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Dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $500
$462 nightly
$500 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Explore the area

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Olinda, VIC
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

With a stay at this chalet in Melbourne (Olinda), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Puffing Billy Steam Train and Dandenong Ranges National Park. .This chalet is 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from Monash University and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Dandenongs.
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What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Olinda G168 Bushland Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Rhododendron Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tecoma Station - 11 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olinda Tea House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kallista Tea Rooms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬4 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.

Vivian's Cottage with Cozy Fireplace. Pet Friendly!

A spacious 4-bedroom, 4-bath forest retreat in the heart of Olinda, designed for families, friends and wedding guests who want to slow down and reconnect in nature.
Set among towering trees in the Dandenong Ranges, this character-filled home offers multiple living zones, vintage charm, a sunny dining area, a balcony with treetop outlooks, and the comfort of private bathroom access for most bedrooms. It is ideal for group stays that want both togetherness and personal space.

A Soulful Home Designed for Wellness & Connection

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Ground Floor – Grounded & Restful

This level is designed for calm, comfort, and family-friendly living.
• Two separate living areas, ideal for reading, quiet conversation, or children’s space

Bedrooms:
• Two queen bedrooms, each with a private ensuite
• One bunk bedroom, well-suited for children

Bathrooms:
• Three bathrooms on this level
• An additional bathroom with a bathtub located next to the bunk room
• Laundry facilities available

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First Floor – Shared Rituals & Slow Living

The heart of the home, where days unfold naturally.
• Fully equipped kitchen for nourishing meals
• Open dining area designed for long, shared meals
• Light-filled sunroom overlooking greenery — perfect for morning tea, journaling, yoga stretches, or candlelit dinners

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Second Floor – Elevated Wellness Retreat

A private sanctuary above the trees.
• Private living area for reflection or quiet evenings
• Queen bedroom with ensuite
• Expansive balcony offering a deeply calming space to unwind while taking in treetop and hillside views

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Parking
• Multiple on-site parking spaces available directly in front of the home
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours are 10pm-9am. This is a strictly NOT A PARTY or SCHOOLIES House. Penalties of $1,500 will apply if this rule is broken.
Firewood Firewood is provided as a complimentary starter pack only and is not unlimited.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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