Bonza Family Retreat

Nestled in beautiful Mount Dandenong, this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is perfect for large families with pets. Sleeps 9 with 3 queen beds & 3 single beds. Relax in the massive double rainhead shower or the luxurious 2-person hydrotherapy spa bath & sauna. Enjoy separate lounge & rumpus rooms, kids nook, BBQ and undercover outdoor seating. Hike to SkyHigh or stroll to Silvan Dam lookout. Surrounded by fern gullies, mountain ash forests, gardens, Puffing Billy, cafes & scenic trails. The space Step inside to a welcoming ground floor featuring two generous living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining space warmed by a cozy fireplace ideal for relaxing winter evenings, a bedroom with a queen bed and a modern bathroom and spa retreat room. Indulge in ultimate relaxation with the two-person side-by-side hydrotherapy spa bath and two-person sauna, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven, stovetop, microwave, coffee machine, blender, rice cooker, and all the essentials for home-cooked meals. Upstairs, retreat to the luxurious master bedroom with its ensuite boasting a double walk-in rainhead shower. There's another bedroom with a queen bed and a family-friendly third bedroom with three single beds (one bunk bed and a seperate single), comfortably sleeping up to 9 guests. Outdoors, enjoy the wrap-around verandah with stunning garden and tree-lined views, or fire up the gas BBQ in the undercover alfresco area for al fresco dining. The fully enclosed backyard is pet-friendly (pets welcome!), complete with a doggie door for your furry companions to roam safely. Location highlights include close proximity to Kalorama Park (with its picnic areas, BBQs, and breathtaking views over Silvan Reservoir) and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong (within hiking distance or just a short drive away for panoramic vistas of Melbourne, Port Phillip Bay, and beyond on clear days). Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat, family adventure, or romantic escape, this Kalorama home provides the ideal base to immerse yourself in the magic of the Dandenong Ranges—just a scenic hour from Melbourne. Book your stay and breathe in the fresh mountain air! Guest access Guests will have the entire house to themselves with full access to the house and garden. Please note, there is locked cupboard in the downstairs bedroom and the storage room on the front side of the house is also lock. Neither of these spaces are accessible for guests. Other things to note The Dandenong Ranges offer endless adventures nearby: - Ride the iconic Puffing Billy steam train through lush forests and valleys - Explore the ancient mountain ash forests, fern gullies, and walking tracks in Dandenong Ranges National Park, including spots like Olinda Falls, Tree Fern Gully, and Sherbrooke Forest - Wander stunning gardens such as the Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens (with tranquil lakes and vibrant seasonal blooms), Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden (famous for rhododendrons and azaleas), and Cloudehill Gardens - Enjoy scenic drives along the Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, with lookouts like Kalorama Lookout and Burkes Lookout offering sweeping views - Discover charming nearby villages like Olinda and Sassafras for cafes, antique shops, artisan galleries, and local produce