Bird Hill - A Garden Retreat in the Yarra Valley - Get Up Close to Native Birds

Bird Hill is a nature-rich cottage on 1 acre of garden, ideal for those who value privacy and presence. Perfect for reconnecting with land, loved ones, and yourself. Harvest seasonal produce, watch birds from the private deck, and explore the Yarra Valley.

Here, the pace slows and the senses open. The garden is alive with texture and movement, with each season bringing something different.

Peaceful, soulful, full of character - an ideal base for rest, reflection and Yarra Valley adventures.

At heart, Bird Hill is our family’s getaway—a peaceful and beautiful space we’ve loved over the years and now welcome others who appreciate nature, comfort and quiet connection.

Nestled in the quaint town of Woori Yallock, Bird Hill sits gently on one acre of evolving gardens, with fruit and nut trees, vegetable beds and native blooms. It’s a place where birds can feed from your hand, butterflies drift through citrus blossoms, and the rhythm of the land invites you to slow down.

🌿 The Cottage - A true holiday home experience
Built many years ago as a holiday home, Bird Hill still holds that spirit of retreat. Inside, you’ll find a blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. Furnishings and decor is tasteful, practical, and sometimes sentimental - chosen to reflect the character of each room. Beds are made using quality linen with comfortable mattresses and the kitchen is exceptionally well equipped: cooking essentials, an array of teas and coffee, spices, condiments, oils, and thoughtful extras you may have forgotten to bring.

In winter, the wood heater adds a warm, cosy glow, while ducted gas heating keeps the cottage snug and welcoming. Air conditioning is available for warmer days.

Outside, the private back deck offers a front-row seat to nature. Many birds including Yellow-Breasted Robins and Grey Fantails often follow you through the garden, while King Parrots, Rosellas, and Lorikeets bring bursts of colour. Wildlife is part of the experience—kangaroos, wombats, frogs, lizards, bees, and other creatures may make an appearance.

It’s all part of the magic at Bird Hill.

🚲 For Bike Riders & Nature Lovers
Just minutes from the Warburton Rail Trail—perfect for cycling and walking, with endless opportunities to connect with nature.

🌸 What’s Growing
Beyond the cottage garden, the property is an ongoing seasonal project. Guests are welcome to carefully harvest what’s in season:
• Fruit and nut trees
• Vegetable beds and herbs
• Native and flowering plants

🧼 Cleanliness & Care
We prepare the cottage with meticulous attention to detail. Every surface is cleaned thoroughly after each guest, and all linens are laundered, sanitised and pressed—for your comfort and peace of mind.

🏡 Guest Access
The entire cottage and its private one-acre grounds are yours alone to enjoy. The host does not live on site, ensuring complete privacy during your stay.


🗺️ Location
Woori Yallock is not known as a tourist hub like nearby Warburton or Healesville - that’s part of its charm. Quiet, beautiful, and perfectly situated, Bird Hill is an ideal base for exploring the wider Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges. You’re on the way to Warburton, Healesville, Mt Donna Buang, Rochford Events, with artisan produce and wineries close by and natural beauty in abundance.

Woori Yallock, meaning “Running Creek” in the language of the Wurundjeri people, who are the traditional custodians of the Yarra Valley land and more.

Whether you’re touring the region or seeking time out, Bird Hill offers both.

We’d love to welcome you to Bird Hill—where nature, comfort and quiet connection await.


CENTRAL LOCATION FOR TOURING THE WIDER YARRA VALLEY REGION:
Close to Warburton Highway, Bird Hill is perfectly situated to explore all of the Yarra Valley, being central to Warburton, Healesville and the Dandenong Ranges. Find those quirky shops, boutique wineries and growers of local produce and discover the hidden delights of the area;
- 1.4km to Warburton - Lilydale Rail Trail with parking
- 10 minutes to Healesville Sanctuary by car
- 15 mins by car to Healesville
- 12 minutes by car to Rochford Winery, Coldstream - for concerts and events
- 18 mins by car to Warburton
- 18 mins by car to Olinda
- 13 mins by car to Cockatoo
- 14 mins by car to Lilydale
- 30 minutes by car to Mt Donna Buang - snowplay
- walking distance to local shops and bus

PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
There is a bus service along the Warburton highway, that operates early till late, 7 days a week and goes to or from Warburton to Lilydale or Chirnside Park. There is a train at Lilydale, so you could in fact catch public transport all the way to Bird Hill if you wished to reduce your carbon footprint even more, as the bus stop is easy walking distance to Bird Hill.

As a guest of Bird Hill - A Garden Retreat in the Yarra Valley - Get Up Close to Native Birds, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Melbourne cottage.