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A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a dishwasher, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A dining room with a wooden table, light blue upholstered chairs, a vase with flowers, framed artwork on the wall, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, a wooden countertop, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a yellow lamp.
A garden with a gazebo, a patio table, and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Monbulk, VIC
  • Place, Frank Irvine Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Monbulk within a short walk of Dandenongs, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Frank Irvine Reserve. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Frank Irvine Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lyrebird Haunt Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dandenongs - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monbulk G172 Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 10 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ripe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Monbulk Fish Shop - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Hollies

Nestled on 2.5 acres of secluded gardens and trees, The Hollies is a peice of Hills History.

Circa 1910, this 114 year old property oozes charm, warmth and character that is synonymous with a Home in the hills.

you will feel the same sense of calm and peace that made us fall in love with The Hlovingly our family home when we purchased and lovingly restored the home in 2014. there are still minor external garden works happening in and around the 2 and a half acres of property however around the home is completed.

Central to all the major gardens, walks, wedding venues and attractions nearby aswell as just a 5 min walk to Nathania Springs. There is a plethora of amazing things to
Do nearby that will see you either enjoy a peaceful stay of cafes, gardens and nature walks or enjoy some local national iconic attractions such as Puffing Billy, The National Rhododendron Gardens, TreeTops Belgrave.

This is our family home we have opened up to
share our love of the home and area to others to enjoy as we have done so this past decade.

The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: damage caused by children will a incur fee

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 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Monbulk within a short 8-minute walk of Dandenongs and also 18 minutes on foot from Frank Irvine Reserve. You'll also find Dandenong Ranges National Park and Sherbrooke Forest within a short drive.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is about 28.9 mi away.

The Hollies Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a stunning property. Couldn't recommend it more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Jay is very professional, and his home is comfortable and the views are incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025