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Idyllwylde: pet-friendly, renovated vintage cabin, close to town and river

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Outdoor dining
Dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, computer monitors

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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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

Melbourne

With a stay at this vacation home in Melbourne (Warburton), you'll be steps from Yarra River Walk and a 4-minute drive from Warburton Bushland Reserve. .This vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from O'Shannassy Trail and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Yarra Ranges National Park.
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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
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 45 min drive - 55.9 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
  • ‪The River View - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Silva Coffee Roasters - ‬14 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, renovated vintage cabin, close to town and river

Autumn and winter bookings now available!

Think of crisp mornings, sunny days, glorious autumn foliage, and winter snowplay.

Experience a getaway or workation in our delightful 1950s cabin, nestled close to the river, walking trails, and a short stroll to town.

Unwind amongst stunning garden and mountain views. The spacious deck with BBQ and a family-sized table is perfect throughout the day to enjoy a meal, drink in the view, and 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. As the nights grow cooler, enjoy the warm glow of the combustion stove (firewood supplied) in the lounge. 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, our cabin is the idyllic destination for families and friends. We also welcome mid-week inquiries for a refreshing break any time of the year.

Have you booked yet?
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

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.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great location very close to the river and easy walking distance to shops and eateries, and very peaceful. Lovely big garden for our dog to explore. Warm, cosy and comfortable inside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time. Close to the Yarra for walks, lots of things for our dog to smell, great facilities in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, host Leanne was lovely and extended check out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sophie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Love the house, dealings with the owner have been great and can’t fault it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Griz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Yasmine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Fiona T.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

darren P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Anne H.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024