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Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay

4.0 star property
Cabin with private hot tub, a short walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park

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Near Dandenong Ranges National Park, Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay provides a firepit, a garden, and a library. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay

Cabin with private hot tub, a short walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free cabin has laundry facilities and a library. Self parking is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. The cabin boasts an indoor private hot tub and a jetted tub, while offering a washing machine and a dining area. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodations at this cabin offer indoor private hot tubs and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 4-star cabin have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the cabin's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa
  • Private indoor hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Crib: AUD 30 per stay

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Private picnics

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • Games
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: AUD 60 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 60 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30 per stay

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 60 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay Cabin
Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay Olinda
Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay Cabin Olinda

About the neighborhood

Located in Olinda, a neighborhood in Melbourne, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Olinda Bushland Reserve, while Puffing Billy Steam Train and Gemco Community Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at State Basketball Centre or Nunawading Basketball Centre. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
25 Monash Ave, Olinda, VIC, 3788

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 9 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 12 min drive
  • Upwey Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 60 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Botanica Retreat - Village Spa & Stay located?

Located in Olinda, this spa cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 15 minutes.

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