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A Loft in the Mill

1602 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road
Rated 9.0 in 201 reviews

A Loft in the Mill is a charming boutique hotel nestled in the picturesque township of Olinda, Australia. This enchanting establishment mirrors the tranquility and beauty of the Dandenong Ranges, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Housed in a lovingly restored structure, the hotel exudes a unique blend of historical character and modern amenities, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both warm and elegant.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted by the hotel’s stone facade and lush gardens, immediately setting the tone for a peaceful retreat. Each guest room is uniquely decorated, reflecting a blend of comfort and style, with cozy furnishings and tasteful decor. Many rooms also feature fireplaces and spa baths, adding an extra touch of luxury to the stay.

A Loft in the Mill is renowned for its personal touch and attention to detail, with a focus on providing a memorable and personalized experience for each guest. The friendly and attentive staff are committed to ensuring a pleasant stay, offering knowledgeable insights into local attractions and dining options. The hotel is conveniently located near the boutique shops and cafes of Olinda, as well as the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding national parks and gardens.

Whether escaping for a romantic weekend, celebrating a special occasion, or simply seeking a respite among nature, A Loft in the Mill offers an idyllic setting that captures the essence of the Dandenongs, making it a beloved choice for those visiting the region.

Climate and Weather

January
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 23
Rain free days
February
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 21
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March
 20°
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 7
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 22
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April
 17°
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 19
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May
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 17
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Botanical garden in Victoria, Australia
480m / 0.3mi
R.J. Hamer Arboretum
Arboretum in Olinda, Victoria
1km / 0.6mi
Pirianda Garden
Botanical garden in Olinda, Victoria, Australia
2.3km / 1.4mi
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
3.3km / 2mi
George Tindale Memorial Garden
Botanical garden in Sherbrooke, Victoria, Australia
2.6km / 1.6mi
Puffing Billy Railway
Puffing Billy Railway
Heritage rail service in metropolitan Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
5.7km / 3.5mi
Belgrave (Puffing Billy) railway station
Belgrave (Puffing Billy) railway station
Railway station in Belgrave, Victoria, Australia
5.8km / 3.6mi
Miller Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
5.1km / 3.2mi
Sherbrooke Forest
Sherbrooke Forest
Wet sclerophyll forest in the Dandenong Ranges, 40 km east of Melbourne, in Victoria, Australia
5.6km / 3.5mi
Karwarra Australian Plant Garden
Botanical garden in Kalorama, Victoria
4.5km / 2.8mi
Kings Park
6.9km / 4.3mi
Gateway Reserve
Park in Croydon South, Victoria, Australia
8km / 5mi
Selby Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
6.3km / 3.9mi
Birdsland Reserve
Park in Belgrave Heights, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.3mi
Elizabeth Bridge Reserve
Park in Kilsyth, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.3mi
Tim Neville Arboretum
Arboretum in Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.4mi
Silcock Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.9km / 6.1mi
Croydon Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.3km / 5.8mi
Town Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9km / 5.6mi
Eastfield Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
8.9km / 5.5mi
Gracedale Park
Recreation area in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
9.5km / 5.9mi
Knox Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
10km / 6.2mi
Kiloran Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
8km / 5mi
Barngeong Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.6km / 6mi
Charles Allen Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
8.8km / 5.5mi
Brentwood Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.1km / 5.7mi
Woodland Park
Park in Croydon South, Victoria, Australia
8.4km / 5.2mi
Cheong Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.7km / 6mi
Lillydale Lake Park
Park in Lilydale, Victoria, Australia
9.4km / 5.9mi
Lakeside railway station, Melbourne
Lakeside railway station, Melbourne
Railway station in Victoria, Australia
11.8km / 7.4mi
Gilbert Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
10.7km / 6.6mi
AFB Long Reserve
Park in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
11.1km / 6.9mi
Lewis Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
10km / 6.2mi
Heathmont Reserve
Park in Heathmont, Victoria, Australia
11.3km / 7mi
Ringwood Lake Park
Park in Ringwood, Victoria, Australia
11.7km / 7.3mi
Bedford Park
Park in Ringwood, Victoria, Australia
11.8km / 7.4mi
Kerrs Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
11.3km / 7mi
Hughes Park
Park in Croydon North, Victoria, Australia
11.3km / 7mi
Warrien Reserve
Park in Croydon North, Victoria, Australia
10.8km / 6.7mi
Ainslie Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
10.9km / 6.7mi
Smithdene Avenue Reserve
Park in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
10.6km / 6.6mi
Peter Vergers Reserve
Park in Ringwood, Victoria, Australia
11.6km / 7.2mi
Knaith Road Park
Park in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
11.1km / 6.9mi
East Ringwood Reserve
Recreation area in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
11.5km / 7.1mi
Carrington Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
11.3km / 7mi

