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Reviews of Lyrebird Cottages, Mountain Ash cottage, Relax in nature in the Yarra Valley.


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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Straight up: Wombats.
Wombats. That's the review. I'm not sure how to make this easier for everyone but there are wonderful wombats around the property. They come right up to the accommodation. They LOVE eating the chestnuts that fall off the surrounding trees in autumn/winter. Best times are early evening after dark until about 9pm and then sporadically until about 4am. There is at least two that visit the property: - One very big, lovely wom-chonker. Shiny coat with excellent wombooty. This Wombat doesn't easily spook and is happy to come within 5m of people in the search for good grass to eat. - One small, cute and very timid wombubba. This wee little wom doesn't like interacting with the other wombat and gets spooked by cars that go past on the road. it prefers to hang around the tree line to feel safe. In the local area, we were able to spot four more along the roads in Mt Toolebewong and paddocks. They are all excellent. All of them significantly more marvelous than the lyrebirds and other wildlife present. Sure, watching exquisite birds wander through the under-canopy along with deer is pretty, but they have nothing on the wombies. Go for the Wombats. The Cottages are fantastic in every way but you'll soon understand you're also paying for the privilege to be around those sweet wombies.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aaron & Kelly
Thank you for providing a beautiful clean property in a stunning location and for the warm welcome and attention to detail. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Autumn colours in the garden and the low light filtering through the forest make this a lovely time. Soon we will be in winter, time for glowing wood fire, hot spa bath and mulled wine. Hope to see you again. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Leigh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Awesome getaway, great location and super clean. Ticked all the boxes, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
Absolutely stunning views and a beautiful property. I wouldn’t hesitate to go back
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2024
We are just over an hour from central Melbourne but a very quiet pocket of nature so removed from city life. Really glad you enjoyed your stay with us. All the best. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, comfortable and quiet
I had the perfect weekend getaway with my wife. We absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tha accommodation was very roomy and clean Nice and quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

KERRIE J., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
an oasis in the yarra valley -
a relaxing and peaceful space in which to rest, relax and re- energize. The drive up to the stay is refreshing as you soak in the Australian bush. Make it a priority for your next stay away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matt and Anna's start of honeymoon
We have absolutely adored our stay here, we could not have picked a better place to spend our first couple of nights together. The scenery was stunning, the air fresh, the area tranquil, and the cottage itself was more lovely and comfortable than we anticipated. Tessa and Stewart are wonderful hosts and communicated very well. Cannot recommend highly enough, will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth & Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Beautiful cottage with lovely views - it was so peaceful and secluded .The cottage is finished to a high standard , we had very cold spring weather (2cel & under) but were toasty warm with wood fire on every night - hosts were charming - everything was perfect games/books/music wine & meals are also available - luxury rural stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Melissa
Such a fabulous and beautiful place with views! Loved it and the beautiful wildlife, especially the wombats.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene retreat
Gorgeous property, exactly what we were looking for. Very comfortable, fantastic facilities and lots of little extras that made it special. Being able to watch the lyrebirds from in front of the wood heater topped it off!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Must stay
Gorgeous and tranquil, a beautiful weekend place to switch off and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
My stay was peaceful and enjoyable. The house was exactly as pictured and Tessa was lovely and helpful. Lots of nice things to do nearby too! Would stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property, amazing view
This is a lovely property with great amenities, friendly, helpful hosts and an amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Hamlyn Heights

