Title: Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong - 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 home # Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong Cottage with a hot tub, 4-minute walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/9ba950ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/1cc796e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/f1e26551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/7f990f26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/daac44a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong provides a hot tub and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Free WiFi ## 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 ![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 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=83389988&PinnedHotelID=83389988&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25170000/25168100/25168094/21d0fba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Orchid Olinda ~ Private Luxury self contained Cottage ~ Dandenong Ranges Olinda - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=25168094&PinnedHotelID=25168094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83272400/83272356/26f7c5e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olinda Sandstone Apartment - 2 Bdrm, Spa Nature Peaceful Olinda - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=83272356&PinnedHotelID=83272356&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) ### Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda Olinda - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=37966763&PinnedHotelID=37966763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $165 CA $207 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=108440849&PinnedHotelID=108440849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34624000/34623908/a481d0c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Keepers Cottage At Moulton Park Estate - Nestled amongst an extensive English inspired garden at the original Moulton Park Estate. 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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 - William Ricketts Sanctuary - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 1 min drive - 1.2 km - Olinda Falls - 7 min drive - 2.3 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 12 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 - ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong located? > Located in Mount Dandenong, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. William Ricketts Sanctuary and Tree Fern Gully Track 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 ## Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 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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