At Olinda Woods you will find the rest you are craving
You will have space to breathe in the freshest forest air
You will be nourished by our eco friendly practices and quality wellness therapies
And you will have the opportunity to venture out and explore the mountain
Or cosy up by the fire and meditate, have a spa, or read a book.

Read About OWWR

accommodation

In our freshly renovated, self-contained accommodation, your private hideaway sits atop the forest.
​A stay at Olinda Woods is supported by the philosophy of mindful living close to nature. In our spacious open plan design, you will bask in the views of the forest, and have the opportunity to be nourished by our professional wellness services. 

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FEATURES

From it's humble beginnings as a tool shed, OWWR has been transformed into a cosy retreat based on the holistic & sustainable values of  wellness. Maintaining it's exposed beams and natural feel, we have implemented sustainable features to support you, and mother earth.

MEALS & FOOD
We love breakfast, and we love good, quality food, so we gift you a complimentary organic breakfast box and a range of organic pantry staples.

FOREST GARDEN
​Delight in 3 acres of native & exotic forest at the doorstep, you are invited to wander the winding paths and explore the magic of the forest.

 UV FILTERED RAINWATER
​No chemicals, chlorines or fluorides; the use of light like the sun keeps our water fresh for your pot of tea, and for your spa!

WELLNESS SERVICES
​Whilst at Olinda Woods, you can take advantage of our professional in-house wellness services. From yoga, to massage, tai chi and some more indulgent gifts, our wellness menu has been created to encourage deeper rest, relaxation and balance.
You can view our Wellness Menu here. 

ORGANIC & NON-TOXIC
All certified GOT organic linens, towels and robes provided; washed in fragrance free & earth friendly detergent. 
You'll also find earth friendly cleaning products available for your use, and we use eco-friendly products for all our housekeeping.

SUSTAINABLE
Our efforts are focused on improving the sustainability of our accommodation. Our recent renovations included instillation of double glazed windows and eco-insulation to keep it cosy or cool, and we began implementing recycling & composting systems. We have also chosen to provide amenities with biodegradable packaging.

GALLERY

THINGS TO DO

WELLNESS MENU
Pre-book your wellness weekend with our in-house professional services. Available when booking or contact us to find out more. 
​View our Wellness Menu here

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WALKS & GARDENS
There is an abundance of walks to wander, and gardens to explore near Olinda Woods. We are just 5 minutes walk from the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens (previously National Rhododendron Gardens). 
Explore more walks here. 

CULTURAL SITES
​Wurundjeri Walking Tour
Explore the Dandenongs and learn about it's rich aboriginal history with Bullen Bullen Cultural Tours. Tours run from Kallista.

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WEDDINGS
At Olinda Woods love is always in the air, and it is an absolute pleasure to offer accommodation before and after your special day. Ask us about our services available to make it an extra special retreat!

MARKETS
​There are artist & farmers markets on every weekend in the hills. See our calendar of events to find out what's on during your retreat.

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TREES ADVENTURE
Fancy a bit of fun amongst the gums? Trees Adventure in Belgrave will have you swinging through the treetops and laughing like a kookaburra. 2hr passes available when booking your retreat. 

Guest review
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"We didn't want to leave, outstanding hospitality and that spa bath! OMG!!"

"What a lovely peaceful spot to escape to! Beautiful rainforest outlook from every window and such a lovely cosy and inviting space! The spa bath with full rainforest views and cosy wood-fire were the highlights, as was the yummy food hamper of local produce - we'll definitely be back next year :D"

"We absolutely enjoyed our stay, the place was great and the open living area with the fire place was outstanding. Perfect place to wind down and just enjoy the view and nature."

"Gorgeous retreat. The added breakfast was a real treat as we didn't have to bring food with us for the first morning. The retreat is secluded with stunning views of tall mountain ash trees. Everything was provided with nice touches. The bed was super comfy and we had a really relaxing, nourishing time."