Dandenong Ranges National Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Puffing Billy Steam Train - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
Olinda Falls - 14 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Melbourne Belgrave Station - 7 min drive
Belgrave Station - 7 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Edison Bakehouse - 2 min drive
Micawber Tavern - 5 min drive
The Patch Store - 10 min walk
Killik Handcrafted Rum - 5 min drive
Kallista Tearooms and Pantry - 3 min drive
About this property
Aquila Nova Retreat
Luxury bed & breakfast near Puffing Billy Steam Train
Free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Aquila Nova Retreat. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Express check-out and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as private spa tubs and fireplaces, as well as perks like premium bedding and furnished balconies.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with jetted tubs and rainfall showers
50-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast available daily
Guest services
Housekeeping (limited)
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Spa
Massages
More
Mosquito nets
Romance packages available
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Entertainment
50-inch LED TV
Cable channels
DVD player
Netflix
Premium channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Kitchenette
Microwave
Minibar
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Outdoor space
Furnished balcony
More
Fireplace
Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Local maps
Private spa tub
Slippers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Lockbox
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
Aquila Nova Retreat B&B The Patch
Aquila Nova Retreat B&B
Aquila Nova Retreat The Patch
Aquila Nova Retreat The Patch
Aquila Nova Retreat Bed & breakfast
Aquila Nova Retreat Bed & breakfast The Patch
Frequently asked questions
Is Aquila Nova Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Aquila Nova Retreat?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Aquila Nova Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Aquila Nova Retreat?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Aquila Nova Retreat located?
Located in The Patch, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Sassafras Creek Nature Conservation Reserve and Frank Irvine Reserve. Kallista Bushland Reserve and Grants Picnic Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Aquila Nova Retreat Reviews
Reviews
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It was an excellent curated room, every little details was well thought out in it's design. The little things included in the room added to the overall experience. I highly recommend this room for a romantic get away
Our fleeting stay was just beautiful, superbly appointed, everything was thought of. Our first visit to a B&B and if I am going to stay away I wanted luxury! Not disappointed. will be back.
We used Aquila Nova Retreat (Luna room) as our bridal getting ready room and wedding night accommodation. Arina was welcoming and very accommodating for us, thank you!
Stayed one night in the Luna suite and wished I had booked more nights. This is one of the best places I have ever stayed at anywhere. We arrived to find a beautifully baked bread roll, still warm from an oven, waiting for us on the kitchenette bench. Best tasting roll I've eaten in a long time. Lovely olive oil and balsamic was supplied. The four poster bed was made immaculately and the place itself was utterly spotless. Everything was perfect and the attention to detail was flawless - from how the cushions were arranged on the sofa, even to how the cutlery was arranged in the drawers! The views onto the garden were very relaxing. Good quality coffee and condiments. Breakfast supplies were utterly fresh. Amazing manuka honey toiletries in the bathroom. Spa bath was relaxing. Can't fault the place! Do yourself a favour and stay here. I will definitely come back here for a longer stay.
We really enjoyed our stay in the Sol room. There was so much attention to detail, from providing bath salts for the spa to including little chocolates around the room. Gorgeous views of camellia trees and the forest over the road. And the gardens on the property are really beautiful. We went for a wander one night and found a sugar glider in one of the trees. We ended up spending a whole morning just sitting at the little table, reading and sketching. It was very comfortable and cosy.