With a stay at Lotus Lodges in Melbourne (Sassafras), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dandenong Ranges National Park and Dandenongs. .This cabin is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Monash University and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Colehurst Crescent Reserve.
Dandenong Ranges National Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Sherbrooke Forest - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Puffing Billy Steam Train - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
Olinda Falls - 11 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Belgrave Station - 9 min drive
Tecoma Station - 10 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 65 min drive
Restaurants
Prosperina Bakehouse - 4 min drive
Miss Marple's Tea Room - 15 min walk
Pig & Whistle Tavern - 4 min drive
Olinda Tea House - 4 min drive
Kallista Tea Rooms - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lotus Lodges
Cabin with free parking, near Dandenong Ranges National Park
Lotus Lodges offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cabin have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.
Recreational amenities at the cabin include a hot tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 2 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring indoor private hot tubs and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Aromatherapy
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot tub
Prenatal massages
Private indoor hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Kitchen
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Window screens
Entertainment
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Yard
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Blackout drapes
Iron/ironing board
No housekeeping service
Location highlights
In a national park
In the mountains
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Ziplining nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
2 units
Garden
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Lotus Lodges Sassafras
Lotus Sassafras
Lotus Lodges Cabin
Lotus Lodges Sassafras
Lotus Lodges Cabin Sassafras
Reviews
Lotus Lodges Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 21 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 21 reviews
8 - Good
10
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Nadine
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
very cozy and quiet great getaway for our Anniversary
We had a wedding to attend and stayed in the charmed cabin at lotus lodge . A tiny space done really well.If you are out and about a great little gem. The steps down to the cabin from the carpark could be a bit of a hazard for some people the same off the small back deck. If you are sure footed no problem. Very reasonably priced and a little gem.
Loved Lotus Lodge’s Hush Cottage. Clean, tidy, cozy and very welcoming. Highly recommend staying with Lotus Lodge. Great communication. We had no problems at all.
Peter
8/10 Good
Elisa
27 Jun 2022
Elisa
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nanette
Travelled with family
24 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Serenity in the forest
Beautiful serene area. All facilities were enough. Nice glass of fortified wine for a late night tipple. Sofa bed needs to be repaired before being used again. Lovely area to explore.
Nanette
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
11 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet surroundings. Close to interesting shops and nice driving around to the smal local litrle towns
Comfortable and quiet. Finding the cabin with the keypad took time because of the numbering 1 and 1a, 1a coming before the main residence No 1 (which has a keypad on the gate). It would help if the name of the cabin were tastefully displayed at the entrance.
The accommodation was quaint and extremely clean. The location was difficult to locate as the main road had no signage. If you had GPS this probably wouldn't be an issue. Parking was a major problem as it was extremely tight. If you had a car smaller than a Commodore then this would not be an issue. If all you require is a comfy bed in a quiet area with no frills then this is the place for you.
Can't say a lot as we didn't stay.
It sure didn't meet any expectations, it's basically a shed with a bed and bathroom.
My wife refused to stay here so we booked elsewhere.
Not satisfied.
Had a lovely weekend stay in the Charmed Cabin cottage, was lovely when I got there that the outside and inside lights were on (dimmed) and had lovely soft jazz music playing which I thought was pretty cool. Had a slight hiccup with me not being able to receive email they tried to send me to get door code & map (especially for where/how to park) from YRA staff who look after the accommodation - but the person was texting me (as communication is by text or email only) was helpful, patient (I don't know what your name is who I was communicating with but thanks for all your help) I love that it's private secluded and quiet as I really needed to get away to relax and unwind after a very hectic week - I felt very refreshed after my stay there and would highly recommend staying at Lotus Lodges.
It's very quaint but not worth the amount of money.
Parking was difficult to get into and out of.
Front door and lock is in need of repair.
I fell down the steps into the kitchen. Very narrow little steps.
The supporting beam in the middle of the lounge area needs to be painted in a brighter colour so you can see it and not walk into it.
A few more blankets in the winter would be good. It was very cold at night.
Overall, I felt the cottage was definitely overpriced.
Very good, secluded position, so close to all the villages, gardens, lookouts, shops ... also so green and cool.
Very easy drive down to the railway station if you wanted to go into the city by train.
Everything we needed for a comfortable stay, but the glass windows / doors could do with a clean.
Suggestion: a secure fly screen on the balcony door would be a great idea, as you could then leave it open .....