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🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool!

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View across pool over the Yarra Valley.
Heated October to April
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Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Lilydale, VIC
  • Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool!

Yarra Valley Views is a charming and newly renovated home just out of Lilydale in the beautiful Yarra Valley. With three luxurious bedrooms and two oversized bathrooms, you can step inside and immediately relax. Or jump into the pool and cool off before enjoying a BBQ on the back verandah. Local Champagne, chocolates and cheese platter & biscuits provided on arrival. Bacon, eggs, bread and essentials for breakfast for your first day also supplied.

Bed and bathrooms:
The two upstairs bedrooms boast views across the magnificent Yarra Valley and on a cool spring morning, the valley floor is covered in a soft layer of cloud and often dotted with colourful soaring hot air balloons.
The large modern bathrooms have large walk-in rain showers, heated towel rails and luxury towels. There is an ample supply of shampoo, specialist soaps and an hairdryer in each bathroom. The two upstairs bedrooms have extra comfortable mattresses, quality Sheridan linen, luxurious carpet, flat screen TVs, reverse cycle air conditioners, bath robes and beautiful views across the pool to the valley and beyond.
The third bedroom has a double bed and the same quality mattresses, bath robes and Sheridan linen. All beds have soft electric blankets, choice of pillows and extra blankets available. There are two separate lounge areas with comfortable couches and armchairs and soft woollen throws. The downstairs floors are traditional polished parquetry and rough-cut slate. There is a large flat screen TV, DVD player and powerful reverse cycle cooler. There are ceiling fans in all rooms.

Kitchen:
The kitchen has a wide gas oven and stovetop with all the pots, pans and utilities required to whip up some great food. There is a modern dishwasher and large fridge and freezer stocked with local produce for your home made breakfast looking out over the valley.
We have a nice herb garden for use and seasonal citrus available to be picked fresh from the tree. There are all the coffee options you can desire – expresso machine (traditional type), 12 cup filter machine, plunger and of course good old instant and for the rest there is fresh leaf tea – herbal and traditional. There is a complimentary bottle of local Yarra Valley wine in the fridge plus more available for purchase. For the longer stay we have automatic clothes washer and dryer with complimentary washing powder. There is an iron and ironing board for your use.

The pool is 12m long and is heated to 27C between November and April. Pool towels are provided.

Finally to help you relax and enjoy your stay we have an ample supply of fiction and non fiction books, a broad collection of DVDs, board games and a CD player with an iPod doc. There is free good speed WiFi to download your favourite movies. In the warmer months you can cook on the gas or traditional wood BBQs in the El-fresco dining area or walk down to the 12m pool and have a BBQ lunch and swim. We have a kettle BBQ, Japanese style charcoal grill and small spit rotisserie available for use. There is a sprawling garden in which you can wander and unwind from the stresses of the modern world.

Yarra Valley Views is ideal for one, two or three couples to relax and forget about the hectic world in one of Australia’s most visited regions. We have a two night minimum booking on Weekends, it is the entire house. Easter and Christmas have a minimum five day booking of the whole house and we are happy to discuss long term bookings. We live on site in a separate house and are there to ensure your stay is as perfect as it can be. As long time residents of the region we can help you find something in the area that will entice and impress. Yarra Valley Views is not a party venue and limited guests are welcome but please inform us of times and numbers.

The Region:
The Yarra Valley is home to over seventy wineries, 100+ restaurants, natural forests of massive Mountain Ash, several world class golf courses and the magnificent Healesville Sanctuary. You can easily spend a week taking in the sights, the local food and wine all in fresh clean air. Of course you can sit on the balcony, in the outdoor lounge or the el-fresco dining area and take in fantastic views whilst sipping on some local wine, beer or the newcomer – Yarra Valley Gin. There is a group of local Rosellas and parrots that are regular visitors and a flock of Sulphur Crested Cockatoos in summer. Stay a bit longer and take a drive to the ski fields (2.5 hours), cross country skiing (1 hour) Phillip Island and the penguins (2 hours) or head into Melbourne for a day’s shopping (1 hour). We are only five minutes from the 40km iconic Warburton Trail along which you can walk or ride through the valley.
Pick the right time and you can take in a show at the 130 year old Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre or head out to Rochford Wines for one of their many large concerts. There is also Tarrawarra Museum with its classic art collection and Lilydale Museum with its reflection on the life of Dame Nellie Melba. For those with a sweet tooth there is the Chocolate Factory and its amazingly delectable chocolates. Yarra Glen has its own racecourse with trots and horse racing regularly during the year. The Yarra Valley and the Dandenongs are famous for their gardens and parks from the stunning creations at Alowyn Gardens in Yarra Glen to the famous Olinda Botanic Gardens (ex - Rhododendron Gardens) and William Rickets Sanctuary in Mt Dandenong.

