Olinda Country Cottages

Location: 1558 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, au

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Country house

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Room service
• Family rooms
• BBQ facilities
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Ironing service
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Kids' outdoor play equipment
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Key access
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Face masks for guests available
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Thermometers for guests provided by property
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Private picnics
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking

Rooms Available

• Comfort Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View, Ground Floor

  1 King Bed

  323-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, furnished balcony with garden views

  
  

  Relax - Fireplace; in-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, digital channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Free newspaper, twin sofa bed, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, heating, and fresh towels every 3 days

  Need to Know - Housekeeping on request

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Electric kettle
  • Sofa bed
  • Free newspaper
  • Room service
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Location - ground floor

• Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

  656-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, garden views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area

  Relax - Fireplace; in-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, digital channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Iron/ironing board and twin sofa bed; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, heating, and fresh towels every 3 days

  Need to Know - Housekeeping on request

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
  • Sofa bed
  • Room service
  • In-room massage available
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Rice cooker
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Location - ground floor

• Classic Studio Suite, Garden View

  1 King Bed

  323-sq-foot individually decorated room, furnished balcony with garden views

  
  

  Relax - Fireplace; in-room massage available

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - Flat-screen TV, premium channels, and DVD player

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and a hair dryer

  Practical - Day bed, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, climate-controlled heating, and fresh towels every 3 days

  Need to Know - Housekeeping on request

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • DVD player
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Electric kettle
  • Free newspaper
  • Room service
  • In-room massage available
  • Free WiFi
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Day bed
  • Bedsheets provided

• Cottage with Garden View - 1

  This private, stand-alone, studio-style cottage has a king-sized bed and kitchenette with a refrigerator, electric hotplate, a toasting oven, a microwave and a rice cooker. It also includes air-conditioning and a cozy gas log fireplace. There is also a private balcony, which overlooks the garden. A large flat-screen TV, DVD player and DVDs are provided for entertainment. The bathroom has an easy access walk in shower and a large bath tub also. Daily servicing is available on request. Extras include: -Free fold out bed available -Free laundry service

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Cottage with Garden View - 2

  This private, stand-alone, studio-style cottage has a king-sized bed and kitchenette with a refrigerator, electric hotplate, a toasting oven, a microwave and a rice cooker. It also includes air-conditioning and a cozy gas log fireplace. There is also a private balcony, which overlooks the garden. A large flat-screen TV with cable sport channels, DVD player and DVDs are provided for entertainment. The large bathroom has a double corner spa bath and shower. Daily servicing is available. Extras include: -Free fold out bed available -Free laundry service

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Two-Bedroom Family Apartment

  This is the 2 bedroomed family budget suite suitable for families. It features a large space with air conditioning and heating central as well as a cozy real wood fire. It is self contained with a small electric convection / microwave oven + small grill, electric frypan toaster kettle. There is also a bathroom toilet.

