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A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hovea, Western Australia
  • John Forrest National Park
    3 min drive
  • Inn Mahogany Creek
    4 min drive
  • Midland Station
    19 min drive
  • Perth, WA (PER)
    30 min drive

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Perth

With a stay at this villa in Perth (Hovea), you'll be a 3-minute drive from John Forrest National Park and 6 minutes from Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead. .This villa is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Strettle Road Reserve and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Beelu National Park.
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What's nearby

  • John Forrest National Park - 3 min drive
  • Red Hill Auditorium - 15 min drive
  • Mundaring Weir - 16 min drive
  • Sandalford Winery - 17 min drive
  • Crown Perth - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Midland Station - 19 min drive
  • Perth Airport (PER) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Parkerville Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Glen Forrest Bakery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans

🐾 A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Retreat for Hoomans!🐾
At Mountolive Studio, we’ve crafted a unique experience for you and your furry friends, just 30 minutes from Perth CBD—no flights needed! Every moment here is a chance to create cherished memories.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
1. Four Private Trails
Secret Pathways: Explore dappled sunlight, rustling leaves, and glimpses of wildlife. Whether you stroll leisurely or hike invigorating trails, your dog will lead the way. 🌿🐕
2. Winter Water Escapes
Natural Pools, Dam, and Creek: Dip toes (and paws!) into cool water. Listen to the creek’s gentle babble. It’s a serene winter escape shared only with nature. ❄️🌊
3. Award-Winning Swimming Pool
Memory-Making Oasis: Dive in together, play fetch, or float under the sky. Our dog-friendly pool is more than water—it’s where memories unfold. 🏊‍♂️🐶
4. Exquisitely Landscaped Gardens and Rock Walks
🌸 Canine Oasis: Amidst our meticulously landscaped gardens and charming rock walls, your furry companions can explore blooms and lush greenery. 🌸🐾🌸🐾
5. Tennis and Basketball Court
Friendly Matches: Imagine tennis and basketball amidst natural beauty. Your dog might even become the official ball retriever! 🎾🏀
6. Dog Enclosure
Tail-Wagging Luxury: Our four-legged guests find magic here. The secure BBQ and Palm Courtyard area meet wagging tails. Attached is a large enclosure of over 800m² for your dogs’ freedom. 🐾🏡🌭🛁

Feel free to explore and create beautiful memories with your furry companions! It’s not just a property; it’s an invitation to be part of something timeless. 🌟🐾

Free Wine and Beer on arrival: We’d love to know your wine preference—red, rosé, or white. Cheers! 🍷🥂
Free Drink tickets: Feel free to use our complimentary drink tickets at Parkerville Tavern, where the dog-friendly front veranda awaits. It’s just a quick 5-minute drive from Mountolive Studio 🍷🥂
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Junko Nishinome

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 10 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
10 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number STRA60713EHFV2AF

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Mountolive Studio dog friendly　
Mountolive Studio Dog Friendly Dogs are welcome inside off leash
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A Paradise for Dogs and a Magical Place for Humans Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C., Perth

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Staycation
We absolutely loved every second of our stay at Mount Olive Studio. The studio was the cutest and cosiest base camp for our exploration around the surrounding bush land, tracks and pubs. The fact that it is dog friendly make it all the more better. Junko was fantastic to deal with and we are so grateful for her and her partner sharing their beautiful space. Can’t wait to be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zsuzsanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little gem 💎 up in the hills
Peaceful beautiful place, we enjoyed our little holiday, friendly welcoming family Perfect for dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric Yu chin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very quiet and peaceful!very clean and very unique house
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will definitely be going back there!
We loved it there an so did our 2 fur babies, theres a lot of wildlife around the plc, we had possums checking us out an coming to the back door, we also had kangaroos hanging around to which was great, and waking up to kookaburras laughing 🙂 couldn't ask for anything better 👍🏼
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lacey Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Incredible surroundings, accomodation is stunning and has everything you need and more. Definately coming back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Beautiful
Everything you could need for a perfect holiday. Dog exercise area attached to Studio, most comfortable bed ever, full kitchen. We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marg O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful bush land stay
Peaceful and restful. Studio is beautifully appointed. Complete with pool, walks and wildlife. Lovely space to relax. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning private retreat
This was a stunning space, with very high attention to detail. Everything you and your pup could need. Had a wonderful sleep in a beautiful bed and wander around the property with my young dog in the morning. Keen to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belischka H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the perfect little getaway with our fur babies
The property host was fantastic, the holiday home was perfect for a little getaway. Location was close to everything needed and so many beautiful bush walks to take the dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a cosy retreat
We loved staying at the studio. The owners were in regular contact and enjoyed it even more having our fur babies with us ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francois S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfull Stay
Great time, wonderful location and very scenic. Fantastic holiday for your dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gracie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Peaceful and relaxing for a short time away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pauline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Pictures don’t do this little gem justice. The cute studio had everything very thoughtfuly provided for both us and our 2 furbabies. Such a beautiful property to wander through and the dogs had an amazing time exploring. Very friendly and helpful hosts- we will definitely return 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., Perth, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great surrounds and a very peaceful hideaway
Great surrounds and a very peaceful hideaway. Perfect for pets and to get away from the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent escape in the bush
Mountolive studio was the perfect property for my husband, dog and I who were looking for a relaxing escape to the bush. The property was bigger than I imagined, with so many walking trails for us and our dog to explore, we didn’t even need to leave to go for a walk. We felt very far away from busy city life. The bathroom being out of the main studio and the sound of animals just outside at night took some getting used to, but also added to the being in the bush experience. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting an escape from their busy day-to-day lives.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat!
We took our kids and our dog and had a fantastic little staycay. It was 100% perfect and we will be back again for sure!

8/10 Good

Nicole L., Perth

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for fur babies 👍
Love this property, such a good place for my Labrador. He can roam safely around the large compound. Peaceful and comfortable stay. Recommended if you have fur babies and want to let them roam safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Generous and beautiful
I am so glad we found Junko and Frank's special place. The rammed earth, timber & glass reaching up to the trees around make the studio feel like part of the natural landscape. We were happy to find bubbles & beer in the fridge, lovely linen, a very fine bed and places for daydreaming . Birds galore. Frogs in a pond. The most wonderful swimming pool ever. Such a kind place to retreat to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom b., Perth

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect get away
Good communication in the lead up to my stay, the property exceeded expectations, the location is insane and I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021