Summary:
Welcome to Oliver's Cottage in the Yarra Valley by Lively Properties.
Situated in the vibrant heart of the Yarra Valley, Oliver's Cottage beautifully blends classic charm with luxurious winter comforts. The spacious deck, crafted for groups of up to 13, becomes a cozy retreat in the cooler months, featuring electric blinds and outdoor gas heaters that shield you from the cold, rain, and wind. Enjoy warming up in the 6-seater gas-heated spa or relax in the cedar wood barrel sauna after a day exploring the crisp winter landscapes of the region.
The Space:
Oliver's Cottage, bursting with character and uniqueness, is the perfect spot for intimate winter gatherings, laid-back weekends, or a relaxing retreat with family and friends. Located close to the Yarra Valley's premier wineries — many offering fireside tastings and hearty seasonal menus — it’s the ideal home base for experiencing the region’s cozy charm and winter delights.
*Oliver's Cottage won Holiday Home of the Year (top 10) in Australia in 2025 by StaysAU
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Key Features:
• Nominated as top 10 holiday home of the year
• Prime Location: Short walk to Central Yarra Glen and short drive to the region's best wineries — perfect for warming winter visits
• Expansive Outdoor Deck built for entertaining and relaxing in all seasons
• Electric blinds around the entire deck for year-round comfort, shielding from cold, rain, wind, and heat
• A 6-seater Gas-Heated Spa — ideal for soothing chilly muscles
• A Cedar Wood Barrel Sauna — perfect for warming up and relaxing
• A Large Premium BBQ and Luxury Gozney Gas Fuelled Pizza Oven — great for cooking comforting meals outdoors
• Outdoor dining setup for 13, complete with outdoor gas heaters
• A Luxurious 13-piece Outdoor Lounge with heaters
• Indoor Gas Fireplace to create a warm, inviting atmosphere inside
• Outdoor Fire-Pit Area with Seating (Firewood provided | BYO kindling) — cosy evenings under the stars guaranteed
• Large family-friendly grassy backyard enclosed for safe play, even in cooler weather
• Fully Equipped Farmhouse-Style Kitchen, boasting a gorgeous 5-burner stove, perfect for hearty winter cooking
• Six bedrooms with comfy mattresses and high-quality bedding to keep you warm and cosy
• Laundry Amenities including washer and dryer
• Coffee machine, kettle, toaster, microwave, blender, etc.
• Assortment of teas, sugar, salt, pepper, and olive oil provided — perfect for warming drinks
• Professionally curated interior: a seamless blend of vintage charm and modern elegance with high timber-lined ceilings and unique stained glass accents
• 2 bathrooms: 2 showers, 1 bath, 2 toilets — soak away the cold in the bath after a day outdoors
• Established cottage-style gardens providing peaceful winter views
• Ducted/central heating & reverse cycle air-conditioning plus split aircons for total climate control
• Linen & towels provided (premium quality)
• Fridge & freezer
• 1 x Portacot and 1 x High Chair for families
• Off-street parking for up to 5 cars
• Guest concierge hosted by Lively Properties
• Dining essentials: plates, cutlery, mugs, glasses (drinking, champagne, white wine, red wine)
• Cooking essentials: pots, pans, frying pan, knife set, chopping boards, measuring cups, salad bowls, etc.
Cleaning fee includes: professional cleaning of the entire house (inside and out), fresh linen and towels for each stay (bath towels and spa towels), gardening, spa and sauna cleaning on day of check-in, and essential supplies like salt, pepper, coffee pods, tea bags, oil, etc.
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Bedding Configuration (sleeps 13):
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed with Ensuite
• Bedroom 2 (connected to Bedroom 1): Double + Single [Sleeps 3]
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed with Smart TV
• Bedroom 4: Queen bed with Smart TV
• Bedroom 5: Queen bed
• Bedroom 6: Single bunks (suitable for children)
* All linen and towels for your stay are included*
Please see Floorplan (last photo) for layout.
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Heating and Cooling
• Ducted / Central Heating Through Out Home
• Reverse Cycle Air-Conditioning
• Split System in Main Living Area & Kitchen
• Gas Fireplace in Living
With plenty of heating/cooling options, the house stays the perfect temperature in all seasons, no matter if hot or cold.
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House Rules:
To ensure a pleasant stay for everyone and to comply with local regulations, we kindly ask that you follow these house rules:
1. Noise Policy: Our neighbourhood values peace and tranquility. Please adhere to our strict no loud music policy at all times, both day and night. Background music is welcome, but it must not be audible to our neighbours. Noise alarms are installed on the property to notify when the sound levels are too high.
