[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818887/84989dd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818887/7da9e933.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818887/0c2a29a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818887/0f76b4a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818887/ad653156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river provides amenities like a garden and a sauna. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61141 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river The semi-detached Windmill Lodge is a stunning, recently renovated limestone cottage, with tranquil forest views from every window. The open fireplace invites you to gather and relax. You will love the newly renovated kitchen. The bathroom is unforgettable, with heated flooring, ambient lighting and a luxurious extra-large tub overlooking the rainforest. Outside you'll find a stunning paved courtyard immersed in ferns and sitting under the windmill. The lodge shares a wall with neighbours. No loud parties. STRICT NOISE CURFUEW 10 PM. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - On a river ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Unit size: 1,141 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818882/7374a4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jacuzzi lodge: Private rainforest with river Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $329 CA $329 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=103818882&PinnedHotelID=103818882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818880/566f3362.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brook Cottage: Private rainforest with river Mount Dandenong - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space CA $283 CA $283 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=103818880&PinnedHotelID=103818880&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818872/dfa2fde9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spa Cottage: Private rainforest with river Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 7.0 Good 4 reviews CA $278 CA $278 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=103818872&PinnedHotelID=103818872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115500000/115491600/115491593/c957e158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sister Cottage in Kalorama Kalorama - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 6.8 3 reviews CA $123 CA $216 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=115491593&PinnedHotelID=115491593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103820000/103818900/103818870/w4000h2998x0y0-607de2e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Klara's Studio: Private rainforest with river Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $418 CA $418 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=103818870&PinnedHotelID=103818870&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/d04d78bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 2 reviews CA $733 CA $733 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=103949334&PinnedHotelID=103949334&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119500000/119498900/119498826/4d92255d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful guesthouse in secluded valley. 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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 593965 ## 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-37.83904%2C145.36238&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NHNP5lX1YWZdIjcLvGMCc47lcEU=) Mount Dandenong, Victoria #### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - William Ricketts Sanctuary - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 1.9 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 12 min drive - Tecoma Station - 13 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 71 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬10 min drive - ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive - ‪Mary Eats Cake - ‬11 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river? > As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $334.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Windmill-Lodge-Private-Rainforest-With-River.h103818887.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river located? > Located in Mount Dandenong, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Dandenongs and Tree Fern Gully Track. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and National Rhododendron Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question