Title: Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. Cottage in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004200/61004132/745e444d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004200/61004132/0dc0b443.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004200/61004132/w804h1080x558y0-f66ca64d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004200/61004132/fe47c777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004200/61004132/w804h1080x558y0-1a327419.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Misty Mountain Retreat offers a serene escape in the rolling hills of The Dandenongs. Unwind by the roaring gas fireplace, indulge in a double luxury shower, or relax on the gorgeous decking with private garden views. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee, free WiFi and beautiful walking tracks nearby. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. Misty Mountain Retreat in Olinda is recently lovingly fully renovated by the owners for you to love and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surroundings hills as they do on a daily basis. Misty Mountain Retreat provides a 2 person self contained cottage accommodation, which boasts an open plan living, which includes a roaring gas fire place, split system air-conditioner (catering to all your seasonal temperatures), fully equipped kitchen with gas/electric oven, microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and all cooking utensils provided, dressing room, laundry room and a beautiful double luxury shower to indulge in, hairdryer, T.V and free wifi. Beautiful King size cast iron bed. Bask and relax in the private garden settings with a gorgeous decking to relax and take in your beautiful surroundings, off street parking, brochures of surrounding restaurants, eateries, places to see and outdoor activities to choose from. Set amongst the rolling hills of The Dandenongs Misty Mountain Retreat can be enjoyed all year round, privacy assured for your get away. Complimentary tea and coffee. Beautiful walking tracks to explore, The National Rhododendron Gardens, Sky High, Puffing Billy, The boat house, Olinda Falls, Sassafras, Miss Maples, boutique shops, gardens, galleries and tea rooms just to name a few places of interests that people flock too, on a daily basis. Local photographer is available (early bookings essential) to capture your special moments on location in Olinda, if interested in making a booking visit her Facebook page Wolfe Photography or Instagram @\_wolfephotography. Massage services also available but early bookings are essential to avoid disappointment. Basic push bikes and helmets can be provided at no extra charge. Roll out bed (no linen provided) on request. Although smoking is not allowed within the cottage, ashtray is provided on outside decking. One night booking might be arrange - ( On request only) - Please send an inquery. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free internet ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108450000/108440900/108440849/0e476535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy bespoke Cottage in Olinda-central location Olinda - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews CA $198 CA $227 total includes taxes & fees Dec 5 - Dec 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=108440849&PinnedHotelID=108440849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83390000/83390000/83389988/3bdce1d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olinda Penthouse - Spa Bath, Nature, Amazing Views Olinda - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=83389988&PinnedHotelID=83389988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37966800/37966763/e59cb54d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olinda Church House Cottage Olinda - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=37966763&PinnedHotelID=37966763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101820000/101811700/101811680/659755ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Forest Escape at The Beeches Olinda Accommodation Olinda - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=101811680&PinnedHotelID=101811680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/f2c28938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. 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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 Vrbo Property Misty Mountain Retreat in Olinda Beautiful Cottage Nestled in the Majestic Dandenong Rnagers ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.86564%2C145.36601&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6GnyOBITvklINd9WT16G2OCs7Nw=) Olinda, VIC #### What's nearby - Dandenongs \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Olinda G165 Bushland Reserve \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park \- 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km - National Rhododendron Gardens \- 6 min drive \- 3.1 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 8 min drive - Upwey Station - 11 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬5 min drive - ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dudley's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Ranges at Olinda - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges.? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges.? ### Where is Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful Cottage nestled in the majestic Dandenong Ranges. Reviews ## Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette M. Mar 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Cottage Very peaceful surroundings. ##### Annette M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clinton Q. Mar 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage in the mountains Awesome cottage all decked out inside A+ ##### Clinton Q. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Dwayne Feb 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Check in was easy. Were able to keep to ourselves without the need to interact with others. Check in instructions were perfect. ##### Dwayne Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Matt J. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Lovely place - no wifi The only downside was that it’s listed with wifi. Unfortunately there was none! ##### Matt J. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle D. Oct 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Clean and modern cottage Hugh yard space for the kids to play. The cottage was clean and modern. The kitchen was well stocked with all supplies. Only complaint was that it’s not a 1 bedroom and should be advertised as a large studio space instead, as the bedroom is not private from the rest of the living space. ##### Michelle D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon E. Jul 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing spit and amazing cozy cottage We had an awsome time here , will be back again for sure , would highly recomend for couples retreat ##### Shannon E. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikki S. Apr 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved our stay! Great instructions for arrival! Warm and cosy on arrival is what we loved! So so happy with this beautiful little property! Thank you for the ease of instructions for arrival , cleanliness and having a nice warm place to arrive to!! ##### Nikki S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Elie L. Mar 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful charming cottage in an amazing location!! This was the exact charming cottage we were looking for a weekend away! Such a wonderful close location to Olinda and Sassafras and all the gardens around! We loved the greenery and animals of the little private courtyard and verandah! Inside was clean and sweet, couple spiders as fellow guests and the fireplace also would have been so cozy but unfortunately didn't work for us :( Otherwise we loved the full provided kitchen and appliances, and the beautiful bedding and pillows made for a cozy and easy stay! ##### Elie L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma E. Mar 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Secret Hideaway Beautiful Property, Amazing location, Looked exactly liked the pictures. Will definitely be back :-) ##### Emma E. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis H. Jan 23, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway anniversary The cottage was just so peaceful and perfect for our romantic getaway ##### Dennis H. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fatemeh A. Jan 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I appreciate every seconds of my enjoy and stay Absolutely lovely place and it was my best relaxation time ever!! Can’t wait to back again ##### Fatemeh A. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabrielle C. Jan 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing retreat away! A secluded location with a beautiful modern studio with the perfect rainfall double shower! The wildlife was great to listen to as the night cooled down, happy new year! Thanks for having us and all the small touches - Gabrielle + Aidan ##### Gabrielle C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B. Jan 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property, perfect location, highly recommend Lovely property, perfect location, highly recommend ##### Rebecca B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### ngar c. Dec 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and clean The property was nice and clean, newly renovated. Very romantic setting ##### ngar c. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frederick H. May 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute little cottage Fantastic cottage tucked away in the forest! Perfect for a weekend getaway. ##### Frederick H. Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony B. May 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Flawless We could not fault this property, was perfectly put together down to every little detail of anything the photos on the listing don’t do it justice. Would highly recommend ##### Anthony B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris H. Apr 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful Beautiful property in wonderful surroundings. Would highly recommend. ##### Chris H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna S. Apr 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and quiet getaway The whole experience from start to finish was great. The unit is private with its own entrance and garden. Beautifully decorated and cosy. I would highly recommended to family and friends, and those looking for a little getaway. Thanks Pete and Mary! ##### Deanna S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam R. Apr 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect from start to finish Thanks again we had a wonderful weekend and would recommend to anyone don’t change a thing ##### Adam R. 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