Whitelodge Mountain Retreat

Luxury house in Sassafras, Dandenong Ranges, VIC, AU

83% Recommended•

8 people

No pets

Whitelodge is an elegant, rustic and contemporary lodge nestled in the heart of a majestic forest and is superbly located for an awesome Yarra Ranges getaway.

On the doorstep are magnificent walks or bike rides, walking distance to the villages of Sassafras and Kallista, walk to Piggery cafe and Sassafras Tavern, and central to all the delights the Dandenong ranges has to offer. Cosy and brisk in winter, glorious in spring, shady and green in summer and spectacular in autumn.

We offer a private chef option. Chef Mark will come to the house, prepare serve and clean up for your group and he’s fabulous. Chef will send you menu options and will do anything you wish for and provide a quote. Expect a price guide of around $125pp for a 3 course dinner. We put you in touch with chef Mark to discuss your requirements....

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Features and Amenities

4 bedrooms

7 beds

3 bathrooms

Air conditioning

BBQ

Heating

Details

Check in after 03:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Weekday minimum booking: 3 nights
Weekend minimum booking: 3 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

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HOUSE DETAILS

PLEASE NOTE
We have a STRICTnoise policy, please read this before you book our house.
8 guests only, no visitors without prior permission from owner
CCVT to external entrances complies with all privacy regulations

The house comfortably sleeps 8 people, and is well equipped for serious foodies, lovers of nature with views of the forest from every room, 2 open fire places, pure flax linen bedding, 3 luxurious bathrooms and hydronic heating. It’s comfort at its best.

Our awesome private chef will come to the house for private bespoke dinner parties, so no need to leave the house or drive, and comparable to restaurant prices.

We have a few special tried and true weekend themes we can suggest including

- Cooking school weekends, private chef option
- Harley sidecar rides around the hills, hilarious, fun, bum very close to the road!!
- Puffing Billy to Gembrook, (not just for kids!) then lunch at “the Independent” an amazing vibrant Argentinian restaurant. Google it. Very spesh day out.
- Art retreat with our renowned artist from National Gallery Canberra holding tailored art classes for your group. Meals included.
- Private chef small events using our brick pizza oven in the garden. (Or any of your catering needs)
- Walk through the Alfred Nicholas Gardens (30-40 mins) to Piggery cafe for coffee and cake, burgers, wine, play lawn bowls, produce driven casual food. Long lazy arvos there, take the dog, smell the pigs, pat the llamas.
- Walk up to the Sassy tavern (2km) for open fires and good pub grub, take the dog (beer garden) roll home.
- And of course, many, many gardens, National parks, 1000 steps, waterfalls, hikes, galleries, bicycle riding MAMILS everywhere!
- Walk to Fantastic shops in Sassafras village, (2km) Proserpina Artisan Bakery is a must stop, jaw dropping food on display, take the dog(outdoors)
- Walk to Kallista (2.5km) fab tearooms (healthy options) Kallista Deli, Organic produce store and old style general store.

- Central to the 3 major wedding venues and ideal for wedding groups to get ready, family guest accommodation or a honeymoon for the bride and groom.

Or just stay in bed........☺️

PLEASE NOTE
3 night minimum booking from 20 Dec to 31 Jan and easter
Strict noise policy. Neigbours will not tolerate noise after 10pm. In the event of a complaint, police will be called and your occupancy may be terminated without refund.
Pizza oven needs an experienced operator and can only be used with owners permission and cooked by our private chef....

Prices

Base Price $950 / night
Weekend Price $950 / night
Cleaning Fee $300
Security Deposit $500
Extra People $50 (adult) and $50 (child) / night after 8 people

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83% Recommended

Host

Robynne & Nic

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We have tirelessly been building our dream lodge in the mountains for many years with passion, while running a busy and successful hydronic heating company in Melbourne. Our lifestyle choices are made possible by inviting respectful guests to share the beauty of our property and its surrounds. Some major health issues have prompted us to balance our priorities, live the dream, experience life’s beauty in nature, rest, revitalise, breathe! Take care of the important moments, challenge ourselves to continually improve And of course, enjoy great food and wine along the way. We sincerely hope you enjoy our house as much as we do. …

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Waterfall On The Property

Our private’ garden has a 4 pond waterfall, amazing backdrop for dining on the outdoor terrace....

Sounds Of The Forest Dusk And Dawn Meditation

A fave is a 30 minute meditation at dusk. I call it the “forest shutdown” the loud majesty of the forest highlights relative insignificance of us humans in nature. Enjoy it from the roof or bottom decks....

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