Apartment in Sassafras, VIC

Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks

Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Property grounds

Overview of Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Enjoy the area

Sassafras, VIC
  • Popular LocationDandenong Ranges National Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPuffing Billy Steam Train13 min drive
  • Popular LocationOlinda Falls15 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks

Enter the property via the Large Stone Pillars & Wrought iron gates down the long windy sealed driveway to your secluded peacefull getaway.
Country Apartment situated right on the LAKES in the foothills of the beautiful Dandenong Ranges surrounded by state forests virgin bush. Established in 1904 on over 22 acres with old English gardens designed by the renown EDNA WALLING. Bushland, rolling lawns, lakes, massive tree ferns, bush walking tracks. Views to Melbourne CBD.

Special surprise is when you see PLATYPUS in the lakes-bring your camera.

This warm and cosy accommodation is fully self contained with everything Guests need for a wonderful and relaxing holiday. Ideal for a couple or single person seeking a secluded environment for a romantic break. The apartment has a Queensize bed and plus a private bathroom and kitchenette. Refreshing bathroom with walk-in shower & toilet.

SELF CHECK IN---Check yourself in with the lockbox.

It is set in a beautiful private garden setting and has a modern layout Large LCD TV, DVD and CD player, a huge range of movies to choose from or bring bring your own. Lounge and dining area, ensuite, ample off street parking, patio areas. BBQ plus much more.

We also have another 2 similar apartments if you have friends that want to join you-please contact me to discuss.

Relax in the games room overlooking the lakes and even enjoy a game of pool.

Colourful parrots, cockatoos, kookaburras plus many tiny native birds feed outside the in the huge old fashioned gardens. Also ducks/ducklings, wallabies, deer, wombats, echidnas, rabbits and lots of other wildlife.

LYREBIRDS…..
Go for a walk along one of the many walk tracks in the Dandenong Ranges & see towering Mountain Ash and Messmate Stringybark trees, wide variety of ferns and other wet and damp forest vegetation. These areas boast the highest density of superb LYREBIRDS living together with wombats, samp wallaby, echidna, possums and powerful owls.

Provisions for a continental Breakfast which include breads or croissants,cereals,milk, butter, jam and coffee and teas are available. Other breakfast & meal options are available-please enquire.

Feature List-
The Accommodation has the following amenities:
Level area no steps
Queen size Bed
Baby Porta Cot on application
Baby Chair on application
Electric Blankets
Fridge, Microwave, Toaster, Tea/coffee making facility
Lounge Area Dining Area
Radio Alarm Clock Hairdryer
Large LCD flat screen TV, DVD Player + DVD's, CD Player + CD's, Books, Magazines and games
Ample off street parking
Large door opening on to patio area
Lake / garden views
Iron and Ironing Board
Quality Linen and Towels supplied
Games Room with Pool Table, Pinball machine etc
Set on 22 acres of garden & bushland Views
Tennis court, Basketball half court
Adjoining Local Bush Walk tracks and Cycling Paths
Smoking is permitted outside only
Pets - NOT Allowed
Local cafes, restaurants, bakery, takeaway foods, pubs, tavern just down the road at The Basin town centre
The pure air of its altitude (250 m) is refreshing. The cool winds from the sea in summer and the winter mists and sometimes even snow adds to its health giving properties

At every time of the year there are blossoms in the garden and the birds, parrots, lorikeets and kookaburras, as well as cockatoos. A large variety of ducks/ducklings and water birds, fish and platypus in the lakes

Deer, wallabies and rabbits come close (and eat the roses). Echidnas and Wombats and other wild life frequent the property.

Have a photo taken next to 'LEO' the Lion- 2 metre high BRONZE LION.

Comforting to look at from the outside it is very cosy inside. Large feature entrance floods the living area with light.
A games room is adjacent. Try a game of pool or pinball, other games available.

Take your cup of coffee out to the covered front porch, feed the birds or have a picnic and look at the wildlife, lakes and gardens.


Ideal for bush walking or bmx-lots of tracks in the adjoining state forest located at the rear gate.
Cyclists enjoy the sealed road from The Basin to Olinda. Bush cyclists lots of bush tracks, unsealed roads.


Features at a glance Glen Elborne Retreat is completely separate from the main property and fully self-contained with lake/city views, sprawling lawns and old gardens.

