Title: The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river 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 # The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/d04d78bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/ba6fa3da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/726c04b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/4d467796.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949400/103949334/3450ef91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a garden, a sauna and a hot tub at The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 132153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Fireplace £388 includes taxes & fees 8 Oct - 9 Oct ## 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. ### The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river The Grand Lodge at The Fernglen Forest Retreat is a stunning limestone dwelling with 5 bedrooms (3 king, 1 double, 1 bunk, 1 sofabed), 2 kitchens, 2 lounges, 2 bathrooms and forest views from every window. The lodge comes with a 8 seat outdoor jacuzzi set among the ferns. You can relax by the indoor fires or soak in the unforgettable extra-large tub overlooking the rainforest. Outside you'll find stunning courtyards immersed in ferns and nettled under the windmill. No loud parties. STRICT NOISE CURFUEW 10 PM. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - On a river ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 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. ### Property is also known as 636197 ## About the area ![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-37.83882%2C145.36182&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZrDGkKKd-3ndb5lagbeqVAyq_LM=) Mount Dandenong, Victoria #### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - William Ricketts Sanctuary - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Olinda Falls - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Upwey Station - 16 min drive - Belgrave Station - 19 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hahndorfs Fine Chocolates - ‬9 min drive - ‪Prosperina Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - ‬4 min drive - ‪Mary Eats Cake - ‬9 min drive - ‪SkyHigh Bistro - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river? > As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river on 8 Oct 2025 start from £388.32, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Grand-Lodge-Private-Rainforest-With-River.h103949334.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Grand Lodge: Private rainforest with river located? > Located in Mount Dandenong, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Dandenongs and Dandenong Ranges National Park. William Ricketts Sanctuary and Tree Fern Gully Track are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question