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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5120 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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Hovea, WA
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Perth, WA (PER)
Airport, Perth, WA (PER)
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Living
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master/Parents Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Second/Children's room
1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views
🐾 A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Retreat for Hoomans!🐾 At Mountolive Studio, we’ve crafted a unique experience for you and your furry friends, just 30 minutes from Perth CBD—no flights needed! Every moment here is a chance to create cherished memories.
Here’s what you can look forward to: 1. Four Private Trails Secret Pathways: Explore dappled sunlight, rustling leaves, and glimpses of wildlife. Whether you stroll leisurely or hike invigorating trails, your dog will lead the way. 🌿🐕 2. Winter Water Escapes Natural Pools, Dam, and Creek: Dip toes (and paws!) into cool water. Listen to the creek’s gentle babble. It’s a serene winter escape shared only with nature. ❄️🌊 3. Award-Winning Swimming Pool Memory-Making Oasis: Dive in together, play fetch, or float under the sky. Our dog-friendly pool is more than water—it’s where memories unfold. 🏊♂️🐶 4. Exquisitely Landscaped Gardens and Rock Walks 🌸 Canine Oasis: Amidst our meticulously landscaped gardens and charming rock walls, your furry companions can explore blooms and lush greenery. 🌸🐾🌸🐾 5. Tennis and Basketball Court Friendly Matches: Imagine tennis and basketball amidst natural beauty. Your dog might even become the official ball retriever! 🎾🏀 6. Dog-Friendly Hot Tub/Jacuzzi Warm Bubbling Waters: Sink into tranquility surrounded by bushland. Share stories with your dog as stress melts away. 🛁🐾 7. Dog Enclosure Tail-Wagging Luxury: At The Wagon, we’ve thought of everything—including your furry companions! Our front veranda, BBQ area, and spa zone are all lovingly enclosed, ensuring your dogs can play, relax, and soak up the good life. 🐾🏡🌭🛁
Feel free to explore and create beautiful memories with your furry companions! It’s not just a property; it’s an invitation to be part of something timeless. 🌟🐾
Free Wine and Beer on arrival: We’d love to know your wine preference—red, rosé, or white. Cheers! 🍷🥂 Free Drink tickets: Feel free to use our complimentary drink tickets at Parkerville Tavern, where the dog-friendly front veranda awaits. It’s just a quick 5-minute drive from Mountolive Studio 🍷🥂
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Property Registration Number STRA60713EHFV2AF
About the area
Perth
Located in Hovea, a neighbourhood in Perth, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Mandoon Estate and Sandalford Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mundaring Arts Centre and Swan Park Leisure Centre. Midland Junction Arts Centre and Zanthorrea Nursery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Does Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views?
As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views on 26 July 2026 start from AU$448, 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.
Is Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Enclosed Dog‑Friendly Escape with Jacuzzi & Views located?
Located in Hovea, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from John Forrest National Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead and Strettle Road Reserve. Beelu National Park and Mundaring Arts Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Junko & Frank have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable, fun, relaxing, safe, and luxurious. The dogs and humans all had the best time during our stay in the Wagon. We'll definitely be back!
Lovely getaway with the family and the dog. Would stay here again. the way you are made to feel welcome was amazing.
Kim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrea O.
13 Jan 2026
Best place to beat summer heat
Absolutely excellent! Nothing better than having the opportunity for both us and the dogs to cool off in the peak of Perth summer, without having to worry about sharing space. Our anxious girl came out of her shell and showed us how much of a water-baby she really is: pool, spa, creek, dam - wherever there was water, she was in it!
Both doggo's loved the walks, the swims, the soaks, and sleeping in air-con; and we loved the sushi :)
Thanks Junko and Frank for making these wonderful facilities available, guaranteed we'll be back.
Andrea O.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sean R.
17 Oct 2023
Amazing stay
lots of places for the dogs to walk around and great ammenities such as spa and pool :)
Sean R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Catherine Y.
8 Jan 2026
Amazing, pet friendly retreat
We returned for our second holiday (3 nights) at Mount Olive in October with our dogs & bird, this time booked both the studio & wagon. We had an amazing time (humans, dogs & our bird)!!!