Generous, stylish and spacious, it's the perfect get-away retreat. Restore yourself, knowing you can relax.
Garden views from every window. Private veranda with table and chairs. Ample off street parking.
BBQ
Let us know if you'd like us to organise a range of other extra options for you-platters, picnic hampers, in-suite chocolate boxes or flowers.
Minimum stay 1 night.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS::
Sky High Restaurant-Top of Mt Dandenong 360degree views
Miss Marples
Mt Dandenong Hotel
Kokooda Trail & 1000 steps
Silvan Dam
William Ricketts Sanctuary
Rhododendron Gardens
Tesselaars Tulip Farm
Puffing Billy Railway & The Great Train Race
Dandenong Ranges National Park
Many lovely wineries
Macclesfield Trout Farm
And lots more...

The famous Como Gardens is just down the road-open on selected days:
Award gardens & water features
Vintage car collection
Miniature railways
Farm animals etc.
There are many local nurseries including the famous Tesselaars Tulip Farm, Puffing Billy, Lilydale Lakes, William Rickets Sanctuary, Kuranga Native Nursery and Paperbark Café and Cloudehill Nursery with their new Diggers facility and Restaurant and Silvan Dam for family picnics and playground.

Local Places to eat THE BASIN :
Acorn on Forest – Very popular restaurant, with great meals day & night. Live music……………………
The Peacock Den-up market wine bar
The Oaktree Tavern- Great pub feel with meals. Live music………………………
Thai Square Restaurant- A large range of Authentic Thai/Chinese foods………….
The Basin Bakery- popular freshly baked daily…………………………………….
The Basin Fish n Chips- Fresh A wide range of all your popular items, Even try a Mars Bar in Batter!!!
Local Places to eat close by ALCHESTER VILLAGE / BORONIA / FERNTREE GULLY

The Basin, Melbourne, Victoria Australia Located just 31km east from the Melbourne less than an hours drive from the CBD & Tullamarine International Airport. The charming village of The Basin is a popular suburb with numerous things to see and do.After the significant early European settlements, the Basin emerged as a developed town with rapid economic growth. Today, the town is a beautiful tourist spot near the foothills of the Mount Dandenong Ranges. The Basin also forms the green wedges, with verdant grasslands and forested areas across the town. The Basin’s residential developments occurred after the English settlement and rapid rise in agricultural and industrial development. The Basin’s residential suburbs include various bushy parks, reserves and few nearby farmlands. With significant natural resources and rich soil, the Basin is an agriculturally rich suburb in Melbourne. The major economy is mainly from the agricultural farms, products and industries, with tourism also a good source of economy for the town. With a few minutes drive from the Dandenong Ranges National Park, the Basin is an easily accessible tranquil town boasting a serene setting for visitors.

Property manager

Boris Renko

Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

This apartment is located in Sassafras, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, and is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cape Schanck boardwalk are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Knox and Caribbean Markets. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 6 min drive
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 12 min drive
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 13 min drive
  • Olinda Falls - 15 min drive
  • Sherbrooke Forest - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Ferntree Gully Station - 9 min drive
  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 22 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prosperina Bakehouse - 7 min drive
  • Koko Lime Cafe - 6 min drive
  • Pig & Whistle Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Skyhigh Dandenong - 9 min drive
  • Miss Marple's Tearoom - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glen Elborne-On The LAKE-Platypus/Lyrebirds/Wildlife/Walking Tracks located?

Located in Sassafras, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dandenongs, Dandenong Ranges National Park and Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve. Tree Fern Gully Track and Olinda G168 Bushland Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

TREVOR H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice & relaxing place
Really enjoyed the position & look of the place. Lovely stay but needs wifi attached.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Ashleigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely!
Adored our stay. Very clean, elegant and comfortable. Loved walking around the gardens and having a little glass of wine on the lake. Also bonus of very friendly dogs!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

5/5 Excellent

Sean W., Lara - Geelong

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great Forest retreat
Beautiful place on a beautiful 22 acres surrounded by wildlife and close to great days out..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

5/5 Excellent

MADDISON W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. Felt nice & secluded but was still close enough to experience all the Danenongs have to offer. Would highly recommend.

4/5 Good

Ieta D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great short stay!
thanks, beautiful surrounds
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

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Hosted by Boris Renko

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