  Max Occupancy: 5 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Video
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Additional toilet
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Mosquito net
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Child safety socket covers
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Window
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Diana (8/5): -
• Claire (10/5): Comfy and cosy - Comfy bed and eggs with bacon to cook!! Lovely towels and soap! So close to everything! The lovely owners Nothing
• Lin (8/5): 我觉得都挺好的 - 早餐，他们为我们准备了鸡蛋，面包，bacon,果汁，牛奶。超过预期了。 房间整体卫生都比较干净。唯一几个小缺点需要优化的是， 餐桌客厅位置并没有抽纸， 第二房间里没有暖气，夜晚的时候整个房间比较冷。 其他我和我的家人住的都比较好，kathy非常的友善， 下次去的话，还是会继续住 房间内缺少抽纸，第二个房间缺少暖气设备，
• Michelle (10/5): Home away from home. - The tranquil setting. Owners Kath and Wall left us alone to enjoy our stay. Loved the heated tiles in the bathroom Everything was provided in the kitchenette for self cooking including a lovely Breakkie pack. Very large,comfy bed Highly recommend a stay.A home away from home. Everything was to our liking.
• Dale (10/5): Nice and cozy. - Perfect for two. Had everything you need to stay comfortably, full continental breakfast, games, books, ect. Kathy the owner was amazing and very helpful, 2 minute walk to shops and dinning. Not a lot at all.
• Jesse (10/5): - The woodfire heater was a great asset, spent a lot of time by the fire with kids in the evening after a days walk on the local tracks.
• Emina (10/5): -
• Francesca (10/5): -
• Kim (10/5): - The cottage was so clean and the breakfast provided for our entire stay was beyond expectations,we were there for a wedding and it was very close to everything. The hosts Kathy and Wally were just lovely ,sharing their local knowledge and recommendations of places to eat . It also had everything needed to cook your own meals . We will definitely stay again
• Elaine (10/5): I had a really relaxing peaceful stay - The peace and quiet . The trees and the birds . The cottage itself is so cute . Best bed ever ! Spa was amazing . I’ll be back soon Nothing
• Jess (8/5): Good - It was good
• Jess (8/5): - Good
• Chris (10/5): - Charming cottage in a wonderful setting with friendly and helpful owners.
• Shawn (9/5): Very homey and comfortable - The location was great and the owner (Kathy) was a pleasure to deal with. Her garden was beautiful. We were provided with lots of provisions, including bacon, eggs, milk, bread and more, which we did not expect.
• rob (10/5): - Zeer goede en sfeervolle accommodatie en locatie. De hostes waren super aardig en behulpzaam . Een warm nest in een prachtige omgeving.
• Teagan (10/5): - Kathy was an amazing host and our trip exceeded expectations
• Karen (10/5): Kathy and Peter were wonderful hosts. We booked all three cottages for our daughters wedding - The family cottage was very spacious and comfortable for a family. The location was great. Walking distance to shops and places to eat. Loved it. Nothing
• Leanne (10/5): Comfortable and clean. - Very welcoming owners and comfortable stay. The bed was huge and comfy and the room was clean. Included breakfast was fabulous with lots to choose from. Bonus was lovely robes.
• Mohamed (10/5): 5 starts isn’t fair for this place, I wish there has been more starts. Wally and Kathy are super nice and friendly, the - Everything Nothing
• Olga (10/5): Wonderful stay - We booked a 3 night stay for our parents and they absolutely loved it. They thought the location was wonderful, with many shops walking distance, breakfast was great, it was very quiet and peaceful and the location is beautiful. The cottage itself was very roomy, the bath was renovated, it was very pleasant to sit on the veranda.
• Nicholas (10/5): -
• Dennis (9/5): Comfortable, private cottage in a convenient location. Excellent DIY breakfast. - Convenient location close to shops and restaurants. Excellent and abundant DIY breakfast selection. Mattress was too firm for our taste.
• Chris Be. (10/5): Olinda, the right choice. - Kathy and Wally are exceptional hosts and are so welcoming and helpful. I have never before experienced anyone asking what our preferences were for bread and milk so that the right things were there for our breakfasts.The cottage was well provisioned and had everything we needed and more. The weather wasn't all that warm for November but the cottage was warm and cosy and comfortable. The cottage was private and the gardens lovely. I can't say enough in praise. It is within easy walking distance to the local shops. Wonderful place to stay and heartily recommend it. There wasn't anything I didn't like.
• Lynelle (9/5): Comfortable country cottage with everything we needed. - Friendly helpful hosts. Really appreciated their care for us.
• Markus (9/5): - Wonderful location in the middle of the nature!
• Tiffany (10/5): -
