| some quarters add private terraces and/or 4-poster beds. parking is free. . this upscale b&b, built to resemble a 19th-century mill and coaching inn, is a 12-minute walk from the national rhododendron gardens and 5 km from dandenong ranges national park. the 8 opulent suites offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and dvd players, as well as kitchenettes, whirlpool baths and separate sitting areas. amenities include massage treatments, as well as landscaped gardens with seating
Melbourne Airport 1 hr 6
William Ricketts Sanctuary (3 min)
The artist, William Ricketts, is remembered by his works at this forest sanctuary for contemplation. Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden (8 min)
Walking trails wind through this scenic, wooded garden park with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands. Puffing Billy Railway (11 min)
This open-air train with first-class dining carriages travels through the scenic Dandenong Ranges. George Tindale Memorial Gardens (9 min)
Garden and park Dandenong Ranges (4 min)
Large mountain range with botanic gardens, wildlife & zip lines, plus an art-filled cultural center. Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden Ornamental Lake (16 min)
36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe. Kokoda Track Memorial Walk (1000 Steps) (15 min)
Scenic walking track in lush forest surrounds lined with plaques devoted to Australian soldiers. Miss Marple's Tearoom (4 min) Sherbrooke Falls (7 min) Lysterfield Park (23 min)
Scenic waterfront park featuring trails for hiking & cycling, plus lake sports & kangaroo sightings. R.J. Hamer Arboretum (3 min)
Arboretum featuring scenic, hilly walking trails amid 150+ types of native & exotic trees. GRANTS ON SHERBROOKE, Grants Picnic Ground (7 min)
BBQ facilities & picnic tables near a forest with fern gullies, paths & native birds like lorikeets. Dandenong Ranges National Park (13 min)
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground. Mount Dandenong (6 min)
Popular mountaintop spot with views of Melbourne's skyline & a cafe/bistro with observation decks. Trees Adventure - Glen Harrow Park (13 min)
Ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges among tall trees, including a sequoia & old oaks. | 