Such a calm environment, close to the city but feels like it's a world away. Our doggos loved the pool & didn't want to get out. Great place for relaxing and exploring(lots of trails). The studio has an enclosed area which is great for the dogs to to roam & sniff in. The wagon is amazing it is close to the pool, with fully enclosed verandah where you can sit & enjoy the views/sunset. We loved the spa & so did our doggos. Thank you Junko for creating this lovely space!!!. Will definitely come back again!
Beautiful place, every detail of the place seems to have been made with care and it made the stay nice and relaxing. The kids had fun exploring non stop and saw kangaroos, they enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Nothing but privacy and freedom on this huge property. Loved it! Will book again. Perfect for the family and dog.
Sebenza 2.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Thanks for the pawsome review, Clint! We can ’t wait to welcome you back for another tail‑wagging adventure.
The Wagon exceeded our expectations. Such a unique property, lovingly renovated and very dog friendly. Beautiful location, we went in early October and the creek was running so the kids and our dog could rock hop and paddle. Pool was cold of course but that didn't stop the kids going in, then they thawed out in the spa and later by the fire. We'll definitely be going back.
Michaela B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Thanks for the pawsome review Michaela! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another tail‑wagging adventure.
Beautifully set on a rural property, Junko and Frank provide 2 wonderful places to stay and they have made sure that all furry visitors are well taken care of and provided for. My dog can be a bit dog selective/reactive to ones he doesn't know and gets a little nervous, but having space between the two buildings means we barely saw the other guests, which helped put my mind at ease. I've stayed at both the wagon as well as the studio and both offer wonderful experiences. I'll definitely be back and very thankful to the hosts.
Jess T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Heminee D.
13 June 2025
Wonderful staycation with our boys
The wagon was a fantastic and quirky little spot. We had such a fantastic time with our 2 standard Poodles, they were so excited to run around the property, sniffing everything and we were not worried at all!
Junko was also extremely attentive and easy to communicate with.
Will definitely be coming to stay again!!
Heminee D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paige L.
7 Jan 2025
Fun for all!
Thank you for another wonderful stay (being our second stay), we had a great time spent by the pool, enjoying the private trails and relaxing on the deck with the dogs. It is our favourite staycation that our dogs also get to enjoy as much as us. We look forward to visiting again soon!!
The wagon was amazing. Beautifully set up, very clean and organised. Comfy feeling throughout the property. Our pups enjoyed themselves immensely with all the freedom they had to run around. Jacuzzi was amazing at sunset with the complimentary wine. we had a great time
Rebecca H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joyce G.
5 Oct 2024
PawPerfect
Wagon is fun and caters for everything you could ever need.
Hosts are friendly and helpful and loves your doggies too!
Spa is a very nice luxury touch... the pawfect ending to a day filled with doggie adventures.
Thank you will be back again and again soon!
Joyce G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irene C.
15 Oct 2023
Wagon-lit carriage stay
Amazing carriage with everything you would need for a relaxing stay. From relaxing spa to a fully equipped kitchen.
Take in the stunning views & in a beautiful location!
Thankyou Junko & Frank 🥰
Irene C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Irene C.
4 Mar 2024
Chilling in the hills
What a beautiful place to stay...to do nothing except relax. We enjoyed a blissful long weekend in this amazing renovated train carriage. Relaxing in the jacuzzi or in the hammock. You can walk in the beautiful surroundings or just sit & take in the stunning views.
This will become a regular place that we've added to our annual getaways 🥰
Irene C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emily N.
20 Nov 2023
Peaceful & rejuvenating
My husband and I stayed at Wagon-Lit for 2 nights with our lovely rescue greyhound. The converted train carriage was perfect! It has been beautifully fitted out and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We enjoyed a short bush walk around the area and really made use of the spa bath - the perfect way to relax! We particularly appreciated that the accommodation was pet friendly and didn’t have restrictions on our furbaby. We look forward to coming again.
Emily N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glenn M.
23 Nov 2023
Super relaxed bush experience
We absolutely loved our stay at Wagon Lit. The location is great in the middle of nature. Plenty of wildlife around. Our pooch Anook was super excited at every walk we went.
Inside the wagon we found everything we needed, including a really good toaster and kettle and good knives in the kitchen. Good internet is provided and we were able to watch different streaming services on the tv.
Hubby loved using the grill outside, we cooked every meal there.
The perfect wind down after a day exploring was the hot tub outside overlooking the bush.
A nice surprise was the bottle of wine and beers. And some basics in the kitchen.
Junko and Frank really made us feel at home. We hope to visit again
Glenn M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Juanita R.
