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10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
2 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, great hosts
Lisa L.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
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Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Deck or patio
Explore the area
Dromana, VIC
- Arthurs Seat State ParkPlace, Arthurs Seat State Park2 min walk
- Bracken Ridge ReservePlace, Bracken Ridge Reserve3 min walk
- Rosebud BeachPlace, Rosebud Beach19 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea
Opposite the Arthurs Seat Eagle base station and enjoying Dromana ocean views from both expansive decks. Butterfly Dromana offers two adjacent properties for the ultimate beach and hinterland getaway. The Dark House, and next door The Light House both feature 4 bedrooms each, covered deck area, living/dining areas and sleeps up to 9 guests per house.
Just 1km walk to the beach, plenty of local cafes, shops and restaurants and only minutes by car to wineries and attractions of the Hinterland.
Bright and spacious, this perfectly located 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property is the perfect place to relax and enjoy everything the Mornington Peninsula has to offer!
Please search for Butterfly Dromana Light House should you wish to book both properties or contact the host directly.
Just 1km walk to the beach, plenty of local cafes, shops and restaurants and only minutes by car to wineries and attractions of the Hinterland.
Bright and spacious, this perfectly located 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property is the perfect place to relax and enjoy everything the Mornington Peninsula has to offer!
Please search for Butterfly Dromana Light House should you wish to book both properties or contact the host directly.
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 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
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number STRA0166/22
Property # 9718980
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Melbourne
Located in Dromana, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Peninsula Hot Springs and Arthurs Seat State Park, while Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park and Peninsula Studio Trail - Judy Reekie Studio are cultural highlights. The Enchanted Adventure Garden and Red Hill Cheese are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
Dromana, VIC
What's nearby
- Arthurs Seat State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bracken Ridge Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Rosebud Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Dromana Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
- Moorooduc Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Wombat Cafe & Store - 3 min drive
- Laneway Espresso - 3 min drive
- Pj’s Burgers - 3 min drive
- Wildflower Cafe - 4 min drive
- Stella's Dromana Hotel - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Butterfly Dromana The Dark House: Where the mountains meet the sea located?
Located in Dromana, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat and Arthurs Seat State Park. Bracken Ridge Reserve and Rosebud Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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About the host
Hosted by Claire Russo
Local Butterfly Tribe Andrew, Claire and their 3 kids live just nearby, so please feel free to contact us for any needs during your stay! We also run Butterfly Red Hill-
Farm House, Gallery and Gardens event space.
Farm House, Gallery and Gardens event space.
Why they chose this property
We love living on the Mornington Peninsula, and these properties offer the ultimate location nestled between beach, mountain and the entrance to the hinterland's amazing collection of wineries, restaurants, hot springs, and family adventure parks.
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