Title: Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. Cabin with a hot tub, a short walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/f2c28938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/3b326bb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, stovetop, eco-friendly cleaning products](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/0a70b3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/113fee6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89160000/89154700/89154682/97b64ec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons., you can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Barbecue grill - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. Botanica Retreat is a delightful retreat for two, encircled by beautiful mature gardens and specimen trees, with a wrap-around verandah on 3 sides and sunset glimpses from the deck, lots of windows to let in the northerly light and heating and cooling for year-round comfort. Sit in the morning sun with a coffee, or wait till the afternoon and enjoy a sundowner on the verandah while watching and listening to the birdlife and soaking up the refreshing greenery of the gardens. You'll also find some amenities in the bathroom and goodies in the pantry and fridge for your stay. A deep soaking spa bath (coming March 2023) with privacy glass overlooking the gardens, vintage leather sofas, dining setting, full kitchen, euro laundry with washing machine and walking distance (1minute!) to the Olinda village full of boutique shops, cafes, galleries and restaurants completes what will be a relaxing getaway. And there's Wifi for you of course if you must! (Do note that internet and phone reception in the Dandenong Ranges can be unstable and please understand we have no control over that. If you rely on wifi please bring a backup modem). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Microwave - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Property does not allow children - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![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 $275 CA $275 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=103818872&PinnedHotelID=103818872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107900/83107851/3d695dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enchanted Spa Hideaway with Serene Views: Romantic Nature Escape for Couples Olinda - 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Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=103818882&PinnedHotelID=103818882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Gather used towels Remove leftover food and drinks Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Please wash all dishes - leave them to dry - thank you :) Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 AU-4944-listing-24 ## 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-37.85442%2C145.36517&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dgp2Yamze3DrxetpFk31ppwiTHs=) Olinda, VIC #### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Olinda Falls - 9 min drive - 3.1 km - Puffing Billy Steam Train - 9 min drive - 8.4 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 10 min drive - Upwey Station - 13 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 69 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬7 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Botanica Retreat - Olinda Village Stay - Sweet cabin with vintage furnishings, in gorgeous gardens overlooking magnolias and rhododendrons. located? > Located in Olinda, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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