Set amongst 3-acres of landscaped gardens and bushland, Araluen Boutique Accommodation is located in the picturesque Steels Creek Valley, just 7 minutes' north of Yarra Glen. Guests have access to a large outdoor solar-heated swimming pool, property grounds and car parking. All self-contained villas at Araluen Boutique Accommodation have beautiful views of the surrounding countryside or the gardens and swimming pool. Villa amenities include a fully equipped kitchenette, including a gas stove top, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and a bar fridge. Air-conditioning, a gas fireplace, a 65-inch flat screen SMART television and a Bluetooth speaker are provided. Villa en suites have a double spa bath, separate showers and heated flooring and towel rails. Luxury linen and pillows are provided. The adult-only Deluxe and Boutique Lodge Rooms are located in the Lodge building. These spacious rooms include a flat-screen TV, minibar fridge, toaster and tea/coffee making facilities. Each Lodge room includes an en suite bathroom. The Deluxe Lodge rooms feature a glass conservatory ceiling. Guests residing in the Lodge building also have access to a communal guest lounge and sun room with wood fire heater, large flat screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine and plenty of seating. Those wanting to explore the Yarra Valley can access a range of brochures and advice on the region, its wineries, fine dining, art galleries, magnificent scenery and rich heritage. The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and some of the region's best wineries are 5 minutes' drive away and Healesville township is 15 minutes' drive away. Return to your villa and enjoy the local produce whilst relaxing and listening to the local bird life and if you are lucky, the wildlife pass by.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Yarra Glen
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kristina
    Australia Australia
    Loved the heated floor in bathroom, the view and the peace and quiet.
  • Conor
    Australia Australia
    Lovely hosts with lovely accommodation. They met us at the door and were very welcoming. The room was big with breakfast materials in the fridge. A wonderful common area with fridge, coffee and tea making stand, oven/stove and comfy lounges....
  • George
    Australia Australia
    Continental breakfast quite adequate. Great sourdough bread. Location was ideal for us just minutes from all the places we wanted to visit in the Yarra Valley.
  • Leigh
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful surroundings and accommodation. Exceptionally well maintained.
  • Selina
    Australia Australia
    Stunning Location, Beautiful Accomodation & Homely Welcome. Matched With Wonderful Hosts, Warmth & Kind Hospitality. Very Comfortable & Private. Thoughtful Communications. Thank You.
  • Helen
    Australia Australia
    I drove from Melbourne to stay overnight for an early morning function in the area. Allowed me a comfortable nights sleep in peaceful surroundings. I had no need to use the facilities which looked very good.
  • Rebecca
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful stay in the peaceful Yarra valley. The spa bath and king bed were a highlight for our stay! And the breakfast was Devine!
  • Nichola
    Australia Australia
    We stayed in the Deluxe garden villa, for two nights to attend a wedding. The room was beautifully styled and the owners had really thought about catering to all needs. In the one room was a kitchenette, lounge and smart TV, king bed with electric...
  • Adriarne
    Australia Australia
    What an incredible stay we had. Rachel is so kind & friendly, greeting us on arrival. Our room was stunning and had everything we needed. We loved the communal kitchen area, as it had all the comforts of home. Great location to wineries! Beautiful...
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    The attention to detail is amazing. Rachel has tried to think of every little thing to make your stay perfect. Arriving in the cold to a warm room heated by a fire, with generous proportions of cushions, pillows and throws makes the whole place...

Property questions and answers
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  • What restaurants, attractions, and public transport options are nearby?

    It is best to visit a map to see, but we have a lot of the best and most know attractions within a 5-10 minute away. Like De Bortoli, Alowyn Gardens, ..
    Answered on 5 March 2024
  • Hi. Are the local vineyards open on Fridays? Is there transport options for these if we have been drinking? Ie. Shuttle or taxi? Thanks

    Hi Yes, the vineyards are open on Fridays. There is a company in the Yarra Valley called Ricks Taxis. They can assist with transport.
    Answered on 21 October 2023
  • Hi, Are the Villas serviced daily?

    Hi We generally don't service daily. If you are staying more than 3 nights we can definately arrange for a full service or light service. Happy to acc..
    Answered on 22 September 2020
  • Hi do you have free cancellations? I’m just concerned with covid restrictions

    No we don't have free cancellation. All bookings via Booking.com require a 50% deposit when you book & balance on arrival. If you or we are put into l..
    Answered on 27 June 2021
  • Hi Rachael, We've stayed in your villa before. It states no refund. Does that mean no refund even if covid/lockdown related?

    Yes, our policy via this platform is non-refundable. The property is zoned metro Melbourne. In the event, we are put into a COVID lockdown, your depos..
    Answered on 15 October 2021
  • Is there an airport shuttle service?

    Unfortunately, there are no operators that offer a regular shuttle to the Yarra Valley. You would need to organise a private transfer. We can recommen..
    Answered on 5 March 2024
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Araluen Boutique Accommodation
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
Araluen Boutique Accommodation takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about £50. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property will not serve breakfast from 1st December 2023 to 31st January 2024

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Araluen Boutique Accommodation in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Araluen Boutique Accommodation

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Araluen Boutique Accommodation can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Pedicure
    • Cooking class
    • Make up services
    • Bike tours
    • Body scrub
    • Swimming Pool
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Body treatments
    • Bicycle rental
    • Hair treatments
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Horse riding
    • Facial treatments
  • The prices at Araluen Boutique Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Araluen Boutique Accommodation is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Araluen Boutique Accommodation is 3.7 miles from the centre of Yarra Glen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Araluen Boutique Accommodation include:

    • Villa
    • Double
    • Suite