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Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5 90 sq m
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Explore the area

Emerald, VIC
- Emerald Lake Park5 min drive
- Dandenong Ranges National Park10 min drive
- Puffing Billy Steam Train15 min drive
- Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Self Contained cottage, farm animals, family friendly, close to puffing billy
Emerald Ridge B&B's fully equipped self-contained 2 bedroom cottage is set on a 10 acre hobby farm in Emerald.
You are welcomed by a grand stone entrance with a gently winding tree lined driveway which leads up to the cottage.
The cottage is new, modern, clean and features;
- 2 bedrooms with Queen beds in each room, option of adding two single trundle beds to accommodate a total of 6 people
- a fully equipt kitchen with oven, cooktop, rangehood, microwave & dishwasher. Cutlery, crockery, pots and pans. Coffee pod machine, kettle, a range of teas & hot chocolate.
- breakfast provisions include eggs, bacon, yoghurt, cereals, porridge, juice, milk, bread, pancake mix, fruit & baked beans.
- large bathroom with double shower, double vanities and heated towel rail. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash supplied.
- verandahs to front and back overlooking the valley, paddocks, animals and gardens. There is a BBQ on the rear verandah for guests to use.
- large flat screen TV's with Netflix and Wifi included
- gas log fire and air conditioning in Living area and Bed 1
- plenty of free parking
- all linen, towels slippers and gowns included
We are a family friendly property with :
- children's books, games and toys. Netflix for movies. Dolls house and car garage.
- elevated cubby house with sandpit underneath and swing set
- animals to feed and pat such as ponies, horses, goats, cats & a golden retriever.
Local attractions include,
- puffing billy, only a 2 min drive to the Emerald Station or 4min to Emerald Lakeside
- popular restaurants such as Bam Bam Italian, Elevation, Paradise Valley Hotel, the Independant, Oh My, the Cuckoo restaurant and many more
- lovely walks all within a 10 min drive. Sherbrooke Falls, Cardinia Reservoir, Emerald Lake, the famous 1000 steps walk.
- villages of Olinda and Sassafrass. Enjoy the charm and ambience of historical Villages. Shopping, teamed with the sophistication & style of city shops. You'll find unique fashion boutiques, homewares, jewellery and toys as well as the largest range of teas in Melbourne.
- wedding venues such as Avalon Castle, The log cabin, Mont du soleil, Nathania Springs Receptions, Forest Edge, Swallowfield, Yarra Ranges Estate, The Log Cabin Ranch, Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links and Poets Lane.
- Trees Adventure Glen Harrow Park - Belgrave (17 min drive)
- Gumbuya World - Tynong (36 min drive)
- Healesville Sanctuary - Healesville (39 min drive)
We look forward to welcoming you to our little piece of paradise in the Dandenong Ranges.
You are welcomed by a grand stone entrance with a gently winding tree lined driveway which leads up to the cottage.
The cottage is new, modern, clean and features;
- 2 bedrooms with Queen beds in each room, option of adding two single trundle beds to accommodate a total of 6 people
- a fully equipt kitchen with oven, cooktop, rangehood, microwave & dishwasher. Cutlery, crockery, pots and pans. Coffee pod machine, kettle, a range of teas & hot chocolate.
- breakfast provisions include eggs, bacon, yoghurt, cereals, porridge, juice, milk, bread, pancake mix, fruit & baked beans.
- large bathroom with double shower, double vanities and heated towel rail. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash supplied.
- verandahs to front and back overlooking the valley, paddocks, animals and gardens. There is a BBQ on the rear verandah for guests to use.
- large flat screen TV's with Netflix and Wifi included
- gas log fire and air conditioning in Living area and Bed 1
- plenty of free parking
- all linen, towels slippers and gowns included
We are a family friendly property with :
- children's books, games and toys. Netflix for movies. Dolls house and car garage.
- elevated cubby house with sandpit underneath and swing set
- animals to feed and pat such as ponies, horses, goats, cats & a golden retriever.
Local attractions include,
- puffing billy, only a 2 min drive to the Emerald Station or 4min to Emerald Lakeside
- popular restaurants such as Bam Bam Italian, Elevation, Paradise Valley Hotel, the Independant, Oh My, the Cuckoo restaurant and many more
- lovely walks all within a 10 min drive. Sherbrooke Falls, Cardinia Reservoir, Emerald Lake, the famous 1000 steps walk.
- villages of Olinda and Sassafrass. Enjoy the charm and ambience of historical Villages. Shopping, teamed with the sophistication & style of city shops. You'll find unique fashion boutiques, homewares, jewellery and toys as well as the largest range of teas in Melbourne.
- wedding venues such as Avalon Castle, The log cabin, Mont du soleil, Nathania Springs Receptions, Forest Edge, Swallowfield, Yarra Ranges Estate, The Log Cabin Ranch, Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links and Poets Lane.
- Trees Adventure Glen Harrow Park - Belgrave (17 min drive)
- Gumbuya World - Tynong (36 min drive)
- Healesville Sanctuary - Healesville (39 min drive)
We look forward to welcoming you to our little piece of paradise in the Dandenong Ranges.
Property manager
Rebecca Millson
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Melbourne
Located in Emerald, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Carlei Estate and Monbulk Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fountain Gate Shopping Centre and Westfield Knox. Travelling with kids? Consider Puffing Billy Steam Train and Australian Rainbow Trout Farm. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and winery tours.

Emerald, VIC
What's nearby
- Cardinia Reservoir - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Emerald Lake Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Dandenong Ranges National Park - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
- Puffing Billy Steam Train - 15 min drive - 12.5 km
- Sherbrooke Forest - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Edison Bakehouse - 15 min drive
- Bam Bam Italian - 7 min drive
- Penny & a Pickle - 4 min drive
- Yarra Ranges Estate - 15 min drive
- Peter's Fish and Chips - 11 min drive
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Reviews
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bianca S.
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family stay
Bianca S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jo P.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply perfect
Jo P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay
Robert C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darren m.
13 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stayed one night for wedding
Darren m.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cinzia E.
10 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage!
Cinzia E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Farmstay
Danielle M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Louise O.
31 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful farm stay
Louise O.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
peter y., Melbourne Australia
14 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
peter y.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie T.
23 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant !
Stefanie T.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Margarita S.
11 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Margarita S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheridan W.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Sheridan W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline S.
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful break
Jacqueline S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa E.
14 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect night away
Lisa E.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Trisha H.
11 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding stay
Trisha H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Leonie P.
19 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect In Every Way
Leonie P.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
16 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning! Beautiful well equipped cottage.
Karen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Fadi M., Melbourne Australia
25 Mar 2019
Nice place
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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