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Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby

Holiday home in Melbourne with kitchenette and patio

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On the picturesque Mornington Peninsula, W-class Tram is a restored Melbourne icon that offers a unique retreat amidst acres of natural bush and parkland. This charming abode features original tram seating, English designer fabrics, and antique furniture while providing modern comforts like a Smeg coffee machine and wood fire.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace
The current price is AU$409
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby

Stay in a Melbourne Icon! This iconic W-class Tram was built in Melbourne before 1952 and was servicing commuters until 1992.

Situated on a working farm, home to sheep, alpacas and a vineyard, this is not a cabin in the backyard of a suburban area, it is surrounded by acres of natural bush and parkland providing you complete privacy during your stay with all the modern comforts of home.

Being of historical significance to our great city, the Tram has been restored and renovated with one bedroom, dining area and seating area retaining original features such as signs, shutters and flooring all brought back to life, the graffiti retained. The tram features English designer fabrics, designer wallpaper, antique furniture and a warm ambient setting. The extension of the Tram has open plan living, with lounge chairs, TV, split system and wood fire to enjoy. The kitchenette has microwave, fridge, Smeg coffee machine, toaster and kettle. A modern bathroom with a huge shower, stocked with natural body and hair care products. The front deck invites you on your unique holiday, to sit and enjoy the sounds of nature.

The surrounding acres of bush are yours exclusively to explore during your stay. Positioned a kilometre from the nearest roads, enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the natural bush setting and the abundant bird life and other native wildlife including tawny frogmouth, parrots, owls and honeyeaters - to name a few. Unwind and relax while savouring a picnic near the pond or a barbeque on the deck.
Situated on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, with everything at your doorstep - wineries, beaches, spas, tourist attractions.

Linen and towels by Sheridan are provided, BYO beach towels.
Silver plated cutlery service, English crockery.
Strictly no parties, functions, events or Schoolies
Bed configuration - Sleeps maximum of 2 people
Bedroom 1 - Queen x 1

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Balnarring, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park and Manyung Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens and Redhill Recreation Reserve. Mornington Railway and Red Hill Cheese are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Balnarring, VIC

What's nearby

  • Buckley Nature Conservation Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Quealy Entrance - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Quealy Winery - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Willow Creek Vineyard - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lornas Triangle Bushland Reserve - 5 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Morroadoo Station - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Balnarring Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Le Bouchon French Cuisine - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tulum Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peppys Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$408.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby located?

Located in Balnarring, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Quealy Entrance, Willow Creek Vineyard and Devilbend Natural Features Reserve. Lornas Triangle Bushland Reserve is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Seclusion, Tram, Native Bush, Wineries, Beaches, Melbourne Icon, Village nearby Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tram stay

Beautiful property with a great atmosphere, very easy to find and check in. Good place to disconnect from technology for a bit and explore a bit of history.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tram stay

Was great. Beautifully fitted out with loads of character. Very spacious. Just note there is only a microwave and a barbecue for cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bellinda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene and relaxing

The accommodation was immaculate. The bed was so comfortable. We loved our stay. It was so quiet and relaxing. So nice waking up to the peaceful sounds of the birds. The tram was very cool and so fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Appayya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and well maintained property. Very unique in style, nesstled in nature and was a lovely experience. Tara was a kind host and was easily reachable!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tramaversary

We booked to celebrate our anniversary. It was a unique experience without having to travel too far from home. Peaceful surrounds, quirky decor, a very cool microwave from the future, nice shower, bathroom and kitchen. It was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Loved our stay here, they had all the traditional things you want for a night away that many places no longer do. Such as a decent size bottle of fresh milk, free little treats left out, plenty of food quality fire wood, the fire place set and ready to light etc Other things to note was it gets very cold, they have a gorgeous fire place and heating but due to the nature of the tram layout, cold air comes in via the external sliding doors. I suggest a draft stop along these areas to solve that. All in all this place was a 10/10 and we will be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A really unique stay in a slice of history. The novelty of staying in a tram was so fun! The surrounding area is idyllic, very quiet and restful. Navigating the 3 gates to get to the property was a little tricky in the wet weather but just a part of country life. Note the accommodation is window heavy with very few blinds, so pack an eye mask! Very clean and comfortable place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great toy for a tram enthusiast

For a man who drove trams many years ago a fantastic experience. Drove this same tram #72. Ist class appointments all through the establishment extremely comfortable, peaceful and quiet. Would recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful bush setting- quality of carriage accom and attached cabin exceeded expectations by far.

Lovely - peaceful - quality appliance/bedding and styling. Felt like a gorgeous hotel but with the serenity and privacy of the bush surroundings. Restoration of the tram into accom was done beautifully! First place was stacked and ready to light - chocolates - coffee and snacks were appreciated! Owners responsive friendly and happy to assist if we needed anything. Would stay again without hesitation :) Thankyou 💜👊🙏
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique place to stay, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location for a quiet getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and extraordinary place to stay. Very memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to spend a weekend. Property is clean, quiet and the tram adds something different. Check in was easy and host responsive. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay, really enjoyed the tram, everything was just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time staying in the renovated tram. We were looked after very well by Tara. She had everything ready for our arrival. We would quite easily return for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A romantic getaway

An old tram maintained and updated in beautiful style with an adjoining ensuite & lounge/kitchenette . Really special place to stay :-) We enjoyed it very much …. Great base to head out to the wineries
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super tram!!!

Excellent thanks to great people!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible use of an old tram converted into a mini home. If you love anything old Melbourne, you will love this
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!!

Our main reason to stay was for our 7yo who is obsessed with transportation. We were allowed to bring him which for us was easy since he just shared the bed with us. Very comfy bed! We explored a bit around the property. The stay itself was short for us only overnight. Not a lot of reception which was great. Cosy enough for the 3 of us. Great little fireplace, excellent during the day. It was just a tad bit cold overnight as the split system didn’t really get to the bed area which is in the tram itself. Great place highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025