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Olinda Church House Cottage

Apartment with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Dandenong Ranges National Park

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Nestled in the grounds of Olinda Methodist Church, Olinda Church House Cottage offers a serene retreat with modern comforts and historic charm. Enjoy full access to an outdoor spa, firepit, and sauna within the rainforest-inspired oasis. The cottage features a fully equipped kitchen, en-suite bathroom with luxury linen, queen-sized bed and cozy wood fire.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom50 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
The current price is NZ$510
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Olinda Church House Cottage



Stay in a piece of local history! Just steps from Olinda Village, this beautifully updated Cottage Suite sits on the grounds of the original Olinda Methodist Church. Once home to the church minister, now a cosy, stylish escape with everything you need for a relaxing stay in the Dandenong Ranges.



What You'll Love:







  • King-size bed & comfy 3-seater sofa







  • Modern en-suite & fully equipped kitchen







  • Wood fire, wireless sound system & Hubbl TV with streaming







  • Private outdoor area with seating – perfect for mountain air mornings or wine at sunset







  • Access to our private spa, sauna, firepit & outdoor shower in a lush, rainforest-inspired garden







  • Breakfast provisions, snacks, robes, slippers & spa towels included







Location Perks:







  • 1-minute walk to shops, cafes & restaurants







  • 1km to local IGA & more dining options







  • 50m to bus stop – easy access to Puffing Billy, William Ricketts Sanctuary & Upper Gully Station







  • Onsite parking available







Use the Cottage as a peaceful retreat or a base to explore the Dandenongs – from botanic gardens and forest walks to quirky village shops and iconic attractions.



Your host lives onsite in the historic church and is happy to help with anything you need, while giving you full privacy and exclusive access to all amenities. 



Perfect for romantic getaways, weekend escapes or longer mountain stays.


You won’t find a more central or relaxing spot in Olinda.



Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

We are on septic so please dispose of sanitary products and anything other than toilet paper in the bins provided.
We provide breakfast provisions and snacks to enjoy during your stay. All we ask is that you do the dishes after you have used the kitchen.
Make the most of your quiet time here. We hope that the space provides you the opportunity to reconnect with a loved one, yourself or nature!

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: On application we will consider

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Will need to bring mattress

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Olinda Church House the Heart of Olinda Village
Olinda Church House - the heart of Olinda Village Apartment
Olinda Church House - the heart of Olinda Village Melbourne
766504

About the area

Map
Olinda, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Olinda Falls - 9 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Belgrave Station - 9 min drive
  • Upwey Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pig & Whistle Tavern - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Olinda Church House Cottage?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Olinda Church House Cottage on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$509.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Retreat in the Heart of Olinda located?

Located in Olinda, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 15 minutes.

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Olinda Church House Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

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

Gorgeous little stay

Tracey was an amazing host and very attentive. Nothing was too much trouble and so many little touches that made our stay perfect.Lovely cottage, metres away from Olinda and everything you need and the hot tub was just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magnolia G.

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

Beautiful dog friendly Olinda cottage stay

My husband and I loved staying at the Old Church House Cottage. The host was extraordinarily kind, warm and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The property is perfectly located, charming and has a lovely jacuzzi and sauna in the garden. Our little indoor dogs loved going for walks in the local area and many shops welcomed them in. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

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

Amazing

Thankyou so much for a great stay in Olinda what a great little cottage in a great town
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Stunning, romantic getaway with the kindest hostes!

I cannot rave about this place enough. The hosts were beyond kind to us even picking us up from the local station and dropping us back. We arrived to a fire and wine on ice! Secluded stay and 1 min walk to town. We're planning our next stay already!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

chloe m.

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

Such a beautiful space

This place was honestly beautiful and such good use of a studio style space. Lots of games, the TV was perfect netflix foxtel etc... so many complimentary things gave us everything we needed if we just wanted to stay in and relax. Perfect area too, really quick 2 minute walk to the shopping strip in Olinda. My only suggestion is to put a lock on the door that requires the key to lock as we got locked out, that was the only downside of this beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

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

Beautifully set up studio and so close to gorgeous town.

A gorgeous retreat to relax and experience nature . Very nice feel to this stunning studio. We loved it so much we will definitely be back again .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garbrielle B.

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

Amazing little get away

Small and cosy such a lovely cottage , hosts were very helpful and accomodating . Couldn’t of asked for a better experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

jaya r.

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

Perfect get away

My partner and I enjoyed 3 lovely nights away at this gorgeous property. The house is stocked full of everything you need and full of lovely touches. The spa was the highlight for us, we look forward to staying again. Thanks Tracey!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara and Keith S.

