A haven for lovers ...
Take the one you love to Linden Gardens Rainforest Retreat for a romantic break you will never forget. Located on top of Mt Dandenong and less than one hour from Melbourne, it is the perfect place for weekend escapes, honeymoons, anniversaries and other special celebrations.
Set on a three-acre estate of lush rainforest and historic gardens, Linden Gardens is a hills icon with unique plantings dating back to 1910. You must be a guest to enjoy the gardens and tranquillity of the surrounds, so read on and decide which is the perfect escape for you!
The feel at Linden Gardens is elegant, romantic and completely indulgent. The luxury suites are a combination of contemporary and antique pieces with all the modern amenities you could wish for, yet still retaining the feel of the historic buildings and gardens.
Choose from three beautiful suites: the Sanctuary Tower is three levels of luxury with the bedroom and its expansive windows on the top floor, the middle is the welcoming lounge and the lower level is your private spa room, with wood-burning stove.
Or lose yourself in the Garden Retreat, two levels of luxury with fabulous views, spa and gas log fire. Last but certainly not least is Linden Cottage – cosy, intimate and romantic – but still with panoramic windows giving you a feel of being surrounded by the gardens.
All suites have their own private entrance, king size beds, private spa, mini bar, robes, TV, DVD &CD, along with in-suite movies, wireless broadband internet … the list goes on! For those who don’t want to venture out, stay in with the complimentary bottle of wine and antipasto platter. Enjoy breakfast in your suite or on your private patio. There are several local restaurants that deliver to the Retreat, and others that provide take-away.
If you do manage to drag yourself away, all the delights of the Dandenong Ranges await … shops, national parks, antiques, restaurants and cafes, magnificent gardens (including the National Rhododendron Gardens), galleries and crafts, bushwalks and more.
A must-see is the Mt Dandenong Observatory, which has outstanding views of Melbourne, Port Phillip Bay, the You Yangs and Mt Macedon. Wine lovers will be drawn to the fabulous wineries of the Yarra Valley … in fact there is so much to do you will need longer than a weekend to do it all, or do nothing at all.
Book early if you have a particular date in mind. You can also purchase Gift Vouchers so you can treat someone else to a special stay at a very special place.
Find out more at Linden Gardens Rainforest Retreat.
Lisa is a professional editor for Holiday Inspirations.
