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Lorna Doone - Grand old lady of Sassafras

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sassafras, Victoria
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alfred Nicolas Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

Melbourne

With a stay at this vacation home in Melbourne (Sassafras), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Puffing Billy Steam Train and Dandenongs. .This vacation home is 15 mi (24.2 km) from Monash University and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Dandenong Ranges National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sassafras G163 Bushland Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ferny Creek Bushland Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alfred Nicolas Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 8 min drive
  • Upwey Station - 8 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Micawber Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olinda Tea House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lorna Doone - Grand old lady of Sassafras

One of the most prestigious guest houses in Sassafras. Lorna Doone was established in 1904 and operating until the 1940's. Now you get the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and experience the charm and elegance of a bygone era. Situated on the edge of the Sassafras Village, this enchanting guest house offers the perfect blend of modern comforts and historic charm. Lorna Doone is a beautifully preserved and renovated heritage property.
Spacious and charming atmosphere for families or couples seeking a peaceful getaway, with two bedrooms accommodating up to four guests. Each room is tastefully furnished, both with king beds - one can be split into 2 x king singles, if required (we do need notice to arrange this for you). Master bedroom has an ensuite and there is another well appointed second bathroom with large shower and bathtub. Stunning leadlight windows throughout the home. Enjoy complimentary WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, Welcome pack of fresh milk, tea, coffee and sugar, cosy living area with open fire, hydronic heating and even a croquet lawn! See if you can find the secret hidden powder room! Lorna Doone is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of Sassafras, should it be for a small elopement or wedding preparation, a family occasion, or romantic getaway. A unique and unforgettable experience.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

AU-4944-listing-31