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'The Sett'. Your private luxury mountain retreat.
Martine and Paul’s place was honestly amazing! It had such a romantic vibe and was very nice and cozy especially with that fire place. Martine helped us a lot with recommendations around the area. And the breakfast sent to our front door was cherry on top. Would definitely stay again!!

Dingleigh of Sassafras - Reader's Cottage
A gorgeous place in a divine location. Every little detail taken care of and very warm and cozy. We will be back. Thank you for having us.

Billabong Falls
This little peace of heaven was perfect for our family to celebrate my 40th birthday. From the moment we walked in the front gate to see the house amongst the gum trees and then the waterfall from the bedroom. We felt like we stepped into an old fairytale world with our own treehouse. Everywhere we walked felt like little fairy’s were waiting to greet us. The ferns throughout and stepping stones between each area made for the best adventures. The kids loved watching the frogs and tadpoles in the back pool. The natural pool was incredible and soul nourishing. Our first experience with a natural pool and it was breathtaking, especially being able to swim under the waterfalls. Thank you so much Sarah, we hope to return sometime Soon.

A romantic forest getaway with luxury spa & sauna.
A very beautiful Airbnb very thought out with great attention to detailed. They provided everything to make it a comfortable and relaxing weekend away. Very clean with plenty of nice towels and a robe for the spa house. The heated floors was so nice in winter, the place stayed very warm and cozy

Vintage Caravan, Rainforest & Lyrebirds
It was a beautiful short stay at Jane and Geoff’s caravan getaway. A gem in the Dandenong ranges, incredibly comfortable and clean, with picturesque surrounds. All amenities were easy to use and as described, and we received a very kind and warm welcome. We particularly loved waking up to the sounds of the rain and surrounding nature, and the ability to take a self guided rainforest walk on the property. Thank you for your hospitality Jane and Geoff.

Mountain View Spa Cottage
Amazing stay - The place has everything you could ask for. Will be recommending to people i know personally!

Chapel Sanctuary in the Hills
My two night solo getaway was so perfect and peaceful. The outdoor bath was an absolute dream and the house was so cosy and beautiful, I didn’t want to leave! Siobhan was super helpful and friendly, from giving me clear instructions to get to the house, to where to find extra firewood all prepared for the fireplace. The house was clean and tidy, with plenty of blankets and clean towels. I couldn’t recommend this place enough and I will definitely be coming back!

Clare Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at Clare Cottage. The place is so clean, cozy and homey. Loving the tranquility of it yet it is close to lots of tourist attractions. Samantha has been very responsive and sweet. Will definitely coming back in the future.
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Sassafras
Total rentals
40 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$108 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3.6K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Sassafras
All About Sassafras
Located in the Dandenong Ranges, only 50 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne on Australia’s southeastern coast, Sassafras is nestled in the middle of rich Australian forest and enjoyed by walkers and nature lovers. Named after the Sassafras tree, this pretty little mountain town enchants with English-style gardens that it has been known for since the 1900s. Known for its biodiversity, the surrounding area is a great place to get close to nature with lush native vegetation. You can explore nearby forests, creeks, and waterfalls and hike the mountains of the Dandenong Ranges.
The town itself features a diverse collection of cafés, antique stores, and craft shops. You can take five at the Tudor-style tea house, shop for handmade candles, visit a plant nursery, have your tarot cards read, and pick up handmade toys. The village green is a peaceful spot to sit and enjoy the view of the rare flora native to the area.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Sassafras
The nearby annual Hurstbridge Wattle Festival is held the last Sunday in August and celebrates the beginning of spring. Spring in Sassafras is very pleasant — the humidity levels are moderate and temperatures are comfortable. The Tesselaar Tulip Festival is held annually in late September and early October — come and see more than half a million tulip bulbs flowering — while September’s MEPS Movie Festival takes place in Mooroolbark, around 20 minutes away.
Summer in Sassafras can be hot, so be prepared for high temperatures. For more moderate temperatures, the best months to visit are from February to April and September to November. At Kalorama Oval, only a 10-minute drive from Sassafras, the annual Chestnut Festival is held on the first Monday of May each year.
Top things to do in Sassafras
Sherbrooke Forest
Sherbrooke Forest is less than a 10-minute drive from Sassafras and features mountain ash, the tallest flowering plant in the world. There are excellent hikes through the forest, which covers two well-known waterfalls including Sherbrooke Falls. You can make a day of it, as there are also beautiful gardens to explore and several picnic spots that are equipped with tables and built-in barbecues.
Puffing Billy
Built in 1900 to serve the local communities that lived in the hills of the Dandenong Ranges, Australia’s favourite steam train, Puffing Billy, carried everything from passengers to timber, livestock, potatoes, and plants. The railway now enables visitors to experience a century-old tradition of steam train travel. See the steam billow out of the vessel’s chimney and listen to the sound of the train’s whistle from a bygone era. Puffing Billy provides a serene ride over the hills, across iconic timber trestle bridges, down the valley, and into the forest on the original mountain track between Belgrave and Lakeside.
TarraWarra Museum of Art
Founded by Australian philanthropists who are also passionate collectors of Australian art, TarraWarra Museum of Art boasts a collection of work from the 1950s to the present day. This range of modern and contemporary Australian art is housed in a beautiful building that was designed by one of Melbourne’s top architects.
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- Phillip Island
- Crown Melbourne
- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Marvel Stadium
- St Kilda beach
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- Mount Martha Beach North
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