• Steve (9/5): - Great location, with good breakfast provisions. Heated floor in bathroom was a bonus. Lighting was very dim, felt it could have been brighter. Lounge chair was a little uncomfortable.
• Juliet (9/5): Perfect! Would stay again. - It was nice and cosy, everything was readily available, close to all shops. Host was amazing, accommodating and all. Love the bathtub! Pillows a little flat but overall Amazing
• Karen (10/5): - We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy cabin. We were made to feel very welcome and the breakfasts provided were delicious. It was a perfect location to explore the Dandenong Ranges. We would certainly recommend this.
• Bowles (10/5): Cute, good value, warm and welcoming. - Comfy, cosy, very welcoming. Cute and fun little cottage just a very short walk from the 'action' in tiny Olinda. Loved the heated bathroom floor! Especially loved that our host was able to help us find a 'driver' so that we could enjoy two great social events in the region. All good
• Joe (10/5): -
• Teresa (10/5): Really enjoyed our visit, the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed including electric blanket and cosy fi - Lovely cosy cottage walking distance to shops and dining Nothing
• Gayle (7/5): It was okay. - The gardens were not very well looked after and therefore not inviting to wander or sit in.
• Tiffany (10/5): Kathy was absolutely lovely and made our stay a very welcoming one, we will definitely be staying again. - Beautiful location, cosy and warm and exactly what we needed for a nice night away.
• Brendan (10/5): A cosy room with all the trimmings - 100% exceptional 👏 cannot say nothing was out of the place. From the moment we arrived from the airport, the service was amazing, with our room being pre-arranged with heating and warmed up. The facilities and being comfortable were exactly what we wanted. Cannot say nothing was out of order - even the weather gave us an amazing experience.
• TIMOTHY MORALES (10/5): Relaxing, Cozy and Great Hospitality. - Great location, comfy bed and great views. The property is very large and full of greenery, nice for little kids to explore without actually going out that day. Kathy and Wally are very hospitable and welcoming. I'd appreciate a variety of knives. We ended up cooking a little bit during our stay and using the BBQ, but we could only use the provided serrated knife, which isn't ideal for some vegetables. A small detail for an otherwise great stay.
• Carly (10/5): -
• Milanovic (8/5): We will definitely be coming back again. - We thought the location was great, as we could walk into Olinda. The bathroom with heated floors was awesome, Kathy was such a great host. The room was a great size and very peaceful location, with lovely views from the gardens.
• Sharelle (10/5): -
• Craig (9/5): Superb - Very comfortable and homely retreat, we would lov tol go again.
• Christine (8/5): Super friendly and comfortable - Our hosts were extremely friendly and obliging. They made sure we had absolutely everything we wanted and spent time chatting to us on a daily basis. Kathy provided heaps of breakfast food and helped us with the log fire - even lit it before we came home one evening. We used the family unit because we need separate beds, and this is in the old building and a tiny bit ramshackle. Plenty of comfort and character though, and it would be super for families. There are games, toys and books galore.
• Elizabeth (10/5): Perfect winter staycation for my partner and I. Cosy and comfortable! Warm and accommodating! The hosts are so lovely an - Cosy, comfortable and really great location! The grounds are lush and the hosts are so lovely!
• Frith (8/5): Homely, warm accomodation in period house. - Relaxed, warm fire, great location, friendly and accessible hosts. Messy entrance to accomodation, leaves not swept away from doorway, old flywire still on door in wintertime. Cold bathroom.
• Saad (10/5): Amazing cottage escape - Amazing location and staff Nothing
• Kathy (8/5): Very good -
• Kathy (10/5): Exceptional -
• Merrin (8/5): Very good - The apartment was a little dated - in it's styling, but that's what we enjoyed about it. It had everything we needed and was very cosy. The location was exception for our purposes. We will definitely book a return visit.
• Brendan (10/5): Everything was excellent - Excellent supply of breakfast items already in room including if you like a cooked breakfast e.g. eggs, bacon, orange juices, containers of fruit in juices. Large comfortable bed and large spacious bathroom with shower and bathtub. Lovely region with a wide variety of shops and close to Tessellar Garden festival in Monbulk which was the main reason for my visit and I chose to stay in Olinda. I loved everything about the cottage I was in and the friendly hosts.
• Sarah (9/5): We had a lovely time, accommodation was fabulous and location was perfect! - Very good value for money! The hosts Kathy and Wally were lovely and nothing was too much trouble!
