Holiday houses in Garfield North

Menzies Cottage

Menzies Cottage is an hour east of Melbourne & set high on a mountain-side in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy views out to the Wellington Road farmlands & Cardinia Reservoir. On a clear day you can see Arthur’s Seat, Port Phillip & Westernport Bays. Visit nearby Puffing Billy Steam Train, go bushwalking, feed the friendly farm animals or settle-in for a lazy afternoon before watching the sun set. The cottage is fully self contained & with your own private entrance, deck & enclosed garden.

Wanderlust - I want something just like this

When you yearn for seclusion hidden away amidst nature, be lead down a path where at first you can barely see anything. Come further and the wonders start to reveal themselves. With each step you’ll leave the world further behind, a smile will brake out, and the peace that is wanderlust will consume you. Then you’ll reach your sanctuary, private, secluded, immersed in the sounds of nature and surrounded by jaw dropping views. It’s then you’ll say to yourself - I want something just like this.

Writer's Block is a peaceful and romantic retreat

Writer’s Block retreat is the perfect romantic getaway for couples or writers and artists. It was selected as 1 of 11 finalists in the 2022 Airbnb Best Nature Stay for Aus & NZ. Set on 27 acres and surrounded by gums and chestnut trees, this private rural retreat is within a 10-minute drive to cafes, restaurants, shops, picturesque walks and the famous Puffing Billy. The Yarra Valley is only a 30-minute scenic drive to local wineries and farmers' markets. Fully functional kitchen and laundry.

The Cabin farm stay in Emerald Alkira Glamping

OUTDOOR BATH BLISS! Dreaming of the perfect weekend escape? This stunning, modern cabin (ranked #2 on Airbnb’s most wish-listed stays!) is the kind of place that steals your heart the moment you arrive. Sink into your outdoor bath under the stars, surrounded by mountain air and serenity. With stylish interiors, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, a separate shower and bathroom area, and friendly animals, it’s the ultimate cozy retreat, just an hour from Melbourne CBD. An unforgettable getaway!

The Lily Pad, Warburton

The Lily Pad is a cosy architect-designed, self-contained luxury villa, cantilevered over a tranquil billabong. Sit on the deck under a canopy of stars, serenaded by frogs. Enjoy a picnic beneath the magnolia tree. Renovated in Oct 2024, it features an ensuite kitchen & bathroom, with access to the surrounding 3.5-acre property. Described as a "little slice of paradise" by architect & former Grand Designs host Peter Maddison, the property offers stunning mountain views from every direction

Luxury Healesville Cottage

Chaplet Cottage is located just off the main street in Healesville and within short walking distance to the cafés and the township's culinary delights. Originally built in 1894 and immaculately renovated recently to become Chaplet Cottage, this moody, charming cottage with vintage transitional styling is the perfect place to relax on your holiday away. Designed with only adults in mind and not suitable for children, Chaplet Cottage offers a serene environment ideal for rejuvenation.

Country Vineyard Escape/Fire Pit/Sleeps 12

The perfect country escape for wedding prep, group getaways and winery weekends. Sleeps up to 12 next door to Cannibal Creek Vineyard with direct access, and just 7km from Gumbuya World. Gather around the outdoor fire pit, enjoy long lunches on the verandah overlooking established gardens, and wake up to peaceful rural views — all just 2.5km from the M1 for an easy drive from Melbourne. The home has 4 bedrooms (4th doubles as 2nd living) 2 beautiful bathrooms plus a third toilet.

Barn with free Breakfast

Nestled on 10 acres in Gembrook, this private barn is spacious & exudes rustic charm. Within an hour's drive of Melbourne, you'll stay amongst gums where the birdsong is often the only sounds you'll hear. Native wildlife is abundant and often passing through. The township of Gembrook is only a 5 minute drive & boasts fine dining at the Independent, cafes, and more. Puffing Billy is a regular visitor to the railway station. Free cooked breakfast inc in your stay.

Halcyon Cottage Retreat

Halcyon Cottage Retreat provides a modern take on Bed and Breakfast accomodation in Gippsland. It overlooks the Strzlecki Ranges offering the perfect escape to the country, or a 'home base' for out of town professionals. It's an easy drive from Melbourne, but you will feel a million miles away. Huge picture windows overlook Wild Dog Valley. You will feel on top of the world as you sit back and lose yourself in the never ending green hills and star- studded skies.

Wombat Rest Tiny House

Welcome to Wombat Rest, a cosy off-grid tiny house nestled on an acre block in a quiet residential street of the Yarra Valley. Located 15 minutes from Warburton, this little gem is the perfect spot for retreating to the peace of the bush, only a short drive from beautiful Yarra Valley wineries. Our guests love relaxing in the hammock on the deck, listening to the birdsong, and snuggling up around an open fire. We can’t wait to welcome you to our forest retreat!

Harberts Lodge Yarra Valley

Nestled just an hour from Melbourne CBD, this breathtakingly renovated retreat offers the perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Set on over an acre of lush greenery, you'll feel like you’ve stepped into your own private forest, complete with native birds and abundant wildlife. With its prime location between Warburton and Healesville, you'll experience the best of both worlds—tranquil nature and vibrant local culture. Your perfect getaway awaits!

The Barn at Four Oaks Farm

Four Oaks Farm is a working farm approximately 7.5 kms off the highway in Tonimbuk close to the Bunyip State Park, Gumbuya World, Mount Cannibal, Four Brothers rocks, bush walking tracks and horse-riding trails. Our property is situated close to the picturesque Gembrook Tonimbuk Rd with easy access to Melbourne. It is the gateway to beautiful Gippsland, the towns of Garfield, Bunyip Neerim South, Jindivick, Yarragon and the Baw Baw and Strezlecki Ranges.