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Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

Room options

About the neighborhood

Albany

Located in Spencer Park, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Old Farm on Strawberry Hill and Lake Seppings. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Town Hall - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Middleton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Town Centre - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a dryer, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Annie Brandenburg

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

Safety features

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

General

  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Property does not allow children
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number STRA6330ZLFAFLC1

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

18190

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Spencer Park, close to Town Hall, Middleton Beach, and Albany Entertainment Centre. You'll also find Brig Amity Replica and Emu Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Albany, WA (ALH), which is 8 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

Yes, every accommodation at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! comes with a deck.

Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

Reviews

8/10 Good

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness

catch up with friends

handy position good for dog
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Corrine E.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Erryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Pauline W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

All good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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