Dandenong Ranges Accommodation in Ferntree Gully
A Unique Place to Stay in the Dandenong Ranges
Escape to a private, unique solar-powered home set on 1300m² of lush Australian forest. Surrounded by giant gums, tree ferns, and a variety of Australian natives, a creek runs through the centre of our 2 bedroom Ferntree Gully get way.
People land here for different reasons — a proper break from screens, a chance to actually experience the Australian bush, or simply a good place to stay for a local event or a trip back to old stomping grounds. The property works for all of it.
Spend your evenings in the 12-jet spa or out on the elevated patio, listening to whatever the native wildlife has to say that night. Inside, both bedrooms have heated queen beds and forest views; one has a skylight for falling asleep under the stars.
The property has an artsy, handmade character throughout — nothing showroom, nothing sterile. It’s a place built for slowing down, not just sleeping.
You’re minutes from the Dandenong Ranges’ best-loved trails and lookouts, and an easy stroll from local art galleries, live music, artisan microbreweries, and restaurants using local ingredients.
Escape. Reconnect. Create.
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Amenities
Comfort Air conditioning and heating (split-system plus portable heaters), a spa, black-out blinds, and heated bedding. Private entrance and private living room, so the whole place is yours for the stay.
Entertainment & Work Smart TV with the major streaming apps, a JBL/JVC sound system, board games, and a dedicated private workspace with monitor for anyone working remotely or just checking email once a day.
Comfort Air conditioning and heating (split-system plus portable heaters), a spa, black-out blinds, and heated bedding.
12-jet spa.
Luxuriate in the 12 jet spa.
Sustainability Locally made, organic, biodegradable toiletries. No single-use plastics.
Elevated outdoor Patio
Relax on the elevated patio listening to native wildlife.
Enjoy al fresco eating with the moderns BBQ facilities.
Kitchen A fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, two fridges, and all the cooking basics.
Outdoor Fire pit, sun loungers, a fully fenced private backyard, and a footbridge over the creek. The patio and outdoor dining area look straight into the trees.
Parking Driveway parking for up to five cars, with free street parking nearby.
Amenities
Local Restaurants & Cafés
Nevedya – Masala Spice Kitchen & Tapas, Upwey (13 min walk) Delicious vegan options, live music Sundays.
Have Ya Bean, Upwey (13 min walk) Great coffee, breakfast and lunch menu.
The Hatter & the Hare, Bayswater (16 min drive) Alice in Wonderland-inspired cakes and food.
Cognoscenti, Belgrave (6 min drive) Five-star dining, incredible chefs.
Killik Handcrafted Rum, Belgrave (9 min drive) House-made rum and gin, food’s brilliant too.
Local Bars
Fat Goat, Upwey (13 min walk) Artisan beer stockists who also make their own gin and beer.
Royal Hotel (15 min walk) A historical sports bar with solid pub grub.
The Railyard, Tecoma (5 min drive) Barn-style interior, good vibes, local live music.
Killik Handcrafted Rum, Belgrave (9 min drive) As above.
Scenic Walks & Views
Sherbrooke Forest Circuit, Sherbrooke (12 min drive) Classic fern gully walk.
The back of the Thousand Steps, Ferntree Gully (10 min drive) Hilly, but the views are worth it.
Sherbrooke Falls Trail, Sherbrooke (13 min drive) A proper waterfall.
Mount Dandenong lookout walk (20 min drive) Starts at the top of a steep hill with a lovely track winding down.
More walking trails at ExploreTheDandenongs.com.au.