The Fernglen Forest Retreat, Mount Dandenong
Overview
Overlooking the garden, The Fernglen Forest Retreat Mount Dandenong hotel is located about 10 minutes by car from Miss Marple's Tearoom. The Mount Dandenong bed & breakfast offers the chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of a private garden, complete with a balcony.
Location
The center of Mount Dandenong can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Box Hill is 44 miles from the hotel, while Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden is approximately 2 miles away.
The Mount Dandenong property is situated around 15 minutes by car from Rj Hamer Arboretum.
William Ricketts Sanctuary / Mount Dandenong Tourist Road bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is not far from The Fernglen Forest Retreat hotel.
Rooms
There are 7 rooms comprising a seating area. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as an iron and ironing board. Guests can use a spa bathtub, along with a drier.
Eat & Drink
While staying at the Mount Dandenong hotel, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Olinda Pizza & Take Away, located 1.2 miles away, or Kelly's Bar & Kitchen at a 25-minute walking distance.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Pets allowed
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa lounge
- Sauna
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Hike Doongalla Trails
Explore the trails at Doongalla Homestead Picnic Ground, just 0.5 miles away, offering varied paths through native forest.
Visit Olinda Falls
Walk to Olinda Falls Picnic Ground, 0.5 miles away, to see the cascading waterfall surrounded by fern gullies.
Dine at Olinda Pizza
Try wood-fired pizzas at Olinda Pizza & Take Away, located 1 mile from the retreat.
SkyHigh Observatory
Drive 1.5 miles to SkyHigh Mount Dandenong for panoramic views from its observation deck.
Location
Convenient Location
Mount Dandenong is known for panoramic city views and is close to SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, Puffing Billy, and the Arboretum.
Quiet Neighborhood
The Mount Dandenong neighborhood is residential and green, featuring local attractions like Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden and Olinda Falls.
Local Bites to Try
Miss Marple's Tearoom, Destiny Point Cafe, and Montrose Fish & Chipperie offer tea, breakfast, and seafood in the area.
- City landmarks
- Restaurants