Mary Cards Coach House
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Mary Cards Coach House

1498 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria 3788 Australia
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#4 of 9 B&Bs in Olinda
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality

If you’re looking for a charming bed and breakfast in Olinda, look no further than Mary Cards Coach House.

Rooms at Mary Cards Coach House offer a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and a sofa providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi.

Baggage storage and newspaper are some of the conveniences offered at this bed and breakfast. An on-site restaurant will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Mary Cards Coach House, free parking is available.

While in Olinda, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Mary Cards Coach House, including Cuckoo Restaurant (0.4 mi), Olinda Cafe (0.1 mi), and Copperfields Restaurant (0.2 mi).

Looking to explore? Then look no further than National Rhododendron Gardens (0.3 mi), Cloudehill Nursery and Gardens (0.9 mi), and Red Gum Gallery (0.2 mi), which are some popular Olinda attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the bed and breakfast.

The staff at Mary Cards Coach House looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot bath
Breakfast in the room
Hiking
Airport transportation
Spa
Baggage storage
Secured parking
Wifi
Massage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Room features
Bathrobes
Seating area
Sofa
Bottled water
Coffee / tea maker
iPod docking station
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Charming
Languages Spoken
English

Location

1498 Mt Dandenong Tourist Road, Olinda, Victoria 3788 Australia
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Donna R wrote a review Apr 2021
Altona, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I spent two nights in the Queen Suite-Oak on the bottom floor of the Coach House. The suite itself if very comfortable and clean with a kitchen if you so choose to cook for yourself, a little lounge area that is quite comfortable (be warned the tv takes about 14-15 minutes to turn on once you hit the on button on the remote), a very comfortable queen size bed and bathroom complete with spa bath. If you are very short in stature like me at 4'9" you may have a little trouble swinging into the shower as it is above the spa bath but can be done. The breakfast provisions include bread for toast, juice, cereal and eggs and bacon. There is a gas heater that does warm up the suite very well. There are another two suites upstairs and if there are people in those suites you will hear a little footfall noise but other than that our stay was quiet.
All up a very relaxing couple of days away from home.
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Date of stay: April 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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caseyj1937 wrote a review Mar 2021
Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed for 2 nights to explore the area and to attend a wedding.
Our room was downstairs with an adjoining patio where we enjoyed wine in the sunshine accompanied by an eastern spinebill harvesting the fuschia bush, what a treat!
The rooms were very nice, very well appointed, bed very comfy with spare blankets.
Although it was February, it was quite cool and the gas heater did a good job.
We did find the bathroom a bit on the squeezy side and when we put the spa on, some stuff came out of the jets. It may be difficult for people with hip or knee issues to get out of the spa/ shower due to the high sides.
The breakfast supplies were excellent with a great choice and it was lovely to sit outside to have it.
Walking distance to the Pig and Whistle Tavern, 100 m and 200m the other way to the small set of shops.
Very good location, driveway a bit tricky to see coming from Olinda side.
We had a lovely break, thank you!
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Richard & Meg S wrote a review May 2024
Oatley, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
If you are travelling to the Dandenongs, this is a great place to stay! Situated in a quiet garden, off the road it reminded us so much of Wales! Our accommodation was spacious, well equipped and a ton of character! A 2 minute stroll to two great restaurants for dinner snd and a supermarket. Our hosts were very helpful and friendly. We highly recommend Mary Cards!
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Janice825 wrote a review Apr 2024
Melbourne, Australia
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Clean, cosy B&B. Lovely bedlinen, towels, the breakfast provisions were excellent.
Ideal location for us as going to Kelly’s Bar & Kitchen for private event.
Lots of places to go from here.
Friendly hosts, good communication, recommend a stay there.
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Date of stay: April 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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JeremyAustralia wrote a review Feb 2016
Melbourne, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed at Mary Cards Coach house on a gift arranged by a friend. It was very quaint, but really not to our liking.

The host - Rick was very friendly, but not super-organised. We had some issues contacting them to make arrangements beforehand, and some confusion when we arrived.

The room (Mary's Room) was very quaint, but a little small, with the 4 poster bed taking up most of it. Many of the features listed on the booking website weren't there, which was a little disappointing.

Also, whilst it is held out as a B&B, it is more semi-self-contained accommodation. The hosts provide a selection of food at the start of your stay for you cook yourself. At a B&B, I would usually expect a cooked breakfast to be provided. There were also no cleaning facilities for the dishes used.

