Title: Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34641629&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong Cottage in Melbourne with balcony and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong ![Outdoor dining - Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong (Mount Dandenong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/06a02b8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong (Mount Dandenong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/f1e26551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa - Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong (Mount Dandenong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/7f990f26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong (Mount Dandenong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/daac44a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong (Mount Dandenong)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/1cc796e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong provides a hot tub and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Fireplace ## 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. ### Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong In the heart of picturesque Mount Dandenong (only 45 min from Melbourne CBD) is a luxury romantic hideaway, one of Mt Dandenong's best kept secrets. Forest Edge is perfect for 2 lucky guests. A home away from home, four poster queen bed, open fire, indulgent spa, kitchenette with a Continental breakfast hamper included for the first morning of your stay. While staying in this gorgeous BB you will experience the beauty of the Dandenong Ranges flora and fauna as Merrow is nestled among giant mountain ashes, centenary tree ferns, colourful camellias and rhododendrons, hydrangeas, magnolias... Merrow Cottages are superbly located just 1km from Olinda where you can find a bottle shop, a bakery, a supermarket and restaurants. We are only 10 min from SkyHigh/Observatory and close to most wedding venues. Perfect for honeymoons! We have more accommodation on site if you would like to prepare for your wedding nearby. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### 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 - Bed sheets changed on request - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34662400/34662388/2f74f35a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Violet - This beautifully recrafted cottage for 1 couple has been styled for you by an interior decorator. 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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 Forest Edge For Two Forest Edge - Cottage for Two Cottage Forest Edge - Cottage for Two Mount Dandenong Forest Edge - Cottage for Two Cottage Mount Dandenong AU-4944-listing-10 ## 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-37.83631%2C145.35841&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YbFx4ec3wxWDoQj-qCayd5sChvc=) 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 \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong \- 1 min drive \- 1.2 km - Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 15 min drive - Upwey Station - 15 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Red Rooster - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬8 min drive - ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mary Eats Cake - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong? ### What time is check-out at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong? ### Where is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard B. Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The most amazing place we have ever stayed at! From the enchanting forest to the dreamy layout of the cottage, it ticked all the boxes and more! Emelia was extremely accommodating and prepared the cottage for a luxurious welcome. Absolutely loved it here and will definitely be back! ##### Richard B. 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