Romantic Retreat in the Dandenong Mountains

Kalorama, VIC, Australia
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About

One of the earlier homes built in the Ranges, this unique century old Mountain Ash Log Cabin has been extended and updated over the years to create an enchanting haven to call home whether it’s for a night, a weekend or forever. One of the three remaining log cabins built by pioneer Jack Dodd (another being Kelly’s Hotel in Mt Dandenong). Often, you’ll be above the clouds or among them adding to the cathartic ambience. The romantic log-lined lounge hosts a cozy wood fire with a glass of love.

Good to know

An inviting sunroom greets with bountiful winter sun where you can watch the weather roll in as you curl up with your favourite book or ponder a chess move. Often, you’ll be above the clouds or among them adding to the cathartic ambience. A grand open stone fireplace in the romantic log-lined lounge hosts a cozy wood fire and an updated kitchen preserves the past with an ornamental coal burner complemented by modern stainless-steel appliances. A sunny courtyard flows from the sunroom and the master bedroom providing an ideal spot for your morning brew and outdoor entertaining with friends! Refresh in the updated bathroom with a captivating invisible door, relaxing clawfoot bath, double shower and stained-glass accents.

Other Details to Note

We have ducted heating for the cabin The fireplace can make the atmosphere nice but is not enough for heating the whole house during winter months. We are usually providing 15Kgs of Redgum firewood per stay.

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice maker
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice maker
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower gel
  • Walk-in shower

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Ethernet connection

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace

Location features

  • City view
  • Garden view
  • Mountain view
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Family

  • Fireplace guards
  • Window guards

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Private living room
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

House Rules

We have gas ducted heating in the cabin as the fireplace alone would not be enough during the winter.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Guest Access

Guests will have access to the whole property. The higher you climb the half-acre allotment…the better the views! Spectacular north westerly vistas showcase the golden light of the setting sun, incredible panoramas of the city scape and the distant glimmering of the bay. At night, a magical fairyland of twinkling lights unfolds – the perfect setting to accompany conversation with friends. Only a few minutes’ drive from Sky High for unbeatable views of Melbourne, an easy stroll to Destiny Point Café at Five-ways for your morning latte, Silvan Dam lookout and the #688 bus stop. You also have leisurely forest walks at your doorstep and are a commutable distance from Melbourne CBD making this home an exceptional blend of lifestyle, location, and abundant potential. More to Love: •Character delivered via leadlight and stained-glass windows, polished floorboards and dry stone walls. •Two bedrooms (master with walk-in robe and ensuite effect) with an additional smaller room ideal as a nursery, small child, guest or home office. •Laundry room off the kitchen offering great storage space. •Views of the city, sea, Mt Macedon and the Yarra Valley. •Parks Victoria forest below and YRC bushland above. •Separate from the house is an original stone shed with a loft on top •Gas ducted heating for seasonal comfort •Fishpond

Reviews

KAREN
January 2026
Very private location lined with trees and gardens. The beds were very comfortable and the whole cottage has multiple heating and cooling options making it a lovely place to be. The views were exceptional and the cottage had all we needed. It worked well for us as a family of 5 - three teen boys. Couch is very comfy as an extra bed! The driveway is a bit precarious but once you get up it a few times it’s fine!
Laetitia
November 2025
Nous avons adoré ce cottage en bois en hauteur avec une vue incroyable ! Très confortable et très bien équipé ! Très bien accueilli et très chaleureux ! À proximité des jardins botaniques, des trails, du centre d’Olinda. Entourés de cacatoès et de perruches.

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