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Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!

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Gairdner Cottage facade...street view from the big peppie tree on the verge
Open plan living/dining
Fully equipped laundry
Dining...which now leads to a nice new, sunny deck north facing deck
Fully equipped kitchen (though without a dashwasher)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Spencer Park, WA
  • Middleton Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Albany Entertainment Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Town Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Albany, WA (ALH)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!

Enjoy a unique experience in this funky pad with EV charger for guests on a residential lot close to CBD and the medical hub of Albany.

Despite being diminutive, Gairdner Cottage is fully equipped, has a lusciously comfortable queen bed, a north facing deck with semi-rural view off open plan living/dining, and a fully enclosed rear yard.

Here you can cosy down and sleep well while enjoying privacy of your own space and having your dog with you while you are away.

Further afield, gorgeous coastal scenery, inland mountain ranges, bush and beach walks will refresh and inspire you.

Suitable for couples or single person only.

Property manager

Annie Brandenburg
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STRA6330ZLFAFLC1

About the area

Albany

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Spencer Park, a neighbourhood in Albany. Old Farm on Strawberry Hill and Patrick Taylor Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Western Australian Museum and Brig Amity Replica.
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Spencer Park, WA

What's nearby

  • Albany Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Middleton Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Brig Amity Replica - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Town Centre - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joop Thai Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Espresso One - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jaffa Java - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! located?

Located in Spencer Park, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Old Farm on Strawberry Hill, Lake Seppings and Mount Clarence Circuit Trail Trailhead. Desert Mounted Corps Memorial and Town Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gairdner Cottage
A very comfortale stay, close to the centre of town as well as Middleton Beach. Quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The break we needed
We needed a break and Gairdner Cottage was just what we needed. Close enough to food, walks, shops and tourist sites to make it easy to be out and about, but with a comfy bed, a patio with a view, lovely garden and an ever-changing play of birds, butterflies and dragonflies to make staying in delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect and very clean for a couple and a small dog!
I loved how clean it was! Aesthetically pleasing, comfortable with all the amenities! The back yard was pretty and perfect for our little dog Chester to run and snuffle around in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fantastic little cottage
Loved staying here. Basic and homely. Dog friendly and fenced well. Great management. Very clean. A little local noise in the neighbourhood but safe and tucked away. Great views from a gorgeous deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and convenient
Perfect location for our overseas visit with family. Nice to have washer/dryer on-site which made packing for trip so much easier.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed
I enjoyed the relaxed stay. Sitting on the back veranda with a cuppa each morning was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a lovely little town
We really enjoyed our stay at Gairdner Cottage. It was a perfect short stop for us on our long road trip from Alice Springs to Perth. We felt really at home, especially having our furbabies with us. The house was well equipped, clean with a comfortable bed. We really enjoyed exploring Albany and hope to come back for a longer stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini holiday was great
Really enjoyed our stay. Accommodation was great. Loved being able to sit outside on the deck. Loved being able to have my dogs sit outside with me. Great place for sure will be back 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
catch up with friends
handy position good for dog
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a simple get away
A small but well-prepared house. Includes all the facilities one could realistically want. Owners were extremely helpful. We will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Pauline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and extremely comfortable bed
For just me and my little dog it was perfect. Very clean. The mattress was so comfortable I took a photograph of the make and brand and ordered one as soon as I hit home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Erryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Annie Brandenburg

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Languages:

English, German, Dutch

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests