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Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
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Dinner Plain, VIC
- Place, Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead7 min walk
- Place, Mount Hotham Alpine Resort9 min drive
- Place, Mount Hotham13 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Family room
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Loft
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom laundry
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain
Spacious alpine retreat in a quiet Dinner Plain cul-de-sac. Perfect for families and groups, close to village cafés, trails, and Mt Hotham shuttle. Cozy woodfire, comfy beds, and everything you need for a relaxing mountain escape all year round.
This spacious three-bedroom alpine lodge offers comfort, warmth, and room for everyone to relax. Spread across three levels, it sleeps up to ten guests and combines cozy mountain charm with all the modern amenities you need for an easy, enjoyable stay in Dinner Plain.
**Ground floor:**
A gentle set of steps leads to a welcoming entry lobby with seating for boots and gear, plus a drying room and full bathroom/laundry with shower, toilet, washing machine and dryer. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is ideal for gathering with family or friends. Enjoy the slow-combustion wood heater set against a local stone hearth, or curl up in the window seats and take in the alpine views. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and stove, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, pantry, and all the crockery and glassware you’ll need. Step out onto the deck to enjoy the mountain air and peaceful surrounds.
**First floor:**
The master bedroom includes a king bed (convertible to two singles), bedside tables, and hanging space. The family bedroom features a queen bed and two additional singles through an archway — perfect for kids or extra guests. The family bathroom has a luxurious corner spa bath with overhead shower, and a separate toilet for convenience.
**Loft:**
Up the stairs (no ladder climbing required) you’ll find a flexible sleeping space with a king bed (or two singles) plus two more singles. This cozy upper level also has its own TV, making it an ideal retreat for kids or teens to unwind.
Echo Base blends rustic alpine character with practical design — offering comfort, space, and a true “home away from home” feeling in every season.
What we provide:
- The beds will be made up upon your arrival. Please let us know what arrangement you would like: To make sure we have everything all ready for you, could you please confirm which beds would you like made up:
Master - king OR two singles
Family room - queen and two singles
Loft - king and two singles OR four singles
- There will be a bath towel for each guest, and a bath mat and hand towel for each bathroom
- The kitchen is stocked with all the crockery, glassware and utensils you’re likely to need
- We provide limited dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, scourers, sponges and toilet paper
- There will be some dry wood, kindling, matches and fire lighters by the fire, and further wood can be found in the woodshed on the deck
What you’ll want to bring:
- We have a pod coffee machine but you’ll need to bring your own pods (any suitable for a Nespresso machine) or ground coffee for the plunger
- If you’re a movie buff, we have video cables ready to access next to the TVs so plugging in a laptop or media player is nice and easy
Please feel free to email Jess if you have any queries in the lead up to or during your stay. We will require your mobile phone number so that we can advise you of the door code on the morning of your check-in.
- Unfortunately our lodge is not suitable for pets
- There is strictly no smoking inside
- Please be respectful of the neighbours – guests having parties or who are being noisy and disruptive will be asked to leave
This spacious three-bedroom alpine lodge offers comfort, warmth, and room for everyone to relax. Spread across three levels, it sleeps up to ten guests and combines cozy mountain charm with all the modern amenities you need for an easy, enjoyable stay in Dinner Plain.
**Ground floor:**
A gentle set of steps leads to a welcoming entry lobby with seating for boots and gear, plus a drying room and full bathroom/laundry with shower, toilet, washing machine and dryer. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is ideal for gathering with family or friends. Enjoy the slow-combustion wood heater set against a local stone hearth, or curl up in the window seats and take in the alpine views. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and stove, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, pantry, and all the crockery and glassware you’ll need. Step out onto the deck to enjoy the mountain air and peaceful surrounds.
**First floor:**
The master bedroom includes a king bed (convertible to two singles), bedside tables, and hanging space. The family bedroom features a queen bed and two additional singles through an archway — perfect for kids or extra guests. The family bathroom has a luxurious corner spa bath with overhead shower, and a separate toilet for convenience.
**Loft:**
Up the stairs (no ladder climbing required) you’ll find a flexible sleeping space with a king bed (or two singles) plus two more singles. This cozy upper level also has its own TV, making it an ideal retreat for kids or teens to unwind.
Echo Base blends rustic alpine character with practical design — offering comfort, space, and a true “home away from home” feeling in every season.
What we provide:
- The beds will be made up upon your arrival. Please let us know what arrangement you would like: To make sure we have everything all ready for you, could you please confirm which beds would you like made up:
Master - king OR two singles
Family room - queen and two singles
Loft - king and two singles OR four singles
- There will be a bath towel for each guest, and a bath mat and hand towel for each bathroom
- The kitchen is stocked with all the crockery, glassware and utensils you’re likely to need
- We provide limited dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, scourers, sponges and toilet paper
- There will be some dry wood, kindling, matches and fire lighters by the fire, and further wood can be found in the woodshed on the deck
What you’ll want to bring:
- We have a pod coffee machine but you’ll need to bring your own pods (any suitable for a Nespresso machine) or ground coffee for the plunger
- If you’re a movie buff, we have video cables ready to access next to the TVs so plugging in a laptop or media player is nice and easy
Please feel free to email Jess if you have any queries in the lead up to or during your stay. We will require your mobile phone number so that we can advise you of the door code on the morning of your check-in.
- Unfortunately our lodge is not suitable for pets
- There is strictly no smoking inside
- Please be respectful of the neighbours – guests having parties or who are being noisy and disruptive will be asked to leave
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Dinner Plain
Dinner Plain is home to this holiday home. Mount Hotham Alpine Resort and Playground Chair are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Hotham and Alpine National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Dinner Plain, VIC
What's nearby
- Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 9 min drive - 12.6 km
- Mount Hotham - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
- Bright Visitors Centre - 50 min drive - 80.2 km
- Mount Buffalo National Park - 58 min drive - 91.2 km
Restaurants
- The General - 11 min drive
- the bird - 12 min drive
- Zirky's Cafe - 12 min drive
- Chill Bar & Cafe - 12 min drive
- Elements Bar & Dining - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
26 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fiona K.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fiona K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fiona K.
1 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly Echo Base
Fiona K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cameron B.
28 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical getaway
Cameron B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Fiona K.
9 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what you need for a trip to the high country!
Fiona K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan F.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family base for snow adventure
Ryan F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arjuna k.
26 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to get away
Arjuna k.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dilani K.
26 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
dilani K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Huyen H.
23 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Huyen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David E.
15 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin in great location
David E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Huyen H.
15 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Echo Base
Huyen H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gammana P.
17 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and a warm house
Gammana P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Glenda J.
27 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ECHO BASE is AWESOME!
Glenda J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Ishan M.
26 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm, Comfy tiny igloo
Ishan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark L.
20 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our high expectations
Mark L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monica S.
23 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
Monica S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerryn S.
1 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total Relaxation
Kerryn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timothy F.
16 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snow stay
Timothy F.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tariq M.
3 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning place to stay
Tariq M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dilani K.
24 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent .Property maneger is very good and property is very clean.kitchen is excellent .
dilani K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Belinda F.
22 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Belinda F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jacob O.
18 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent clean property. This is better than how it looks in the listing.
Jacob O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beau H.
18 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay, clean property
Beau H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
joshua c.
8 Jun, 2018
Bloody ripper place
joshua c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Jessica Rutherford
I’m a busy working mother who loves travel, good food, and the outdoors. We fell in love with Dinner Plain years ago and wanted to create a comfortable alpine home that families could enjoy in every season — whether for snowplay, hiking, or just relaxing by the fire.
What makes this property unique
Warm alpine getaway for all seasons
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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