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Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain

Holiday home in Dinner Plain with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience alpine charm at this spacious three-bedroom lodge, perfect for family snow-play with open space right at the doorstep. Located near the heart of the village, it’s an easy walk to restaurants and shops. Inside, a slow combustion wood heater and electric panels in every room provide superior comfort.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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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.

Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain

Spacious alpine retreat in a quiet Dinner Plain cul-de-sac. Perfect for families and groups, close to village cafés, trails, and Mt Hotham shuttle. Cozy woodfire, comfy beds, and everything you need for a relaxing mountain escape all year round.

This spacious three-bedroom alpine lodge offers comfort, warmth, and room for everyone to relax. Spread across three levels, it sleeps up to ten guests and combines cozy mountain charm with all the modern amenities you need for an easy, enjoyable stay in Dinner Plain.

**Ground floor:**
A gentle set of steps leads to a welcoming entry lobby with seating for boots and gear, plus a drying room and full bathroom/laundry with shower, toilet, washing machine and dryer. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is ideal for gathering with family or friends. Enjoy the slow-combustion wood heater set against a local stone hearth, or curl up in the window seats and take in the alpine views. The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and stove, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, pantry, and all the crockery and glassware you’ll need. Step out onto the deck to enjoy the mountain air and peaceful surrounds.

**First floor:**
The master bedroom includes a king bed (convertible to two singles), bedside tables, and hanging space. The family bedroom features a queen bed and two additional singles through an archway — perfect for kids or extra guests. The family bathroom has a luxurious corner spa bath with overhead shower, and a separate toilet for convenience.

**Loft:**
Up the stairs (no ladder climbing required) you’ll find a flexible sleeping space with a king bed (or two singles) plus two more singles. This cozy upper level also has its own TV, making it an ideal retreat for kids or teens to unwind.

Echo Base blends rustic alpine character with practical design — offering comfort, space, and a true “home away from home” feeling in every season.

What we provide:
- The beds will be made up upon your arrival. Please let us know what arrangement you would like: To make sure we have everything all ready for you, could you please confirm which beds would you like made up:
Master - king OR two singles
Family room - queen and two singles
Loft - king and two singles OR four singles
- There will be a bath towel for each guest, and a bath mat and hand towel for each bathroom
- The kitchen is stocked with all the crockery, glassware and utensils you’re likely to need
- We provide limited dishwasher tablets, dishwashing liquid, scourers, sponges and toilet paper
- There will be some dry wood, kindling, matches and fire lighters by the fire, and further wood can be found in the woodshed on the deck

What you’ll want to bring:
- We have a pod coffee machine but you’ll need to bring your own pods (any suitable for a Nespresso machine) or ground coffee for the plunger
- If you’re a movie buff, we have video cables ready to access next to the TVs so plugging in a laptop or media player is nice and easy

Please feel free to email Jess if you have any queries in the lead up to or during your stay. We will require your mobile phone number so that we can advise you of the door code on the morning of your check-in.

- Unfortunately our lodge is not suitable for pets
- There is strictly no smoking inside
- Please be respectful of the neighbours – guests having parties or who are being noisy and disruptive will be asked to leave

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 any lifts

Property is also known as

Echo Base Perfect Lodge 10 Dinner Plain
Echo Base Perfect Lodge 10
Echo Base Perfect 10 Dinner Plain
Echo Base Perfect 10
Echo Base Perfect Lodge for 10 in Dinner Plain
Echo Base - Perfect Lodge for 10 in Dinner Plain Dinner Plain
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About the area

Map
Dinner Plain, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dinner Plain Track - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Mount Hotham Alpine Resort - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Road Runner - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Mount Hotham - 16 min drive - 17.1 km
  • The Village - 20 min drive - 12.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The General - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chill Bar & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snake Gully Hut - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪the bird - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hotham Hotel - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain located?

Situated in Dinner Plain, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Alpine National Park and Dead Timber Hill Walking Track Trailhead. Boiler Plain Reference Area and Dinner Plain Track are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Echo Base – Alpine Family Retreat, Dinner Plain Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Amazing snow getaway

Wonderful property in great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

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

Family friendly Echo Base

Great location, generous spaces and well appointed. Great amenities for a comfortable family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

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

Just what you need for a trip to the high country!