• Penelope (10/5): Perfection in many ways - Such a stunning location & exceptional accommodation. Lots of little touches you don’t often find. Kathy & Wally were warm and welcoming but also gave me the privacy I went there for. Absolutely magical place.
• Tamara (8/5): Very good -
• Michael (9/5): Superb -
• Ingrid (10/5): Feeling very much at home at Olinda Cottage! - We loved our 1 week stay here! Kathy and Wally are exceptional hosts and the cottage had everything we hoped for - a super comfy bed, adequate cooking appliances, plentiful healthy breakfast supplies and a luxurious spa! Coupled with being just 200m from IGA, eateries, cafes, bus route and most other conveniences, our stay was a relaxing and perfect location for visiting the Gardens and Parks in the Dandenong Ranges. Stunning!! There was nothing that we didn’t like.
• William (9/5): Fabulous stay - Beautiful grounds, cute cottage, everything you need for a relaxing tranquil break Conveniently located a walk to the village Wonderful hosts.. highly recommended
• Joann (8/5): Very good -
• Annamaria (9/5): Lovely! - We enjoyed the wunderfull house of Kathy and Wally! Everything was there…even a fire place which we needed for the unexpected cold😅 The beds were fantastic with even a heater blanket in it. The house was a little dated but it was so causy and comfortable and Kathy and Wally made it really so nice for us! Even the breakfast in fridge was everything we loved!🥰 So we definitely recommend this place with his bieutiful garden and lovely hosts in the wunderful Dendenong mountains!
• Michelle (10/5): Perfect - Love the location , great coffee roaster 5 mins walk From the cottages , several choices for a lovely meal out close by . Love everything about Olinda County Cottages ❤️
• Sabrina (8/5): it is very cozy and charming, I felt immediatly very welcome from Kathy and Wally :) - the garden is beautiful, location is peaceful but olinda offers still everything you need. it is a heartful accomodation -
• Bernadette (10/5): Exceptional - Excellent room, peaceful ambience, friendly owner. Nothing
• Alison (9/5): Kathy and Wally were superb hosts, ensuring we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Olinda is a beautiful v - We loved the rustic charm, the views from the deck and all the thoughtful touches inside. The big thick towels and the breakfast supplies were especially appreciated. Maybe a hairdryer.
• David (10/5): Great location and thoughtfully presented - The location is great for exploring the locality. It is thoughtfully equipped for just about everything for the travelling visitor. The host takes every step to ensure that customers are delighted with the property including appropriate ingredients for your self-cook breakfast.
• Rob (8/5): Very good - Nice and cosy and a stone throw from shops The pillows on the bed were very flat otherwise nothing to complain about
• Michael (10/5): Exceptional -
• Philip (10/5): Charming and comfortable cottage in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges. - Olinda is a charming area. The cottages are so well located as you can walk to the nearby grocery store, liquor shop and restaurants. We had the best Indian meal and the best Thai meal we’ve had for ages. Breakfast was provided on a self cook basis, with eggs, bacon, fruit and fruit juice all in the fridge. Bread and milk were also available. The bed was very wide and comfortable and it was a bonus to have a large bath. Although it was hot outside the air conditioning made it a cool haven. The owners, Kathy and Wally were very friendly and hospitable hosts. As a base for exploring the area it seems the perfect spot. There was nothing we didn’t like. It was the perfect start to our Australian holiday.
• Martin (8/5): Very good -
• Lyn (7/5): Great location and loved all the villages around! - Location was excellent for us to explore a new area. Everything was very local and easy to reach. Kathy was very helpful in telling us good places to visit. We loved the Dandenongs. There was everything we needed in the cottage, but it was a little dated and a refurbishment, I understand, in the near future is planned. We saw the other two cottages on the estate that had been refurbished and they were lovely. They were for couples and we needed two bedrooms. It was fine for the four nights we stayed there.
• Joanne (7/5): Good - Loved where cottage was set in lovely country gardens, play grounds for grandchildren. Bedding was exceptional fresh & crisp. As I have autoimmune issues Host Cathy only used perfume free or environmentally green products. Lots of fruit, juices, eggs provided for breakfast. All though it was summer there was one very cold day so we lit the fire. This cottage would be lovely for a winter wkend escape and visit the local villages. We stayed 7 nights which could be a little long as the lounge had one narrow window where you couldn't see out so did feel closed in. We had our tablets to watch movies on nights in as TV only has local channels. But no major complaints. Oh just to add it would be good to have somewhere to hang dresses other than hangers behind doors.
