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Menzies Cottage
Menzies Cottage is an hour east of Melbourne & set high on a mountain-side in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy views out to the Wellington Road farmlands & Cardinia Reservoir. On a clear day you can see Arthur’s Seat, Port Phillip & Westernport Bays. Visit nearby Puffing Billy Steam Train, go bushwalking, feed the friendly farm animals or settle-in for a lazy afternoon before watching the sun set. The cottage is fully self contained & with your own private entrance, deck & enclosed garden.

The Maples - Gatehouse Luxury Bed and Breakfast
Named for the magnificent maples that grace this beautiful property, The Maples - Gatehouse is one of two luxuriously appointed apartments, perfect for a romantic getaway and is fully accessible. Just a short stroll from the cafes, restaurants and quaint shops of Olinda village, The Maples is ideally located to explore the stunning nearby Botanical Gardens and bushwalking trails. Afterwards, enjoy a glass of wine on your private deck, curled up by the fire or relaxing in your high back bath.

Luxury Home with a spectacular view
Luxury home on the top of Mt Dandenong Situated less than an hour from the Melbourne CBD, on the uppermost reach of the Dandenong Ranges, amid cool ferny glades and lush towering native forests. This is one of Mount Dandenong's premier getaway homes with majestic views to be experienced day or night over the Melbourne skyline. Walking distance to the famous SkyHigh Observatory and restaurant and a short drive to the mystical William Ricketts Sanctuary and The Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden.

Writer's Block is a peaceful and romantic retreat
Writer’s Block retreat is the perfect romantic getaway for couples or writers and artists. It was selected as 1 of 11 finalists in the 2022 Airbnb Best Nature Stay for Aus & NZ. Set on 27 acres and surrounded by gums and chestnut trees, this private rural retreat is within a 10-minute drive to cafes, restaurants, shops, picturesque walks and the famous Puffing Billy. The Yarra Valley is only a 30-minute scenic drive to local wineries and farmers' markets. Fully functional kitchen and laundry.

Elevated Views
Welcome to your own private guest house with spectacular views atop the stunning Mt Dandenong. Just a short stroll to the very popular Sky High, close to wedding venues, pubs & resturants. Explore beautiful gardens or walking tracks full of birds and wildlife in ancient rainforests. Go shopping in the local villages of Olinda, Sassafras and Mt Dandenong all within a 10 minute drive. Or stay in and immerse yourself in the unbeatable views of Melbourne from this unique stone walled cottage.

Luxury Treetop Escape with a Garden Glasshouse
Fiesole Villa is set in a tranquil spot in the Dandenong Ranges. A short drive from the city to escape the hustle and rejuvenate amongst the trees. Enjoy a unique experience in our garden glasshouse. Tree stumps for chairs, enjoy a meal and the city lights. Enjoy the open fireplace, soak in the modern bath or enjoy fern filled walks at your fingertips. Glasshouse is available to hire for micro weddings, elopements, proposals and birthdays for an additional cost.

Mountain View Spa Cottage
This cozy cottage offers breathtaking views of the Dandenong Ranges and the lush Yarra Valley. Featuring a luxurious king-sized bed and a private spa (can be adjusted to cool in summer and hot in winter), it's the perfect romantic getaway. Enjoy a glass of wine on the veranda while taking in the stunning scenery, or relax in the spa after a day of exploring the local attractions. With its charming decor, this cottage is the ultimate retreat for couples.

Off-grid Cabin in the Woods Andersons Eco Retreat
Anderson’s Eco Retreat, Off grid Cabin in the Woods. A slow stay for adults only. Wrap yourself in nature! Towering trees, bird songs, the fresh forest breeze. Private & secluded. Take a dip in the spring fed swimming hole. Submerge into a deep soaking tub surrounded by windows & trees. Curl up in front of the warm crackling wood fire with your special someone. A peaceful sanctuary for those looking to detox from life for a while.

