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A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge

Cottage in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony

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View down Mornington Peninsular
View from Kitchen down Mornington Peninsular
Lounge Room
View from Master Bedroom down Mornington Peninsular
Sitting Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Kallista, VIC
  • Place, Dandenong Ranges National Park
  • Place, Sherbrooke Forest
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Puffing Billy Steam Train
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge

Stay with us and Step back in time in this Luxury Old English Tudor Stone Farmhouse, with Modern Conveniences, Spectacular Views and Magnificent Rural Surroundings. All within a short drive to all of the Dandenong Ranges attractions. One of the Best accommodation places in the hills. Nothing else like this in the Hills.

Exclusive Private use of the Cottage....
Suitable as a Private Getaway for a couple, a family, or 2 couples.
2 bedrooms (plus a sofa lounge).
For two people, we lock off the second bedroom, so no one uses it. Therefore whatever the arrangements, you have exclusive access.

Great Views ...
A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge stands on 32 acres of farm land encompassing some of the most magnificent views in Melbourne. Views are down the Mornington Peninsula to Cardinia Reservoir and the Bays. Relax on the recliner lounge while taking in panoramic views. Imagine lying in the main bed with a postcard view of the Peninsula during the day or night.

Historic Stone Farmhouse ...
The Farmhouse was built back in the early 1900s as one of the original houses in the Kallista area. The two fireplaces and some of the rooms are original dating from that era. It has been beautifully restored with great attention to detail.
The Farmhouse is made from Lilydale Stone and boasts 2 Bedrooms with queen beds, both have an ensuite, (so 2 couples could share).( For two people, we lock off the second bedroom, no one uses it so you have exclusive access)

Spa ...
Relax in the spa while at the same time enjoying some of the best views in Melbourne.

Fully Self Contained ...
The house is separate and fully self contained with a fully equipped Kitchen and Laundry.

Modern Comfort ...
Comfort is assured with Gas Ducted Heating, Air Conditioning, TV and DVD player. Queen beds with quality linen, & Open log fire complete the picture.

Close to Sherbrooke Forest and Puffing Billy

Close to many of the Dandenong Ranges attractions such as :

Sherbrooke Forest and its magnificent walking tracks. (just 2Km from us)
Puffing Billy Steam Railway (you can hear Puffing Billy from the farmhouse!)
Numerous local Tea Rooms and Cafes such as Cooks corner, Kallista Deli and Kallista Tea Rooms.
Grant Picnic Ground, feed the birds or have a picnic
Sassafrass cafes and shops
Olinda cafes and shops
Belgrave cafes and shops.
Emerald Lake


Fully self Contained private stone farmhouse for your exclusive use

Full Kitchen and Laundry.
Built of local Lilydale stone
A truely unique Cottage , nothing else like this in the Dandenong Ranges.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking included

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 (limit 2 total)
Please let us know first about pets before booking
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Kallista, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Monbulk Winery and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cream at Sassafras. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Basketball Centre or Dandenong Stadium. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Kallista, VIC

What's nearby

  • Sherbrooke Forest - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Emerald Lake Park - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Olinda Falls - 23 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Menzies Creek Station - 8 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Dog - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The General Food Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bam Bam Italian - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$300.0, excluding 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 A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge located?

Located in Kallista, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dandenongs, Dandenong Ranges National Park and Selby G196 Bushland Reserve. Black Hill Bushland Reserve and Menzies Creek Bushland Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little escape that felt like stepping back in time with modern conveniences
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Perfect little getaway

Quaint and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy R.

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

Beautiful little spot

We had a great time, the view was stunning and everything you’d need was there ready for you. We definitely will recommend staying at the cottage to our family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

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

Great weekend

Had everything we needed, was very relaxing and a fantastic view. Would easily go back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gege G.

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

Great adventure

It was a wonderful escape experience from cbd (but not too far away from cbd). The view there is incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amada G.

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

Amazing Views

We used this place for pre and post wedding and it was perfect!! We will be back for our Anniversary!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Short but spectacular

Great place to stay with stunning views. Private and quiet and very comfortable. We had a thunderstorm sweep through on our first night and the scene from our huge windows was brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Incredible Views & Perfectly Cosy

My mother and I stayed here for a couple of nights and it was a blissful experience. So perfectly positioned close to villages and bush walks and the views from the house are breathtaking. Lots of homely touches at the historic cottage. David was an incredibly kind and responsive host and there were lost
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-anne H.

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

Relaxing

What such a beautiful hidden gem. Had such a amazing time with absolutely stunning views to Westernport Bay. Watching the wedge tail eagles, the horses the beautiful night skies. The spa was so relaxing as well. Very clean as well. We will definitely going back there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tudor Ridge

Amazing views and tranquillity
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

vitaly g.

