Located in Beaconsfield Upper, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Drum Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Beaconsfield Nature Conservation Reserve. Lois Maghanoy Centre For Performing Arts and Bunjil Place are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain climbing, ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
Beaconsfield Nature Conservation Reserve - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
Dandenong Ranges National Park - 23 min drive - 23.5 km
Puffing Billy Steam Train - 24 min drive - 22.7 km
Monash University - 37 min drive - 43.8 km
Chadstone Shopping Mall - 40 min drive - 52.5 km
Getting around
Beaconsfield Station - 11 min drive
Narre Warren Station - 19 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Pink Hill Hotel - 12 min drive
Cardinia Park Hotel - 8 min drive
Daydreamers Cafe - 10 min drive
Float N Coffee - 11 min drive
Middle Ground. - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs?
As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$569, including 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 for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage Dandenongs located?
Located in Beaconsfield Upper, this cottage is steps from Beaconsfield Nature Conservation Reserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Carlei Estate and Gembrook G66 Bushland Reserve. Upper Beaconsfield Nature Conservation Reserve is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely log cabin on a beautiful property. Owners went to great lengths to make us feel welcome, including a special treats pack (for both the humans and the dogs!)
Felt very special to stay here, especially being such a dog friendly place - our mini groodle absolutely loved it!
Kar Din Yaa cottage was a perfect place to stay with my Labrador! Our host made us feel extremely welcome and went out of her way to be helpful. We hope to stay again sometime. thanks 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
belinda j.
13 March 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
lots trees and gardens, cottage lovely
lots spider webs, cottage needs a good dust and spider webs cleared away and outdoor funiture very old and lots cob webs
I had a lovely getaway at Kardinyaa. Viktoria was an absolute pleasure to communicate with, a warm and friendly host. She even provided new toys and treats for my dog, which was a really nice touch. The cabin is quaint and lovingly decorated, and the property itself is secluded with gorgeous established gardens. Not too far away from groceries and amenities, but the bush surroundings give the place a feel of serenity. Thanks for having us, we will be back!
Lovely property only 40 minutes from Glen Waverley. Beautiful land and house, very private, perfect for a quick weekend getaway from the day to day grind!
Would absolutely recommend!
Such a lovely quiet escape, that is an easy drive from local shops etc. It was lovely to be able to share our time their with our dog as well. She thoroughly enjoyed herself. Lots of beautiful walks. We didn't want to go home.
If you can get-away to 'Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage' Dandenongs, I very highly recommend you do so.
Location, accommodation, scenery, host(s) are absolutely wonderful.
Less than an hour from Melbourne but surrounded by nature and all its beauty.
Very well worth the visit - you will not be disappointed.
My friends and I had an amazing stay here. It's private, secluded, and surrounded by nature. The location is perfect for a stay away from suburbia, whilst still being so close to shops and restaurants.
It was better than we could have imagined. We loved every moment!
Viktoria was very responsive before our stay, and easy to contact whilst we were there :)
Homey and cosy stay in a tranquil setting. Thoughtful provisions and friendly contact were provided by Viktoria. A lovely place to unwind and explore from.
The property is very charming, and we were very comfortable. Viktoria was lovely and a pleasure to deal with, nothing was to much trouble. We would stay again.
We really enjoyed our stay at Upper Beaconsfield. The cottage was very clean, cosy and well presented. It is totally surrounded by trees and bushes and has lovely surroundings to explore, especially for dogs! The house was stocked with goodies for the humans and dogs and the owner Viktoria was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning to stay, Lynne and John Vasiliadis.
Ask my dog if he had wonderful stay at Kar-Din-Yaa Cottage and you’ll get a resounding woof of approval. As for the humans, this was a most welcome weekend retreat. So close to Melbourne, yet so far. The property was on the edge of suburbia, but a few turns and a short drive down a gravel road revealed a little garden oasis and a charming cedar cottage imbued with a bohemian spirit and adorned with Balinese-style décor. Just being in amongst such tall trees was good for the soul. Whether it was sitting on the comfy couch reading a book, soaking in the humble ’70s tub with flicking candles creating moody shadows on the wall or having a glass of wine and canapes in the yard, the place was conducive with relaxation.
If you have children, there are boardgames and lovely open spaces in which to play. The dog had to be on lead outside, but he didn’t mind. He took him a good 15 minutes to walk around the property because there were many smells to investigate. We also explored the area, with the highlight being the discovery of the dog-friendly Mathias Track, which took us past RJ Hamer Arboretum, resplendent with exotic trees, and through native bushland. It was the short break we both needed, with our much-loved canine by our side, and the comfortable bed ensured we both slept well.
This place is in a beautiful location in what feels like a place far away from civilisation. Views and walks around the cottage are amazing and the place itself has everything you could need. Thoroughly recommended.
Loved the cabin, very inviting. Only down fail as it was soooo cold the little heater struggled to warm us up. Would stay again. Owner very accommodating
This was a beautifully done up cottage. So much attention to detail visually, absolutely amazing. Al mod cons though it is around 100 years old, so good to hear that in mind with the changes in temperature in the back of the house where bathrooms and toilet are. Plenty of portable heaters though, so all good!
Comfy good quality bed and breakfast provisions. Missed cooking oil and butter but fresh eggs from the property were much appreciated and quickly devoured.
Dinner was in Berwick at the Lava Lounge. Wasn’t our first choice but we were so pleasant surprised! Amazing seafood dishes, really excellent cooking.
Highly recommend this property.
The house is very cosy and had and incredible backyard to wander off and take in some fresh air. Viktoria was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend it.
Heavier curtains needed in the lounge.
Very comfy bed and very clean and spacious bathroom with plenty of homely touches to make us feel welcome and comfortable.
Enjoyed our overnight stay in this lovely place