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Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden

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A room with a wooden table and chairs, a bench outside, and a view of a garden through open doors.
A hot tub with a wooden deck and a wooden fence in the background.
A house with a dark roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.
A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
A wooden gate with a house number sign, surrounded by trees and a gravel path.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Melbourne

Mount Dandenong, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Monbulk Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Knox and Stud Park Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Nunawading Basketball Centre, or consider a night out at Kilsyth Sports Centre.
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Mount Dandenong, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Singleton Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 16 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ripe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪1 in 20 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Private Retreat with Spa and Garden located?

Located in Mount Dandenong, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Singleton Reserve and William Ricketts Sanctuary are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location, the privacy and the fact that this accommodation is pet friendly and fully fenced.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts, great amenities, and a gorgeous house. Definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We had a nice enjoyable time, the place was great and really enjoyed exploring around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lodge is in a great spot and has lovely gardens. Secure fence for family dog, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is absolutely beautiful and has everything we needed for our stay. Great location close to the villages. I took my mum and she loved the communication book with all the rules/how-tos. Deepika is a wonderful host and was so responsive when I messaged her. The bed is so comfortable and we loved the hot tub! I would definitely bring my mum again and my partner here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest little mountain retreat 3 The bed was soo comfy! Loved the heat lamp in the bathroom and the wine and cheese was a beautiful welcoming touch. The hot tub was a perfect temp and we got some firewood from the iga and had a great little fire :) I wish I was back there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, relaxing stay

Thanks for a fantastic space. So relaxing and peaceful. The kitchen and bbq set up is perfect for cooking. Nice to come back after a day of adventures to have something to eat and…The outdoor spa is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter in the Dandenongs

Despite the chilly winter days - this was a lovely cottage that was warm and comfortable. The owner Deep was a great host. And a great contained garden for our dogs. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will stay again

Property Manager Deep was amazing sending through additional pics before our booking as we were traveling with a trailer plus our two fur babies. Phone call or txt away Deep was helpful and easy to reach. Clean and Comfortable stay at the cottage we took full advantage of the spa and fire pit. Location was convenient, great cafes, parks and clothes shops offering dog friendly atmosphere so lovely when travelling with dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved staying here. Incredible location, very warm vibe and felt instantly at home. Definitely intend to come back ! My only issue was I was expecting an indoor fireplace, I didn’t realise it was just a lamp haha. But would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Small cottage/studio style room, very cute and cozy but a few things were missing/ needing maintenance for our stay so we ended up checking out early. The water in the spa is very brown, not sure if it’s meant to be but it made it a bit unappealing even if it’s still technically safe to be in. The coffee pod machine leaks water onto the bench when you leave some water in the tank and we were unable to find any fire starting materials or kindling etc. There are a few amenities missing that would have been appreciated for example thank you for the milk and cheese etc but there were no coffee pods or black tea available. There was also only one glass tumbler for drinking and no conditioner in the shower, only body wash and shampoo.The iron appears to have something burnt to it and it left marks on my partners shirt and bins on the roadside were extremely full when we arrived so struggled to fit anything in.We did appreciate the dog friendly stay, and told the owners the above who apologised and said they would let the cleaners know.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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