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Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong

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Bedroom
Exterior
A modern bathroom with a white sink, gold faucet, and a wall-mounted light.
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong

In the heart of picturesque Mount Dandenong (only 45 min from Melbourne CBD) is a luxury romantic hideaway, one of Mt Dandenong's best kept secrets. Forest Edge is perfect for 2 lucky guests.

A home away from home, four poster queen bed, open fire, indulgent spa, kitchenette with a Continental breakfast hamper included for the first morning of your stay.

While staying in this gorgeous BB you will experience the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges flora and fauna as Merrow is nestled among giant mountain ashes, centenary tree ferns, colourful camellias and rhododendrons, hydrangeas, magnolias...

Merrow Cottages are superbly located just 1km from Olinda where you can find a bottle shop, a bakery, a supermarket and restaurants. We are only 10 min from SkyHigh/Observatory and close to most wedding venues. Perfect for honeymoons! We have more accommodation on site if you would like to prepare for your wedding nearby.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9218918ha
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 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 neighborhood

Melbourne

Mount Dandenong, a neighborhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cape Schanck boardwalk are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens. Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers and Australian Rainbow Trout Farm are also worth visiting.
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Mount Dandenong, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tree Fern Gully Track - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Tecoma Station - 14 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olinda Tea House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong on Jun 14, 2026 start from $339, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong located?

Located in Mount Dandenong, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dandenong Ranges National Park and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Dandenongs and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing place we have ever stayed at! From the enchanting forest to the dreamy layout of the cottage, it ticked all the boxes and more! Emelia was extremely accommodating and prepared the cottage for a luxurious welcome. Absolutely loved it here and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2025
Hi Richard, wow! Thank you! We're thrilled (as is the owner) with your review. So pleased you enjoyed your time at Fern Cottage, and we look forward to welcoming you another time. Warm regards, Emelia, Valley Ranges Getaways.

About the host

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