Title: The Hollies 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 Hollies Cottage in Melbourne with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109580300/109580206/4e92fdc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109580300/109580206/e46dee0a_edited_49a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109580300/109580206/w1073h1550x0y790-a5d13ae6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109580300/109580206/0c16cfc5_edited_5588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109590000/109580300/109580206/75fd2072_edited_9e83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into The Hollies, a 1910 Hills home surrounded by 2.5 acres of secluded gardens and trees. Enjoy the charming atmosphere, peaceful walks to Nathania Springs, and easy access to major attractions like Puffing Billy. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hollies Nestled on 2.5 acres of secluded gardens and trees, The Hollies is a peice of Hills History. Circa 1910, this 114 year old property oozes charm, warmth and character that is synonymous with a Home in the hills. you will feel the same sense of calm and peace that made us fall in love with The Hlovingly our family home when we purchased and lovingly restored the home in 2014. there are still minor external garden works happening in and around the 2 and a half acres of property however around the home is completed. Central to all the major gardens, walks, wedding venues and attractions nearby aswell as just a 5 min walk to Nathania Springs. There is a plethora of amazing things to Do nearby that will see you either enjoy a peaceful stay of cafes, gardens and nature walks or enjoy some local national iconic attractions such as Puffing Billy, The National Rhododendron Gardens, TreeTops Belgrave. This is our family home we have opened up to share our love of the home and area to others to enjoy as we have done so this past decade. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 12 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92760000/92753700/92753605/5cb466a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Love in the Mist cabin (new listing) Emerald - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=92753605&PinnedHotelID=92753605&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88680000/88677200/88677114/9901882d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stonehaven Views Spectacular Luxury Suite Olinda - Parking available - Laundry 9.8 Exceptional 23 reviews £165 includes taxes & fees 7 Oct - 8 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=88677114&PinnedHotelID=88677114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87670000/87669800/87669760/96cbbd5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil 4 Bedroom Cottage in Olinda Olinda - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=87669760&PinnedHotelID=87669760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94540000/94538100/94538031/404d70ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winter Rose - Gorgeous historic house, gardens, comfort and peace Olinda - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=94538031&PinnedHotelID=94538031&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34660000/34651300/34651278/78e3050c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garden Cottage - Luxury romantic hideaway and decadent private spa room Mount Dandenong - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=34651278&PinnedHotelID=34651278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622300/34622284/b135ee40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Night Accommodation Package Gembrook - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=34622284&PinnedHotelID=34622284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76630000/76627600/76627515/30baabfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hanging Garden On Mernda- Mountain view retreat Olinda - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=76627515&PinnedHotelID=76627515&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78560600/78560506/2355a5dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Captivating and Unique Tudor Inspired "Gingerbread house" Kallista - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=78560506&PinnedHotelID=78560506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38280000/38272500/38272407/d514a5e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Stone On The Hill - This is a contemporary 3 bedroom home with high ceilings, a coonara log fire and central heating. 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Monbulk, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this cottage. Puffing Billy Steam Train and Gemco Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens and Tesselaar's Bulbs and Flowers. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens and Cream at Sassafras are also worth visiting. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Cottages in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Cottages.d178283-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.871025,145.39473&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xxbfFallvZ%3FU%3FQ%3FS%40S%40S%3FQ%40S%40S%40QBU%40QBUBQ%40QBUBQDSBODSBSDQDSDQDQDQDQFOFQDQFQFOFQHOFQFOHMFQHOHOHMHOHMJOHKJOHKJOHKLMJMHILMJKJKLKJGLKJILKLILGLMJGLELINGLILELENILENELELCNCNELENCNALENCNCN%3FNALAN%3FNCN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%40N%40N%3FNBNBLDN%40NBLDNDLBNBLDNDLDLHNDLDLHLFNHLDJFLLLFLHJJLHLJJFLJJJJJLLHHJLJLJJJNHJJNHJJNHLHNHLHNFNHPHLFNFPHNFPFNFPDPFPDNFPDPDPDPDRDPBPDTBNDRBP%40TBPBPBT%40P%40TBP%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FR%40R%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FPAT%3FPAR%3FRAPARCRARAPCTCPCPATCPEPCRERCPERENEREPEPGPENGPEPGPGNGPINGPGNILIPGNINILININKLIJKNIJKNKJKLKJILMJKJKJMJKHMJMFKJMHMFMJKHMDOHMFMHMDODMHMDODMDODM%40OFMBOBOBMDO%40OBO%3FO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOAO%3FOCOAMEOCOCMCOGOAMEMEOEMEOIMEMEMIOGMIMEKIMKMGMIMKKGMKKIMKKKKKMKIMKKMMIKKOIKKOIKKMIOIOIMIOIOGQIMGOGQIOGQGOGQEQGQGOEQEQEQESEOESCSEQCSEQCQCUAQCQCUAQCSASASAQ%3FSASAQ%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YTM-_QxLPki9SShvbZLG_h6P8I0=) Monbulk, VIC ### What's nearby - Dandenongs - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles - Sherbrooke Forest - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Puffing Billy Steam Train - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles - Dandenong Ranges National Park - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles - Olinda Falls - 15 min drive - 4.5 miles ### Getting around - Belgrave Station - 9 min drive - Belgrave Station - 12 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 67 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Edison Bakehouse - ‬19 min walk - ‪Cork On Cook’s Corner - ‬6 min drive - ‪Miss Marple's Tea Room - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Patch Store - ‬5 min drive - ‪Ripe - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hollies pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Hollies located? > Located in Monbulk, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dandenongs, Frank Irvine Reserve and Monbulk G172 Bushland Reserve. Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens and Olinda Bushland Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hollies Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny C. 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home Jay is very professional, and his home is comfortable and the views are incredible. ##### Jenny C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Milan P. 11 Sept 2025 ##### Milan P. 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