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Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda

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Terrace/patio
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom50 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Olinda, VIC
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puffing Billy Steam Train
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the area

Melbourne

With a stay at this apartment in Melbourne (Olinda), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs. .This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tree Fern Gully Track.

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Olinda Falls - 9 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 9 min drive
  • Upwey Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda



Stay in a piece of local history! Just steps from Olinda Village, this beautifully updated Cottage Suite sits on the grounds of the original Olinda Methodist Church. Once home to the church minister, now a cosy, stylish escape with everything you need for a relaxing stay in the Dandenong Ranges.



What You'll Love:







  • King-size bed & comfy 3-seater sofa







  • Modern en-suite & fully equipped kitchen







  • Wood fire, wireless sound system & Hubbl TV with streaming







  • Private outdoor area with seating – perfect for mountain air mornings or wine at sunset







  • Access to our private spa, sauna, firepit & outdoor shower in a lush, rainforest-inspired garden







  • Breakfast provisions, snacks, robes, slippers & spa towels included







Location Perks:







  • 1-minute walk to shops, cafes & restaurants







  • 1km to local IGA & more dining options







  • 50m to bus stop – easy access to Puffing Billy, William Ricketts Sanctuary & Upper Gully Station







  • Onsite parking available







Use the Cottage as a peaceful retreat or a base to explore the Dandenongs – from botanic gardens and forest walks to quirky village shops and iconic attractions.



Your host lives onsite in the historic church and is happy to help with anything you need, while giving you full privacy and exclusive access to all amenities. 



Perfect for romantic getaways, weekend escapes or longer mountain stays.


You won’t find a more central or relaxing spot in Olinda.



Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a hot tub and a sauna.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: On application we will consider

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Will need to bring mattress

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Olinda Church House the Heart of Olinda Village
Olinda Church House - the heart of Olinda Village Apartment
Olinda Church House - the heart of Olinda Village Melbourne
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