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Memorable Gatherings at FernglenForestRetreat

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden floor, a fur rug, a glass bathtub, and large windows with a forest view.
A modern living room with a white sofa, striped pillows, and a glass coffee table. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a dining space with a table and chairs.
A living room with a large green patterned rug, a wooden coffee table, a television mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A pathway leading to a wooden gazebo in a garden with ferns and a white building.
A wooden deck with a simple, rustic design, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
9 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

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Mount Dandenong, Victoria

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom

+17
1 Child Bed, 5 Single Beds, 3 Double Murphy Beds, 3 King Beds, 2 Double Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 4 Double Sofa Beds

5 bathrooms, 5 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 11

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Memorable Gatherings at FernglenForestRetreat

Fernglen Forest Retreat is one of the largest self-contained group accommodation properties in Mount Dandenong, located in the heart of the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Set across seven acres of peaceful rainforest, the retreat features five private cottages with nine bedrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 14 + guests. It is ideal for family holidays, group accommodation, wedding guests, wellness retreats, reunions and celebrations. Guests can enjoy an eight-person outdoor jacuzzi, forest sauna, indoor spa baths, fireplaces, fully equipped kitchens, BBQ areas, free Wi-Fi and pet-friendly accommodation surrounded by native forest and wildlife.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9945753
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Mount Dandenong, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Ripple Dandenongs Massage Day Spa and Beauty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Knox and Caribbean Markets. Ready for a night out? Consider Sooki Lounge and Rochford Wines Yarra Valley.
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Mount Dandenong, Victoria

Getting around

  • Tecoma Station - 14 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪1 in 20 - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Memorable Gatherings@FernglenForestRetreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Memorable Gatherings@FernglenForestRetreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Memorable Gatherings@FernglenForestRetreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Memorable Gatherings@FernglenForestRetreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Memorable Gatherings@FernglenForestRetreat located?

Located in Mount Dandenong, this holiday home 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 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Renee

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The Fernglen Forest Retreat is a family run retreat offering 5 beautiful cottages immersed in 7 acres of private rainforest with 150 year old towering mountain ash. The property has a bubbling brook running through it and is home to a variety of birds and native animals. We offer the cottages individually and also the entire retreat and grounds can be hired for weddings and events.
Please look up our website for further information and to get in contact. We look forward to hearing from you.

Why they chose this property

ON SITE SAUNA

We provide an onsite sauna with outdoor shower and bath, all set within a lovely private bush setting of forest views. Please understand that this is not included in your booking and can be booked for an additional fee via our website or by messaging us directly.

PETS

Your pets are welcome but must always be on leash when outside to protect wildlife. Please bring your own pets food requirements, bowls and bedding and please ensure no pets on the furniture. All pet waste is to be cleaned up by guests. Please refer to the Pet policy which will be sent to you after your booking. We charge an additional fee for pets to stay.

ON SITE MASSAGE

Indulge yourself with an in-house massage, facial or body treatment provided by Balance Mountain Day Spa Olinda.

What makes this property unique

Winding down the driveway you’re transported into an idyllic forest paradise, an oasis of private lush green rain forest, set on 7 acres of towering mountain ash trees and giant tree ferns. Sit and meditate by the private brook, discover the mini waterfalls, feed the friendly rosellas, king parrots, kookaburras and our impromptu resident cockatoo. Look out for the wombats and wallabies and even deer. If you’re wanting to immerse yourself in the healing virtue of nature, if you’re needing peace and quiet, spiritual, emotional, or physical rejuvenation, this retreat is for you.

While you’re with us treat yourself to Mount Dandenong's numerous tourist, natural and cultural attractions, gardens, bush walks, restaurants, music, cafés, specialist art and curio shops, not to mention the many wineries of the nearby Yarra Valley.

We look forward to welcoming you at the Fernglen Forest Retreat.

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