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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kalorama, VIC
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, William Ricketts Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Kalorama, this cabin is next to Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs. The cabin includes a fireplace, a microwave, and a Smart TV.
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What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 47 min drive - 30.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lilydale Station - 16 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 18 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪York on Lilydale - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morrison Cafe Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views

One of the earlier homes built in the Ranges, this unique century old Mountain Ash Log Cabin has been extended and updated over the years to create an enchanting haven to call home whether it’s for a night, a weekend or forever. One of the three remaining log cabins built by pioneer Jack Dodd (another being Kelly’s Hotel in Mt Dandenong). Often, you’ll be above the clouds or among them adding to the cathartic ambience. The romantic log-lined lounge hosts a cozy wood fire with a glass of love.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features 2 bedrooms. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
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Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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: 15
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 not indicated whether 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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cabin?

This cabin is situated in Kalorama, just steps from Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs. You'll also find William Ricketts Sanctuary and Olinda Falls within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views ?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views ?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each cabin and a fireplace in some.

Are there hot tubs at Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is about 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views ?

No, there aren't any cabins with balconies at Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views .

Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Saw a deer each morning walk. She was the same one each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls weekend

Immaculate property. Responsive host. Incredible city views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great views but not for the faint-hearted

The property pictures do show the quaintness of the property - it is an old cottage but updated with a good bathroom, great views etc. We enjoyed our stay & it was a great place. We were surprised at how steep & narrow the driveway was however - the first couple of times driving up there we had to be extremely careful - not much room for error!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekender

Loved everything about this property. Can’t wait to come back. It would have been good to have enough firewood to satisfy our two night stay, rather than having to spend another $40 to buy more from the local servo. Apart from that, it was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025