If you are looking for a quaint self contained room in a nice location, then this place is for you. The hosts do care and are friendly. It was just not for us.
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Date of stay: February 2016
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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LeChatEnVacances wrote a review Nov 2013
Canton of Valais, Switzerland
+1
4.0 of 5 bubbles
LOCATION: MARY CARDS Coach House is located at 1498 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road. Olinda village is an easy 10-15 minutes' stroll away from the B&B while getting to Sassafras village would take about 45 minutes on foot. The following attractions are either within walking distance or easily accessible by bus: CloudeHill Gardens; National Rhododendron Gardens; SkyHigh; and William Ricketts Sanctuary.

There are regular bus services that connect the villages of Mt. Dandenong so that is a convenient option for those who don't drive. If you intend to travel around via public transport, remember to buy a MyKi Card from the train station before heading to Mt. Dandenong; you will need a valid fare-card (MyKi) for buses plying the Dandenong routes as bus drivers here do not accept cash payment.

DIRECTIONS: From Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, we travelled to MARY CARDS Coach House via SkyLimo. We had a smooth and safe ride in a clean and spacious cab. Our assigned driver was courteous and patient; he waited over an hour for us at the airport without a word of complaint! It was pricey (AUD 175 for a 90-minute journey) but we were impressed by their professional service.

Alternatively, you could hop onto SkyBus, an express service that runs 24/7 with buses departing for the city centre every 10 minutes (AUD 17 for 1-way Adult fare). From Southern Cross station, transfer onto the Belgrave line and travel to the terminus; from Belgrave station, board bus service 694 and alight at the bus-stop near the junction of Ridge Road and Mt. Dandenong Tourist Road. The entire Bus-Train-Bus journey would take about 2 hours.

BALTIC SUITE: Our spacious and comfortable suite on the upper floor had a French Country-style decor which was cosy and inviting. The French windows open out to a private balcony overlooking the picturesque garden. The balcony has a small round table & 2 chairs where you can enjoy a good read and a drink amidst the tranquil, scenic surroundings (provided the weather is fine).

The suite was furnished with a Queen-sized bed with a pair of bedside lamps; huge chest of drawers; 2 upholstered armchairs next to a glass-top coffee table; cabinet housing a flatscreen TV & a DVD player; wooden wardrobe with bathrobes, bedroom slippers, iron & ironing board; wooden dining table & 2 chairs; breakfast counter with 2 high stools; and a gas heater.

BED: comfortable with clean sheets, warm blanket and fluffy pillows.

BATHROOM: clean, spacious and well-lit. Furnished with the usual: small vanity counter with adequate storage space; mirrors above wash basin; hairdryer; spa bath; and toilet. Lots of clean towels, tissue paper and extra toilet rolls were provided. There was also a comprehensive range of amenities: hand soaps; shower gel; body lotion; shampoo; conditioner; etc.

Only issues were the weak water pressure and the difficulty in adjusting the water to a comfortable temperature.

KITCHEN: compact yet well-equipped with mini fridge; sink; microwave oven; small stove; toaster; juicer; coffee-& tea-making facilities. The cabinets are well-stocked with pots & pans; crockery; cutlery; and all necessary kitchen utensils ~ everything was clean and orderly.

F&B: room rate was inclusive of self-catering breakfast. The generous provisions included: big loaf of sliced bread with butter, margarine, Vegemite, assorted jams & honey; Kellogg's cereals; tins of baked beans; basket of eggs; mushrooms; yoghurt; full-cream milk; orange juice; and bottled water.

The F&B outlets nearest to MARY CARDS Coach House are Kelly's Bar, Olinda Pizza, Pig & Whistle Tavern, and Wild Oak Restaurant. We ordered take-away dinner from Olinda Pizza everyday of our stay; the pizza was delicious and affordably priced.

When in Olinda village, be sure to visit Pie In The Sky for its award-winning gourmet pies and exquisite desserts. You can also enjoy a hearty meal and warm service at Olinda Café.

SERVICE: Reservation, Check-In and Check-Out all proceeded smoothly. Prior to our arrival, Paula provided us with detailed information on how to reach the B&B via public transportation from the airport. After Check-In, she brought us up to the suite and patiently explained how to operate the various appliances, especially the stove and gas heater.

Paula was mindful of our dietary restrictions when preparing the breakfast provisions and also kindly lent us a brolly when we had inclement weather for several days. Overall, we found Paula to be a gracious host and her attentive service was much appreciated.

