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'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay

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A house with a wooden deck, a porch with string lights, and a small outdoor seating area.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, a television, and a red sofa.
A house with a sloped roof, a porch, and a small garden area.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a wooden table, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a beige and white bedspread, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Ferntree Gully, VIC
  • Place, Knox Leisureworks
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Schanck boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Koolunga Native Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Melbourne

Ferntree Gully, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Winton Wetlands, while Puffing Billy Steam Train and Drum Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Basketball Centre, or consider a night out at Westfield Fountain Gate. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling in the area.
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Ferntree Gully, VIC

What's nearby

  • Knox Leisureworks - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cape Schanck boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Koolunga Native Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 24 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Ferntree Gully Station - 3 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Jannah Chicken Ferntree Gully - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jalan Alor Malay Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Montania Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ranong Town - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at 'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Pickett's Cottage' - Restored Heritage Pioneer Stay located?

Located in Ferntree Gully, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cape Schanck boardwalk, Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Westfield Knox is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. Boronia Station is 23 minutes by foot and Ferntree Gully Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

5 stars, very cozy yet with all the amenities. Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
Thanks very much John for the great review. 👍
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was so cute and we had a great short stay there. I loved discovering all the little historical touches and memorabilia. It had everything we needed and our hosts were so easy to communicate with. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect couples getaway

Wonderful property, full of character and charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little cottage

Cottage was nice and clean with comfy bedding.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
The property needs a lot of general maintenance. The garden is not very dog or child friendly.very
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was easy. From making the booking last minute, to communicating with the host, to relaxing and enjoying this cute cottage. We loved all the antiques and special touches that made staying here unique. The kitchen and bathroom are modern and provide you with everything you need. If staying in the area again, we’ll definitely rebook. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed

Thank you to Greg for great communication and easy check in process. Bed very comfy and lovely hot water.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would definitely stay again

Quaint little house with so much character that suited our needs perfectly. It had everything you needed to fulfill our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Just what we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

✅

Nice piece of history kept alive and great facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute little cottage!

We were really happy with our stay. It suited what we needed, too bad we couldn't stay longer. Thanks Greg! Would stay again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely, historic little home

Like stepping back in time but still enjoying the comforts of a modern day kitchen and bathroom. A real gem of a find
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Greg R

Very clean & quant house stayed 3 nights it was very comfortable and well positioned for what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

Happy with house. It fulfilled what we needed,
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cockroaches, mice, overgrown yard/weeds.Property is on the corner of a busy roundabout motorbikes every night cars honking at eachother not to mention the blinds aren't the best so everyone headlights blare in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb, 2026
We respectfully disagree with this review. The property has been hosting guests for over three years with consistently positive feedback regarding cleanliness, comfort, and the outdoor space. Guests consistently report how much they enjoy their stay in this historic property. Unfortunately, this review was left following a dispute relating to the condition in which the property was left resulting additional cleaning and replacement costs for goods taken from the property. This guest chose not to cover these costs which was disappointing. Pest control is professionally maintained, and we have no ongoing issues with cockroaches or mice. The yard is regularly maintained, and the location is clearly described in the listing. We encourage future guests to review our wider feedback history, which accurately reflects the experience we work hard to provide.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Returnees

Stayed here for the 2nd time on a trip to see family in Ferntree Gully. Nice to see a few new additions to the decor in particular the old school gaming console which was a big hit with our 9 year old. Greg is a responsive host. Thanks Greg
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gateway to Dandenongs

For a visit to the Dandenongs this little 1868 two bedroom cottage was perfectly located. The cottage is well set up for a small family plus dog, although the safe backyard needs grass for animal and child comfort. The bathroom and modest kitchen are modern. It was an enjoyable stay; however the Dandenong region is 50 year ago villages with 2024 traffic and people - not really as relaxing as I’d hoped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely old cottage

We enjoyed our stay in Picketts cottage, which is very nicely fitted out inside with a new modern bathroom and kitchen. The lounge room is typical of a small cottage but still plenty of room for 4 people, and the two bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. Out the back is a wooden patio with a small table and chairs where we enjoyed having our breakfast on sunny mornings and a drink in the evening. The back yard is well fenced, safe and perfect for dogs or children. Greg and Jodie were great hosts who communicated well and were always very helpful. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage experience

Overall it was a good experience, and wonderful that it was pet-friendly. Loved having the fire going! The dog could get under the house (beneath the deck) so that was challenging to get him to come out, and not to eat the seeds/nuts in the garden. One area of improvement could be to block it off. It would also be good if some spare linen and/or washing detergent could be supplied as there was only one towel per person.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Lovely Cottage

Clean & comfortable. Had everything I needed for my stay. Pet friendly allowed inside, secure back yard. Demi had a lovely time finding all the lost balls outside. Only problem for me from a small seaside town, traffic noise & closeness of driveway to roundabout, but if you are right in the middle of suburbia you have to expect that. Close to shops Dandenong Ranges all those lovely little country towns Belgrave, Emerald, Olinda etc. without being in the steep hilly areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cottage - accessible and pet friendly

Four week stay, this property had everything we needed. 1. Secure back yard for our corgi to play and toilet. 2. Accessible for mobility scooter which could park & charge in second bedroom, plus easy access shower. 3. Good size dining table in the kitchen doubled as a great study desk. 4. Easy access to Mountain Gate and Boronia shops. 5. Super comfy bed and warm doona, combined with the open fire and reverse cycle heating kept us warm despite the freezing weather challenging the cottage defences.
Stayed 34 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice little house

Well equipped with everything you will need but you have to buy all consumables and I had to get some cleaning products. Any basics that are there, are what have been left by previous guests. Bed is super comfortable with great linen but the couch/sofa is super uncomfortable. House is on a busy intersection so be prepared for road noise. Secure back garden area which was good for my dog but both back and front need work/tidying up. Not appealing spaces outside and there is no railing around the deck (small kids would be a worry) and there are nails sticking up from some of the wooden boards. Host was responsive and friendly in communication but with some TLC in the garden and a more comfortable and practical sofa, this place would be worth the money asked.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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