2. Guest Capacity: To maintain the charm and comfort of our property, we limit the number of guests to 13 at any time, day or night.
3. Parking: Our driveway accommodates up to 6 cars. To prevent any inconvenience to our neighbours, no additional cars are allowed, and street parking or parking on neighbouring properties is strictly prohibited.
4. Quiet Evenings: To respect local laws and our neighbours, outdoor areas, including the deck and spa, are off-limits after 10:30 PM. This helps ensure a peaceful night for everyone in the community.
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Location:
Situated in the vibrant heart of Yarra Glen, Oliver's Cottage provides an optimal location for guests enthusiastic about delving into the Yarra Valley's distinguished wineries and captivating wedding venues.
Notable Wineries and Wedding Venues Near Oliver's Cottage:
• Yering Station (3 min)
• Chateau Yering Hotel (6 min)
• Balgownie Estate (6 min)
• Zonzo Estate (6 min)
• Acacia Ridge (7 min)
• Stones of the Yarra Valley (8 min)
• Coombe Yarra Valley (8 min)
• Immerse Of The Yarra Valley (8 min)
• St Huberts (8 min)
• De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate (10 min)
• TarraWarra Estate (10 min)
• Vines of the Yarra Valley (12 min)
• Dominique Portet (13 min)
• Oakridge Wines (13 min)
• Levantine Hill (13 min)
• Rochford Wines Yarra Valley (14 min)
• Riverstone Estate (16 min)
Other Nearby Locations:
• IGA Groceries (2 min)
• Heartwood Cafe (2 min)
• McKenzie Reserve (2 min)
• Yarra Glen Bake house (2 min)
• Yarra Glen Cafe (2 min)
• Yarra Valley Grand Hotel (2 min)
• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery (5 min)
Whether you're here for a wine tour, a wedding, or just the local charm, Oliver's Cottage positions you a stone's throw away from Yarra Valley's best offerings.
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Guest Access:
Guest has access to entire house
Early Check-in / Late checkout
Need to check in early or leave a little later? Request an early check in or late checkout closer to your arrival date. Subject to availability. Fees apply.
Should you check in earlier or check out later than agreed times additional charges will apply, up to the nightly rate.
The Neighborhood:
Notable Wineries and Wedding Venues Near Oliver's Cottage:
• Yering Station (3 min)
• Chateau Yering Hotel (6 min)
• Balgownie Estate (6 min)
• Zonzo Estate (6 min)
• Acacia Ridge (7 min)
• Stones of the Yarra Valley (8 min)
• Coombe Yarra Valley (8 min)
• Immerse Of The Yarra Valley (8 min)
• St Huberts (8 min)
• De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate (10 min)
• TarraWarra Estate (10 min)
• Vines of the Yarra Valley (12 min)
• Dominique Portet (13 min)
• Oakridge Wines (13 min)
• Levantine Hill (13 min)
• Rochford Wines Yarra Valley (14 min)
• Riverstone Estate (16 min)
Other Nearby Locations:
• IGA Groceries (2 min)
• Heartwood Cafe (2 min)
• McKenzie Reserve (2 min)
• Yarra Glen Bake house (2 min)
• Yarra Glen Cafe (2 min)
• Yarra Valley Grand Hotel (2 min)
• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery (5 min)
Other Things to Note:
CANCELLATION POLICY: When booked through our site 'Lively Properties', we can offer a 100% refund if cancelled more than 30 days prior to check in
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This property follows a strict no party and loud music policy. Guests will be evicted if they break this policy.
The maximum amount of guests allowed on the property at any time during the day or night is 13.
The property has noise-aware alarms which notify the owner and guest if music is unreasonably loud. This property has noise alarms to prevent parties, loud music and there is a ring doorbell camera at the front door for guest and property protection.
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This property is professionally hosted by Lively Properties.
About your Host
Your host Tom from Lively Properties will be looking after you during your stay. He manages many properties across the region with an overall average of 4.95/5 stars highlighting the level of service he delivers.
Tom will provide you with the perfect guest concierge for all your needs. Whether you are travelling to the region for food and wine, to kick up your feet, or have a hit at a world class golf course, he is the perfect source of local information to ensure you get the most out of your stay.
Lively Properties are also partnered with many amazing local businesses so that you can experience more for less. So please let them know what you would like to get up to during your stay and they can provide you with your own tailored itineraries and make bookings at discounted prices.
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STRICTLY NO PARTIES - Yarra Ranges Council Short Stay Accommodation Code of Conduct rules apply.
THIS PROPERTY DOES NOT ACCEPT SCHOOLIES. PENALTIES WILL APPLY TO GUESTS.
Guests are required to complete a booking form.
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