Summary:
Australia’s first mirror home — a rare and one-of-a-kind escape where luxury and nature blend seamlessly. Designed to reflect the beauty around you, this architectural masterpiece is as breathtaking as the landscape itself. Thoughtfully curated with sleek, considered fixtures and finishes, the comfiest DrRest queen mattress, a cloud-like Bonny doona, and crisp linen, it’s made for slow mornings and starry nights. Whether you’re gazing out or sinking in, every moment here is pure indulgence.
The Space:
Mirror Home | Yarra Valley No.1
Welcome to Australia’s first Mirror Home, nestled within the Historic Tara Rise Gardens, once part of Australia’s Open Garden Scheme and host to the Victorian State Opera. Now, they’re yours to wander. Minutes from Healesville township, Healesville Sanctuary, world-class wineries, and museums — this is your gateway for a unique and unforgettable escape.
The Mirror Home isn’t just a place to stay — it’s an experience. Park just 50 metres from your home and follow the beautiful path in — a considered arrival to your DSTNTN experience. Inside, panoramic views of the ancient, towering trees are with you from the bed, kitchen, and shower, bringing nature indoors and immersing you in the beauty of the landscape. The mirror finish reflects the ever-changing beauty of the surroundings—from golden sunsets to vibrant spring leaves—offering a sense of connection to the world outside like never before.
Luxury Inside: Hotel-quality bedding, DrRest mattress, cloud-like Bonny doona, DSTNTN robes, projector experience with 20 classic films, electric blanket and Leif bath products. In your room, sleeping in and taking it all in is easy.
Luxury Outside: Extra large wave bathtub, fire pit, 2 chairs, BBQ, outdoor dining, and a rotunda for relaxing and unwinding by the lake. Access to the historic gardens to roam around and take in the legacy of 'Tara Rise'.
Eco-Conscious Design: Solar-powered, off-grid, and modern Cinderella incineration toilets.
Inclusions
• Smeg toaster & kettle, Nespresso machine and coffee pods, T2 tea, Bobby soft drinks.
• A charcuterie board to craft your own cheese board, perfect for in-bath nibbles.
• Egyptian cotton linens, Bemboka towels and DSTNTN robes.
• Games to connect.
• DSTNTN slippers (you can take these sole mates home with you).
No WiFi. We think your device will be the last thing on your mind, but don’t worry — you’ve still got service if you need it.
Guest Access:
The Gardens: Framed by towering Californian Redwoods and Himalayan Cedars, these famous gardens have been influenced by Ferdinand von Mueller, the former director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, more than 100 years ago.
Stroll through walled gardens and citrus groves, or curl up by the fire pit beneath a breathtaking Sequoia tree. Find a quiet moment with a book, enjoy a bath admiring the ancient trees and their stories, listen to the chorus of birdlife at dusk, or lay out a picnic in the rotunda as the afternoon light filters through the trees.
The Neighborhood:
Just 5 minutes from Healesville township and 1 minute from Healesville Sanctuary, you’re perfectly positioned in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Yarra Valley’s finest wineries, restaurants, and hidden gems await — just minutes from your DSTNTN Room.
Other Things to Note:
Things you need to know about your off-grid stay
The experience
DSTNTN may look like a luxury hotel in its design, but the experience is completely different. It’s an off-grid stay designed to immerse you in nature, stillness and considered design. Each DSTNTN location is shaped by its natural environment, creating a stay that feels considered, immersive and meaningfully different.
Toilet system
The home uses a Cinderella incinerating toilet system, designed in Norway. It’s a clever and innovative off-grid system and often a point of fascination for guests who appreciate thoughtful technology and design.
Power system (solar)
The home runs fully on solar power, allowing you to enjoy an off-grid experience while staying connected to nature. The home is designed around mindful energy use, so high-energy appliances such as the split system are used thoughtfully rather than continuously. To help us keep the home running comfortably on solar, EV charging isn’t available and we ask that guests leave hairdryers at home.
Heating & cooling
The home has a solar-powered split system for heating and cooling, along with an electric blanket and a quality doona for cooler nights.
DSTNTN is designed to work in harmony with its natural environment — giving you the opportunity to slow down, switch off and experience something genuinely different.
Interaction with Guests:
We're available from 10am to 8pm and will respond to you promptly. While we may not be on-site, we can troubleshoot most issues for you and with you. For emergencies outside these hours, please call 000.
