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Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.

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A modern house with large windows, a wooden deck, and a potted plant.
A room with a wooden door frame, a bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A table with a bottle of wine, two glasses, a plate with cheese and grapes, and a chair.
A snow-covered building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and snow-covered branches.
A living room with a fireplace, white sofa, red pillows, and a glass coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep

    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.

  • Onsite parking available

    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Hot tub on site
  • Breakfast included
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Healesville, Mt Toolebewong, Victoria
  • Place, Mallesons Lookout Bushland Reserve
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Yarra Ranges National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Healesville Sanctuary
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Large two person bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.

We have two cottages on 10 acres of garden and forest.
Each cottage has views over the Yarra valley to Melbourne city. They are designed to the same standard and quality.
Set in beautiful gardens there is also a walk through 7 acres of natural forest on the property.
Wombats, wallabies, lyrebirds and a great variety of native birds live and move through the gardens.
At Lyrebird Cottages you are surrounded by nature. Vineyards, cafes , shops and Healesville Sanctuary are 10 to 15 minutes away when you want to explore the valley.
Located in the heart of the Yarra Valley the cottages are spacious (90 m2) perfect for a weekend or extended stays with our discounted rates for longer stays.
Each cottage has off street parking for one vehicle adjacent to the cottages. If you have two vehicles extra parking can be pre-arranged.
Accommodation includes generous provisions for a cooked breakfast. Please let us know if you are vegetarian or you are gluten free. All linen and towels are provided. Towels are changed after the third day.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9007061
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mount Toolebewong

Located in Mount Toolebewong, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Innocent Bystander Winery and Four Pillars Gin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mallesons Lookout Bushland Reserve and Badger Creek Bushland Reserve. Consider Rochford Wines Yarra Valley for a night out or Healesville Sanctuary if you're travelling with kids. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Healesville, Mt Toolebewong, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Mallesons Lookout Bushland Reserve - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Yarra Ranges National Park - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • TarraWarra Museum of Art - 18 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Four Pillars Gin - 18 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 42 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mare Coffee Co. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sammys Charcoal Chicken - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cunninghams Hotel - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Zoncello Yarra Valley - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Beechworth Bakery Healesville - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lyrebird Cottages, Silver Wattle cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley. located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mallesons Lookout Bushland Reserve, Healesville Sanctuary and Healesville Sanctuary. Yarra Valley Railway and Badger Creek Bushland Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 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. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners were lovely and helpful. Rooms were very clean and organised and the views were amazing. Breakfast provisions were great too, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Away

Great property and excellent hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet relaxing getaway

Wonderful, comfortable property well off the beaten track. Very quiet and relaxing and an ideal base to explore the area and Healesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely quiet place. Lots of nature and native animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

It was a great place to stay. The location was spectacular and the cottage was extra roomy, spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. Tessa and Stuart were very welcoming and friendly and we highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Silver wattle “hidden retreat”

Beautiful cabin, we had much needed relaxing stay , Tessa and Stewart made sure every thing in the cabin is high standard, we enjoyed their delicious lunch /dinner menu . We will love to come back and will highly recommend for friends and family .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Break

This is a superb place for a relaxing break. Great views, wildlife and comfort. Away from the hustle but within a easy drive of food and drink. The meals provided as an extra by the owners were delicious. Would recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
With views to the city we are surrounded by nature and there are many cafes and vineyards a short drive away. The cottage is warm and cosy in winter and a cool mountain retreat away from the summer heat and the hustle of the city. Hope to see you again when you are next in the Yarra Valley.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home away from home

This cottage had everything we needed and more. Loved the personal touches and ability to order food and wine from the property although we never used the service. Beautiful area to walk around and definitely worth staying at the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Hi Kirsten, really glad you enjoyed your stay. Many guests come for longer stays as there is much to see or do in the area or just time to enjoy the birds, animals and views and in winter the warm wood fire and spa bath is the choice of many. Tessa and Stewart
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cottage was extremely cosy and very comfortable. Owners were very welcoming and helpful. Loved seeing the lyrebirds wandering around, as well as abundant bird life with the occasional wallaby or three. Such a relaxing stay, will definitely be back to recharge the batteries. Thank you Tessa and Stuart 😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little getaway

I had the pleasure of staying for three nights at the property for a midweek creative getaway and it was fabulous staying at the Lyrebird Cottages. The facilities were immaculate and the location was peaceful and it was a joy to listen to the birds. Stewart and Tessa were great hosts and made sure that the experience was exceptional. Thank you and see you soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We are lucky to be in a wild and natural part of the beautiful rural Yarra Valley. Lyrebirds, wallabies and wombats right up to the cottage and below us the vineyards, art galleries, restaurants and shops when you want them. Really glad you enjoyed the cottage. Tessa and Stewart
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely serene location

Lyrebird cottages was set in a lovely tranquil location, Silver Wattle cottage was clean and comfortable. The breakfast provisions (eggs, bacon, bread, cereal, butter, jam, milk, juice) were great and the owners provided excellent information prior to/during our stay. We were fortunate enough to see the Autumn leaves, pick chestnuts from the property and see a few lyrebirds as well. I would definitely recommend Lyrebird cottages for a weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lyrebird Cottage

Had a great time, beautiful clean and well presented cottage. On our first day there we went for a walk around the property and got to see a Lyrebird in the tree making clacking noises and raising its plumage it then flew down in front of us and then mimicked lots of different birds, it was an amazing experience which we got on video on our phone. Spent the night at the cottage and then went to the Healesville sanctuary the next day and got to see lots of Australian native animals and an amazing dinosaur display. Had dinner at the Bodhi Tree restaurant, there is an actual tree inside the restaurant which the barn like premises is built around. Had some nice pastries from the Beechworth bakery. On our last night at the cottage we had a nice relaxing spa bath and enjoyed a night in the front of the wood burner. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Loved it! The cottage was very lovely, very clean and well presented. Beautiful quiet location situated close to Healesville and Warburton. It was a perfect ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

We had such an amazing time. The cottages are so cosy. Great for a wkend escape up in the hills but still close enough to town. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect romantic gateaway

We were very happy to stay away from the civilization, on the top of the mountain where all that matters is that precious time with your beloved one. Not much to say but a wonderful gateaway indeed. We had stunning wild birds come to visit us looking for very close encounters with us which made the place even more memorable. Had the priviledge of seeing the dance and complex song of the lyrabird imitating the songs of countless birds kookaburra included, in the middle of the bush. Just probably good to point out the panoramic views shown in the pictures are not visible anymore, all covered by trees except a tiny spot where the city is visible.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Really glad you saw the Lyrebird displaying, it is quite a sight. The trees have grown and changed the view to the west from the cottage but you can still see from the city skyline across bayside to Frankston. Our guests last night watched the city New Year fireworks from their balcony. As the forest changes the view from the cottage to the south has also opened up as the old trees fall. There is now a view right across to the Dandenong ranges from the cottage in that direction. Glad you both enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you next time you are staying in the Yarra Valley.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Views of the forest

Lovely cottage, idyllic setting, great views, cool climate, thoughtful hosts, wildlife, poor access for shopping, what is there not to like about Lyrebird cottages!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
That's what we think too! A great place to get away from it all, especially at this time of the year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Getaway

My partner and I stayed here for one night and absolutely loved this place. The owners were communicative and friendly and the cottage was clean, cosy and had everything we needed. Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Hope to see you back again - each season has a really different feel up here.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil getaway with excellent vista and grounds

This is a perfect location if you're looking to escape the rat-race and enjoy the wholesome creature comforts of an open fire, and deck with bbq and wondrous view, or simply your very own hillside forest and walk. All amenities are provided and the property is pristeen, light and very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Really glad you enjoyed both the cottage and the beautiful nature around us. The cottage is architect designed to be filled with light and to be spacious for longer stays as well as weekends. Hope to see you both again when you next stay in the Yarra Valley.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to relax

Great spot to relax
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect winter getaway

A beautiful and peaceful property high up in the rainforest. We had a fantastic stay, loved the indoor fire place and enjoyed the stunning scenery on the drive up to the cottage. Thanks so much for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
It is great to be inside next to a wood fire on a cold winters day, really glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you back maybe in the summer when we are above the heat of the valley in the cool of the mountain forest with Melbourne as a backdrop in the distance.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lyrebird Haven

The cottage is in the perfect location for quiet and for spotting wildlife. The kitchen is well stocked with basic supplies and our hosts provide meal service and a wine selection. The abode is furnished comfortably and there is a good collection of books and DVDs for the evening. Location is near Healesville Sanctuary, wineries and great bush walks. Altogether a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property situated in the heart of Yarra Valley, lovely relaxing atmosphere..

Arrived with a warm welcome, beautiful and prompt service. A place we would definitely go to again, situated closely to shops, restaurants and various delicious wineries. Thank you again Stewart and Tess for such a memorable weekend away..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property in stunning woodland setting

Had a sensational weekend here seeing so much wildlife including lyrebirds. Stewart has such wonderful attention to detail, making this a truly special location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Exceeded expectations!

Couldn't have asked for anything more, beautiful little house and surroundings such a perfect spot to stay if you are looking for a quiet and relaxing space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much for your comments Emily - peace, quiet and relaxation in beautiful surrounds are exactly what we hope we offer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A lovely cottage with every amenity you could afl for. The breakfast pack was also delightful.

It was wonderful, even though my partner was a little surprised and frightened when she discovered a moth on her brassiere this morning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Really glad you enjoyed your stay despite the moth! Native animals are all around and are a delight to us and our guests. Even when a wombat climbed the stairs and ambled around the cottage deck at 3.00am waking our guests recently, they felt happy to have such a close encounter with nature and a good story to tell their friends! The wombat scurried away as fast as he could when the guests opened the door. Hope to see you back at Lyrebird Cottages when you are again in the Yarra Valley.

About the host

Hosted by Stewart & Tessa Lockhart

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Having travelled the world as backpackers for a number of years, we finally chose this beautiful mountain top to put down our roots. We love meeting people from different countries and cultures, speaking different languages and getting out there exploring on our bikes or on foot.

Why they chose this property

We have lived at Lyrebird Cottages since 1997 and the cottages have been open since 2003.
We moved here from central Melbourne to live surrounded by nature but we are only just over an hour to the centre of Melbourne.
The cottages are architect designed to use solar passive design and be light filled. They are spacious and cosy for longer stays as well as short mid-week and weekend getaways from the city.

What makes this property unique

Lyrebird Cottages is about 1 hour 15 minutes from Hoddle street in Melbourne CBD, a short drive and complete change from urban life.
Beautiful mountain top views, lyrebirds and wombats wander the garden and around the cottages.
Only the sound of birds and at night the song of frogs in the garden. There is seven acres of natural forest on the property which a path winds through.
The cottages are clean and modern with every comfort.
Spacious bathroom, bedroom and living areas and a full size kitchen.
They are heated by wood fire and electric heating and each cottage has a large spa in the bathroom. A large private balcony has seating and a barbeque and overlooks the garden. The cottages are about 20 metres apart and are completely private. Wireless internet is provided.
At Lyrebird Cottages you are surrounded by nature. Vineyards, cafes , shops and Healesville Sanctuary are 10 to 15 minutes away when you want to explore the valley. A perfect destination for a weekend break or a longer stay with our discounted rates for longer stays.

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