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Observatory Cottages

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A cozy, rustic interior with a wooden floor, a living area with a sofa and a coffee table, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave.
A cozy, rustic room with wooden floors, a leather sofa, a bed with a canopy, a fireplace, and a kitchen area.
A room with a large window, a bed with a canopy, a wooden floor, and an exit sign.
A cozy room with a four-poster bed, a leather sofa, and a wooden coffee table.
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a chair near the window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private spa tub
    A rare find - unwind in your own luxurious private space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dandenong Ranges National Park

Popular amenities

  • Private spa pool
  • Balcony or patio
  • Couples spa treatment rooms
  • Barbecue
  • Washer/dryer
  • Self-parking included
The current price is NZ$607
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

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8 Observatory Road, Mount Dandenong, VIC, 3767
  • Place, Dandenongs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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View all photos for Deluxe Townhome (Candlewick)

A cozy bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a dresser.

Deluxe Townhome (Candlewick)

  • Mountain view
  • 180 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Candlewick)

A four-poster canopy bed with white linens, a wooden bench, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Candlewick)

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Owls Croft)

A cozy room with a four-poster bed, a leather sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Owls Croft)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Ironbark)

A traditional bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and a vanity with a sink.

Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Ironbark)

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Windsong)

A room with a large window, a bed with a canopy, a wooden floor, and an exit sign.

Romantic Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Windsong)

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frequently asked questions

Is Observatory Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Observatory Cottages?

As of 26 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Observatory Cottages on 18 November 2026 start from NZ$607, 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 Observatory Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Observatory Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Observatory Cottages?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Observatory Cottages located?

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

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Observatory Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cottage was spacious and comfortable. It provided everything we needed making it a great place to enjoy time with our family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
check in was easy and the property was excellent with all the amenities Easy parking & great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hubby and I have been coming here now for 21 years and this little oasis is a great getaway to completely unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very clean and great atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the serenity and surrounding nature.. great place for a quiet getaway complete ammenities also provided bread with bacon and eggs in the fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent

Easy checkin, geeat stay all round, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Quaint and characterful. Did not have facilities as described (ie no functioning wifi and brig your own coffee) the word "boutique" is doing a lot of heavy lifting but its cute, cosy and the birds that visit are wonderful. Must like owls!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage suited our needs perfectly, plenty of room for two couples and kids, fully equipped kitchen, laundry & bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat clean. Plenty of space for group bookings. Lovely quiet spot with nice outdoor areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was amazing, clean and had everything we needed. Was surprised to see extras such as breakfast supplied. Was fantastic.. Will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved that it was completely private and quiet. The view from our porch was incredible. We wish we could have stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Haven’t stayed here for quite a few years, but absolutely love it here! It’s quiet, private and just beautiful to get away from it all. Breakfast provisions were wonderful and the kitchen is well supplied. Thank you for having us! Will be coming back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved it. Very romantic, very cosy and quiet. Would like to try in the summer too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed 1 night and the suite was brilliant. Clean and tidy with little unexpected touches like all the stuff for breakfast in the fridge and waiting. The late checkout was great and we'll certainly be back. Thanks for a great night away :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
On a late night whim we booked the cottage. It was truly a magical experience. Very grateful that we could book with just a few hours notice online. Instructions sent were great, and the cottage exactly what we hoped for - quiet, secluded, lots of privacy, and bird life (thank you for the bird seed, that was pretty much the ultimate!!). The entire place is just amazing! Love the owl touches and everything about the cottage! Incredibly romantic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The cottage was perfect. Everything was thoroughly thought of- from breakfast ingredients to candles. The cottage itself is very homely and private. The communication between the host was fantastic with prompt replies.Will definitely be coming here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I was impressed with the friendly point of contact and professionalism exhibited. Extremely clean cottage with old world charm. The native bird life was a bonus! Most enjoyable stay and looking forward to staying again. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely relaxing property, well stocked with supplies. Garden needed some weeding. An additional bench in the bathroom would have been handy and perhaps a wide vision mirror at the entrance would also improve safety, not that we had any issues - just feedback.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, communication
Pros: spa bath, heating worked beautifully, great location. Cons: lack of communication from property owner. We asked for an earlier check in (3pm). The shower wasn’t great, the water went all over the bathroom floor and was a slipping hazard. Would probably stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Going to start off by saying that when you advertise a cottage in the middle of peak summer then you should ensure that at the very least the aircon is working. The place felt like a furnace the moment we stepped in and when we switched on the aircon it was not working. I promptly messaged about it hoping someone would come and fix it next day. We were staying for 2 nights only. The first night was unbearable. Kids woke up in the middle of the night as the upstairs rooms were very very hot. So had to do some make shift arrangement in the room at the ground floor. Unfortunately nothing was done next day, which was not a public holiday. So we left in the evening and did not complete our stay. Lucky for us we live in Victoria so travel was not an issue. On top of it, the wifi was also not working when we arrived and only started working late at night after my initial complaint. All in all, we will not be staying here ever. A complete waste of money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Unfortunately, there were a number of issues that affected our experience. The lamp beside the bed was not working, and the bathroom light was hanging out, which was both inconvenient and concerning. We also found that a pill box had been left in a drawer, which suggests the room was not thoroughly checked prior to our arrival. Lots of dust behind the bed was not good for my allergies. In addition, there was no milk provided, the kitchen had limited plates and cutlery, and there was no spa bath soap available. The photos advertised a breakfast pack, however this was not provided during our stay. Prior to arrival, I contacted you regarding an early check-in but did not receive any response. We also attempted to contact you during our stay and again received no reply, which was disappointing. Finally, as this stay was to celebrate our 4-year anniversary, we were hoping for some form of personal touch or acknowledgment, especially given the way the accommodation is presented online. Unfortunately, this was not the case. Overall, these issues meant the experience did not meet our expectations or align with what was advertised. I would appreciate your response to these concerns and clarification regarding how this can be addressed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
For the price point of this accommodation it was very disappointing. The bathroom had no door to the shower causing the entire bathroom to be wet. No mirror above the free standing bathroom sink. Mirror in the bathroom was opposite the toilet! No milk supplied. Arrived at 3pm and the cottage was absolutely freezing taking over 1.5hours to warm up. Entry to the cottage was half way down the driveway and up a heavily overgrown pathway with no lighting at all. Needed to use our phones to see where we were walking. The note to take our own rubbish out, considering the cost we paid was also rude.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed at Observatory Cottages for our wedding accommodation and was impressed from arrival. East close access to shops, clean and secluded and perfect amenities for a relaxing, comfortable stay. Milk, bread and water/juices provided unexpectingly which was a bonus so breakfast and snacks sorted. Keep up the great effort !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful unit, everything well thought of, including breakfast ingredients, great fireplace, 2-people jacuuzi, comfy bed, candles, nice backyard, parking at the door, easy signage and instructions. The only content was the few spider corpses we found on the floor (but hey, no live ones).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

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