What to do in Olinda and near A Loft in the Mill

Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
Botanical garden in Victoria, Australia
480m / 0.3mi
R.J. Hamer Arboretum
Arboretum in Olinda, Victoria
1km / 0.6mi
Pirianda Garden
Botanical garden in Olinda, Victoria, Australia
2.3km / 1.4mi
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
3.3km / 2mi
George Tindale Memorial Garden
Botanical garden in Sherbrooke, Victoria, Australia
2.6km / 1.6mi
Puffing Billy Railway
Puffing Billy Railway
Heritage rail service in metropolitan Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
5.7km / 3.5mi
Belgrave (Puffing Billy) railway station
Belgrave (Puffing Billy) railway station
Railway station in Belgrave, Victoria, Australia
5.8km / 3.6mi
Miller Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
5.1km / 3.2mi
Sherbrooke Forest
Sherbrooke Forest
Wet sclerophyll forest in the Dandenong Ranges, 40 km east of Melbourne, in Victoria, Australia
5.6km / 3.5mi
Karwarra Australian Plant Garden
Botanical garden in Kalorama, Victoria
4.5km / 2.8mi
Kings Park
6.9km / 4.3mi
Gateway Reserve
Park in Croydon South, Victoria, Australia
8km / 5mi
Selby Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
6.3km / 3.9mi
Birdsland Reserve
Park in Belgrave Heights, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.3mi
Elizabeth Bridge Reserve
Park in Kilsyth, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.3mi
Tim Neville Arboretum
Arboretum in Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia
7km / 4.4mi
Silcock Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.9km / 6.1mi
Croydon Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.3km / 5.8mi
Town Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9km / 5.6mi
Eastfield Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
8.9km / 5.5mi
Gracedale Park
Recreation area in Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia
9.5km / 5.9mi
Knox Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
10km / 6.2mi
Kiloran Park
Park in Victoria, Australia
8km / 5mi
Barngeong Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.6km / 6mi
Charles Allen Reserve
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
8.8km / 5.5mi
Brentwood Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.1km / 5.7mi
Woodland Park
Park in Croydon South, Victoria, Australia
8.4km / 5.2mi
Cheong Park
Park in Croydon, Victoria, Australia
9.7km / 6mi
Lillydale Lake Park
Park in Lilydale, Victoria, Australia
9.4km / 5.9mi
Lakeside railway station, Melbourne
Lakeside railway station, Melbourne
Railway station in Victoria, Australia
11.8km / 7.4mi

Golf courses

Eastwood Golf Club
Eastwood Golf Club
4.4km / 2.7mi
Dorset Golf
Dorset Golf
7.3km / 4.5mi
Waterford Valley Golf Course
Waterford Valley Golf Course
8.9km / 5.6mi
Heathmont Golf Park
Heathmont Golf Park
9.1km / 5.6mi
Emerald Golf & Country Resort
Emerald Golf & Country Resort
9.8km / 6.1mi
Wantirna Golf Range
Wantirna Golf Range
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ringwood Golf
Ringwood Golf
Public golf course in Ringwood, Victoria, Australia
18 hole, par 70
12.2km / 7.6mi
Gardiners Run Golf Course
Gardiners Run Golf Course
12.9km / 8mi
Morack Public Golf Course
Morack Public Golf Course
13.5km / 8.4mi
Waverley Churchill Golf Course
Waverley Churchill Golf Course
14.2km / 8.8mi
Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links
Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links
14.2km / 8.9mi
Churchill Park Golf Club
Churchill Park Golf Club
14.4km / 9mi
Glen Waverley Golf Course
Glen Waverley Golf Course
15km / 9.3mi
Rowville Lakes Public Golf Course
Rowville Lakes Public Golf Course
15.2km / 9.4mi
St John Golf Course
St John Golf Course
15.3km / 9.5mi
Waverly Pitch & Putt
Waverly Pitch & Putt
pitch and putt
16.1km / 10mi
The Heritage Golf and Country Club
The Heritage Golf and Country Club
Country club in Chirnside Park, Victoria
16.2km / 10.1mi
Eastern Golf Club
Eastern Golf Club
17.2km / 10.7mi
Montuna Golf Club
Montuna Golf Club
17.5km / 10.9mi
Yering Meadows Golf Course
Yering Meadows Golf Course
27 hole, par 72 + 36
17.6km / 10.9mi

About Olinda

Olinda, Australia, is a charming village located in the Dandenong Ranges, known for its natural beauty and artistic community. One of the best things to do is to explore the Olinda Falls, where visitors can enjoy a serene walk through lush rainforest and witness the cascading water. The surrounding trails provide a peaceful setting for hiking and immersing oneself in nature.

Another highlight is the William Ricketts Sanctuary, an outdoor gallery featuring unique sculptures that reflect the connection between Indigenous culture and nature. The sanctuary’s tranquil gardens offer a reflective space to appreciate both art and the environment.

For those interested in gardens, the National Rhododendron Gardens is a must-visit. This expansive garden showcases a stunning collection of rhododendrons and other flowering plants, making it a lovely spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic amidst vibrant blooms.

Olinda also has a rich culinary scene, with various cafes and restaurants serving locally sourced produce. Enjoying a meal while taking in the beautiful views of the surrounding hills is a great way to experience the local culture.

Art enthusiasts will appreciate the local galleries that feature the work of regional artists, providing insight into the creative spirit of the area.

Lastly, participating in local events or markets can give visitors a taste of the community and its offerings. Overall, Olinda provides a blend of nature, art, and local culture, making it a pleasant destination for relaxation and exploration.




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