Family-friendly holiday rentals in South-East Melbourne

Whileaway Barn in idyllic rural Red Hill setting

This charming barn style house sits between vines and olive groves with stunning views of the nearby hills and dam. The house features a downstairs open plan living and dining area with kitchen and laundry/mud room. Upstairs are two airy bedrooms with farm views (master with doors to balcony) and a bathroom. There is a BBQ and Nespresso coffee machine. Basic pantry items kept in stock. Follow us on insta at whileawaybarnredhill Sorry, no wedding requests or wedding eve/night bookings please.

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.

House of Friends in Kangaroo Ground

This private country retreat residence on a shared 25 acre hobby farm located within the Dress circle of Kangaroo Ground. Beautiful city views suround the home, kangaroos pay a visit most early mornings. Our paddocks are homes to horses, our roads welcome bike riders. The Beautiful Fondatas restaurant is only 2kms away, only 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD at the gateway to the Yarra Valley & it’s magnificent wineries, this farm home offers something for everyone. @casa_di_amici_kangarooground

Beautifully curated 2 bedroom home

This 100 year old workers cottage is all about bespoke interiors The walls and shelves filled with gorgeous art work, the home has specially sourced vintage pieces scattered everywhere, the beds are filled with luxurious linens and the lounge has a 3 seater couch you may never want to get up from. Centrally located, across the road from the South Melbourne Markets, walking distance to the Albert Park Lake and a quick tram trip to the CBD. Please note- no TV, so bring devices if needed.

The Poplars Farm Stay

Escape the city's hustle and bustle and unwind among wildlife and magnificent rural scenery. The Poplars is a beautifully restored 1930s pioneers’ cottage, set on a private farm with acres of serene gardens, towering Manna Gums, and abundant wildlife! From the moment you arrive, let your holiday begin effortlessly with one of our locally curated hampers—designed to help you settle in quickly, indulge in a gourmet breakfast, or celebrate a special occasion in style!

Cosy 1-bedroom cottage surrounded by forest

Relax and reconnect with nature in our lovely cottage in the woods. Minutes from Kallista and Grant's picnic grounds in the heart of the Sherbrooke forest. We offer private forest views within walking distance to the Sassafras-Monbulk hiking trail. Great spot to take time out and plan some local adventures. Perfect for couples, though we do offer a second fold-out bed for a third adult or child and can provide a single sized bed for a second child on request.

Tranquil retreat and apartment in Mount Eliza.

Our place is close to public transport, parks, and art and culture and beaches. You’ll love our place because of the tranquility, the garden, the level of comfort. We try in many ways to live as sustainably as possible. We grow some of our food and have recently added bees to our efforts to pollinate our fruit and vegetables. What the dog doesn't eat and the chickens do not devour goes into the compost centre and back on to the garden.

The Shore Shack - family friendly getaway

The Shore Shack is best suited for couples or small families to sit back, relax & enjoy. Situated on a flat block, the large grassed backyard was created for children to explore with an enclosed trampoline, cubby house and boat. For the family, a large undercover area, family sized Weber BBQ, outdoor seating & fire pit. Located a stones throw from the RSL, a short walk to the main shopping precinct and close to the Cowes main beach.

Iquique Hideaway - Ocean beach at your back gate!

Sleep to the sound of the ocean! A tranquil retreat for couples or solo escapes Iquique Hideaway is nestled amongst native trees in a private & relaxed coastal garden. Explore quiet, uncrowded ocean beaches & low tide rock pools with private a beach track. From the dune lookout, take in panoramic ocean views & stunning sunsets .