Book Holly Lodge in Kalorama

The lodge offers the Garden Suite, Superior Villa, and Honeymoon Suite. Each room includes a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, and a kitchen equipped with a fridge, microwave, toaster, and kettle. The Superior Villa has a private hot tub and balcony with views of the surrounding forest and farmland. The Garden Suite features multiple windows overlooking plants, creating a feeling of being away from the city. Block-out blinds and soundproof windows ensure a dark, quiet sleep. Beds are described as extremely comfortable, and showers have strong water pressure.

Breakfast supplies are provided in the room, including ample foodstuffs such as bread, cereal, milk, and spreads. Guests prepare their own breakfast with the kitchen facilities. No onsite restaurant is available, but the lodge offers breakfast in the room as part of the stay.

Guests can explore natural trails and walking paths within easy walking distance. The lodge has a garden with a terrace, outdoor picnic area, BBQ facilities, and an outdoor fireplace. Board games and puzzles are available. Cycling and hiking are popular in the area, and the lodge can arrange pub crawls. The garden is dog-friendly, with a large backyard for pets to explore.

Holly Lodge is situated in Kalorama, 33 km from Dandenong Train Station and 35 km from Chadstone Shopping Mall. Princess Theatre is 41 km away, and Melbourne Cricket Ground is 42 km away. Essendon Fields Airport is 50 km from the property. The closest public transport stop is a 10-minute walk, with access to viewpoints and towns via bus. The lodge is on a hillside with many stairs, so it is not suitable for people with mobility issues.

The lodge offers free WiFi and free on-site parking (three designated spots). Check-in and check-out are private. Pets are allowed upon request. The property has 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas and outdoors, plus smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and key access. Services include fax/photocopying. The host, Steve, is friendly and helpful, even offering lifts to nearby events. All rooms are non-smoking and adults-only.