[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/78e3050c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/122ab049.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/5e68b9e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/753c6862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/6771186e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Merrow Cottages, nestled in the heart of Mount Dandenong. Indulge in an open fire, full kitchen with a Continental breakfast hamper included for the first 2 days of your stay and unwind at the spa. Explore nearby Olinda village just 1km away or get married surrounded by nature. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - Air conditioning - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room In the heart of picturesque Mount Dandenong (only 45 min from Melbourne CBD), on a 10-acre property, is a luxury romantic hideaway, one of Mt Dandenong's best kept secrets. A home away from home, four poster bed, open fire, indulgent spa, full kitchen with a Continental breakfast hamper included for the first 2 days 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, and 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 ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34650000/34641700/34641629/9ba950ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fern Cottage - Romantic spa cottage in Mount Dandenong Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Fireplace 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=34641629&PinnedHotelID=34641629&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 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&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=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=25168094&PinnedHotelID=25168094&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 $324 CA $324 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=103818882&PinnedHotelID=103818882&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 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews CA $163 CA $205 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=108440849&PinnedHotelID=108440849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110820000/110819200/110819163/a396cad1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sky High Paradise- city and sunset views of Melbourne Mount Dandenong - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Gym CA $408 CA $557 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=110819163&PinnedHotelID=110819163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95080000/95074900/95074854/7ed8c21a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Violet's Cottage, 5 Minute Walk to the Heart of Emerald and Puffing Billy! 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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 Gatehouse For Two At Merrow Gatehouse Cottage - For Two at Merrow Cottage Gatehouse Cottage - For Two at Merrow Mount Dandenong Gatehouse Cottage - For Two at Merrow Cottage Mount Dandenong AU-4944-listing-18 ## 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-37.83585%2C145.35962&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DMDhbrAkijS7bVQnFi9-UZnbz5o=) Mount Dandenong, Victoria #### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - William Ricketts Sanctuary - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 2 min drive - 1.6 km - Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 2.7 km #### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 13 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 Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room located? > Located in Mount Dandenong, this cottage is within a 10-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. 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