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<h2>Essential Facilities</h2> The Fernglen Forest Retreat in Mount Dandenong offers a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the picnic area. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Rooms feature garden views, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms. Additional amenities include a fireplace, barbecue, and streaming services. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 33 mi from Essendon Fields Airport, the property is near attractions such as Dandenong Train Station (21 mi) and Chadstone Shopping Mall (22 mi). Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding forests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 bunk bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 full bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 bunk bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.0

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kristy
    Australia Australia
    Loved the heating floor , the electric blankets, the fire place , the beautiful birds , the beautiful views from all windows, the big bath the . Was a beautiful and peaceful place to stay
  • Peeteebee
    Australia Australia
    The location is great. The place is clean and very pleasant.
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    The owners were wonderful. The facilities were brilliant and with the forest all around fantastic. It was very pet friendly for our two mini daschunds.
  • Michaela
    Australia Australia
    Tree-s and clean air - It is so hard to come back to the city after staying here. The cottage is delightful!!!! The property is magical, the air is clean, doing it a third time this year in August :)
  • Kirsten
    Australia Australia
    Our stay at the fernglen forest retreat was amazing. The host was very quick to reply with any questions and very accommodating. We loved the location and relaxing at the end of the day in the family sized jacuzzi.
  • Lycette
    Australia Australia
    The location is fantastic, the facilities are great, the bird seed left under the sink, the jacuzzi was at a good temperature and clean. Great selections of games. Loved the lamp.
  • Alex
    Singapore Singapore
    Location, everything in the cottage is well equipped. Bed is comfortable. Hot showers and gas heating makes a comfortable stay. Nice secluded spot in the middle of a forest. Saw the macaws in the morning
  • Shanae
    Australia Australia
    Great location, beautiful view from the windows and great interior decor
  • Netta
    Israel Israel
    An unbelievable accommodation, where you and the nature are one. Great facilities (for family with kids and babies as well) , and very clean.
  • Cooper
    Australia Australia
    Our stay at this cabin was absolutely magical! The first thing that struck us was how beautifully presented the cabin is—spotless and truly deserving of its five-star cleanliness rating. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from the cozy...

Hosted by Renee

8.9
8.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Renee
Fernglen Forrest Retreat is a paradise rain forest estate featuring 5 cottages. It is set on 7 acres of lush green native bush with a river, tree ferns and towering mountain ash, down a long winding driveway you’re transported into an idyllic forest paradise. If you’re wanting peace and quiet this retreat is for you. You can book one, multiple or all of the cottages, which will give you exclusive use of the entire estate including our onsite forest sauna and outdoor bathing area. Each cottage is unique in it's style and character and each caters to different group and groups sizes. Fernglen Forest Retreat is located only 2 blocks from Tatra wedding receptions. It’s also within a short drive to other wedding venues such as SkyHigh, Poets Lane, Lyrebird Falls, Nathania Springs, and Mist to name a few. This makes our accommodation perfect for wedding groups, as well as families and couples. Many brides take advantage of the stunning native grounds, with towering mountain ash as a backdrop for their photos. Should you be interested in hiring the grounds for a wedding or other function please contact us to obtain a quote. All cottages have free wifi available, and all have open fires with an unlimited wood supply.
Neighborhood overview The cottage is located in a idyllic, private and serene forest environment with it's own river and fully immersed within ferns and towering mountain ash. The Mt Dandenong and Olinda shops are only 2 kilometres away. Whilst on the mountain enjoy the many famous Restaurants, Gardens, Walking Tracks, Art Centers, etc. SEE GUIDE BOOK FOR The Cuckoo Restaurant. Sky High Lookout and Restaurant. Miss Marples. Pig and Whistle. Tatra Hut. Kelly's Bar. King Henry,s Restaurant . Dudley's. Dandenong Ranges National Park. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens (Rhododendron Gardens). Mt Dandenong Arboretum. Nicholas Gardens. Cloud Hill nursery and gardens. Olinda Falls. Burkes Lookout. 1000 Steps. Silvan Dam Outlook.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Fernglen Forest Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Electric blankets
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Spa

    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Public Bath
      Additional charge
    • Sauna
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Fernglen Forest Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
    Check-out
    From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Damage policy
    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 50 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    AUD 50 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    An additional charge of $25 per night will apply for guests arriving with pets.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to AUD 1,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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