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Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax
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Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Dryer
- Bathtub
- Non-smoking
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
About this property
Remodeled historical cottage w/indoor firepit, lovely place to relax
Welcome to The Idaway Retreat, your cozy home-away-from-home nestled in the lush hills of Olinda, right on the doorstep of the Dandenong Ranges. Designed for families and groups, this spacious retreat comfortably hosts up to 13 guests with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, offering the perfect balance of comfort, warmth, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Step inside to discover inviting living spaces featuring a crackling indoor fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and large windows framing panoramic views of the surrounding forest and hills. Every corner is crafted for relaxation from the cozy reading nooks to the open dining area perfect for shared meals and laughter.
Outside, enjoy peaceful mornings with birdsong, or unwind on the deck as the sun sets over the ranges. You’ll be just minutes from Olinda’s charming cafés, gardens, and walking trails, yet tucked away enough to feel like your own private sanctuary.
Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a group reunion, or a quiet mountain escape, The Idaway Retreat welcomes you with warmth, style, and the magic of the hills.
The main house comprises of 5 bedrooms accommodating 9 guest for the price listed
4 PERSON COTTAGE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AT ADDITION COST OF $200 PER NIGHT ONLY AVAILABLE WITH FULL HOUSE BOOKING (bedroom 5)
Step inside to discover inviting living spaces featuring a crackling indoor fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen, and large windows framing panoramic views of the surrounding forest and hills. Every corner is crafted for relaxation from the cozy reading nooks to the open dining area perfect for shared meals and laughter.
Outside, enjoy peaceful mornings with birdsong, or unwind on the deck as the sun sets over the ranges. You’ll be just minutes from Olinda’s charming cafés, gardens, and walking trails, yet tucked away enough to feel like your own private sanctuary.
Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a group reunion, or a quiet mountain escape, The Idaway Retreat welcomes you with warmth, style, and the magic of the hills.
The main house comprises of 5 bedrooms accommodating 9 guest for the price listed
4 PERSON COTTAGE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST AT ADDITION COST OF $200 PER NIGHT ONLY AVAILABLE WITH FULL HOUSE BOOKING (bedroom 5)
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About the area
Melbourne
Olinda, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this holiday home. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Knox and Caribbean Markets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Basketball Centre or Nunawading Basketball Centre.
Olinda, VIC
What's nearby
- Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
- Olinda Bushland Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
- Lyrebird Haunt Bushland Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Puffing Billy Steam Train - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
- Belgrave Station - 13 min drive
- Tecoma Station - 13 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- Edison Bakehouse - 5 min drive
- Micawber Tavern - 11 min drive
- Olinda Tea House - 3 min drive
- Miss Marple's Tea Room - 7 min drive
- Cork On Cook’s Corner - 8 min drive
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