Well appointed accommodation with plenty of space for everyone. A kitchen that’s as well equiped as your kitchen at home. Perfectly positioned in the village. A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Perfect family base for snow adventure

Echo Base was the perfect accommodation for two families to share, while enjoying the snow for the first time. Jessica is a wonderful host who responds very quickly to any questions. We cannot wait to return to Echo Base and Dinner Plain in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arjuna k.

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

Great Place to get away

Stayed with mine and my sisters family, house sleeps 10 comfortably, away from everything, kicked back and played games and chilled, went for long and short hikes. Well equipped kitchen, kept us all well fed. Quite far from the shops so bring everything you might need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Amazing cabin in great location

Property was very clean ,had everything you needed as a family.The communication in lead up to stay was first class..perfect host! The cabin is not far from Mt hotham.We were so fortunate to have a whole night of snowfall that transformed the location into a winter wonderland. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Huyen H.

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

Echo Base

We love the house, nice, clean , heaps of kitchen accessories to use . Jessica ( the house hosted) was very helpful and responded to our email very quick, thanks Jessica. We looked forward to staying in the house again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gammana P.

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

Cozy and a warm house

The owner was very quick to response so our check in process smooth. The house was neat tidy and warm, so the moment we entered we loved it! All the essentials were provided. Thank you so much Jessica for hosting such a beautiful place so travelers, like us could make the most out of the visit. No second thoughts to recommend this place for others😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ishan M.

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

Warm, Comfy tiny igloo

overall it was great.No issues at all. Fantastci experinace. Owner is very responsive and great to deal with it. The property was great as it looks in the pictures. Highly recommended. ..😍💥💥
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

dilani K., Melbourne

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

Mrs

This is our second time staying with Ecobase We realy enjoyed our trip and im highly recommend this property .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda J.

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

ECHO BASE is AWESOME!

ECHO BASE was a lovely chalet that was perfect for our family of 5 adults & 5 kids. The Fireplace got a workout and the heating through the whole house was so good. 2 showers & toilets were a bonus and the 3 levels allowed us to have our own space. Jess the manager was great to deal with answered my calls every time. Will definately be back xx
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Exceeded our high expectations

Previous reviews have been glowing for this property, and we're happy to report it was even better than we expected. The layout is great, it's perfectly set up with everything you need... We brought our own slow cooker to find there were 2 there already! Great location, great communication and a perfect place to stay while skiing at Mt Hotham. We'll certainly recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Relaxing break

The location was just what we were after, low key break to relax, go for walks and read books. The house was big enough for a large group of people to have their own space, and was well supplied with kitchen utensils which was great as we cooked a lot. We hadn’t been to Dinner Plain or Hotham previously so we were not aware that it is difficult to buy provisions, even basic items are difficult to get, eg butter and fresh milk. There is a supermarket but not operating at present, this was at Easter. Hopefully it will have an operator soon. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn S.

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

Total Relaxation

Lovely and clean and and the things they promised. Great relaxing experience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

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

Snow stay

Homely, comfortable, spacious, well equipped kitchen, warm and cozy, great location. Great communication from host. Good value for money.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Echo Base located in a very convenient place. Close to bus stop, toboggan slope, shopping Center ect. The house is not cold at all even without heaters. Kitchen is full of all the utensils. Remember there are 4-5 toboggans for you to use which is not mentioned in the house description. Beds are comfortable and new. I love the place and the host replies you promptly for all your questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tariq M.

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

Stunning place to stay

The moment we entered Dinner Plain, it was surrounded by fog and was looking like a fairy tale place. We loved our stay and enjoyed everything. The only negative bit was that WiFi was not activated for some reason that gave us a bit of trouble but I would still give 5 stars... :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

dilani K.

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

excellent .Property maneger is very good and property is very clean.kitchen is excellent .

i highly recommended this place.realy kind property maneger and the kitchen is perfect with everything what we need .very clean and we enjoyed very much.my kids love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Belinda F.

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

Loved it

Great house! Spacious, comfy, kitchen literally had more utensils than my home. Very reliable communication. Would stay again. Thanks Jessica!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacob O.

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

Excellent clean property. This is better than how it looks in the listing.

Great trip. Excellent house, clean with great location. I would stay here again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beau H.

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

Nice stay, clean property

Echo base was a clean and tidy property, plenty of space and only a short walk to the ski and toboggan runs and town centre. We all enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

joshua c.

Bloody ripper place

Ripper place great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018