Tranquil hideaway - escape to the rainforest

Welcome to Steep Creek Retreat, a peaceful oasis. You'll be treated to a warm and comfortable 3 bedroom house nestled in the rainforest, with views of Belgrave Lake Park, trees and ferns, possums, birds and the most wonderful forest sights and sounds. Feed rainbow lorikeets on the verandah, sit by the fire, relax in the bath, scramble down to the park and Monbulk Creek walks, or stroll to Puffing Billy or Belgrave's bands, bars and night life. When you're here, it feels like another world. A spacious split-level living area with a wood heater, a kitchen and dining room; three comfortable bedrooms, a bathroom with bath and shower, and a laundry with washer and dryer. The bedrooms are two luxurious queen rooms and a third with the option of a king size bed or two singles. Guests can use the entire space, including the garden and verandah. There are a few steps up from the driveway, and 5 steps between the dining and living rooms. The road is steep and there is limited turning space, so we recommend parking no more than two cars on the property. If driving a 2WD car, be aware that your wheels may slip driving up the public road if you stop in the steepest part. (If this happens, just roll back to the driveway and start again!) Most guests have no trouble entering and leaving, but there is parking up the hill if this is a concern for you. The walk down is steep but lovely. We live elsewhere but can come and help if needed. You'll have complete privacy. It's surprising such a peaceful place is so close to the best of Belgrave! 12 mins walk to Belgrave Township, metro railway station with regular trains to the city, Puffing Billy steam train, band venues, wine bars, cafes and restaurants. A short scramble down an overgrown path will get you to the beautiful Monbulk Creek, habitat of platypus, with gorgeous walking paths and wooden bridges, and Belgrave Lake Park with a playground and adult exercise facilities. Metro Train to Belgrave Station and walk 12 minutes. 4wd car to bottom of road and driveway 2wd car to top of road and walk down 100m, or park on premises if comfortable with a slippery steep drive out. Most guests park on premises without problems. We'll send you a video to help you decide.