Wild Orchid Olinda ~ Private Luxury self contained Cottage ~ Dandenong Ranges

Olinda, Victoria
$256 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Wild Orchid Olinda is a private, luxurious, stand alone, completely self-contained 70sqm cottage in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges, Victoria.

Nestled into Doongalla Forest, surrounded by Mountain Ash and tree ferns, minutes walk to the villages, close to everything, yet away from it all

Escape into nature ~ the perfect home away from home ~ free wifi and plenty of space with a beautiful separate upstairs bedroom featuring Forest Balcony, downstairs large living roomwith dining or work area and fully equipped kitchen.

Enjoy the Forest at your door, to take time out, retreat into nature ~ recharge and relax or Just BE

❤️ The perfect Lovers Retreat

Surrounded by tree ferns and towering mountain ash the cottage backs onto the Doongalla State Forest and is surrounded by nature and wildlife.

Just minutes walking distance to both Olinda and Mt Dandenong villages where you find cafes, eateries and artisan boutiques.

The cottage is stand-alone, private and completely self-contained with everything you need to stay for a few days, a week or a month.

Situated right in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, Wild Orchid Olinda is great base to discover the surrounding Dandenong & Yarra Ranges.

You will stay in complete privacy in this special location tucked away from the busy village nearby.

From the moment you step onto the property you will be drawn into the magic of the garden and surrounding forest.

Enter your private cottage with enchanting story book style exterior and modern, elegant interior. The living area has a large sofa to sink into by the cosy log fire, where you can curl up to watch a movie, listen to music, read a book or just to BE.

Adjoining is the warm country kitchen that is fully equipped with everything you need including a washing machine and dryer so you can stay for a few days, a week or a month.

Upstairs the romantic bedroom has a queen size bed, electric blanket, beautiful bamboo, and cotton sheets and a private balcony from which you can enjoy treetop views with glimpses of Melbourne city, glorious sunsets, and star gaze at night through the telescope. The adjoining bathroom has a spa bath, fluffy robes, and towels.

Perfect for a romantic weekend away, an ideal business Retreat for busy professionals and creatives needing time out to get that project done without interruptions.

Or you can simply enjoy the natural surroundings of the state forest. Enjoy the birdlife and balcony visits from Kookaburras, Rosellas and King Parrots. There are several superb gardens and Bushwalks that we can share with you. Or you can use the walking maps provided to explore on your own. You may be fortunate enough to see wallabies, kangaroos and lyrebirds all in their natural habitat.

The cottage is key-code entry, so there is no need to fuss with keys or check-in. On booking, you will receive your exclusive key code and you can let yourself in and out of the cottage at your convenience.

Once you have checked into the cottage it is your time and your space. We do not disturb you. Everything you need for a weekend or a week is in the cottage.

Longer says are welcome and we offer a generous discount, please don’t hesitate to call me to discuss your personal needs.


Stays at the cottage include:

• exclusive use of the cottage for up to two persons
• complete privacy - there is only one cottage on the property
• all bed linen and towels
• Australian made all-natural shampoo, conditioner and spa lotion
• exclusive key code
• generous breakfast hamper including fresh local produce
• fluffy toweling robes & large corner spa bath
• Cosy log fire set and ready for you to light (except during fire restrictions & fire ban days)
• Panasonic Bluetooth/stereo system, TV & DVD player with a good selection of DVD's but feel free to bring your own
• Off-road parking, entry point when coming from Olinda Village (same side of the road)


at Wild Orchid Olinda we are absolutely passionate and diligent when in comes to hygiene and sanitation.

The cottage is always completely cleaned and sanitised after guests check out and before new guests check in.

All the linen is washed at +70c and all surfaces are cleaned with hospital grade sanitiser.

All the crockery, cutlery, glasses, pots and pans are run through a +70c dishwasher. 

All light switches and handrails handles etc. are cleaned and sanitised.

Check in is contactless - access is keypad entry.

We welcome bookings for future dates and are always happy to reschedule your bookings if the need arises.


Don't hesitate to call us with your booking inquiry +61 3 9751 2556

We hope to see you very soon!

Warm Wishes,

Pia Almarker

Property owner & manager

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table Free Breakfast Available
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 753 Sq Ft (70 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Garden Telescope
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Music Library Stereo Video Library TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    20 Stairs To Reach Property If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Smoking Permitted On Balcony Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Peter T.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Wonderful cottage for two, and Pia was very helpful and communicative. Highly recommended.

  • GHALIB E.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    It was absolutely perfect in every way. Exceeded expectations which were already high to begin with.

  • Laura D.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 17, 2025

    My bestie and I were very blessed to have stayed here for 4 nights as a mini escape from our high-stress jobs. Absolutely perfect cottage, easy to find in Olinda and central to everything. The cottage is only a short drive from Sassafras, Belgrave, etc. so we were able to go out each day and have mini day trips and then return in the evening.The cottage itself was beautiful, we loved the fireplace and the spa and the views out the windows; we had everything we needed. The balcony was a highlight for me with kookaburras. Pia Tim also made us a beautiful hamper for our stay. Communication was excellent instructions about staying were very clear and easy to understand and follow.Nothing to fault no complaints. We would love to return I'll be recommending this place to all of my friends for future getaways.Thank you Pia Tim for having us! Kind regards from LJ & Jayden x

  • Kenya H.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 25, 2024

    We arrived on Christmas Day and in advance, Pia told us many things would not be open. She offered to get us a couple days food if I would reimburse her. I didn’t hesitate and she was an amazing shopper! She thought of everything and every little touch in the cottage is so well suited for the space. The kucooburrow came to visit on the small terrace one evening which was special. Pia’s communication is impeccable and I highly recommend this place!! It was a wonderful way to spend Christmas and a few days afterward.

  • Peter G.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    Spent two very comfortable nights in the cottage below road level and surrounded by trees. Easy to find. Well lit steps down are wide and shallow and not slippery even after heavy rain. Generous breakfast ingredients. Didn’t try any of the electronics as we were relaxing. Close to many walks and activities

  • Olivia R.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2022

    Stayed Nov 13, 2022

    The cottage was beautiful and Pia was very easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend!

  • Emma M.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2022

    Stayed Sep 10, 2022

    Thank you Pia for this amazing getaway. The cottage is beautiful, everything we hoped for and more! With the fire and little touches around the cottage, it was the perfect place to relax. We will definitely be back.

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2022

    Stayed Aug 29, 2022

    This place is beautiful! It’s perfect for a little getaway, I especially enjoyed the breakfast that Pia provided. It was so close to the spa’s and shops to be able to have a relaxing time. Thankyou Rebecca

  • Lisa J.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2022

    Stayed Jul 27, 2022

    Lovely relaxing trip away. Beautiful house. I’m old school so loved the CD & DVD player.

  • Marisa A.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2022

    Stayed Jul 15, 2022

    Couldn’t ask for perfect place to stay. The cottage warm and welcoming with everything you need right down to breakfast.

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$256+
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