Fernglen Forest Retreat

Details checked November 2026

Price: Price on enquiry
Accommodation: Stay on site
Getting there: 45 min from Melbourne

Photos from fernglenforestretreat.com.au

Fernglen Forest Retreat is a family-owned group of five self-contained cottages on seven acres of rainforest in Mount Dandenong in the Dandenong Ranges. It caters to elopements and small weddings of up to 20 people, with overnight stays for up to 14 guests among mountain ash and tree ferns.

Good to know

Sleeps 14 guests on site
Parking on site

From fernglenforestretreat.com.au. Check the details with the venue when you enquire.

Where it is

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When to go

Spring blooms and autumn colour are the highlights. The hills are cooler and wetter than the city, so plan for rain and mist at any time of year.

From Melbourne: 45 min
Within 20 km: 54 venues
In Dandenong Ranges: 16 venues

Close by

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Planning a wedding in Dandenong Ranges

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How many guests can you seat for dinner, and how many for a cocktail reception?
Can we hold the ceremony here as well, or should we plan for a separate ceremony location?
How many guests can stay, is it included, and is there a minimum stay?
Which dates are still free in our preferred season, and are weekdays cheaper?

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