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Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy

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A modern house with a stone facade, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp and a potted plant, a white bedside table drawer, and a closet with a robe hanging.
A living room with two black armchairs, a white coffee table, a fireplace, and a view of greenery outside.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of a fenced pasture with trees and a clear sky.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel oven, a black stovetop, and a window with a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Emerald, VIC
  • Place, Puffing Billy Railway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Bushland Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gemco Community Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · 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

Located in Emerald, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Carlei Estate and Monbulk Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fountain Gate Shopping Centre and Westfield Knox. Travelling with kids? Consider Gemco Community Theatre and Puffing Billy Railway. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.
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Emerald, VIC

What's nearby

  • Puffing Billy Railway - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Emerald Bushland Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Gemco Community Theatre - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 43 min drive - 57.8 km

Getting around

  • Emerald Station - 3 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Railway Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bam Bam Italian - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Monbulk Fish Shop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Penny & A Pickle - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy located?

This family-friendly Melbourne cottage is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cardinia Reservoir, Gemco Community Theatre and Puffing Billy Railway. Emerald Bushland Reserve and Clematis Park Bushland Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km). Emerald Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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
Lovely place Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful farm stay

Nice place to stay for a quiet time with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family stay

The cottage was cosy, clean and comfortable and had everything we needed and more. Lovely setting and easy drive into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay

Property was well look after very well maintained and the owner had really great knowledge of a nice place to eat. Very happy with our stay and will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2024
Thankyou Jeb for your lovely review. It was a pleasure hosting you. We would love to welcome you back anytime. Take care.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Farmstay

Gorgeous cottage with everything you could need for a short or long stay. Convenient to Emerald township, it’s an excellent base for a Dandenong Ranges holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb, 2023
Thanks Danielle for your lovely review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. We'd love to welcome you back again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cottage!

Our young family had a wonderful stay here. The cottage provided everything we needed and the breakfast provisions were exceptional. The location ticked all of our boxes. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overnight stay

Amazing property in a beautiful location. Clean and well presented with everything you would need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2023
Thankyou Robert for your lovely review. It was a pleasure hosting you. Hope to see you again some time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Our stay was wonderful. Amazing place to stay with kids. So clean and beautiful. Everything was provided to us, great service. The owner is a very nice lady. We loved it and will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Beautiful setting, accommodation was perfectly clean and Rebecca provided everything for a lovely breakfast. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
Thankyou so much Sheridan for your lovely review. It was a pleasure hosting you and your family. I hope your able to visit again one day. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

stayed one night for wedding

very clean owner easy to deal with and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Thankyou for your lovely review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant !

Amazing host, beautiful cottage, felt extremely safe and the surrounds were breathtaking. I have already re booked!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2022
Thankyou so much Stefanie for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again. See you soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply perfect

This gorgeous cottage is situated in the most sumptuous grounds. Enjoyed a great stay with my 16yo. The house had everything we needed, including very generous breakfast offerings. The beds were super comfy. And to top it off our host even gave us a lift back after we did a great walk to Cockatoo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Easy way to rent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful break

A fabulous mini break. The property is amazing. It has everything we needed and more and is impeccably kept. Beautiful views, so I felt relaxed as soon as a arrived! The kids loved feeding the horses and jumping on the ginormous trampoline! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2022
Thankyou Jacqueline for your lovely review it is very much appreciated. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We would love to welcome you back anytime. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect night away

Beautiful property, everything had been thought of. Made for a fantastic night away with friends with delicious ingredients ready for our breakfast, thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2021
Thankyou Lisa for staying with us. It was a pleasure hosting you. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. Take care. Regards Rebecca
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding stay

Gorgeous clean cottage. We loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2021
Thankyou Trisha. I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you. Take care
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect In Every Way

My friend and I had the most relaxing stay. Every necessity was catered for with the most relaxing environment. I couldn't fault it in any way. Thankyou so much for such a wonderful weekend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning! Beautiful well equipped cottage.

We stayed for a long weekend and loved it! Breathtaking views, well equipped cottage and the kids loved feeding the ponies.Some of our highlights were the great breakfast provisions, gas log fire, books & magazines, toys & games, bathrobes & slippers, wine & chocolate on arrival, wifi & netflix, great linen and heated towel rail. Such relaxing weekend and the gardens were beautiful. Thank you Bec, all the little things makes it extra special! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much Karen for your lovely review. It's great to hear about all the things that made your weekend enjoyable. We really appreciate you taking the time to give a review. All the best and hope to host you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice place

I’ve enjoyed everything there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Thank you Fadi for taking the time to write a review. It is appreciated. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you back anytime. Regards Rebecca, Emerald Ridge B&B
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