• Lisa (8/5): We had a very relaxing stay, and really enjoyed the excellent hiking tracks accessible by foot from the property - The setting was really good, lovely gardens in a bush location but walking distance to public transport and groceries. The hosts were lovely and very helpful and responsive to our needs. The kitchen was a bit idiosyncratic in design and layout, but it was fine for preparing breakfast and light meals, as advertised
• Carolyne (10/5): Beautiful place to stay - The communication leading up to our stay was excellent and our reception from Kathy was warm and welcoming. The cottage is in an excellent location with a short walk to restaurants, the IGA, bottle shops (if you need them), a bakery and a coffee shop. We had the spa cottage which had everything we needed, including a kookaburra which came to visit and the garden setting was beautiful. Breakfast provisions were excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will go back again.
• Tracey (10/5): Just what we needed to finish a Christmas break that didn’t get off to a great start - Definitely value for money, everything was just perfect for our needs, spotlessly clean. Beautiful surroundings and perfect hosts Nothing
• Wendy (8/5): We enjoyed our stay! - We booked 2 of the self-contained, free-standing studio cottages and enjoyed our 3 night stay. Our cottage was well-equipped with just enough cooking utensils to prepare simple meals. Breakfast provisions were extremely generous, including cereal, milk, bread, bacon and eggs, orange juice and fruit. The bathroom was modern and huge with a large shower and a spa bath. We enjoyed sitting on the comfortable west-facing deck overlooking the garden with distant views. The beautiful garden setting was a highlight. Kathy was a friendly, helpful and hard-working host. The location very near the Mt Dandenong village was another highlight. The proximity to the bus stop allowed us to use the bus service to Ferny Crk to enable us to plan excellent walks. The decor and furnishings reflected the era of the cottages which was to be expected.
• Kafs.. (10/5): Exceptional -
• Marina (9/5): Cozy cottage was a wonderful homebase in perfect location with friendly, knowledgeable hosts. - Top notch location: short walk to cafes, market, and hiking trails. Really comfortable bed and enjoyed the garden setting. Great bathroom. Excellent books and magazines to read. Good insights from hosts that know the area.
• Deborah (8/5): Great - Thank-you. - Kathy & Wally were welcoming and considerate to our needs and ensuring our comfort. The provision of breakfast was the best yet - thank-you. Nothing
• Graham (10/5): Lovely hosts and property -
• Courtney (9/5): Superb - Location was perfect - walking distance to local cafes, supermarkets and stores. Property hosts were friendly and accommodating.
• Bryan (9/5): Superb - Beautiful setting bu,t close to coffee shop and Deli
• Martin (9/5): The place was amazing old style country feel with tree swings for kids to play. Shops metres away - Yard was huge for kids to explore. Nice quaint old cottage made it feel very country living Bed was one that bounces when your partner moves but didnt bother us
• Katherine (10/5): Wonderful experience would recommend this place to anyone 🥰🥰 - It was beautiful quiet and tranquil ❤️ Everything the garden the little touches that the host Cathy put on fresh bread milk and bacon and eggs among other things included in the price absolutely amazing 😁
• Frances (7/5): Good -
• Robert (10/5): Exceptional -
• Charmain (10/5): Exceptional -
• Ronda (10/5): Great stay in a beautiful location and great hosts. - We were there for a wedding and didn't have any transport to get to event. Kathy offered to drive us to the location. Eventually we did get a ride from wedding guests who were staying coincidentally in the cottages. Hosts were incredibly hospitable and generous.
• Della (10/5): Exceptional - Had good communication with our wonderful hosts Kathy and Wally. The cottage had everything we required. Good location. Thank you
• Zac (10/5): Amazing - Everything was amazing I cannot recommend Kathy and her husband more to anyone who I speak to Nothing
• Helen (9/5): The stay was excellent and we would return to the cottages if we visit Olinda again. - Location was perfect. It was near the venue that we were doing a presentation at in Olinda. The breakfast provided exceeded our expectations in that eggs and bacon were provided. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was excellent. The heating was good and the premises held up well in the windy conditions during our stay. The lounge could have been a bit higher and not on castors as it made it more difficult for my husband to get up from.