IN SHORT: There are many quality B&B up on Mt. Dandenong, MARY CARDS Coach House is a good choice for those who wish to be in or near Olinda village. You can expect a quiet, pleasant stay in this historic bluestone coach-house, at reasonable rates which are slightly lower than other properties in the vicinity. Book directly on MARY CARDS' website to enjoy special rates.
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Date of stay: October 2013
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Mary's Suite is the smallest of the 3 & its balcony is situated outside the room, right...
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Cat N wrote a review Sept 2012
Melbourne, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed for two nights (24th and 25th September, 2012) in Mary's Suite for a romantic getaway. The suite is decadent and absolutely stunning, with beautiful Victorian-style furnishings (four poster bed, gorgeous wardrobe, wooden panelled ceilings etc.) and a lovely bathroom (with Earlsley and Windsor and L'Occitane products). The kitchen includes an oven, stovetop, microwave, fridge, kettle, some basic kitchen utensils, but no sink; dishes are washed daily (a tray is provided for you to leave dishes outside your door to be collected, washed and returned). While this is excellent service and very kind, we preferred to cook a few of our own meals and found it difficult to have enough dishes to use without washing them ourselves in the bathroom sink (however, this was a very minor issue and probably an idiosyncrasy unique to ourselves).

Complimentary breakfast is also included and is generous (when we arrived, there was a loaf of fluffy white bread (with lots of condiments), some raisin bread, some fruit, some baked beans, a huge variety of cereals, some yoghurts, a variety of different teas (there were a few mini jars of local tea leaves), milk and orange juice). While the site states that hot breakfast items (i.e. eggs, bacon, mushrooms and tomatoes) will also be included, this may vary depending on the price of your stay; these were not included for us as we were staying at a discounted rate ($130/night; $260 total) in their smallest suite.

Overall, this was far and away the best getaway we have had. The value for money is unsurpassed; I can think of nowhere in Melbourne city we could have stayed for $130/night in such luxury. Paula, the host, is a lovely lady, and very helpful and hospitable. We will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: September 2012
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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SouthernerAlbury_NSW wrote a review Sept 2014
Albury, NSW
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed for one night in Mary's Suite which is the smallest of the cottage rooms available but still ample size, very romantic and great breakfast ammenities, including everything you need to cook eggs benedict :) Only a few metres walk to plenty of great eating establishments, we went to Kelly's pub/restaurant which was very nice. Beautiful part of the world, would not hesitate to stay again.
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Date of stay: September 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Astrid O wrote a review Sept 2014
Sydney, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This place is nestled in beautiful cottage gardens. The B&B room we stayed in is in a building separate to the main house, and was totally self-contained. Our room was upstairs, but there is also a downstairs room available. The room was a good size with a very comfortable bed that had a sumptuous and very warm quilt. There was a gas heater which was very effective as it heated the room very quickly and made it very cosy. There was a fabulous large spa bath in a good sized bathroom. The room was clean but not totally spotless. I found a "leftover" pen under the bed and noticed a bit of dust. The breakfast provisions were more than adequate with good variety of choices. A sweet compact kitchen, which was well equipped, was totally adequate for cooking. There was no dishwasher but that wasn't a particular problem. There were several lighting options.The owners could consider putting some sort of heating in the bathroom as the room was noticeably colder. Underfloor heating in that bathroom would have been perfect, but perhaps an IXL Tastic or a strip heater would be more practical. There are many lovely local eateries within walking distance, most notably the Pig and Whistle just down the road and various cafes and delis at the nearby shops. The location is close of many of The Dandenongs' attractions. Overall a lovely place to stay and we would not hesitate to stay there again.
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Date of stay: September 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: If you don't like going up and down outside stairs, ask for a ground floor room.
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Mephalla wrote a review Mar 2014
Melbourne, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Well presented beautiful little B&B with fantastic service. Our host even offered us the use of their personal wifi connection if the standard free connection for the B&B was not working. The room is well presented, clean and very cosy. The breakfast provided was of excellent quality with exceptional choices. It is also conveniently located within walking distance to the local shops and restaurants. Worth the money spent and I would recommend it to whomever that wishes to spend the night in Mt. Dandenong.
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Date of stay: March 2014
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Janice and Jack Gill wrote a tip May 2022
Traralgon, Australia1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We had the Mary suite."
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traceyr0b wrote a tip June 2017
Melbourne, Australia11 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Baltic room is nice"
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Diane W wrote a tip July 2016
Adelaide, Australia330 contributions116 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"All a good"
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Tess W wrote a tip July 2015
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We had Mary's Room and that was very nice"
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Linda L wrote a tip Sept 2014
Nelson, New Zealand58 contributions17 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Maybe go for an upstairs room?? Ours was downstairs but maybe upstairs would be better??"
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AU$178 - AU$220 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mary Cards Coach House
Which popular attractions are close to Mary Cards Coach House?
Nearby attractions include Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden (0.5 km), Mangana (0.2 km), and Tree Fern Gully Track (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Mary Cards Coach House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a spa, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Mary Cards Coach House?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a seating area.
Is parking available at Mary Cards Coach House?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Mary Cards Coach House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pig & Whistle Tavern, Olinda Cafe, and Dudley’s.
Does Mary Cards Coach House have airport transportation?
Yes, Mary Cards Coach House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Mary Cards Coach House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Ringwood Clock Tower (12.6 km).
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