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet in the bush
Wonderful and quiet which is what we wanted. 20 mins to Healesville city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki E., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
We wanted some peace and quiet and to have a rest away from it all over New Year, and five nights at Mountain Ash was the perfect choice! The drive up Mt Toolebewong, the magnificent views, the comfy, spotlessly clean cottage with everything we could possibly wish for made sure of that! We even had a delicious three-course meal cooked by a local chef delivered to our door on NYE for an extremely reasonable extra cost. We didn’t need to go anywhere, although it is a short drive to all the conveniences and delights of the Yarra Valley. Did I mention the views? We loved it! One of the best we’ve stayed in, and we’ve stayed in a lot!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Everything we neeeded was thought of, cleanliness was exceptional. Loved the view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sascha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!
We had the most wretched weather and it didn't matter one bit because this property was so beautiful. We felt at home even as it felt like a complete break. They thought of everything. One thing: we think the spa wasn't working! Very child and dog friendly (we didn't bring our dog but could have) and so many beautiful surprises on the property including the gorgeous lily pond. Thanks so much :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Really glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Not sure what happened about the spa but it seems to be working as it should, maybe the pump button wasn't pushed far enough? We are happy to have children stay. Our policy has always been to not allow pets. It is a very natural area with many native animals and birds. We feel pets may disturb that and we want to keep faith with our guests who may choose to stay only where pets are not allowed. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Tom D., McLaren Vale

Liked: Cleanliness
Victoria's best kept secret
As we ascended the lush beautiful road into Lyrebird cottages, an absolute sense of awe and calmness envelop you. Serene, picturesque, stunning in every way. Beautiful cottage perched right atop Mt Toolebewong amongst stunning bushland with the most incredible views over Yarra valley and Melbourne. An absolute credit to Stewart and Tess, this has got to be one of the best getaways in Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Wonderful place with beautiful creative details
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful tranquillity
We loved our stay at Mount Toolebewong. Such a great spot with plenty of wildlife (saw a wombat for the very first time) and a sense of coziness of being out in the bush. Stewart was such a great host and made sure he was there to help us with anything. The cottage was extremely tidy and clean, plus there was everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. We would definitely recommend this getaway and look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bhumika J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience, amazing way to spend a quiet birthday!
Communication with the property managers was great from the beginning. They answered all our questions and were amazing hosts. The property was in great condition, very clean and had all the basic amenities we needed. We had an amazing time and will surely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Really happy to know you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a peaceful location
Had a great 2 night stay here. Very peaceful and lovely surrounds. Views from bedroom and loungeroom. Fitted out really well with books, games, DVDs and CDs. Breakfast foods included, fireplace, comfy bed, and nice owners. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Mountain Ash cottage was the perfect place. While there is obviously plenty to do in the surrounding area, leaving is really not necessary! The cosy cottage has many nooks for two people to enjoy each others company, and a fully equipped kitchen to cook some food if you don't want to order some food from Tessa and Stewart. The hosts are very accommodating, respecting our space but also checking in to ensure everything was well with our stay. We highly recommend this stay, particularly for any couple wanting a few days of quiet while enjoying nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Amy V.

Great location
We enjoyed our stay apart from waking up to no electricity on our last day. We ended up packing up and leaving earlier than planned as it was absolutely freezing not being able to turn the heaters on. I am still waiting for a reply from the owner about that issue. A shame our weekend had to end abruptly due to this. There was also a constant unpleasant smell in the bathroom, issues with the plumbing I assume.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So sorry you experienced the power outage that began about 4.00am. It was a cold winter morning. Ausnet was able to restore it at 8.30 about 30 minutes after you left. I have no idea what the smell was and no other guests have mentioned it. My apologies and I will investigate it. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Ivanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend!
my boyfriend and I had an amazing weekend at the cottage in and around Healesville. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Amazing property! Our time away was peaceful and all we could have ever wanted. Massive Thankyou to our hosts! From the communication, to the home, to the area, all and all is the best venue we’ve stayed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have been nicer
We were made so welcome by Tessa when we arrived (there was even a beautifully wrapped Christmas gift for us!) Every single detail was taken care of and we enjoyed an unexpectedly magical misty Christmas morning wrapped in blankets with a pot of tea on the balcony. Bliss. We'd be back in a heartbeat and couldn't recommend more highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunset view
Beautiful mountain view is and the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great. Fair way up dirt road.
Unfortunately, we only had one night here. Very comfortable with an excellent host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

sonia a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in beautiful location
Lovely cottage. Everything you need and delicious breakfast provisions. Beautiful area and bird watching is amazing from the deck. Well worth the visit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marika P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin
Extremely wonderful place and hosts. Will make this a regular
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We loved it. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Autumn is a lovely time of the year when the leaves are full of colour in the garden. You were just two weeks early for the chestnut harvest which we invite our guests to share. There are usually so many the wombats and wallabies are able feed on them until August. Thanks for your kind words and hope to see you again. Tessa and Stewart

