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8/10 Good
Jenny C.
Mar 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Jenny C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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The Hollies
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Step into The Hollies, a 1910 Hills home surrounded by 2.5 acres of secluded gardens and trees. Enjoy the charming atmosphere, peaceful walks to Nathania Springs, and easy access to major attractions like Puffing Billy.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
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About this property
The Hollies
- Nestled on 2.5 acres of secluded gardens and trees, The Hollies is a peice of Hills History.
Circa 1910, this 114 year old property oozes charm, warmth and character that is synonymous with a Home in the hills.
you will feel the same sense of calm and peace that made us fall in love with The Hlovingly our family home when we purchased and lovingly restored the home in 2014. there are still minor external garden works happening in and around the 2 and a half acres of property however around the home is completed.
Central to all the major gardens, walks, wedding venues and attractions nearby aswell as just a 5 min walk to Nathania Springs. There is a plethora of amazing things to
Do nearby that will see you either enjoy a peaceful stay of cafes, gardens and nature walks or enjoy some local national iconic attractions such as Puffing Billy, The National Rhododendron Gardens, TreeTops Belgrave.
This is our family home we have opened up to
share our love of the home and area to others to enjoy as we have done so this past decade.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- 12 steps to reach entrance
- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- No elevator
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
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Exceptional
19 reviews
The price is ￥35,137
￥35,137
￥43,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: damage caused by children will a incur fee
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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Monbulk, a neighborhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Knox and Caribbean Markets. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at State Basketball Centre, or consider a night out at Swallowfield Winery. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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What's nearby
Dandenongs12 min walk - 1.0 km- Frank Irvine Reserve9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Lyrebird Haunt Bushland Reserve12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Monbulk G172 Bushland Reserve1 min drive - 1.6 km
Getting around
- Belgrave Station10 min drive
- Belgrave Station12 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)67 min drive
Restaurants
- Edison Bakehouse19 min walk
- Micawber Tavern8 min drive
- Olinda Tea House3 min drive
- Cork On Cook’s Corner6 min drive
- Kallista Tea Rooms5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Hollies pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is The Hollies located?
Located in Monbulk, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Dandenongs and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens and Olinda Bushland Reserve. Alfred Nicolas Gardens and Grants Picnic Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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10/10 Excellent
April C.
Mar 22, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a stunning property. Couldn't recommend it more.
April C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Milan P.
Sep 11, 2025
Milan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025