29 Nov 2023
Staycation in the Hills
I stayed here with my mother and two of her friends who are in their late sixties, for her 70th Birthday getaway. We stayed for two nights. I also brought along my 14 year old little furbaby, which is the main reason I chose this accommodation.
They are the most dog friendly place I've ever been to. It made the experience so much more enjoyable and relaxing knowing she could be with me every moment of our stay including sleeping beside me as she does at home.
The Carriage has great character and is well equipped, which is good because I cooked every morning and evening.
The views of the National park are beautiful. The spa and pool are both close by and great spaces. I didnt get to see the tennis court. The stone path walking up to the carriage from the car parking is steep but doable. Having said that, anybody with walking difficulties or low fitness levels will struggle if you have to make several trips to the car.
Juanita R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
16 Apr 2024
Wagon lit bush retreat 1st stay
This will be our 2nd visit, the first time we stayed in the {Mount Olive Studio} which was tranquil & we enjoyed playing( spot the possum) which we managed to photograph, on a few occasions, the dogs loved the large enclosed bush area, perfect for exploring!
The only thing that didn’t suit us is the staircase to the loft bedroom, as my older dog who’s nearly 9, refused to walk up, them, but if your dogs fully mobile, there shouldn’t be a problem , our younger pup was fine!
This time we decided to try the {Wagon Lit Bush Retreat} & it suited our dog FAMILY, much better!
Being all one level, my older dog was more comfortable & secure!
We also love the pool, for swimming & our dogs enjoy fetching & retrieving items, the pool is very close to the wagon, which is more convenient for us!
It was a pleasure to relax in the evening with the dogs in the hot tub, we’ve found our perfect holiday home & intend on returning as often as we can!
Nothing was too much of a problem, if we needed extra towels, linen or toilet paper, Junko would tend to it immediately, nothing seemed like too much trouble & for that we are grateful & felt truly welcomed along with our dogs!
Junko: the Melodic Adventurer, the Passionate Dog Enthusiast and the Snorkeling Mermaid. Frank: Earthbound Gardener, Skybound Dreamer. We’re eagerly anticipating your visit—with your beloved dogs in tow! 🐾🏡
Why they chose this property
Mountolive Studio: Where Tails Wag and Hearts Melt 🏡🐶❤️
At Mountolive Studio, we’re not just dog-friendly; we’re downright dog-obsessed! 🐾 Whether your furry companion is a pocket-sized fluffball or a majestic fur-ricane, they’re all VIPs here. Our 20-acre paradise in the serene Perth Hills, equivalent to approximately 200–230 average residential blocks in Perth is their playground, their sanctuary, and their home away from home.
Here’s what awaits your four-legged friends:
Spoiled Rotten: Our fur babies live the high life, and yours will too! 🛏️🐕 Paws on Sofas: Worried about those stylish sofas? Fear not! We’ve thought ahead and prepared old sheets—because every pup deserves a cozy spot to curl up and dream of chasing birds. 🛋️🐾 Dining Delights: Bowls? Check. Dog treats upon arrival? Double check. We believe in pampering our guests (both two- and four-legged) with utmost care. And yes, there’s even complimentary wine and beer for the hoomans upon arrival—because why should the pups have all the fun? 🍷🍺 Canine Haven: But wait, there’s more! Your furry friend will find solace in our enclosed dog area attached to the accommodation. It’s a place where they can stretch their legs, sniff the breeze, and play to their heart’s content. 🌳🐾 And fear not, intrepid explorers! If you’re off to nearby national parks or cruising the Swan River, we’ve got your dog’s back. Arrange for their care with a small fee, and rest easy knowing they’re in capable hands. 🌊🐶
So pack your bags, leash up your best friend, and step into Mountolive Studio—a place where tails wag, hearts melt, and memories bloom. 🌿🐾❤️
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance! 😊
What makes this property unique
Delightful wagon setup 🚂featuring a comfortable double bedroom and a second room with bunk beds—great for families or friends Living area with sofa bed, opening to a verandah and BBQ for relaxed outdoor meals 🍖 Fully equipped modern kitchen for easy cooking 🍳 Modern bathroom 🚿 plus washing machine and dryer for convenience Plush Sheridan linens and towels provided for your utmost comfort ✨ Private Jacuzzi for you and your pet to unwind after a day exploring the Perth Hills 🌄
Languages:
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