Really a visit to Yarra Valley Views (short or long) is the perfect opportunity to see some of the best food, wine and gardens in the world whilst staying in serene luxury.

Property manager

Clive Larkman
Premier Host

Languages

English, Indonesian

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Additional Child on fold out sofa
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside is okay, please clean up as needed
The venue is not suitable for parties and visitors.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Lilydale, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Coldstream Hills and Yering Farm Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Puffing Billy Steam Train and Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers. Consider Rochford Wines Yarra Valley for a night out or Yarra Valley Chocolaterie if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Lilydale, VIC

What's nearby

  • Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lillydale Lake - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Coombe Farm Estate Wines - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Lilydale Station - 5 min drive
  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 30 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harrow and Harvest Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Billy Goat Hill Brasserie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse Mount Evelyn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🍸🍾 Summer is here, stay at Yarra Valley Views. Enjoy the views and the pool! located?

This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail, Coldstream Hills and Lillydale Lake. Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! Picture perfect
What a lovely place. spectacular views that invite you outside. Indoors is tastefully decorated and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Beautiful home with a stunning backyard!
We spent most of our time enjoying the pool, and it was a wonderful place to stay. The owners are absolutely lovely and welcoming. However, there were a few details that weren’t fully clear from the listing.Communication was minimal, and while the house was left unlocked for us, no keys were provided—even after reaching out to the owner for the lockbox pin. This meant we had to leave the house unlocked when we went out, and at night, we would have preferred to secure the doors, especially with young children who tend to explore. Given the pool and the size of the property, having the ability to lock up would have provided extra peace of mind.Additionally, we had expected a more private setting, but the property is part of a working nursery, and the owners’ house is just a few metres away. The pool is also shared with the owners, though they were away for most of our stay, which allowed for some privacy.Another detail that was misleading in the listing was the mention of a hot tub—unfortunately, there was no hot tub or bath available.Overall, it’s a beautiful place with kind hosts, but these details are worth considering for those looking for a fully private retreat or specific amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We really enjoyed our stay - to be able to visit people and do some touristy things both in Melbourne and in the Yarra Valley, but also be able to relax in comfort away from everything at the end of the day was a blessing. Can't recommend this place enough
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
The house and view are both amazing. The hosts are very welcoming and lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrion B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fantastic again!
For the second time we enjoyed a wonderful stay with Di and Clive. The house and the birds around the house are great and the view over Yarra Vally is so incredibly beautiful. We enjoyed a wonderful stay and the hospitality of Di and Clive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelley b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly stay away!
We had the most wonderful stay at Yarra Valley Views! Clive and Di were SO accommodating, more than happy to help in any way to make our stay as comfortable as possible! The home was beautiful, very comfortable and the pool was just heaven! We’ve already rebooked as we loved it SO much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Views
A lovely property with stunning views in a great location.Clive & Di were very friendly and welcoming.The house has everything you need.We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wadad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful
We just loved this place, so quiet and peaceful with the most amazing views, the perfect place to unwind. The house was clean and had everything that we needed on hand. Hosts Di and Clive were so friendly and accommodating, we definitely want to come back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerrion B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wunderful stay, it was amazing!
We had a fantastic stay in a very charming house, everything was perfect and the house is very comfortable. The views are amazing and the view from the heated pool is fantastic. We highly recommend this property.Thank you Di and Clive, we had a wunderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bern D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
We had a fantastic weekend, the accommodation is very good and comfortable. The views are fabulous and we spent a lot of the weekend in the pool! Highly recommended for a great weekend away! We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Views & bird-life
We were a family of 6 adults so the house was the perfect size for us.House was well equipped, clean and comfortable. Di & Clive were easy to communicate with and help if we required anything. The accomodation is close to all of Yarra Valley's attractions. The welcoming champagne & cheeses was lovely as was the supply of eggs, bacon & bread for our breakfast! The bathrooms were very luxurious. We especially enjoyed the views, large garden and the visits from the local parrots!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend stay
Thanks to Clive and Di for a wonderful family long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MAREE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular Views!!!!!
What an AWESUM!!! Quiet area, Beautiful Old house very clean, comfy beds, bacon n eggs, cheese platter n wine on arrival, very welcoming host, and lovely clean pool, wished we could stay longer to spend more time in the pool. Thank you so much Di n Clive for a lovely stay. Maree, Tanya, Kellie and Pam from Tassie
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was a delight, and the property managers are superb- excellent attention - highly recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Fantastic property, beautiful location, amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most dreamiest view!
Absolutely stunning property and views over the Yarra Valley, felt like you were in your own tropical paradise. The pool was perfect and Di and Clive kindly gave us a later check out so we could enjoy it a bit longer. The cheeseboard and bubbly on arrival was also hit as well as the fresh bread, bacon, eggs for brekkie. Thank you for making our girls weekend so special, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway so close to melbourne
We had an amazing time at yarra valley views. The pool was heated so the day it rained we could still take a dip, as well as at night. Floating in the pool overlooking the mountain views made you feel you were in a resort over seas. The cheese platter on arrival (they had me at cheese) and wine was perfection and the added breakfast was a bonus. The linen and towels were great, and the extra added amenities were well thought out. The kids loved walking through the orchid picking some fresh fruit. We were able to get a few lemons, mandarin and a small handful of blackberrys. We had some visitors from some lovely birds and cute little bunnies. It feels so far away from everything but town is so close and you can even uber over some dinner or groceries. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Beautiful house with amazing views. Plenty of room and facilities for our Family group of 6 adults. Such accommodating hosts. We loved our stay and would visit again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Althea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
What a fantastic view from the house and when you are in the pool. Well equipped house, comfortable and great location. Home away from home! Thank you to Di and Clive who made us feel very welcome, not to mention the supply of basics and bubbles… highly recommend this property… we were sad to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jules p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
A great place for a family get away. The house was lovely, clean and tidy with everything we needed. We all loved the heated pool and Barney the dog. Will defiantly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING
We had such a wonderful getaway. Clive and Di are such beautiful people and fantastic host's. Thank you for having us. we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karoline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Post Wedding Bliss
The perfect location to relax after a busy day getting married :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randi A., Caulfield North

