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Bed and Breakfast Arcadia Cottages

188-190 Falls Road, 3788 Olinda, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 29 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.3
Wonderful
30 reviews

beyond perfect cant wait to come back again fabulous host and stunning location

Aadil Sri Lanka

Location is amazing with a spa bath on the deck plus a fireplace. The breakfast basket was a lovely addition. Owners are lovely. Beautiful maintained and clean premises.

Anonymous Australia

Breakfast supplies were generous, exemplary and exceeded expectation. Availability of a fire was very inviting and great for a winter stay. Bathroom facilities were very clean and modern. Hot tub was a pleasant bonus.

Maria Australia

Wonderful weekend A beautiful property in a tranquil surrounding. Easy to totally zone out and absolutely relax. Everything was provided for and thought through from breakfast to fireplace and the hot tub. The room was in pristine condition and spotless. Will definitely stop by again.

Asha Australia

The cottage, the facilities, the grounds, the service, the thought and hospitality.

Niveen Australia

This cottage stay was such an amazing experience, the staff was lovely and the “forest cottage” was magical. Very cozy and warm to stay in during winter with trees surrounding you and a warm fire

Mira Australia

Breakfast supplies amazing, host on arrival was wonderful, helpful, informative. Check in and out easy. Log fire beautiful.

Bernadette Australia

A very peaceful and private location. Staff were so personable and accommodating. Facilities were great and the welcome breakfast basket and personal touches were lovely. We will definitely be back!

Pauline Australia

Loved the location - beautiful views of trees and nature, a real feeling of getting away from it all. Beautiful relaxing atmosphere.

Kallena Australia

Secluded hideaway with every amenity you could want, the Olinda village area locals were divine and the food was amazing

Steve Australia
9.3
Wonderful
30 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “beyond perfect cant wait to come back again fabulous host and stunning location”
    Aadil Aadil Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
  • “Location is amazing with a spa bath on the deck plus a fireplace. The breakfast basket was a lovely addition. Owners are lovely. Beautiful maintained and clean premises.”
    Australia Australia
  • “Breakfast supplies were generous, exemplary and exceeded expectation. Availability of a fire was very inviting and great for a winter stay. Bathroom facilities were very clean and modern.”
    Maria Maria Australia Australia
  • “Wonderful weekend A beautiful property in a tranquil surrounding. Easy to totally zone out and absolutely relax.”
    Asha Asha Australia Australia
  • “The cottage, the facilities, the grounds, the service, the thought and hospitality.”
    Niveen Niveen Australia Australia
  • “This cottage stay was such an amazing experience, the staff was lovely and the “forest cottage” was magical. Very cozy and warm to stay in during winter with trees surrounding you and a warm fire”
    Mira Mira Australia Australia
  • “Breakfast supplies amazing, host on arrival was wonderful, helpful, informative. Check in and out easy. Log fire beautiful.”
    Bernadette Bernadette Australia Australia
  • “A very peaceful and private location. Staff were so personable and accommodating. Facilities were great and the welcome breakfast basket and personal touches were lovely. We will definitely be back!”
    Pauline Pauline Australia Australia
  • “Loved the location - beautiful views of trees and nature, a real feeling of getting away from it all. Beautiful relaxing atmosphere.”
    Kallena Kallena Australia Australia
  • “Secluded hideaway with every amenity you could want, the Olinda village area locals were divine and the food was amazing”
    Steve Steve Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities9.6
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location9.6

Arcadia Cottages is set on a 3 acre property surrounded by native forest and gardens. It offers self-contained cottages with a fireplace and a spa bath. Guests enjoy free on-site parking and a day spa. There are also function rooms available.

Each cottage offers beautiful garden views, a glassed-in conservatory and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV and a CD/DVD player are standard in all cottages. Each cottage is equipped with reverse cycle air conditioning and Wi-Fi is available in most cottages.

Guests receive free breakfast provisions including cereals, bacon, eggs, bread, jams and plunger coffee. There are also BBQ facilities available to prepare a tasty meal.

Relax in the day spa with a massage, facial or body scrub. Reception can organize Puffing Billy train rides, hot balloon rides, winery tours and visits to local restaurants.