• Michelle (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful location. Wally and Cathy very friendly, informative and unobtrusive. Clean facilities. Nice breakfast options. Good price. Open fire was a nice touch as it was winter. Firewood restocked for us each day. Enjoyed our stay very much.
• Lorraine (10/5): Perfect location for a quiet retreat or immerse yourself in quaint villages - The spa cottage was fabulous with a self contained kitchenette to cook a full breakfast. Bacon, eggs, juice, loaf of bread and a huge selection of breakfast cereals to choose from not to forget amazing coffee. Did I mention the huge spa, lots of heating options and soft towels with dressing gowns and toasty socks. Thank you Kathy. Loved it all. Thank you
• Glen (10/5): Exceptional -
• Paige (9/5): Great Family Olinda stay - We had the most lovely stay at Olinda Country Cottages. We felt so welcome by Kathy and Wally's very personal communication. No request we had was too hard. We arrived to an eclectic colourful garden out the front of our cottage filled with beautiful flowers and attracting some gorgeous wildlife which delighted our 3 year old. Parking was convenient. Kathy and Wally made sure the cottage was warm with a fire and heating going for our arrival. The family cottage not only fits a family but accommodates for one. The second bedroom had bunk beds and an array of different toys that our girls loved playing with including a rocking chair each suitable to their ages (8 months and 3 yo). We were also provided with a cot and high chair. We had forgotten story books but the cottage was equipped with a vast library both for education, stories for kids and adults alike. Entertainment in front of the fire was taken care of with wifi, DVDs and boardgames. Yay for less packing! They made our lives easier by providing milk, bread and a generous amount of breakfast options. Even went as far as to ask our preferences on these. Kitchen was really well equipped if you decided to cook. There was no shortage of towels, blankets, cushions or pillows to make for comfortable stay. It was in a great location for exploring Dandenong ranges, 10 mins to Sky High, 5 mins from Sassafras, walking distance to some restaurants and cafes and only couple min drive to more options in Olinda. Not far from puffing Billy etc and we even ventured out to Healesville which was an easy 40 min drive. Finally this was all for a super reasonable price. Highly recommend!
• Mandy (10/5): Exceptional - The wonderful ower. Wally was amazing!
• Eva (9/5): Superb -
• Maria (9/5): Lovely and comfortable stay in Olinda - Close to the shops but quiet and private. Nice and effective light cooking facilities. Air conditioning was a great plus. The table and lounge were a bit awkward to sit at and the TV was in an odd place - too far to watch from the lounge and too close to watch from the bed. Shower with no door is always a bit painful as water splashes everywhere and then need to clean the floor.
• Michel (9/5): Superb -
• David (9/5): Perfect for a couples weekend away - Great location. Cozy little cabin. Very warm. King size comfy bed. Breakfast provided in self container unit. Walking distance to shops. Short drive to most attractions in Olinda and surrounds. 15 minutes from Belgrave. Lovely hosts who were very welcoming and accommodating Cabin quite small but cozy.
• Warren (7/5): Good -
• Natelie (9/5): It was such a pleasant stay and it was nice to be able to keep warm in the cottage, especially with kids around, my prio - Lovely and tasteful cottage! It was very homely and Kathy & Wally made it even more welcoming by keeping the fireplace started to warm up the cottage before our arrival. On top of that, the fridge was kindly filled with milk, ham, eggs, fruit jellies, butter. There were also breads prepared for us alongside plenty of jams, peanut butter. Apart from the fireplace, we were able to keep warm with electric blankets and the heaters. Kathy would also offer to help start the fireplace before our return in the evening. My kids loved the bunk bed and there were also toys that were enough to keep them entertained. You can also find board games, books, DVDs in the cottage! Nil
• Darren (9/5): Would definitely stay there again - Comfortable warm great location great hosts Nothing
• Michael (10/5): Fantastic stay great people loved it all - What a gem it was just a completely comfortable cottage The kitchen a few things need updating for example the fry pan
• Sharyn (10/5): A lovely cottage! - What a lovely cottage! The cottage exceeded our expectations. The cottage has a welcoming warm feeling and is perfectly located within a short stroll to nearby shops, cafes and eateries. The breakfast provided was delicious and the bathrobes provided were also a nice touch. The hosts Kathy & Wally are lovely and very accommodating. Highly recommend this cottage. Nothing. Everything was great.

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