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Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton

Cottage in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
TV, fireplace, stereo
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Perched on the lower slopes of Mt Donna Buang, this renovated 1940s cottage offers a serene retreat with an East facing deck overlooking the Upper Yarra Valley and a cozy stone patio with fire pit. Explore Warburton's charming town centre, cafes, unique shops and wineries down valley for tastings.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton

This very private 1940s cottages has just had a complete renovation. The two main bedrooms have queen sized beds and there's a kids room with a bunk bed.
The house also has great outdoor areas with an East facing deck that looks out over the Upper Yarra Valley and a stone patio with a funky fire pit.
Warburton is a cool mountain town with plenty of options for hikers and bikers. The house is 500 meters from the Aqueduct trail that winds through the forest. The Warburton - Lilydale rail trail is popular with families. More adventurous riders can take on Mt Donna Buang, Reefton Spur and the Acheron Way.
Warburton has plenty of great cafes, unique shops, and a popular swimming hole in the centre of town, and there's wineries down valley for tastings.
The house is located on the lower slopes of Mt Donna Buang which has snow play and toboggan run in winter. It's also located 45 minutes from the cross country ski centre at Lake Mountain.
Please note that there are approximately 20 steps down or up to the house from the two entrances. It is not suitable for people with mobility issues.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Fully Renovated 1940s Cottage in Warburton Cottage
Fully Renovated 1940s Cottage in Warburton Melbourne
Fully Renovated 1940s Cottage in Warburton Cottage Melbourne

About the neighborhood

Map
Warburton, VIC

What's nearby

  • O'Shannassy Trail - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Yarra River Walk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Redwood Forest - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 38 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 52 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 42 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cunninghams Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gladysdale Bakehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Flying Apron Patisserie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nancy's of the Valley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little Joe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton located?

Located in Warburton, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of O'Shannassy Trail and Yarra River Walk. Yarra Ranges National Park and Warburton Bushland Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Fully renovated 1940s cottage in Warburton Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leonie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Warburton Experience

The cottage was very clean and well appointed, however car parking and access to the cottage was a problem as the site is very steep and the vehicles were parked quite a distance from the cottage which made un-packing & packing quite a struggle in the rain. I would not recommend this property for elderly people and the booking site does not give any indication of this situation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

sallyann s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Would love some pamphlets on the area, what’s on what there is to do

Good, all we needed for the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Annie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and quiet with great views

We enjoyed our stay … nice and quiet great views and fireplace
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ami B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

Lovely cosy cottage, beautiful surrounds and garden in a great spot for accessing walks and the town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great spot

Great property in a beautiful location, house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We stayed there for 2 nights and enjoyed the stay . Clean , comfortable and very peaceful.Would like to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet cottage stay

Cute little cottage for weekend get away. In a beautifully location. Iain was very helpful. Shower has the best pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property We had to leave early as we had a family emergency but we will definantly be back again to rest and take in the beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Lovely place to stay

It was a lovely comfortable property with all that we needed. Loved sitting out on the deck, looking at the trees, and listening to water flowing. Very private and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Linda P., Adelaide Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded getaway

Great short stay getaway that feels secluded. Facilities as advertised with good wifi, and plenty of room for 2. Property access a challenge and would not recommend for young families or for anyone that cannot manage 20 plus steep steps.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

weekend getaway

Great house in good location. Would recommend and will be happy to stay again. Be mindful that there are stairs both front and back when carrying luggage and if it’s pouring with rain you will get wet. On the positive side, there was heaps of dry firewood to get toasty once you’re inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Warby weekener

Great area to explore, access to property a little difficult
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Carina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice stay in beautiful surroundings

Check-in was easy and early check-in was provided when asked. Access to the house was difficult from front and back, there's a number of stairs to contend with. The listing indicates that the house has great outdoor areas. The deck and view is nice, but the property is on a significant hill and there's no yard to speak of. Kitchen and bathrooms have everything you need and the bedrooms are adequate. Overall, a pleasant stay, 3.5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

C Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and restful time

Exhausted mums seeking some time away from the families. The house is a restful place, with a good fireplace and cottage feel. The beds are comfortable and so as the hot water. We enjoyed the time there. Iain was easy to talk to and he gave us a late check-out which was very appreciated. May not be suitable with elderly or young children as the access involves steps and backyard not enclosed for running. Minor issues with parking being a bit tricky and the security door sticky to open. If equipped with a dishwasher, it would have been perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

It really is someone's 1940s holiday Cottage

3 bedrooms, pleasant, best water pressure I've ever had, outside cobwebs a bit unsightly but part of natural vibe. Neighbour's veranda 50 odd meters away but the effect behind the plants is essentially isolation. I could drink the water straight from the tap and it was quite nice. Snacked on some mint from the garden as well. The steps and ramp aren't onerous unless you have a mobility issue. Parking out the front is in a shared driveway, but on the property at the rear. I could hear the small stream, under the fern trees on the other side of the driveway, from inside the main bedroom (which was nice).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Inaccessibility of property

My husband and I booked a little weekend getaway with our 2 year old daughter.I feel that the description ‘20 steps up or down to the property’ is a little misleading. There isn’t anywhere really to park your car and it is pretty treacherous. At the bottom of the property there is no car park unless you are blocking another drive wayAt the top there is a very steep driveway that you can’t access unless you have a 4WD.There was also a huge wasp nest blocking the stairs from the top so we couldn’t access the property that way without getting stung which both myself and my husband did. We contacted the owner after we got stung to let him know so he could inform the next booking however he was less then concerned and said that he knew about the wasp nest but was waiting until it was cooler to get rid of them which I don’t feel was an appropriate response.The inaccessibility of the property made it stressful to get in and out which was not ideal to go sight seeing, go out for dinner etc.The property itself was lovely however one of the showers was not sealed which meant we couldn’t really use that shower without getting the bathroom soaked.There are lots of nice places in Warbie without these issues. I would give this one a miss.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roz G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

The house was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed - including a plentiful supply of firewood which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick snow trip

Great little property. Steep entrance but our kids were fine with it. 4wd ideal to park closer 👍 Close to the snow and perfect for a few nights away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

Great cosy cottage with everything you need. Close to great coffee spots, friendly community and lovely nature walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house amongst the trees & ferns.

We loved our short 3 day/night stay. Absolutely loved the stream alongside the house. Heaps of wood for a fire. Excellent hot water system & kitchen had everything we needed plus the added bonus of a coffee machine. The surrounds of Warburton were beautiful & we left feeling very relaxed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

JENAI T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Our crew loved their time here! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing beautiful place

Easily accessible to all areas of interest in and around Warburton. Lovely cottage
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

gayane m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and pleasant

Lovely clean house with a beautiful outdoor seating area, great for a girls weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billie-Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great house

Great house, beautiful area. - only issues was the smell from the main bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

My husband and I enjoyed our stay, however more attention needs to be paid to the guest experience. The rate is not cheap, therefore guests expect a certain level of finesse and care. There were a number of issues, in particular: - filthy pots and pans - no soap provided in either shower - no hand towels provided in either bathroom - not enough kindling provided for the stay (it had been raining leading up and any kindling on the property was wet - no offer was made to bring us a supply) - firewood provided was too big to burn, no axe obvious to find - The listing states the accommodation is suitable for children, however we recommend having a highchair available - Providing a guest handbook is recommended - this was an issue as the mobile reception is not great and we weren't able to access all the guest information online. Iain was really helpful in this particular instance and texted us all the info. All in all, the location is fantastic, we really enjoyed sitting outside and soaking up the country air in a beautiful part of Victoria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020