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Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Kinglake, VIC
  • Place, Kinglake National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Frank Thomson Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Number Two Creek Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Sofa Bed in main room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake

Nestled on the top of the Great Dividing Range, Karma is a great place to unwind and relax.
We have four self contained cottages/nests, one studio apartment and a conference center if required.
Ideal for groups or that special occasion.

Gorgeous, cosy, hexagonal shaped 1 or 2 BR accommodation in the heart of Kinglake, home to the amazing Kinglake National Park. Just an hour from Melbourne airport and CBD close to wineries of the Yarra Valley and fabulous walking and cycling trails. Garden setting, log fires, families welcome!

Karma Kinglake was built after the disastrous fires on Black Saturday 2009. Wherever possible recycled materials and reclaimed timbers from properties in the local area have been used. We endeavor to be as self sustaining as possible, we have rain water tanks, our own orchard and vegie patch and we treat all waste water.

Guests are welcome to enjoy the entire property (which is just over 3 acres), we have specific rooms available for guests who require disability access and we welcome well behaved dogs.

Make yourself at home, ask us about our local native birds (feed them from your deck area) or grab some eggs from our resident chickens. We live onsite and are here if you need us and happy to help you explore.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

There is a $50 pet charge per pet per stay

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside on deck

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7490756
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Kinglake

Located in Kinglake, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sutherland Estate Winery and Shaws Road Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alowyn Gardens and Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking, cycling and hiking.
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Kinglake, VIC

What's nearby

  • Kinglake National Park - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Frank Thomson Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Number Two Creek Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Healesville Sanctuary - 34 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 43 min drive - 54.1 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying Tarts Bakery & Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kinglake Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Songbird Cafe & Larder - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dixons Creek Cafe Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bowl full of Soul - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake on 18 May 2026 start from AU$230, 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 Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Winter Lights Cottage - Karma Kinglake located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kinglake National Park and Frank Thomson Reserve. Number Two Creek Reserve and Kinglake East Bushland Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

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

Prefect cottage getaway

Great location, was oversized plenty of space
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

A good stay

Cabin comfortable and welcoming. Nicole the freezer bricks we left I wouldn't throw them out very handy while travelling. might get them back when we visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thanks Pat, We will keep you freezer bricks until you return
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Karma

Peaceful, clean, convenient location for my purposes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh K.

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

Great stay, lovely property

Great getaway to the country. Fireplace was wonderful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

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

Fantastic Yarra Valley Get Away

Steve & Nicole are great hosts, we had a wonderful few days staying in one of their very clean & well appointed units, our time at the property was very relaxing, and we can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

serena m.

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

Great short stay, with kids & close to all Kinglake & surrounds has to offer

A great short stay with kids. Very clean & welcoming cottage. A 5 minute walk to the shops, pub for dinner & an amazing park for kids. Lovely staying in such a peaceful location, amongst the trees.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joletta L.

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

A welcomed respite for us

It's a beautiful and well-kept property, with a great treeline surrounding the perimeter of the area. Sunset from our unit was spectacular, and so were the wild birds that came to visit in the evening. Just a short walk from the town centre and a large playground. We travelled with our dogs this time who enjoyed their stay as much as we did, and we will be back with my 8 year old girl very soon as Karma Kinglake is also very family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Fantastic getaway weekend lovely location and cabin, Lots to see around district. Perfect!

Very easy and pleasant transaction Simple and lots of information assistance provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Relaxing

Our stay was just the relaxing getaway we needed! The cottage was gorgeous and cosy and the property was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny P.

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

Stayz

Welcoming, great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Lovely comfortable property

We stayed overnight to attend a wedding- cabin was perfect - will definitely come back and stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Beautiful Location

The cabin was perfect for us and our baby. Lots of bird life, gorgeous native flowers, plus some friendly chickens made for a lovely location. The cabin was clean, and there was plenty of wood for the (very efficient) log heater! We loved it. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RYAN B.

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

Nestled amongst the trees

This was a great little place. It had a fire place already set up and ready to go. There are chickens running around the place and some vege gardens at the back. The place itself was very big and roomy. Waking up in the morning hearing the wind through the trees was quite relaxing. We were very happy with the stay and definitely recommend.
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Relaxing

On a wet and cold night it was so lovely to have a fire going & one night was just not enough so hopefully we'll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thanks Julie, you are very welcome back any time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Nicole & Steve Neil

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