Arcadia Cottages is just 3 minutes' walk from the National Rhododendron Gardens and 7 minutes' walk from Olinda. It is 10 minutes' walk to the famous Cloudehill Gardens. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong Observatory Restaurant is 8 minutes’ drive away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Olinda, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Arcadia Cottages has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 2, 2014

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Olinda, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 30 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities9.6
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location9.6

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Aadil Sri Lanka

    “beyond perfect cant wait to come back again fabulous host and stunning location”

  • Anonymous Australia

    “Location is amazing with a spa bath on the deck plus a fireplace. The breakfast basket was a lovely addition. Owners are lovely. Beautiful maintained and clean premises.”

  • Maria Australia

    “Breakfast supplies were generous, exemplary and exceeded expectation. Availability of a fire was very inviting and great for a winter stay. Bathroom facilities were very clean and modern. Hot tub was a pleasant bonus.”

  • Asha Australia

    “Wonderful weekend A beautiful property in a tranquil surrounding. Easy to totally zone out and absolutely relax. Everything was provided for and thought through from breakfast to fireplace and the hot tub. The room was in pristine condition and spotless. Will definitely stop by again.”

  • Niveen Australia

    “The cottage, the facilities, the grounds, the service, the thought and hospitality.”

  • Mira Australia

    “This cottage stay was such an amazing experience, the staff was lovely and the “forest cottage” was magical. Very cozy and warm to stay in during winter with trees surrounding you and a warm fire”

  • Bernadette Australia

    “Breakfast supplies amazing, host on arrival was wonderful, helpful, informative. Check in and out easy. Log fire beautiful.”

  • Pauline Australia

    “A very peaceful and private location. Staff were so personable and accommodating. Facilities were great and the welcome breakfast basket and personal touches were lovely. We will definitely be back!”

  • Kallena Australia

    “Loved the location - beautiful views of trees and nature, a real feeling of getting away from it all. Beautiful relaxing atmosphere.”

  • Steve Australia

    “Secluded hideaway with every amenity you could want, the Olinda village area locals were divine and the food was amazing”

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Host Info

9.6
Host Review Score
Arcadia Cottages is situated at Olinda just east of Melbourne, on top of Mt Dandenong and off the busy Tourist Road. Arcadia offers accommodation for couples in 4 separate cottages, all hidden away in 3 acres of forested gardens. Each cottage has a log fire and a conservatory two have spa baths and two have a timber hot tubs. All our cottages have real log fires, private garden courtyards and are fully stocked with full breakfast provisions, including cereals, bacon and eggs, bread and a selection of jams and we include a late checkout of midday (all specials 11am).
We are at an altitude just over 600 metres. Easy walking distances to the famous Cloudehill Gardens, Olinda and Mt Dandenong Villages, a couple of minutes drive to Sassafras Village and to Skyhigh at the Top of Mount Dandenong. Puffing Billy is 15 minutes drive and of a weekend there is always a Market in the local area, Also wineries are abundant with over 50 within a close drive.
We are off the busy Tourist Road but only 400 meters to the village with 10 restaurants to choose from. Surrounded by National Parks and opposite the National Rhododendron Gardens.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Brunch
    1.2 miles
  • Restaurant Skyhigh Restaurant
    2.5 miles
  • Restaurant Dudleys Olinda
    0.4 miles
  • Restaurant Indian by Nature
    0.5 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Cloudehill
    0.6 miles
  • Mountain Puffing Billy Steam Locomotive
    5 miles
  • Mountain National Rhododenronen Gardens
    0.2 miles
Closest Airports
  • Moorabbin Airport
    16.8 miles
  • Essendon Fields Airport
    27 miles
  • Melbourne Airport
    30.8 miles
How to get to Arcadia Cottages from Melbourne Airport
    Taxi
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Arcadia Cottages

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Hand massage Additional charge
  • Head massage Additional charge
  • Couples' massage Additional charge
  • Foot massage Additional charge
  • Neck massage Additional charge
  • Back massage Additional charge
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules Arcadia Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about 140.57USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Arcadia Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 10:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Arcadia Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about 140.57USD. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.