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Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river.

Melbourne vacation home in Warburton area

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Warburton, VIC
  • Place, Yarra River Walk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, O'Shannassy Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Warburton Bushland Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

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Warburton stay.With a stay at this Warburton vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Yarra River Walk and 2 miles (3 km) of O'Shannassy Trail. Warburton Bushland Reserve and Yarra Ranges National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yarra River Walk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • O'Shannassy Trail - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Warburton Bushland Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mount Donna Buang - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 55 min drive - 75.7 km

Getting around

  • Cockatoo Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cunninghams Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gladysdale Bakehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nancy's of the Valley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Silva Coffee Roasters - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The River View - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river.

The last of the autumn leaves are falling, and winter bookings are filling fast!

Think of crisp mornings, sunny days, glorious autumn foliage, and the chance of winter snowfall.

Experience a getaway, workation, or micro adventure in our delightfully cosy 1950s cabin - nestled close to the river, walking and bike trails, and just a short stroll to town.

Unwind amongst stunning garden and mountain views. The spacious deck with BBQ and a family-sized table is perfect for a sun-kissed morning coffee and chat with the friendly locals - king parrots, rosellas, kookaburras ...

This peaceful, dog-friendly retreat (with 1.2m fencing all round, is accessible via a cement ramp (no steps) to the front door and offers ample off-street parking. It’s the ideal place to disconnect from the world for a few days or use as a base for exploring the breathtaking Upper Yarra Ranges.

Our wonderful guests have left glowing reviews, praising our comfy beds, family-friendly amenities, vintage charm and local adventures. At night, enjoy the warm glow of the combustion stove (firewood supplied) in the lounge, or brave the outdoors and toast a few marshmallows at the firepit. Bedrooms have heaters and electric blankets.

Feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of city life with Idyllwylde just an hour from Melbourne. Explore the charming and historic main street, where delightful cafes and quirky shops await, just a 5-minute walk across the bridge and oval, or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the river trails.

Whether you seek a laid-back escape or an adventure-packed weekend (maybe the new world class mountain bike park?), our cabin is the idyllic destination for families and friends. We also welcome mid-week enquiries for a refreshing break any time of the year.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet owners responsible for dog at all times.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: May need to bring own cot, high chair.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. to downtown Melbourne?

This vacation home is 40.6 mi away from Melbourne.

Idyllwylde. Pet-friendly. Cosy. Close to town & river. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Griz T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot, quick walk to the river and the shops, gorgeous area and walks. Comfortable accommodation, we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasmine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay here and we really like it. Nice walk into town, quiet area, well equiped cabin, great place to bring our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the house, dealings with the owner have been great and can’t fault it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay and so close to the Main Street. Plenty of lovely walks to go on and Mt Donna so close. The backyard is lovely and it was so great to be able to take our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage. Perfect location. From initial booking, communication with host to check out was all faultless
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice family stay

The stay was a perfect little get away for the family. The area was beautiful and the backyard was big enough for the dog. The house was homey and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a brilliant stay over the long weekend enjoying the walks and bike trails in the area. The cabin is in a perfect location, short walking distance to the river and the town. It is beautifully appointed with everything you need and the garden is spectacular with rosellas, king parrots, kookaburras and the resident cocky, Cash. Our dog also loved exploring the garden. Leanne is a welcoming host making our stay really relaxed, even going the extra mile leaving out river tubes for our use during our stay (highly recommend river tubing). Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was very comfortable and spotless. The place was very tastefully decorated and supply of cutlery and crockery and pantry was more than adequate. Leanne was very quick to reply to any of our queries.We will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location just a short walk into Warburton shops and cafes. Secure garden ideal for our dog. Lots of lovely bird life and feels very much in the country! Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A delightful and very thoughtfully planned stay. Cute and comfortable with lots of lovely little touches, ample firewood and a nice walk along the river to the Main Street. Thanks so much I hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID STEPHEN ROBERT K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for the river

We had a fantastic stay at Idyllwylde. The property is very well presented and was perfect for both us and our dog who enjoyed the fenced in garden. Great location for both the river and Warburton - very quiet in the house despite the rest of town being very busy. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pretty Warburton house and garden

Idlewylde is a gorgeous little house and garden with everything you need for a comfortable stay in a quiet end of town, close to the river and a nice walk to town. The facilities were great and all clean and tidy, with thoughtful choccies and wine as a bonus welcome, would highly recommend the property to stay at,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

What a beautiful place to stay. My children and dog loved the place. The host goes over and above to make your experience a memorable one. Will be back to Idyllwylde.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time Out

Great location, everything there that we needed, bird life was great, all in all very clean & cosy. Would visit again. Big thank you to Leanne
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We had a wonderful time at Idyllwylde cabin. The place is very cosy, where you can relax and feel at home with comfy beds and well equipped kitchen. Outside you are surrounded by trees and birds coming to say hello.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay for wedding weekend

We enjoyed our stay at Idyllwylde very much. Leanne was very prompt with communication and so kind. The home was clean, cozy and well situated in the town, only a 3 minute drive or about 12 minute walk to the main road. Check-in was very easy, as Leanne provided very detailed instructions, and the home was a good amount of space for four people. We would love to stay again if ever back in Warburton!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very nice place to stay in Warburton. It is close to town and shops, a very nice walk down the river to the local cafes and restaurants. The house is very well organised and had everything we needed, and more! The host was very helpful and communication was great! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mums and boys weekend

We had such a beautiful weekend away. The house was very cosy, and perfect size for family dinner. the kids loved feeding the birds and playing in the garden. The highlight of their trip was the skatepark next to Warburton. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Exactly as advertised ! Just a couple minutes stroll to the river which was sublime on days when it was 38 degrees. Cottage had everything you could need and was securely fenced for our dog. Maybe avoid if you have a cockatoo phobia… Can’t wait to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We could not have had a more relaxing mini-break. The cottage is clean, fully equipped with a peaceful outdoor area. There is a stream running down the back of the property that is calming. Our dog loved the fully fenced yard and the walks nearby. Warburton is such a beautiful place with much more to see than we realised. We cannot recommend this property enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great facilities for kids and pets. Walking distance to Yarra. The rings provided for use down the Yarra were a hit and the bird seed to feed the birds around the house. A lovely bottle of wine and some lollies and extra supplies in the cupboards and fridge were very generous. Great communication from owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cosy and comfortable

We had such a lovely stay at this cosy cottage. Everything is in good nic, very good quality bedding and kitchenware. A lot of personal touches - A home away from Home. Fireplace works a treat to take the chill off. The reverse cycle also warms up the place in a jiffy. The kids got stuck into the games and puzzles as it rained most of our stay. Great location - walking distance, along the gorgeous river, into town or the caravan park. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter get away

We had a great winter weekend at the property. It's easy to find and very welcoming. Leanne, the host had everything setup perfectly, and the timber fire place added to the ambience for our wine and local cheeses. The welcome pack was a nice surprise. The house is very comfortable and has everything you need, The location is a short walk along the flowing river to the town full of cafes (great coffee at Silva.) There was light snow falling at Mt Donna Buang which was only 20 mins away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay,so much that my daughter didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024