Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in Sassafras

A romantic forest getaway with luxury spa & sauna.

Located on 3 acres of private temperate rain forest, amidst enchanted 100+ year old cultivated gardens, with moss covered trails leading to Sassafras creek. The private and exclusive hideaway features exotic spa salts, scented oils and fragrant candles to provide the ultimate rejuvenation experience. Set your own scene and pamper yourselves. Before you spa, let the Tylo Cedar Dry Sauna loosen stubborn muscles and nourish blood flow to sensitive skin surfaces. Perfect partner celebration gift!

Vintage Caravan, Rainforest & Lyrebirds

Our 1959-vintage caravan is just 12ft long, best for a couple or two friends. At a pinch, two children could sleep in the king single bed; see the photos and description further down. Wake up to the sounds of Lyrebirds, enjoy a private walk in our rainforest gully and stroll around the garden, one of the best private gardens in the Dandenongs. Offering a minimum one-night stay for a quick getaway, or stay longer & enjoy the peace, sit by the fire - made from a beer keg, and roast marshmallows.

Country style retreat in Yarra Valley.

Escape to a private retreat in the stunning Yarra Valley! Set on 14 scenic acres, The Stable is a super cozy, self-contained guesthouse, perfectly secluded for total privacy. Just minutes from top Yarra Valley wineries, the Dandenong Ranges, and the Warburton Trail, it’s ideal for a romantic escape or a peaceful country getaway. Unwind in nature, explore nearby attractions, or simply relax in comfort— your perfect retreat awaits in this unforgetable location surrounded with paddocks and nature.

Tranquil hideaway - escape to the rainforest

Welcome to Steep Creek Retreat, a peaceful oasis. You'll be treated to a warm and comfortable 3 bedroom house nestled in the rainforest, with views of Belgrave Lake Park, trees and ferns, possums, birds and the most wonderful forest sights and sounds. Feed rainbow lorikeets on the verandah, sit by the fire, relax in the bath, scramble down to the park and Monbulk Creek walks, or stroll to Puffing Billy or Belgrave's bands, bars and night life. When you're here, it feels like another world.

Wanderlust - I want something just like this

When you yearn for seclusion hidden away amidst nature, be lead down a path where at first you can barely see anything. Come further and the wonders start to reveal themselves. With each step you’ll leave the world further behind, a smile will brake out, and the peace that is wanderlust will consume you. Then you’ll reach your sanctuary, private, secluded, immersed in the sounds of nature and surrounded by jaw dropping views. It’s then you’ll say to yourself - I want something just like this.

Writer's Block is a peaceful and romantic retreat

Writer’s Block retreat is the perfect romantic getaway for couples or writers and artists. It was selected as 1 of 11 finalists in the 2022 Airbnb Best Nature Stay for Aus & NZ. Set on 27 acres and surrounded by gums and chestnut trees, this private rural retreat is within a 10-minute drive to cafes, restaurants, shops, picturesque walks and the famous Puffing Billy. The Yarra Valley is only a 30-minute scenic drive to local wineries and farmers' markets. Fully functional kitchen and laundry.

The Cabin farm stay in Emerald Alkira Glamping

OUTDOOR BATH BLISS! Dreaming of the perfect weekend escape? This stunning, modern cabin (ranked #2 on Airbnb’s most wish-listed stays!) is the kind of place that steals your heart the moment you arrive. Sink into your outdoor bath under the stars, surrounded by mountain air and serenity. With stylish interiors, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, a separate shower and bathroom area, and friendly animals, it’s the ultimate cozy retreat, just an hour from Melbourne CBD. An unforgettable getaway!

'The Sett'. Your private luxury mountain retreat.

The Sett Finalist for Airbnb’s Best New Host 2025 award, The Sett is a private couples’ retreat in the Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy your own private entrance, a cosy gas fire, a luxury bathroom, and a welcoming space with large windows that frame the forest surrounds. Thoughtful touches make every stay special., including a delicious continental breakfast. To keep the retreat calm & carefree, The Sett does not include full cooking facilities. A kettle, coffee machine, and toaster are provided.

M&M Green stay and gallery

A cozy guest suite, beautifully designed for unique and inspiring stay. Our property is ideal for a couple, situated on the GROUND FLOOR, (we leave on the second floor) completely privet, by acoustic divide wall, with all the comforts of home. It’s surrounded by our native garden. You can explore the endless bush walks in the Dandenong ranges and parks. The area is full of coffee shops, unique little gem shops and treasures, great restaurants award winning distillery and a cinema.

Mountain View Spa Cottage

This cozy cottage offers breathtaking views of the Dandenong Ranges and the lush Yarra Valley. Featuring a luxurious king-sized bed and a private spa (can be adjusted to cool in summer and hot in winter), it's the perfect romantic getaway. Enjoy a glass of wine on the veranda while taking in the stunning scenery, or relax in the spa after a day of exploring the local attractions. With its charming decor, this cottage is the ultimate retreat for couples.

Dingleigh of Sassafras - Reader's Cottage

A forest hideaway in the Dandenong Ranges. Nestled between ferns and maples, Dingleigh of Sassafras is one of the original cottages on the property, lovingly restored and updated. Walking proximity to Sassafras, local shops, famous gardens & the national park. Dingleigh and its gardens offer an ideal location for wedding preparations and small wedding ceremonies. Photo shoots and video locations are also available upon request.

Precinct Cottage (Olinda - Old Police station)

Stay in the heart of Olinda Village at the Old (heritage) Olinda Police Station. From the moment you step into the Cottage grounds you are surrounded by history and the sights and sounds of nature. All local attractions are only moments away. You can retreat to the cottage to enjoy the luxury accommodation and facilities, experience the local village or explore the great surroundings on your door step.