Title: A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans 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 # A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125300/109125250/eacfa12f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125300/109125250/6b9846fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125300/109125250/d5e01c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125300/109125250/42e66201.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125300/109125250/5b25a396.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located just 30 minutes from Perth CBD, Mountolive Studio invites you and your furry friends to experience a magical retreat. Explore the four private trails with dappled sunlight, rustling leaves, and glimpses of wildlife or unwind together at the award-winning dog-friendly pool. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Barbecue grill - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available £244 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec ## 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. ### A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans 🐾 A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Retreat for Hoomans!🐾 At Mountolive Studio, we’ve crafted a unique experience for you and your furry friends, just 30 minutes from Perth CBD—no flights needed! Every moment here is a chance to create cherished memories. Here’s what you can look forward to: 1\. Four Private Trails Secret Pathways: Explore dappled sunlight, rustling leaves, and glimpses of wildlife. Whether you stroll leisurely or hike invigorating trails, your dog will lead the way. 🌿🐕 2\. Winter Water Escapes Natural Pools, Dam, and Creek: Dip toes (and paws!) into cool water. Listen to the creek’s gentle babble. It’s a serene winter escape shared only with nature. ❄️🌊 3\. Award-Winning Swimming Pool Memory-Making Oasis: Dive in together, play fetch, or float under the sky. Our dog-friendly pool is more than water—it’s where memories unfold. 🏊‍♂️🐶 4\. Exquisitely Landscaped Gardens and Rock Walks 🌸 Canine Oasis: Amidst our meticulously landscaped gardens and charming rock walls, your furry companions can explore blooms and lush greenery. 🌸🐾🌸🐾 5\. Tennis and Basketball Court Friendly Matches: Imagine tennis and basketball amidst natural beauty. Your dog might even become the official ball retriever! 🎾🏀 6\. Dog-Friendly Hot Tub/Jacuzzi Warm Bubbling Waters: Sink into tranquility surrounded by bushland. Share stories with your dog as stress melts away. 🛁🐾 7\. Dog Enclosure Tail-Wagging Luxury: At The Wagon, we’ve thought of everything—including your furry companions! Our front veranda, BBQ area, and spa zone are all lovingly enclosed, ensuring your dogs can play, relax, and soak up the good life. 🐾🏡🌭🛁 Feel free to explore and create beautiful memories with your furry companions! It’s not just a property; it’s an invitation to be part of something timeless. 🌟🐾 Free Wine and Beer on arrival: We’d love to know your wine preference—red, rosé, or white. Cheers! 🍷🥂 Free Drink tickets: Feel free to use our complimentary drink tickets at Parkerville Tavern, where the dog-friendly front veranda awaits. It’s just a quick 5-minute drive from Mountolive Studio 🍷🥂 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - On a lake ### Things to do - Kayak - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118672000/118671918/w1290h895x0y25-c74c5852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic views, secluded nature retreat in the Perth Hills Gooseberry Hill - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=118671918&PinnedHotelID=118671918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96477500/96477405/c8fd1c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### swan valley area farmhouse stay surrounded by the life in the valley Herne Hill - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available £251 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=96477405&PinnedHotelID=96477405&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63370000/63360600/63360506/d7544bab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans Hovea - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 68 reviews £232 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=63360506&PinnedHotelID=63360506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66460000/66456500/66456472/94f2855a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### thespaceperth- the funkiest bali style villa in Perth Maida Vale - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=66456472&PinnedHotelID=66456472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90780000/90774300/90774248/2df3512c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Gumnut Cottage, close to Airport. 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Guests must sign the Guest Occupancy Agreement/Rental Agreement. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 Property Registration Number STRA60713EHFV2AF 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b617f5x ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-31.892733,116.12253&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ndsaEydwcU%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FS%40Q%40S%40Q%40QBO%40QBS%40QBQBQBOBSDOBQDQDQBOFQDODODQFODOFOFOFOFQFMHOFMFOHOHMHMHMHMHMHMJKHMJKJMHKJMJKJIJKLIJKJILIJKLGLKLGJILGLGLILGLENGLELGLENELENELENCLCNENCLANCNANCLANANANAN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LBNDNBLBNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLDLFLHLFLFLHLFJHLHLJJHJHLJJHJJJHJJJLJJHLJJJLHJHLJLFLJLFLHLHNHNFLFNFLFPHNDNFNFNDNFPDNDNDPDNDPBPDPBNBRBNBPBPBP%40RBN%40P%40P%40P%40R%40P%40R%3FP%3FP%40P%3FP%3FPAR%3FP%3FPAPARAPAPAPARCNAPCPCPCRCNCPCPEPCNEPEPENENEPGNEPGNGNENINGNGNGLGNINILILGNKLGJKLILILKLKJILKJKJKJKHKLKHMHKJKHMHMJKFMHMFMHMFMFMFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDOBMBODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAO%3FOAMCOAOCOAMCOCOCMEOCMCOEMEOEMEMGMEOGMGMGMGMGMIKGMIMIMIKIMIKKKIMIKMKIKKKKIKKMKKIMKMIMIMIKIMIOIMIMGOGOIMGOGOGOGOGOEOGQEOEQEOGOCQEQEOCQEQCQCOCSCQAQCQAQCQAQAQAQAS%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vY4Rw10b_F_pb-Z9N_EFNFX14RQ=) Hovea, WA #### What's nearby - John Forrest National Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Crown Perth - 29 min drive - 18.4 miles - Elizabeth Quay - 34 min drive - 21.1 miles - Scarborough Beach - 43 min drive - 29.8 miles - Hillarys Boat Harbour - 43 min drive - 30.9 miles #### Getting around - Midland Station - 16 min drive - Perth Airport (PER) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Glen Forrest Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Mundaring Artisan Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pa's Pattiserie - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Parkerville Tavern - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans? > As of 26 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans on 1 Dec 2025 start from £244.45, including 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/Perth-Hotels-A-Paradise-For-Dogs-And-A-Magical-Place-For-Humans.h109125250.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### Where is A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans located? > Located in Hovea, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from John Forrest National Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead and Strettle Road Reserve. Beelu National Park and Mundaring Arts Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim M. 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely getaway with the family and the dog Lovely getaway with the family and the dog. Would stay here again. the way you are made to feel welcome was amazing. ##### Kim M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy N. 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Only stayed one night ##### Tracy N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heminee D. 13 Jun 2025 #### Wonderful staycation with our boys The wagon was a fantastic and quirky little spot. We had such a fantastic time with our 2 standard Poodles, they were so excited to run around the property, sniffing everything and we were not worried at all! Junko was also extremely attentive and easy to communicate with. Will definitely be coming to stay again!! ##### Heminee D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca H. 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Human and dog paradise The wagon was amazing. Beautifully set up, very clean and organised. Comfy feeling throughout the property. Our pups enjoyed themselves immensely with all the freedom they had to run around. Jacuzzi was amazing at sunset with the complimentary wine. we had a great time ##### Rebecca H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce G. 5 Oct 2024 #### PawPerfect Wagon is fun and caters for everything you could ever need. Hosts are friendly and helpful and loves your doggies too! Spa is a very nice luxury touch... the pawfect ending to a day filled with doggie adventures. Thank you will be back again and again soon! ##### Joyce G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebekah S. 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Rebekah S. 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