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Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax

2.0 star property
Holiday home in Melbourne

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Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Olinda, VIC
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Melbourne

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Dandenongs and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens. Highlights at this holiday home include a washing machine. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Olinda holiday home include Lyrebird Haunt Bushland Reserve and Olinda Bushland Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Olinda Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Alfred Nicolas Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 13 min drive
  • Tecoma Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ripe - ‬7 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.

Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax

Welcome to The Idaway Retreat, your cozy home-away-from-home nestled in the lush hills of Olinda, right on the doorstep of the Dandenong Ranges. Designed for families and groups, this spacious retreat comfortably hosts up to 13 guests with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, offering the perfect balance of comfort, warmth, and breathtaking natural beauty.

Step inside to discover inviting living spaces featuring a crackling indoor fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and large windows framing panoramic views of the surrounding forest and hills. Every corner is crafted for relaxation from the cozy reading nooks to the open dining area perfect for shared meals and laughter.

Outside, enjoy peaceful mornings with birdsong, or unwind on the deck as the sun sets over the ranges. You’ll be just minutes from Olinda’s charming cafés, gardens, and walking trails, yet tucked away enough to feel like your own private sanctuary.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a group reunion, or a quiet mountain escape, The Idaway Retreat welcomes you with warmth, style, and the magic of the hills.

The main house comprises of 5 bedrooms accommodating 9 guest for the price listed

4 PERSON COTTAGE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AT ADDITION COST OF $200 PER NIGHT ONLY AVAILABLE WITH FULL HOUSE BOOKING (bedroom 5)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Extra Cleaning fee may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Extra Cleaning fee may apply
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. Note from host: Extra Cleaning fee may apply For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax?

No, Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax?

No, pets are not allowed.

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