The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river

Mount Dandenong, Victoria

$593 avg/night

Overview

Bed

Bath

Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Max Sleeps

Description

The pet-friendly Grand Lodge is a limestone sanctuary with five bedrooms—three king, one double, one double bunk, plus a sofa bed. Enjoy forest views from two lounges, two kitchens, and two bathrooms. Outside, relax in private courtyards with an eight-person jacuzzi (additional $60 per stay) , BBQ, and treetop terrace, or unwind by the fireplaces and oversized tub overlooking the rainforest. Perfect for families or groups seeking a tranquil escape. Quiet enjoyment only—no parties after 10 PM.

Features
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Features

PETS

1 Total (up To 218 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
SAFETY

Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
GENERAL

Unit Size: 2153 Sq Ft (200 Sq M)
KITCHEN

Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
PARKING

Onsite Parking
INTERNET

WiFi Available
OUTDOORS

Garden Porch Or Lanai
POOL/SPA

Sauna
BATHROOMS

2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer
LANGS SPOKEN

English Swedish
ENTERTAINMENT

Stereo TV
LIVING SPACES

Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
CLIMATE CONTROL

Heating
FAMILY FRIENDLY

Highchair
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

In A Village In The Mountains On The River
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

Iron/ironing Board
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

Smoke-free Property

Check-in : 03:00 PM Check-out : 10:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 13

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Review

Kelly P.
Submitted Aug 28, 2025

Stayed Aug 8, 2025

We recently stayed at the Grand Lodge for a family girls’ trip. The location is undeniably beautiful — surrounded by stunning bushland and birdlife — but the property itself left us with mixed feelings.The driveway is steep, winding, and stressful. The groundskeeper was on site and blocked the driveway making us have to reverse up, which was almost impossible. The “charming brook” turned out to be an overgrown trickle, that most people couldn't access. I’m also glad we didn’t pay the extra for the unkept outdoor bath and sauna.The newer Windmill Lodge was clean, comfy, and nicely presented… until following the fire-lighting instructions smoked out the entire place. The older Jacuzzi Lodge, however, felt neglected: an unemptied dishwasher, dusty “brothel-style” lampshade, cluttered carport area and broken outdoor furniture and festoon lights on the ground all contributed to a forgotten, unloved vibe.On the upside, the birdlife was amazing, the firepit was a lovely gathering spot and the natural setting was peaceful — if you ignored the neglected gardens. With proper care, this place could be spectacular. Right now, it feels more like bush camping with a roof than a premium retreat.
Sam C.
Submitted Aug 9, 2024

Stayed Aug 6, 2024

The property was great for providing the perfect retreat for our working group, with excellent bedroom and living space arrangements and comforts