Cabin

Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat

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Tucked away among the trees
A walk into paradise
A cosy dining space
Lovely natural light
A modern kitchen with a window, stainless steel appliances, and decorative items on the counter.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dandenong Ranges National Park

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Mount Dandenong, Victoria
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, William Ricketts Sanctuary
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Spaces

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

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About the area

Melbourne

Located in Mount Dandenong, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cape Schanck boardwalk are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Ripple Dandenongs Massage Day Spa and Beauty. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Basketball Centre, or consider a night out at Kilsyth Sports Centre.
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Mount Dandenong, Victoria

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Singleton Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tree Fern Gully Track - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪York on Lilydale - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ripe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1 in 20 - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brook Cottage@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 does it cost to stay at Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat?

As of 25 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$335, 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 Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brook Cottage@FernglenForestRetreat located?

Located in Mount Dandenong, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. William Ricketts Sanctuary and Singleton Reserve are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect - wholesome

Couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Management on 16 October 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed Brook Cottage and hope we can welcome you back to the forest again soon. Warm regards, Renee
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage with excellent wifi

Perfect stay for my adult son and I. Loved the little cottage in the middle of huge trees and ferns. Very quiet and enjoyed listening to the birds. Comfy beds and pillows. Wifi excellent. Had a great meal at the Pig and Whistle Tavern just down the road. Visited the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden which was really nice. The owner Renee was prompt and helpful when I rang to ask something as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from Management on 16 October 2026
Thank you for your kind words. It means a lot to hear you enjoyed your stay at Brook Cottage, and I'm so glad the wifi worked well for you. We'd love to host you again. Warm regards, Renee
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful location but

Property a bit tatty and very cheaply decorated inside and was not clean. Wet floor, broken floor tiles, broken shower tap, dirty oven, cobwebs, nor well supplied kitchen. Had to spend hours on phone trying to fix wifi, borrowed the neighbour's firelighters for fire. Disappointed that Stayz would charge so much and recommend such a property. The location is lovely, despite the very narrow and steep drive. The saving grace was the stunning trees and beautiful birds. The cottage thoughtfully provided bird seeds to entice them to the porch. There is also a cute little sauna nearby which can be booked for $60 per hour (when it's working).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2026
Thank you for your honest feedback, and I'm sorry your stay did not live up to the setting. We had only just taken over the business at the time, and I'm sorry about the cleanliness and the condition of the cottage. Since your stay we have made big improvements: the kitchen has been updated, there are new taps throughout and a new shower head, the tiles have been fixed and the wifi has been upgraded to NBN. I'm glad you enjoyed the trees, birds and sauna, and I hope you can give us another chance one day. Warm regards, Renee
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