Title: Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2261&destination=Melbourne%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=95478438&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. ## Photo gallery for Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. ![Terrace/patio - Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. (Emerald)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478500/95478438/e9791382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. (Emerald)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478500/95478438/01fbbca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. (Emerald)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478500/95478438/bc947f8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. (Emerald)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478500/95478438/93c6b6eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. (Emerald)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478500/95478438/c43f3508.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Emerald, this 6-bedroom tree house is a nature lover's paradise. Surround yourself with wildlife and birdlife on over ¾ acre of land, unwind by the indoor or outdoor fire, or soak in one of two baths. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. Come stay at our beautiful tree house in Emerald. Our 6 bedroom property has over ¾ acre of land that's rich in birdlife and other wildlife including wombats and wallabies making it the perfect family getaway. Sit around the indoor or outdoor fire, soak in one of two baths, or go on one of the many near by bush walks/bikes on the ANZAC trail or Wrights Bushland Reserve. Of course we also have the Puffing Billy and Emerald Lake on our doorstep :) Please note that we can't accommodate loud parties and noise needs to be kept down after 11pm. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92760000/92753700/92753605/f253d080.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Love in the Mist cabin (new listing) Emerald - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=92753605&PinnedHotelID=92753605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/128000000/127020000/127019100/127019017/23f5945e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mawarra Manor • Luxury Estate with Indoor Pool, Sauna, Lawn Tennis & Garden Spa Sherbrooke - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Laundry room [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=127019017&PinnedHotelID=127019017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96420000/96410500/96410420/a045f7d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lorna Doone - Grand old lady of Sassafras Sassafras - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=96410420&PinnedHotelID=96410420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119300000/119297300/119297277/6b5590aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnolia Lodge - Cosy Lodge for Two! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether 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 ## About the area Emerald, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this holiday home. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Martindale Hall Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Majestic Bushland Reserve and Emerald Bushland Reserve. Gemco Community Theatre and Australian Rainbow Trout Farm are also worth visiting. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Holiday homes in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178283-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.93949%2C145.46910&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=A6JZDCoT-e5_e6TlckGFSCARcyA=) Emerald, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Emerald Lake Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6236513/2652d111-5ea2-482c-b222-b8d94c2f8205.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerald Lake Park 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Melbourne city in the night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159118/dcb61cc2-514b-4f7b-b5a2-46ac4bcb3a42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crown Casino 58 min drive \- 42.7 miles - ![Melbourne Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2261/8c109e6b-58f9-4497-b4f8-661e52b9d346.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Melbourne Central 60 min drive \- 43.5 miles - Wright Forest Bushland Reserve 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Mount Majestic Bushland Reserve 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Cockatoo Station 5 min drive ### Restaurants - Edison Bakehouse 16 min drive - The Railway Dog 7 min drive - Bam Bam Italian 6 min drive - The General Food Store 6 min drive - Yarra Ranges Estate 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne.? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne.? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne.? ### Where is Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful country property in native bush less than an hour from Melbourne. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz S. 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow, what a place! A special place, amazing house with beautiful bush views, surrounded by birds. Close to Emerald Park Lake and Puffing Billy. Perfect place for a few days away with family. ##### Liz S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike F. 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful easy weekend escape We stayed here with two other families over a long weekend and we all really enjoyed it. Beautiful natural surrounds, we loved the hanging out on the deck and listening to the frogs and birds. It's a short drive from Melbourne and the shops aren't too far, but it feels like you're further away - which is real nice. ##### Mike F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Y. 10 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dads 80th Had a ball, all generations of family came together in an awesome house for a terrific weekend. Thanks so much, everyone had a ball! The cosy fire and the drizzle outside made it lovely and the dog had a ball!! Thank you ##### Sarah Y. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John K. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place for the family The whole family enjoyed our stay. The spot is lovely. Thank you. ##### John K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle M. 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Thanks, everything was great. ##### Janelle M. 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