Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant
About this space:
Indulge your senses at this beautiful Glenfern English Cottage B&B - a historic, elegant, and sunny mountain home in a private eucalyptus and pine tree garden setting. Heated Pool, BBQ, and lots of rainproof and comfortable sittings just relax and enjoy the fresh air. This private space provided the warm touch of English Decor with a modern twist.
This space is simply the Home away from home, near the beautiful Dandenong Mountains.
Indulge in the senses at our Glenfern English Cottage – a historic, elegant and sunny mountain home in a private eucalyptus and pine tree garden setting. Make use of our Pool, BBQ area, and covered sittings. A warm touch of English décor with a modern twist. Brand new kitchen with many useful appliances. Bringing light and a fresh wake up all year round. A/C and shady trees to keep you cool in summer. Electric fireplace and hydronic keep you warm in winter. Property is located close to two train stations 10 minutes walk to each and bus stop.
- Wine Bottle on Arrival and Continental Breakfast provided. - Cooked Breakfast can be organised on request. - Cheese or Antipasto Platter, Dips and Bread, Fruit Platter can be organised on request.
Walking distance of about 45min to Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) and the same distance to Puffing Billy, this spacious holiday cottage offers privacy and beautiful views of the garden from every window.
A short distance drive to all tourist destinations that Mount Dandenong have to offer: - Villages of Mount Dandenong and Sassafras. - William Ricketts Sanctuary. - National Rhododendron Gardens - Situated in the Sherbrooke Forest, you’ll find Grants Picnic Ground. - Emerald Park Lake and towering Mountain Ash. - Around half an hour away from SkyHigh. - SkyHigh Gardens & Maze. - Why not visit Yarra Valley with about 40 minutes drive.
Each bedroom has access into a lovely garden for fresh morning air and you can walk to the creek, meet and greet our friendly dogs, chooks and goats (fenced), you can also walk around our fruit orchid and veggie patches.
Please note the house sits between two courts that are accessible by a small gravel pathway. The rooms are located through some steps and stairs, not wheelchair or disability-friendly.
Features include: - Old English with modern twist furnishings and character. - Wifi. - Hydronic Heating. - Gas Fireplace. - Reverse Cycle A/C. - Flat Screen TV. - Fully set-up Kitchen (induction cooktop, fridge, microwave, air-fryer/oven, sandwich maker, toaster, kettle, and coffee machine, teapots (we provide tea and coffee, plates, cutlery, small table with chairs to fit 4 people). - Pool. - BBQ area with covered sitting. - Queen Bed. - Single Bed. - Option for one more bedding arrangement. - 1 portable cot & 1 high chair. - Child Friendly. - Private pathway and steps through.
Sleeps 3-4- Bedroom Configuration: Bedroom 1: 1 x Queen Bed. Bedroom 2: 1 x Single Bed. Living Room: 1 x Retractable Bed.
Quality Linen Provided: *** The base price includes 4 guests and extras above this are charged at $45 p/p, p/n ***
Rules: -NO PETS -NO SMOKING IS PERMITTED INSIDE THE PROPERTY -This property is located in a quiet residential area and is NOT suitable for parties or disruptive loud group gatherings (Fines will be administered) -Guest access -Via coded Key Safe outside. Key safe code and check-in instructions are emailed on request 7 days before arrival or meet by the host on arrangement.
Other things to note: All bedding and towels are provided for your stay. Please bring all personal items you need and all food items.
Guest access: Meet and Greet by Host. You'll have the entire inside space to yourself and only share it with those you're travelling with. The back garden is large, fenced and exclusively available to guests.
To comply with enhanced cleaning recommendations (Airbnb) we take extra care, leave a cleaning day between all bookings, use medical standard disinfectant for all surface cleaning and provide medical-grade hand sanitiser.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed outside BBQ area.
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Property # 9642673
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Melbourne
Located in Upwey, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this apartment is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Belgrave G185 Bushland Reserve and Violet Larsen Reserve, while Puffing Billy Steam Train and Drum Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Basketball Centre or Dandenong Stadium.
Belgrave G185 Bushland Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Dandenongs - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Belgrave G186 Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
Puffing Billy Steam Train - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Belgrave Station - 3 min drive
Tecoma Station - 12 min walk
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Grumbling Goose - 3 min drive
Micawber Tavern - 4 min drive
The Blacksmith - 3 min drive
Babaji's Kerala Kitchen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Detached Apartment plus breakfast - historic and elegant located?
Located in Upwey, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Belgrave G185 Bushland Reserve, Dandenong Ranges National Park and Puffing Billy Steam Train. Dandenongs and Violet Larsen Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km). Tecoma Station is 12 minutes by foot and Upwey Station is 17 minutes.
Reviews
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