Precinct Cottage (Olinda - Old Police station)
Stay in the heart of Olinda Village at the Old (heritage) Olinda Police Station. From the moment you step into the Cottage grounds you are surrounded by history and the sights and sounds of nature. All local attractions are only moments away. You can retreat to the cottage to enjoy the luxury accommodation and facilities, experience the local village or explore the great surroundings on your door step.

Vintage Caravan, Rainforest & Lyrebirds
Our 1959 vintage caravan is just 12ft long, best for a couple or two friends. Wake up to the sounds of Lyrebirds, enjoy a private walk in our rainforest gully and stroll around the garden, one of the best private gardens in the Dandenongs. Offering a minimum of one night stay for a quick getaway or stay longer & enjoy the peace, light the fire pit (made from a beer keg) , roast marshmallows...

The Barn - Independent cottage with fireplace, spa
Continental Breakfast Included. A very private and cosy country style two storey cottage tucked away behind a picket fence with superb forest views, a queen bed in the loft, polished timber floors, a double spa in the living room, quaint kitchen complete with Kooka stove, air conditioning, gas log fire, private balcony and BBQ. Weekly discount or longer stay(7+ days) does not include breakfast.

Mountain Ash
Welcome to Mountain Ash! Wrapped with a bank of windows with forest views and elevated cathedral ceilings, a full sized kitchen and a real wood fire, this space is suited for couples and families alike. Settle in and enjoy a wine or hot chocolate by the fireplace, or lose yourself amongst the natural forest surrounds, with plenty of shops and hiking spots nearby.
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When is the best time to visit Mount Dandenong?
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Avg. price | $304 AUD | $296 AUD | $301 AUD | $296 AUD | $312 AUD | $316 AUD | $316 AUD | $324 AUD | $330 AUD | $322 AUD | $315 AUD | $316 AUD |
Avg. temp | 21°C | 21°C | 19°C | 15°C | 12°C | 10°C | 10°C | 11°C | 12°C | 14°C | 17°C | 19°C |
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Mount Dandenong
Total rentals
120 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$77 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
9.9K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
40 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
30 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Mount Dandenong
Welcome to Mount Dandenong
Leave the city of Melbourne behind, and within an hour you can find yourself surrounded by fairytale ferny groves and towering mountain ash forest, thriving on the steep volcanic hills of the Dandenong Ranges. The highest peak here is Mount Dandenong (633 metres, 2,077 feet), its charming namesake village replete with artists’ studios, craft stores, and family-owned cafes. It’s the gateway to more than 200 hiking and cycling tracks across national parkland that is home to wallabies, wombats, lyrebirds, and owls. Arguably Melbourne’s most trafficked trail is the 1,000 Steps (aka the Kokoda Track Memorial Walk) — it’s steep and challenging, but staggeringly beautiful, your route swathed in rainforest with clearings offering glimpses of the city.
The village of Mount Dandenong is also the ideal base from which to explore some of the state’s finest cool-climate gardens, including the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, the RJ Hamer Arboretum’s 150 species of native and exotic trees, and the delicate ginkgo and maple trees in the Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens. From here, the Yarra Valley wine region is within easy reach, known for having some of Australia’s most awarded cool-climate wines.
Top things to do in Mount Dandenong
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
With views over the Yarra Valley, this floral preserve is widely recognised as Victoria’s premier cool-climate garden. In addition to housing Australia’s largest collection of rhododendrons (a staggering 15,000 of them), the park blooms with azaleas, camellias, daffodils, and many other species of flowers and trees, and is particularly pretty in spring and autumn.
William Ricketts Sanctuary
The Australian potter called Mount Dandenong home for almost 60 years, and over that time created 92 sculptures of people and animals that now peek from behind ferns and tangle with vines amid these dreamy gardens. Wander paths ventilated by cool mountain air, and find a spot for quiet contemplation.
Puffing Billy Railway
Australia’s best-preserved steam train chugs 24 kilometres (15 miles) between Belgrave and Gembrook, a short drive from Mount Dandenong, amid soaring mountain ash and over timber bridges, pausing at small-town railway stations. Special journeys can take you through the rainforest while you enjoy a gourmet lunch with matched wines.
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