Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6106 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Mount Dandenong, Victoria

Dandenongs
‪1 min walk‬
Dandenong Ranges National Park
‪3 min drive‬
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
‪5 min drive‬
Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)
‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

The semi-detached Windmill Lodge is a stunning, recently renovated limestone cottage, with tranquil forest views from every window. The open fireplace invites you to gather and relax. You will love the newly renovated kitchen. The bathroom is unforgettable, with heated flooring, ambient lighting and a luxurious extra-large tub overlooking the rainforest. Outside you'll find a stunning paved courtyard immersed in ferns and sitting under the windmill. The lodge shares a wall with neighbours. No loud parties. STRICT NOISE CURFUEW 10 PM.

Property manager

Renee

Languages

English, Swedish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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: 50

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Melbourne

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Mount Dandenong, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cape Schanck boardwalk are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Olinda G168 Bushland Reserve. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens are also worth visiting.

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What's nearby

Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Olinda Falls - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Puffing Billy Steam Train - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

Melbourne Belgrave Station - 12 min drive
Tecoma Station - 13 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪Montrose Fish & Chipperie - ‬10 min drive
‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬7 min drive
‪Skyhigh Dandenong - ‬5 min drive
‪Mary Eats Cake - ‬11 min drive
‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river located?

Located in Mount Dandenong, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Dandenongs and Tree Fern Gully Track. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and National Rhododendron Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Renee

The Fernglen Forest Retreat is a family run retreat offering 5 beautiful cottages immersed in 7 acres of private rainforest with 150 year old towering mountain ash. The property has a bubbling brook running through it and is home to a variety of birds and native animals. We offer the cottages individually and also the entire retreat and grounds can be hired for weddings and events.
Please look up our website for further information and to get in contact. We look forward to hearing from you.

Why they chose this property

ON SITE SAUNA

We provide an onsite sauna with outdoor shower and bath, all set within a lovely private bush setting of forest views. Please understand that this is not included in your booking and can be booked for an additional fee via our website or by messaging us directly.

PETS

Your pets are welcome but must always be on leash when outside to protect wildlife. Please bring your own pets food requirements, bowls and bedding and please ensure no pets on the furniture. All pet waste is to be cleaned up by guests. Please refer to the Pet policy which will be sent to you after your booking. We charge an additional fee for pets to stay.

ON SITE MASSAGE

Indulge yourself with an in-house massage, facial or body treatment provided by Balance Mountain Day Spa Olinda.

What makes this property unique

Winding down the driveway you’re transported into an idyllic forest paradise, an oasis of private lush green rain forest, set on 7 acres of towering mountain ash trees and giant tree ferns. Sit and meditate by the private brook, discover the mini waterfalls, feed the friendly rosellas, king parrots, kookaburras and our impromptu resident cockatoo. Look out for the wombats and wallabies and even deer. If you’re wanting to immerse yourself in the healing virtue of nature, if you’re needing peace and quiet, spiritual, emotional, or physical rejuvenation, this retreat is for you.

While you’re with us treat yourself to Mount Dandenongs numerous tourist, natural and cultural attractions, gardens, bush walks, restaurants, music, cafés, specialist art and curio shops, not to mention the many wineries of the nearby Yarra Valley.

We look forward to welcoming you at the Fernglen Forest Retreat.

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