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Train Whistle Cottage

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Emerald, VIC
  • Emerald Lake Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Train Whistle Cottage

Available for guests needing emergency accomodation as well as guests who would like a break from their busy lives.
Catering for families and their pets (conditions apply) Train whistle cottage offers a fun stay for all.
She is a great old dame with little quirks here and there.
The property is fully fenced. ( Please check the fencing to see if it is good enough for your child or pet before leaving them outside on their own).
As you enjoy your say at Train Whistle cottage you will hear the ever so gentle Whistle of Emeralds famous Puffing Billy steam train as it makes its way through the Dandenongs to Emerald Lake park, on its way to the lovely small town of Gembrook.
A 5 minute walk takes you to Puffing Billy Station where you can board the train to either Gembrook or Belgrave, take part of the famous ride through the lush green country side of tree ferns, gum trees, hills, and rolling pastures.
Only a 5 minute walk from Train Whistle Cottage, you can enjoy the many café’s, restaurants, and shops that Emerald has to offer.
Train Whistle cottage is in a great tourist location, within a half hours drive, you can visit the vinjards in the Yarra Valley, the nurseries in Monbulk with its world famous Tulip Festival in September/October, hike through Sherbrook forest with its huge gum trees, Lyrebirds etc. Enjoy the view from the summit of Mount Dandenong over the city of Melbourne, and if you are adventures you can climb the 1000 steps from Ferntree Gully to Sherbrook, visit Cardinia Damn where you can see Kangaroos, these are just a few things you can enjoy of the Dandenong Ranges and surroundings.
For the children and the young at heart, there are a few parks within 15 minutes walk of Train Whistle cottage, 5 minutes to puffing Billy park and 10 minutes to Emerald lake park, where you can find Walking tracks, playgrounds, Amphitheatres, picnic shelters and murals. The Emerald Museum showcases photographs, documents and memorabilia through the years from Aboriginal occupation to the present day.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Gemco Community Theatre. You'll find features such as breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 8 minutes by car from Dandenong Ranges National Park and 13 minutes from Puffing Billy Steam Train
As a guest of Train Whistle Cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Evelin and Rob

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Train Whistle Cottage House Emerald
Train Whistle Cottage House
Train Whistle Cottage Emerald
House Melbourne
Train Whistle Cottage
House Private vacation home
House Private vacation home Melbourne
152903

Train Whistle Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage great location!

It was the perfect accomodation for us as a family with two little dogs. Plenty of room for them to play! The lounge area was probably more suited to 5 adults rather than six, but it didn't seem to matter as we spread ourselves out between the lounge and dining areas. The hosts went above and beyond for us re: both checking in and out and in communication and friendliness. We were attending a wedding close to the cottage so location was perfect. Overall we rate 5 stars! The only thing to consider or be aware of is the small step down from dining area into kitchen/bathroom area. Only one step but for our elderly parents we needed to leave lights on. Apart from that everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bek M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious heritage

My in-laws had a lovely stay in this property. It really is the perfect location. We leave local to the hills and our children (ages 6 and 3) loved visiting. Very pretty and definitely comfortable. This is our second stay with Evelin and we will be back . Lovely extra of a voucher for a local cafe was very much appreciated.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting for a wedding

Beautiful cottage, great location, easy to book and open communication with our hosts. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs

Its was a lovely property in a great srea
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

So puppy friendly & centrally located

Our third time at the cottage and it did not disappoint. Lovely cottage, so clean & cosy. Comfortable beds and very clean. Puppies loved the big backyard too. Walking distance from everything in Emerald. Evelin & Rob are great hosts too. We’ll be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable weekend

The house was ideal for our group the heating excellent m ay be the yard could be tidied particularly the back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

cottage

Lovely quaint cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacqui F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property, fantastic host !

Loved our stay , perfect position for town and the park / railway. Host goes above and beyond to accommodate her guests. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get Away

This property was an old world charming home close to everything in Emerald. My only wish is they had flyscreen doors as insects were everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic mini break

Such a wonderful stay, property was excellent and fulfilled each of our requirements including the fenced yard so we could leave our dog in comfort. Evelin and Rob were fantastic hosts and thoughtfully left a card and cake for my wife, whose birthday we were celebrating. Great location with plenty to do. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely old cottage in a beautiful lication

The home was a delightful old cottage, with lots of lovely touches. The bickies were a lovely surprise. Home is walking distance to town, Emerald lake, puffing billy station and walking trails. Evelin is a responsive, considerate host
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victor and Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it all.

Spotless, older Australian traditional home where the original features have been maintained and improved upon. Excellent bookshelf, TV and internet. It all fitted us likes gloves. Very good location where its an easy walk to good shops and post office. And if like us, you like walking, take your walking gear as there are some wonderful places to explore starting from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Gorgeous

Loved everything about this little place it was the perfect little cottage for our weekend away would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

our stay at train whistle cottage

A very clean cottage with very close approximately to the shops down the road. The cottage has everything that you could wish for. When we arrived the place was already lit up and the heating was on which was a blessing on a cold and bleak day. Loved the extras that Evelin provided us to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.Well worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint cottage near Emerald

Lovely cottage with good access to Emerald. Great fire place and anything else that you need. Secure yard for our little dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend away

The cottage was lovely and had all that we needed for a weekend away. the beds were very comfy and the house was cosy. It was very close to coffee shops and other local shops which were lovely to stroll to in the mornings. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karenne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get together

A quiet, clean house. Hosts were easy to contact & catered well for the child in our group. Many choices of DVDs, however couldn't get player to work ( didn't really need it). Would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rene V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Even better than expexted

Great, friendly hosts with prompt communication and easy check-in process. It’s a beautiful spacious cottage that offers everything you need. The backyard is large and completely fenced and our husky absolutely loved it. The kitchen is kitted with whatever you need to cook. A nice deep bath to relax in! Beautiful scenic walks close by. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place and location

Loved this property. Had everything we needed and just a short walk into the main street. Very comfortable, clean and commutation was easy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonya K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable stay

Enjoyed our stay here . Our host was very communicative and attentive to our needs . Place was comfortable with lots of homely touches . Welcome pack on arrival was greatly appreciated. Our dogs enjoyed the freedom of the large backyard . Close to shops and other attractions . Looking forward to coming to stay here again in future .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely stay in a beautiful neighbourhood

Train Whistle Cottage is full of character and had everything we needed for an enjoyable and relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, spacious cottage away from the suburban grind

We loved our stay at this cottage. The new beds were incredibly comfortable and the dogs loved running around the backyard. Evelin is a wonderful host - and I was so appreciative of being able to move my booking when my mum was sick and unable to catch up. The lactose free milk was a lovely touch and after a long drive the biccies went down a treat. Lovely cafes very close to the cottage. The variety of treats at the bakery was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hills retreat

Convenient location,dog friendly. Excellent communication with owner. Supply of milk and bath robes a nice touch. Beds comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

kim o., GEELONG, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent communication

Great host, offered and collected us from a wedding venue at ‘Gum Gully Farm’ dogs were welcomed out the back. Yummy biscuits, Pringle’s on arrival . Very comfy brand new beds.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019