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

luxury hideaway diccovery

That is what you call SERENITY!!!Old charm with the most modern facilitiesTwo enormous bedrooms with panoramic views.The only pity is ONE TV SET.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

CLEAN, COSY STAY WITH BREATH TAKING VIEW

Enjoyed celebrating my partners birthday with myself and Dobby our sausage dog. Perfect place to unplug, about a 10 minute drive from the shops which was great. The spa was just amazing. Super cosy and accomodating stay. Cheers!! Definitely recommend Thank you so much for the divine stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett T.

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

Fantastic!

What a view !! And just an all round good relaxing place, will be back again! Thanks David
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property had a wonderful view from the gorgeous large windows. The spa was magnificent. Unfortunately the wood that was provided (not many at all, so be prepared) did not light up and there were no fire starters (even in the cupboard where it mentioned there would be some). We had to go and purchase all our wood and fire starters. All other properties that we have stayed in provided all of these. The property really needs a good clean from dust and cobwebs inside. Hair was found in the shower and fridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Quiet retreat with breathtaking views

From the owners thoughtful communication prior to arrival to walking in the front door, every comfort is catered for. We arrived on a chilly day to a toasty warm cottage. Clear instructions were provided to use the heating, cooling, spa, finding extra towels etc. No guess work was required and meant we could settle in right away. The view is truly breathtaking, especially after dark. The bed linen and towels were top quality. The spa and shower are absolute highlights. We will be back again.
View from main bedroom.
Lounge room with wood fire and cosy nook.
View from spa bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Quaint, cosy, stunning

A beautiful historic cottage with amazing views. All the modern comforts while retaining a quaint historic charm. Huge floor to ceiling windows that take advantage of the beautiful view from every room. Easy check in, good communication from the host, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

PERFECT DREAM RELAXING HOLIDAY

Magnificent view over horses in the front paddock, reservoir & Port Phillip Bay in the distance, through picture windows that extend the entire house, even in the bathroom that has a two person spa. Loved the central gas heating and the sound of the Puffing Billy echoing down the valley. Location is central to the Dandenong Ranges, so it is easy to drive through magical fern-filled forests to wonderful little villages with great cafes, coffee, food & interesting shops.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn C.

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

Cottage with magnificent view

We are local but needed accom while our home was repaired. But I felt like I was on a real holiday. While the rest of the family went to work or school I just enjoyed the peace and the scenery. Am so going to recommend to visiting relatives and friends!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful heritage cottage with stunning views from picture windows and furnished true to the era with very comfortable beds & furnishings. Unfortunately, the second bathroom was not clean, with dirty floor, basin & cobwebs spoiling the overall positive impression of the home. Clients of average height will struggle to reach bath towels on lovely train racks which are attached very high on the wall in both bathrooms! However, overall it was a lovely place to stay, with the added advantage of being dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet I.

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

What a view!!

We stayed at Tudor Ridge for a week and were sorry to leave. We had a wonderful holiday in the Dandenongs and David's cottage was a pleasure to come home to every day. It has such character and the view is just delightful. We could have gazed at it all day. Hope to be back one day. Janet & Alan, Perth.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Lovely outlook and private

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Kallista and the gorgeous views. Our dog was obsessed with watching the horses out the window and sniffing around the grounds. The cottage is very cute, cosy and with 3 sources of heating it was perfect during the very miserable weather we had. The bed was comfortable, the double shower and spa made it feel like a real treat. We could have used a bit more firewood (which was supplied when we asked) and kindling (realised this was needed a bit too late) for the second night. Would recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is amazing. It has everything you will need and more. Peaceful and relaxing. Cosy and warm. The views are amazing, day and night. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter j.

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

Plenty of rest & relaxation

Step back in time with old-world charm with mod cons.Excellent views and plenty of rooms to enjoy your stray
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Cottage get away

The cottage was perfect in every way and the views were breathtaking!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Tranquil cottage close to local attractions

it's a lovely cottage and everything you need is provided. The views are absolutely breathtaking. We'd love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by David

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We are keen Equestrian and House renovators. We renovated the original Farmhouse/Cottage at Tudor Ridge back in 2009. It was the original house for the whole Jacksons Hill area of the Dandenong Ranges, and is one of the original houses in Kallista. However, it had been left to go into ruin. After 3 years of renovation and restoration, with a lot of personal toil and work, a cottage with a View at Tudor Ridge was finally ready for guests.

Why they chose this property

Great Views ...
A cottage with a view at Tudor Ridge stands on 32 acres of farm land encompassing some of the most magnificent views in Melbourne. Views are down the Mornington Peninsula to Cardinia Reservoir and the Bays. Relax on the recliner lounge while taking in panoramic views. Imagine lying in the main bed with a postcard view of the Peninsula during the day or night.

What makes this property unique

A cottage with a view at Tudor Ridge is a fully self contained stone farmhouse with two fireplaces. Two bedrooms with ensuite, one with Spa, also with kitchen and laundry. The farmhouse was built back in the early 1900s as one of the original houses in the Kallista area. It boasts some of Melbournes most magnificant views. Views are to Cardinia Dam, down the Mornington Peninsula and to the Bays. The second bedroom is locked off for 2 guests.

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