Title: Eltham Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Eltham Retreat Suburban holiday home with 2 hot tubs and fitness centre ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10470000/10466600/10466529/w1242h1656x0y2-bdd9dd24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10470000/10466600/10466529/00fb2fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10470000/10466600/10466529/56cd352e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Three Bedroom House | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10470000/10466600/10466529/462957f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Three Bedroom House | Living room | 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10470000/10466600/10466529/0bdda735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Montsalvat, Eltham Retreat provides a terrace, a firepit and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym. VIP Access 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91421 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Gym - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Eltham Retreat Suburban holiday home with 2 hot tubs and fitness centre Along with a fitness centre, this smoke-free holiday home has express check-out and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include gas grills. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a private yard. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a deep soaking tub. This holiday home offers 11 accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, first-run films and DVD players. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and an iron/ironing board. 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 2 hot tubs - Access to nearby indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces) - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Family friendly - Children's toys ### Kitchen - Blender - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Rice cooker - Tea bags/instant coffee - Toaster - Waffle maker ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub or hydromassage showerhead - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area - Window screens ### Entertainment - 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels - Books - DVD player - First-run films - Netflix - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Firepit - Free firewood - Fully-fenced - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Terrace - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: AUD 60 per pet per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Deposit: AUD 60 per stay - One-time cleaning fee: AUD 40 ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 12 steps to reach entrance - 2 accessible parking spaces - Lever door handles - No lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Electrical adapters - Guidebooks - Iron/ironing board - Local maps - Restaurant dining guides ### Location highlights - In a business district - In a shopping district - In a village - In the suburbs - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a metro station - Near a train station - Near the airport - Near the bay ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - Gym - Private wine tours - Vineyard - Wine tasting room - Wine tours - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Indoor pool (guest access) nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Window guards ### General - 1 building - 1 floor - 11 units - Bicycle storage - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Solar energy - Victorian architecture - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83010000/83005100/83005087/6df29403.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street Melbourne Central Business District - Pool - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 619 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 27 Oct - 28 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=83005087&PinnedHotelID=83005087&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Two Bedroom Apartment | Living room | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8020000/8011300/8011239/829baf6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Bundoora Bundoora - 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Please Do Not strip beds. B. Cleaning 1.The property must be left in a neat & tidy state. 2.All dishes must be washed/placed back into the cupboards. 3.Place all used towels in the laundry basket. 1\. Rubbish must be disposed in the correct bin: Yellow – recycling (no plastic bags) Red - general rubbish Green – leaves/grass clippings. 2. Council may refuse collection/impose a fine. Fee applies. Pets If you have family pets during your stay, please remember to check the backyard for any pet droppings. Please collect, bag and place in the red bin. Additional fees ($80) may apply. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 60, per pet, per stay, plus a one-off cleaning fee of AUD 40 and a deposit of AUD 60 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: AUD 500.00 per stay - Cleaning fee: AUD 160 per accommodation, per stay, (varies per unit) - A damage deposit of AUD 500 will be collected before check-in. - Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: AUD 60 per stay - Pet fee: AUD 60 per pet, per stay plus a one-off AUD 40 cleaning fee - Service animals are exempt from fees - High chair fee: AUD 15 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property uses solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Eltham Retreat House Eltham Retreat Eltham Retreat Eltham Eltham Retreat Private vacation home Eltham Retreat Private vacation home Eltham ## About the area Located in Eltham, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a shopping district and near the airport. Montsalvat and Abbotsford Convent are cultural highlights of the area. La Trobe University and Deakin University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [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-37.72942%2C145.13533&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TtoTUO_rxVeap5fx5vka8xXb8VU=) 158 Bolton Street, Eltham, VIC, 3095 ### What's nearby - Montsalvat - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - La Trobe University - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles - Austin Hospital - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles - Box Hill Hospital - 12 min drive - 8.0 miles - Deakin University - 18 min drive - 10.6 miles ### Getting around - Eltham Station - 3 min drive - Southern Cross Station - 22 min drive - Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Montsalvat - ‬3 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk - ‪Second Home - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Eltham Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of AUD 60 per stay and a fee of AUD 60 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of AUD 40 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Eltham Retreat? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Eltham Retreat? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Eltham Retreat? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Eltham Retreat located? > Located in Eltham, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Montsalvat, and within 6 mi (10 km) of La Trobe University and Austin Hospital. Mercy Hospital for Women and Box Hill Hospital are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Eltham Retreat Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### Joan 1 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Moses is an excellent communicator. The property is large and spacious. 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