Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025

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A room with large windows, wooden beams, and a bookshelf with books.
Kitchen, dining, living, front deck under island bar fridge
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable seating area, and a view of a lush garden through large glass doors.
A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books, large windows offering a view of a forested area, and a chandelier hanging above the table.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the garden.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sassafras, VIC
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alfred Nicolas Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Forest Room

1 Queen Bed

Kookaburra room

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Melbourne

Located in Sassafras, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Monbulk Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dandenong Ranges National Park and Ferny Creek Bushland Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Cream at Sassafras and Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Sassafras, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alfred Nicolas Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Colehurst Crescent Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cream at Sassafras - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 7 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ripe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪1 in 20 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monbulk Fish Shop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Dandenong Ranges Holiday Home of the year 2025 located?

This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Cream at Sassafras and Alfred Nicolas Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful white lodge

The location is lovely with the giant Mountain ash trees. Very well appointed, clean, and the heating was amazing. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2024
That warms our hearts, thankyou !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and just as described. We had a wonderful stay in beautiful, quiet surrounds. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2025
Thank you for the respect you and your family showed toward our house, very much appreciated and welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil and relaxing

It was a gorgeous house in lovely surroundings. I would recommend this property for families and groups of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2023
Thank you Natasha 😃
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family stay at mountain retreat

Thank you Robynne and Nic for hosting us! We loved the place and felt so spoilt by the beautiful surroundings, and the warm and inviting home. The fireplace was perfect for a rainy day and the rooms were well appointed which met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2024
Thank y for this lovely review, you are welcome back anytime, so glad you enjoyed our house Alena
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

Perfect property for a family getaway. Everything you need is there. Very comfortable and warm even in mid winter. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2023
So glad you enjoyed Whitelodge, to encourage excellent guests like you to return one day, we offer 10% discount. Hope to see you again Ruth, cheers Nic and Rob.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

This house feels modern and well designed, but also like a well-loved family home; the living areas feel both spacious and cozy. We liked it very much. Great location looking out over temperate rainforest, feels very private and peaceful. You can walk into sassafras along the road and then up a trail along the creek, about 1km. Great communication with owner, all the amenities you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
Thanks Tom, that’s a great review !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most beautiful weekend. Beds and linen luxurious and so comfortable. Open fires red wine walks in the forest and visits to Kallista Olinda and Olinda falls. No wonder this home won the house of the year award! We had a lovely visit from parrots and cockatoos. Everything we needed was here. Thanks so much. We can’t wait to visit again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2025
You are welcome back any time and thank you for leaving our house in such immaculate condition, really appreciated and thanks for this lovely review Laura.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This was the best Accom I’ve booked online, so homely and comfortable, has everything you could possibly want, exactly as per the listing. The heating was even on when we arrived. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. If we have the pleasure of visiting the area for another occasion we’d love to stay again, thank you so much..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding

We loved this property. Check in was easy. House was presented nicely and was warm and cosy. 3 bathrooms with 8 eight people made getting ready a breeze. Everything that you need is supplied. Garden is absolutely beautiful. Stunning house, would recommend this property to my friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Such a lovely review, that’s what it all about! Thank you Cheryl.10% discount if you ever return 😃
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful setting for our wedding preparations

We stayed here with our bridal party to get ready for our wedding. The kitchen is so well equipped to host and prepare dinner. The BBQ is great and there are indoor and outdoor settings for the whole group to sit. Comfy beds, spacious lounge rooms and bathrooms. A great house to host a larger group. The garden is lovely and the surrounds so peaceful. The whole property allowed us to get so many amazing photos before leaving for the wedding. Robynne and Nic were easy to communicate with and very helpful. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2024
Thank you for this lovely review, 10% discount for your anniversary Lauren 😃 welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fairies at the top of the garden

A magical place in every respect. Attention to detail and comfort in abundance. Small children wandered the enchanting garden looking for a glimpse of faeries in the tree ferns. Beautiful birds in their natural surroundings. Warmth permeated the whole house. Chef Mark produced a magnificent meal with impeccable service. Restoration for body and mind in a wonderful house situated in a superb forest
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
You review warms our heart, thank you for leaving our house so clean and today, so glad Chef Mark made your night special, welcome back any time (10% discount) Nic and Robynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed here the night before my wedding. The hosts were very accomodating with letting us use the beautiful house in the morning to get ready for the wedding and to take photos. Everything was comfortable, easy and it is a beautiful house. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury high country escape with clean crisp air, comfortable beds, lovely living rooms to relax

Everything was smooth, and Nic and Robynne were easy and pleasant to deal with. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend

What a beautiful property! We could not have asked for more and absolutely loved our time here. The house is absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Many thanks Lauren and thank you for leaving the house immaculate, it is very much appreciated, welcome back any time ! (10% discount next time!😃)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible!

What a home! Got ready here for my wedding and everything was just so beautiful, I didn’t want to leave! The communication from Robynne was also delightful. Could not recommend any higher!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2021
Thank you Johanna, so happy to have been a part of your very special weekend, come again for your anniversary 😃 Rob and Nic
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic propert in Sassafras

The house was fantastic and very comfortable. Had everything we needed. Beds very comfortable and the kitchen was fully equipped for our chef’s dinner. Great house for a few couples as it has 3 bathrooms. The garden is beautiful and we spent the bulk of the night near the fire place. The only bad thing was that we had to leave.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A homely retreat you must experience....💜

The property was beautiful, clean and homely. We were provided with ample information instructing us how to use all amenities within the home (heating! So important!), in addition to places that may be of interest for us to visit. We were pleasantly surprised by just how well stocked the property was, every comfort or need we possibly wanted from home could be found and available for use. Such a beautiful home with much character to offer. From listening to the birds first thing in the morning, to appreciating the lush green surrounding rain forest, it was exactly what were were looking for. The hiking tracks suggested in the info pack were quite an amusing experience, imagine survivor, I've never seen so much mud to slip and slide on!!! It was so much fun and so beautiful. 😅 We also had two nights meals cooked by Chef suggested by the owers, his name is Mark. What an experience, Mark came in both nights, prepared, cooked and served everything. Even better, he cleaned up! We found Mark to be a very friendly man to have in the home, surrounded by our family at the end of the day. A great chef, he took so much pride in the meals he served, being sure to make sure everything was what we wanted and up to standard (which is was and way above). I'd definitely recommend you have a meal or two cooked by Mark, we certainly will when we return. To sum up, home amazing, owners helpful and Marks food to die for. Thanks so much for having us during such uncertain times. Sam and family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2020
Thank you so much Sam, this is what we strive for. So glad you enjoyed our house and chef, you have warmed our hearts, please come again anytime. Nic and robynne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT HOUSE

Our group of 8 girlfriends enjoyed a great stay at Robynne & Nic's house. They were accommodating with check in and available for any inquiries. The house is private, tastefully decorated and functional. Would recommend this house for your family or group. Although the village is a short drive we stayed most of the time enjoying the laid back atmosphere in the house but there a cafes, nice restaurants and shops within a 10 minute drive. A short drive from the suburbs meant that we were enjoying our getaway within 40-50 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Many thanks for choosing our lodge for your special getaway and thanks for the respect you showed our house Tracey, come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
Sarah and Shane were good guests and we would recommend them to other hosts and welcome them back anytime. Thank you Sarah and Shane
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