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Holly Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a short walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park

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Holly Lodge in Kalorama offers a charming retreat with continental breakfast, a sunny terrace, and a garden. This upscale B&B provides practical amenities like laundry facilities and WiFi. The staff's warm hospitality leaves a lasting impression.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 14 - Sep 15
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Highlights

Deck/patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Romantic Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7 Erith Lane, Kalorama, VIC, 3766

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • William Ricketts Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Mooroolbark Station - 15 min drive
  • Belgrave Station - 17 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪York on Lilydale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse Mount Evelyn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Morrison Cafe Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holly Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast near Dandenong Ranges National Park
At Holly Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Private yards, toasters, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 20 and September 4.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 60 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 60 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

Holly Kalorama
Holly Lodge Kalorama
Holly Lodge Australia/Kalorama
Holly Lodge Kalorama
Holly Lodge Bed & breakfast
Holly Lodge Bed & breakfast Kalorama

Frequently asked questions

Is Holly Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of AUD 60 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Holly Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holly Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holly Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holly Lodge located?

Located in Kalorama, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and William Ricketts Sanctuary are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holly Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Most enjoyable

A very comfortable stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay

Really nice and clean room with small kitchen and everything you need. On a lovely property with a beautiful garden. The place was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay

Lovely, private cottage in serene location. Good wifi. Breakfast food to cook yourself available in fridge. Near destiny point cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property in a beaut location with an attentive owner. Just great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location but close to all the main spots to see in the Dandenongs. Room was warm and cosy and had everything you need for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great getaway for peaceful weekend in the hills. Lovely lodge set in beautiful surrounds. The owner friendly and welcoming. Had the fire going for us when we arrived on a cold wet night, with great breakfast provisions supplied. Good location, close to near by local shops and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

This is a beautiful, relaxing place to stay! The owners were very friendly and generous to their guests. Thoroughly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area of the accommodation was very peacefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Presentation was faultless and the jacuzzi on the deck was our favorites place to be. Also loved the breakfast provisions, which were generous. Nothing to fault really.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carla, Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks so much for a wonderful babymoon! Private, stylish, fully equipped accomodation with amazing views, great location we considered taking the huge bath and shower head with us when we left! We will be back with the baby next year all being well, Thank you ❤
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janette, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great midweek getaway. The Verandah Cottage was fantastic, outdoor spa was awesome, full kitchen and a comfortable bed - what more could you want! Internet was non existent but was to be expected in the hills! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely room and the owners were very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a beautiful, quiet location, surrounded by nature. The hosts are amazing, so friendly and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner is super friendly and the place is perfect for a little getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a beautiful area. We were made very welcome even though we were late arrivals and our accommodation was clean, comfortable and private.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the “holly lodge” is very good, inside the green forest but still connected to all attractions in the area. Friendly landlord that truely cared about his guests and that everything is okay with the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Had a lovely stay at hollys. Room was very clean, breakfast was adequate. Had to drive to restaurant fro dinner. Overall a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I totally wish everyone can experience this magical place, It’s soothing, calm, peaceful It has the most beautiful view, which is unbelievable!!!! Omg and the Host Chavonne is AMAZING!!! 😍😍😍😍😘😘😘 Everyone who’s anyone come and see it for your self!!!! #loveit# #greatview# #mothernature# #beautifulsunsets# #peaceful# #treeseverywea# #greathost# #hikes# #bestvaccay# #mydogslovedit#😉
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Beccy, Melbourne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very relaxing environment, however we found it a little annoying waking up by the jacuzzi in early morning around 6am as the jacuzzi just located above the bedroom. Both of us got bugs bites from sleeping in the twin bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

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