Title: Gardenview for a restful break 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=111331245&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gardenview for a restful break ## Photo gallery for Gardenview for a restful break ![Exterior detail - Gardenview for a restful break (Blackburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111331300/111331245/7113b0c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gardenview for a restful break (Blackburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111331300/111331245/167f04e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Gardenview for a restful break (Blackburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111331300/111331245/ebdab208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gardenview for a restful break (Blackburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111331300/111331245/0fabb641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Gardenview for a restful break (Blackburn)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111340000/111331300/111331245/6ed305eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gardenview for a restful break provides amenities, such as a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £142 includes taxes & fees 28 Mar - 29 Mar ## 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. ### Gardenview for a restful break Take it easy at this tranquil getaway. Across the road from Blackburn's beautiful Furness Park, with a creek flowing through it - you will find 'Garden Dreams' - a secluded guest house at the back of the main residence - with separate entrance and gate. 15 min walk to Blackburn train station. If you love nature, you'll love the sounds of the frogs at night in the pond outside of your window. But you may also come across - ducks, kookaburras and even the odd tawny frogmouth! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### 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) ### General - Garden - Recycling - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1328800/1328739/ff094172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Dandenong by IHG Dandenong - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.2 Wonderful 161 reviews £68 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=1328739&PinnedHotelID=1328739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/914100/914054/2f5e29d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus The Tudor-Box Hill Box Hill - 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A fee is charged for damage ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children are welcome to stay ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 This property uses solar energy 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 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 Blackburn, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this holiday home. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Chadstone Shopping Mall and Collins Street. Check out an event or a game at Rod Laver Arena, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gardenview for a restful break 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gill F. 2 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very quiet suburb & garden setting which was great for the two of us and dog, who had access to the back garden. Clean & tidy with everything we needed. Park opposite for dog walking was a bonus. Good communication with host. ##### Gill F. 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