Maddens Cottage - Relax in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine district.
Two bedroom cottage. Restful terrace overlooking lawns and garden, nearby pond in a beautiful native parkland setting. A comfortable, private, and well positioned base for your visits to the best wineries and entertainment facilities the Yarra Valley has to offer.
Property manager
Antoinette and Martin
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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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 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
About the area
Melbourne
Located in Gruyere, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Warramate Hills Nature Conservation Reserve, while TarraWarra Museum of Art and Healesville Glassblowing Studio are cultural highlights. Healesville Sanctuary and Yarra Valley Chocolaterie are also worth visiting.
Rochford Wines Yarra Valley - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
Domaine Chandon Green Point Winery - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Coombe Farm Estate Wines - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
Healesville Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Cockatoo Station - 40 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
No.7 Healesville - 10 min drive
Jayden Ong Winery & Cellar Bar - 10 min drive
Sister Mary Louise - 10 min drive
Alba Paloma - 10 min drive
Healesville Hotel - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Maddens Cottage - Relax in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine district. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Maddens Cottage - Relax in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine district.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Maddens Cottage - Relax in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine district.?
Checkout is at 1:00 PM.
Where is Maddens Cottage - Relax in the heart of the Yarra Valley wine district. located?
Located in Gruyere, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Maddens Rise, Oakridge Wines and Warramate Hills Nature Conservation Reserve. Coldstream Hill Winery and Rochford Wines Yarra Valley are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A perfect experience. The check in process was seemless and communication from the host was clear, prompt and helpful. The cottage is clean, well kept with, completely functional and very homely. The location is absolutely stunning, with amazing views of the valley, surrounding wineries and ranges.
Nestled in the countryside, this charming rustic cottage offers a perfect escape. With a quaint veranda and the soothing sounds of nature, it’s a tranquil retreat. Inside, a cozy integrated living room, dining area and small kitchen. The inviting bedrooms feature plush bedding and natural light, while the lovely garden with wildflowers completes the experience. The abundance of birds and wildlife is an added bonus. Very quite. A true gem for anyone seeking relaxation!
Highly recommend this perfect cottage in a fantastic location!
Such a beautiful and welcoming property. Loved that there was a coffee machine and pods provided, along with a few small additions. Really felt like a home away from home. Sitting on the porch watching the amazing wildlife and taking in the picturesque views, all while enjoying a drink and some food. It really was such a relaxing time away and well suited to family, couples and friends. So many wineries to choose from all within a short drive. There are also many other options suited for families. Cannot thank Martin enough for everything during our stay! Look forward to booking again in the future.
Nicole K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
FIONA
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning place to stay for a cheeky getaway to the Yarra Valley. Perfect location. Wonderful hosts.
A lovely little cottage in a gorgeous tranquil setting. It was the perfect place to relax and unwind while exploring the area. We fell asleep to the sound of singing frogs and woke to the birds. Very happy.
Fantastic everything - location, accommodation and surrounding property, and hosts. Highly recommend for family or friend groups, loved that there was a couple camp chairs to take to vineyard concert we attended (above and beyond). Will absolutely stay again and for longer as soon as we can.
The cottage was clean and well presented, amenities are good. The property is amazing, large garden and grassed areas to walk around and lots of wildlife. We had a fantastic getaway and can’t thank Martin and Antoinette enough for the hospitality they provided.
Maddens Cottage is really a very lovely place to spend time. Really coudn't fault anything and the setting and beauty of the Cottages surroundings is perfect. Both Martin and Antoinette greeted us and were kindness itself.
Diane W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a beautiful, relaxing and quiet area. Away from the hustle and bustle. We were able to wander around the property and it was stunning with the most amazing veiws, of rolling hillsides. The cottage itself was perfect and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again! Communication was great and hosts are lovely! Highly recommend
The cottage was delightful, everything we needed for a quiet getaway. Spotlessly clean and didn’t even see a spider! Marty was there on arrival and very accomodating.
Location perfect. Thoroughly recommend this slice of heaven.
We had such a lovely time; the house was adorable and had everything we needed. It was better than the photos! The grounds were so nicely manicured with beautiful flowers and native plants. It was so peaceful and quiet and the hosts were so lovely. I would definitely recommend and definitely stay there again.
The property was beautiful and the cottage was well presented, cozy and well stocked.
Loved the chickens, ducks and possums we saw around the cottage.
It's so close to local wineries and Healesville, making our adventures so much easier.
Would definitely stay again!
We really enjoyed our stay. The hosts were very welcoming and the property is quiet and spacious. Perfect spot for a weekend getaway in the Yarra Valley.
Great location and lovely cabin - enjoyed our stay
The cabin was just what we needed for a country escape.
Perfectly located close to wineries and only a short drive from Healesville.
The cabin was neat and tidy. We very much enjoyed the fireplace
Had a lovely time staying at Madden's cottage. We were warmly welcomed by Martin & felt very much at home. Two lovely spacious bedrooms - comfy beds! Highlight was the wood fire, star gazing & seeing the ducks & chickens. Thank you for having us - we had a lovely family getaway.
Incredibly beautiful surrounds. A peaceful and relaxing property - good for the soul. The cottage was a really lovely, high quality place to stay, cosy and very comfy, with everything we needed. Very friendly hosts.
A wonderful cottage in the heart of the Yarra vineyards. Clean, peaceful and comfortable. It exceeded our expectations and I would not hesitated to stay again. We hope to come back soon.
We absolutely loved our stay at the cottage! I’m so glad we found it. The cottage is in a perfect location - minutes to wineries such as Chandon and Dominique Portet, and also very close to the cute town of Healesville. It’s quiet, cozy & also roomy enough to fit two couples comfortably. The spacious lounge room (in between the bedrooms) perfect place to play board games with a glass of wine from a local winery. The beds were super comfy. We had everything we needed, including wood for the fireplace. Martin is an excellent host, the check-in process was simple. Martin is also very responsive & kind. I would definitely recommend this property, and have already recommended it to my family & friends. I hope to visit again someday. Thanks for having us :)
Miranda J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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