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain retreat
A beautiful cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Wonderful views, local produce and a warm, relaxing vibe all add to the charm. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ricky T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Beautiful location and accomodation was perfect for relaxing getaway. Would recommend highly to couples looking to escape, switch off and relax
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Nestled in the forest, private , relaxing and beautiful set up
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We had a great one night stay at Lyrebird Cottage! The view from the balcony was spectacular, and the cottage itself was very clean and cosy especially with the fireplace. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness
All good, except owner showed up
Everything was as a advertised. Really nice cottage in a beautiful spot. My only complaint is that the owner showed up unannounced in relation to a dishwasher that needed to be installed, which I felt was a slight invasion of our privacy. I'd recommend aside from this.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy romantic getaway
We checked in at 11pm and arrived at our cosy cottage nestled in the tree. We noticed straight away how clean, tidy and welcoming this property was. Following our restful night in a very comfy bed! We started our our midweek getaway with complmentry bacon and eggs. Produce was delicious and very fresh. We then spent the following day cosying up by the wood fire. With plenty of board games, music and DVD's it is the perfect getaway for couples, friends or small families. We thoroughly enjoyed our romantic getaway and will be returning! Thank you Stewart and Tessa
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Wonderful getaway for a couple of days. Very private and peaceful with everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay, beautiful views
We had a lovely stay, very private and comfortable. The amenities were excellent and the breakfast provided was a lovely touch
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you back here again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy luxury amongst the trees
What a find. We stayed in the Mountain Ash cottage which was perfect for a romantic getaway. This elevated little retreat has views to the city from the wrap-around deck and access to meander the surrounding forest in search of lyrebirds and wombats. Otherwise, you might like to stay in by the log fire with something selected from the bookcase, dvd or games shelf. The fully equipped modern kitchen was a delight to cook in and alternatively a la carte meals were available. Thank you for your welcoming hospitality and sharing your lovely place with us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. That combination of nature, log fire and good food is magic for a bit of romance! Thanks for your lovely review.

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy, peaceful cottage with view
We really enjoyed our stay at Lyrebird Cottages. Our cottage was comfortable and cosy with thoughtful attention given to ensure our every need was catered for. We loved the fire, the view and the Numerous lyrebirds! Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay once again!
Our second time stay and just as great as the first time. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
We have many return guests who enjoy a complete change from their urban environment when they're here but we are only an hour away from most of Melbourne. Great to see you back again. Stewart and Tessa

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter escape
Lyrebird cottage is as advertised, a very clean, comfortable, warm place for our short stay, the only down side for us was the lack of wildlife, but this is of no reflection of the owners. Lyrebirds could be heard along with kookaburra and lorikeets.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway for couples
We had a fabulous weekend at mountain ash cottage. It ticked all the boxes for us - secluded and quiet, fireplace, spa and all within 10 minutes of fabulous wineries and Healesville. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Experience
Could not fault the stay. Clean, Great location, friendly owners, everything you need! Makes for the perfect getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay - thanks for the lovely review!

10/10 Excellent

bec h.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely
great spot to relax , well be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed the beauty and peace of the forest and gardens here at Lyrebird Cottages. Hope to see you again when you are next staying in the Yarra Valley.

10/10 Excellent

Victor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to unwind
A pleasant experience. So secluded and quiet to forget about busyness of life for a while. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So glad you found it relaxing - even the scientists are telling us now that nature is good for us!

10/10 Excellent

SIMON B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Photos don't do it justice
Our experience was lovely, the power was out and the owner arranged a generator so we still had power. Check in was smooth and Tessa was lovely and accommodating. We saw the eponymous Lyrebird and Healesville and Warburton are very pretty. I would love to come back when the snow falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019