8/10 Good
Tamara C.
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tamara C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6106 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mount Dandenong, Victoria
- Place, SkyHigh Mount Dandenong3 min drive
- Place, Crown Casino52 min drive
- Place, Melbourne Central53 min drive
- Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)72 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 2 King Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
About this property
Windmill lodge: Private rainforest with river
The semi-detached Windmill Lodge is a beautifully renovated, pet-friendly limestone cottage with tranquil forest views from every window. A glowing fireplace and reverse-cycle comfort invite relaxation, while the stylish new kitchen blends charm and practicality. The elegant bathroom features heated floors, ambient lighting, and a deep tub overlooking the rainforest. Outside, a fern-lined courtyard awaits. Quiet enjoyment only—no parties, and a 10 PM noise curfew applies.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Melbourne
Located on a river, this holiday home is in Mount Dandenong, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Gemco Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens. Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers and Wombolano Park are also worth visiting.
Mount Dandenong, Victoria
What's nearby
- SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
- Rod Laver Arena - 52 min drive - 50.2 km
- Crown Casino - 52 min drive - 55.9 km
- Melbourne Central - 53 min drive - 51.8 km
- Marvel Stadium - 53 min drive - 57.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - 10 min drive
- SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 5 min drive
- SkyHigh Bistro - 5 min drive
- Mary Eats Cake - 11 min drive
- Pig & Whistle Tavern - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew L.
17 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
About the host
Hosted by Renee
The Fernglen Forest Retreat is a family run retreat offering 5 beautiful cottages immersed in 7 acres of private rainforest with 150 year old towering mountain ash. The property has a bubbling brook running through it and is home to a variety of birds and native animals. We offer the cottages individually and also the entire retreat and grounds can be hired for weddings and events.
Please look up our website for further information and to get in contact. We look forward to hearing from you.
Please look up our website for further information and to get in contact. We look forward to hearing from you.
Why they chose this property
ON SITE SAUNA
We provide an onsite sauna with outdoor shower and bath, all set within a lovely private bush setting of forest views. Please understand that this is not included in your booking and can be booked for an additional fee via our website or by messaging us directly.
PETS
Your pets are welcome but must always be on leash when outside to protect wildlife. Please bring your own pets food requirements, bowls and bedding and please ensure no pets on the furniture. All pet waste is to be cleaned up by guests. Please refer to the Pet policy which will be sent to you after your booking. We charge an additional fee for pets to stay.
ON SITE MASSAGE
Indulge yourself with an in-house massage, facial or body treatment provided by Balance Mountain Day Spa Olinda.
We provide an onsite sauna with outdoor shower and bath, all set within a lovely private bush setting of forest views. Please understand that this is not included in your booking and can be booked for an additional fee via our website or by messaging us directly.
PETS
Your pets are welcome but must always be on leash when outside to protect wildlife. Please bring your own pets food requirements, bowls and bedding and please ensure no pets on the furniture. All pet waste is to be cleaned up by guests. Please refer to the Pet policy which will be sent to you after your booking. We charge an additional fee for pets to stay.
ON SITE MASSAGE
Indulge yourself with an in-house massage, facial or body treatment provided by Balance Mountain Day Spa Olinda.
What makes this property unique
Winding down the driveway you’re transported into an idyllic forest paradise, an oasis of private lush green rain forest, set on 7 acres of towering mountain ash trees and giant tree ferns. Sit and meditate by the private brook, discover the mini waterfalls, feed the friendly rosellas, king parrots, kookaburras and our impromptu resident cockatoo. Look out for the wombats and wallabies and even deer. If you’re wanting to immerse yourself in the healing virtue of nature, if you’re needing peace and quiet, spiritual, emotional, or physical rejuvenation, this retreat is for you.
While you’re with us treat yourself to Mount Dandenongs numerous tourist, natural and cultural attractions, gardens, bush walks, restaurants, music, cafés, specialist art and curio shops, not to mention the many wineries of the nearby Yarra Valley.
We look forward to welcoming you at the Fernglen Forest Retreat.
While you’re with us treat yourself to Mount Dandenongs numerous tourist, natural and cultural attractions, gardens, bush walks, restaurants, music, cafés, specialist art and curio shops, not to mention the many wineries of the nearby Yarra Valley.
We look forward to welcoming you at the Fernglen Forest Retreat.
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