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

Olinda magic

A beautiful experience, a gorgeous cottage with private outside spa, tucked away but really in the heart of Olinda. A great escape!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonna V.

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

Peaceful paradise

I cannot rave about this beautiful place enough. Everything about it was just magic. Fantastic eye for detail. Thankyou Tracey and Andrew. I really needed this and is was more than I expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

carolyn w.

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

An honest listing that exceeds expectations

Everything and more, immaculate and perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

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

Perfect

Very helpful host, clearly passionate about creating a lovely holiday experience for those who stay. Little elements such as snacks and lovely breakfast provisions very much appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

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

Peaceful

Olinda church house is a special place, we stayed here for one night on a short break away from our hectic work life, it was so relaxing, the cleanliness of the property amazing, the peaceful surroundings incredible and only a short walk or drive into Olinda itself. We have already rebooked our next trip to the church house, can't wait
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katrina G.

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

Excellent from start to finish

A beautiful cottage in a great location. Easy process. The little touches made all the difference.

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

Great Property

The property itself was amazing and i cant give enough praise to the property owners, everything was brilliant, highly recommended

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Overnight in Olinda

Beautiful property with everything you could need. Very generous breakfast/snacks provided and great facilities. The spa and sauna were awesome. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

tracey q., Carrum

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

Absolutely perfect t!

Everything was perfect from arriving to the log fire burning and music playing, to the beautiful outdoor area where we spent most of our stay. This property is a beautiful place to stay and relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility. We cannot wait to be able to return!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

FABULOUS

After our original honeymoon overseas was cancelled due to the corona virus, we decided to keep our post wedding house as an excuse for a mini honeymoon in the meantime. Boy of boy are we glad we did! My husband and I had an amazing weekend away! The sauna and spa were ideal for some much needed relaxation and Tracey was a fantastic host! Book a stay here and you won’t regret it! Thanks again for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Perfect Getaway!

Wow! Do yourself a favour and stay a night or two here! Tracey has put so much thought into beautiful property. The finishing touches are just lovely. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bilie M.

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

Gorgeous Getaway!

My husband and I have 3 little boys and two businesses between us. Time poor is the best way to describe it. Tracy's little gorgeous getaway was the medicine that both of us needed!! Quiet, relaxing, indulgent and simply stunning. Nothing has been missed when it comes to all of above. Thank you for having us Tracy, we will be back for sure! I will be recommending this gem to many xx
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

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

A little piece of gold!

Wow!! This property is sure to impress! Tracey is an amazing host and so lovely! So much attention to detail! From the delicious cheese board and bottle of red on arrival to a lovely personal card wishing me a happy birthday! On one of Summers hottest day’s I received a message from Tracey saying she’s put on the aircon so it will be nice and cool when we arrive! So thoughtful! My hubby and I felt at home and very relaxed on our romantic get away! Beautifully decorated and the cupboards were well stocked with yummy snacks! We could not recommend this property and hosts enough! We will definitely be back! Do your self a favour and book this amazing romantic accommodation! Amber xx
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Beautiful Experience!!!

Tracey's property in Olinda is a slice of heaven... Excellent host and well maintained. The listing did not do it justice as the experience was more than what we expected. Very peaceful and private facility with many perks set by the host. Will definitely stay here again. Thank you Tracey and well done!

10/10 Excellent

michael t.

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

Amazing

A beautiful place to stay. A perfect location and setting for a weekend away. The room is so well thought out right down to the small touches. Will defiantly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Most amazing place

Without a doubt the best place for a romantic getaway. The most beautiful scenery and most beautiful cottage you’ll ever see. We truly fell in love with this place and we are so glad we could spend our 1 year anniversary here. The hot tub and sauna are perfect and we can honestly say that we will be back really soon! Thank you so much Tracey! We can not thank you enough for this beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sadique H., Melbourne

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

Olinda Church House - 10/10

What an amazing and memorable stay. Firstly the accomodation was perfection. So cosy, private and central to everything up here. The attention to detail took this to the next level. The star attraction of this accomodation would have to be the outdoor shower, sauna and spa nestled in back garden overlooked by the wonderful natural surrounds complimented by a fire pit which works wonders under the night’s sky. Waking up each morning to the sounds of the local wildlife is music to ones ear. The property itself has all the modern ammenities, Foxtel, Netflix and Wifi. They work a treat. I cannot end this review without mentioning the wonderful and warm hospitality of Tracey the property owner. She is so welcoming and ensures you are looked after and feel comfortable. It’s a breath of fresh air when you know that you are in good hands for the duration of your stay. We rate this stay a 10 out of 10. We look forward to coming back in the future. Thankyou again for the wonderful memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019