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10/10 Excellent
Joel O.
23 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joel O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Cabin
Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Fireplace
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Office 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
About this property
Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains with amazing city views
One of the earlier homes built in the Ranges, this unique century old Mountain Ash Log Cabin has been extended and updated over the years to create an enchanting haven to call home whether it’s for a night, a weekend or forever. One of the three remaining log cabins built by pioneer Jack Dodd (another being Kelly’s Hotel in Mt Dandenong). Often, you’ll be above the clouds or among them adding to the cathartic ambience. The romantic log-lined lounge hosts a cozy wood fire with a glass of love.
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About the area
Melbourne
Kalorama, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this cabin. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Ripple Dandenongs Massage Day Spa and Beauty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dandenong Ranges National Park and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Basketball Centre or Nunawading Basketball Centre.
Kalorama, VIC
What's nearby
- Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Dandenong Ranges National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- William Ricketts Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 3.1 km
- Puffing Billy Steam Train - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
Getting around
- Lilydale Station - 16 min drive
- Belgrave Station - 18 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
- Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - 4 min drive
- SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 4 min drive
- Mary Eats Cake - 5 min drive
- SkyHigh Bistro - 4 min drive
- York on Lilydale - 7 min drive
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
8.4/10
Communication
8.8/10
Location
8.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Suzanne B.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Immaculate property. Responsive host. Incredible city views.
Suzanne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jan K.
28 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great views but not for the faint-hearted
The property pictures do show the quaintness of the property - it is an old cottage but updated with a good bathroom, great views etc. We enjoyed our stay & it was a great place.
We were surprised at how steep & narrow the driveway was however - the first couple of times driving up there we had to be extremely careful - not much room for error!
Jan K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekender
Loved everything about this property. Can’t wait to come back.
It would have been good to have enough firewood to satisfy our two night stay, rather than having to spend another $40 to buy more from the local servo.
Apart from that, it was great.
Andrew S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kasey C.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous
kasey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Zabi H.
19 February 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Zabi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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