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely
House up on a hill- over looking the yarra ranges just beautiful. Had a quiet restful stay. Sheridan towels, bathrobes, linens, toiletries, cheese boards in the frig with a bottle of champayne to welcome us! Clive and Di could not have been nicer and accomodating! The bird seed is a must! It welcomes 25 varieties of Australian birds! From black cockatoos, to rosellas, to 2 different types of lorikeets, king parrots, sulphur crested cockatoos, finches! Glorious!!! Please GO!! The teenagers were relaxed- everyone enjoyed! Thanks Clive and Di! Was fabulous!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Clive Larkman

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Di and Clive are long term nursery operators in the Yarra Valley. Clive was born in Sri Lanka and came to Australia in 1962. He grew up in Vermont then spent five years travelling Asia, Europe and USA prior to settling at the family nursery in Lilydale. Di was born and grew up in Forbes NSW before living in Sydney and then Adelaide. She met Clive in 1990 and moved to Lilydale the following year. Di has three boys from her first marriage. One lives in Western NSW and is married with three girls. The other two work at the family nursery and one lives in Lilydale with his young daughter. The other lives in Yarra Junction with his wife and daughter.

Why they chose this property

Clive's mother (Stephanie) and father (Barry) bought this property in 1986 to run their small nursery. Barry passed away in 1989 a few months after Clive returned from Europe. He and Stephanie managed the business and then Di joined them in 1991. Clive and Di built a second house on the property in 1993 and have been there every since. Stephanie went into a aged person home in 2016 and passed away in 2019. Clive and Di felt that the house and views were so good that it made a perfect bed and breakfast venue. They spent three years renovating the house and finally in January 2020 were able to list it.

What makes this property unique

Yarra Valley Views has an amazing view and because it was a family residence for many years it is well equipped for visitors to settle in and enjoy the region. It is just out of Lilydale which is the start of the Yarra Valley proper and guests easily go north to Yarra Glen or Healesville, east to Warburton or south to Silvan/Monbulk and the Dandenong Ranges. It is set well back from the highway so is private and quiet. It has lots of birds, fresh air and open space yet is less then an hour from central Melbourne.

Languages:

English, Indonesian

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