would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sublime vue, sublime cottage ; du romantisme à l'état pur !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019