Woodcutter's cottage - come to enjoy the bush, peace & quiet

ABOUT THE COTTAGE

WA STRA Registration # STRA6213TSCCECAY

This renovated timber cottage is an original mill cottage from the 1920's situated in the Dwellingup Heritage Precinct. It now has a modern kitchen, in addition to the original wood stove/oven, and a modern bathroom/laundry.

KITCHEN: There is a 6 seater dining table and chairs in the kitchen area. The kitchen is extremely well equipped including dishwasher, microwave, electric kettle, toaster, sandwich maker, Nepresso coffeee pod machine and a great selection of cooking utensils. The pantry contains bare essentials including tea, coffee, sugar, salt and pepper and oil. Please note that only a few coffee pods will be supplied to get you started. If you wish for an ongoing supply, BYO favourites.

BATHROOM / LAUNDRY: The large modern bathroom also houses the washing machine & dryer. Washing powder is provided. There is a 2nd toilet separate to the main bathroom.

LOUNGE: A wood- fired heater in the lounge area makes winter very cozy in addition to reverse cycle air conditioning for either cooling or heating. Seating comprises a 3 - 4 seater lounge and 2 single lounge chairs. Extra chairs from the kitchen or bedroom can be used if required. A TV and DVD player are available with a range of DVD's. There are some games available for use also.

BEDROOMS: Two bedrooms have queen size beds and the 3rd bedroom has 2 single beds. Bedroom 3 has its own cooling airconditioning unit and an oil heater for winter. The others have ducted reverse cycle airconditioning and ceiling fans and all bedroom windows are screened to allow opening without risk of flies or mosquitoes. Each QS room has a tall boy chest of drawers and back bedroom has a blanket storage box.
Bedrooms also have blackout curtains, &/or blinds.

BED LINEN, TOWELS and TEATOWELS are provided. Please note that as of winter 2025, (1st June until 31 Aug), we ask that, if able, guests please bring their own bath towels. This is to help reduce the extra time and cost of drying required during winter. If towels are provided during this time, there will be a charge of $5 per bath towel.

FRONT VERANDAH: From the north facing front verandah, you can sit and look across to a small area of virgin bush and watch and listen to the many birds (including splendid fairy wrens, robins, honeyeaters, kookaburras and many others) which visit the garden and surrounding area. It is the perfect spot to unwind and relax. Our 2 birdbaths in the front garden attract many birds who love to drink and bathe in the morning and later afternoon. Check out our photo gallery to see some wonderful photos of some of the birds that visit our yard. These were taken by one of our guests, Sheila R who visited in May 2024.

The property is fully enclosed and the back yard is fairly large, ideal for young children to run around in. The wooden shed in the backyard is available for storing bikes if required and is kept locked. A key for the padlock is on the key ring which you will have access to.

The cottage is 200 metres from the State forest where there are many walking trails and access to mountain bike riding tracks. It is approx. 5 mins walk to the centre of town.

Our cottage is only 10 minutes drive from Nanga Bush Camp at Lane Poole Reserve, which is popular for weddings. The Baden Powell area within Lane Poole Reserve has a terrific swimming area, also very suitable for kayaking /canoeing.

ABOUT THE TOWN
Dwellingup is a thriving timber mill town with a great community spirit, located approximately 75 mins from Perth city (~100km south east of Perth) and attracts many visitors interested in mountain bike riding, hiking and canoeing, as well as those interested in the art /craft scene. The Bibbulmum and Munda Biddi trails pass through Dwellingup. Lane Poole Reserve and the Murray River are only 8km away (10 minute drive from cottage) and is a popular swimming, paddling and canoeing area, with easy access into the water.

Dwellingup is now the home to many world class mountain bike trails, to suit all abilities. The Murry River trails were built in 2020, with more trails added since then around town.
Trees Adventures is also located in Lane Poole Reserve for those interested in ziplining.

There are also many designated 4x4 tracks nearby for the 4WD enthusiast.

Dwellingup has a range of cafes to suit all tastes, a restaurant and the Dwellingup Hotel (which is open every evening for meals and do takeaway pizzas).
The Wine Tree Cidery is located 1 km from town, and is definitely worth a visit for tastings of their cider, ginger beer and lemonade (in season), &/or lunch (open on weekends only). Bookings essential.
There is also a winery nearby (which opened in 2023), Redgum Wine Estate, which does delicious share plates as well as wine tasting from Thurs to Sundays.

Dwellingup has become an artisans destination with Lost Eden Creative Gallery, and several art and craft centres, silversmith and a gift shop. The local IGA has a good range of essential items and bake very nice bread rolls daily.

Forest Discovery Centre also has products from local artisans available for sale and there is a very interesting educational display and several short walking trails through the bush from the centre. Many varieties of wildflowers can be seen near the trails during the wildflower season.

Bike and canoe/kayak hire is available in town from Dwellingup Adventures.

There are 2 local orchards (Vergones' and Caraholly Orchard) which have fruit and vegetables for sale over weekends all year round, but Vergones' is also open during the week in summer.

The Hotham Valley Train runs from Dwellingup all year round on Sundays. The actual steam train runs only during the cooler months from May til October and a diesel engine runs the remainder of the year. Extra services run during school holidays.

Dwellingup has many regular events held during the year. The Woodchopping Fair is held annually in February. The Dwellingup 100 mountain bike race during August, attracts competitors from far and wide and the Enduro MTB event which commenced in 2021. There are also several running events which are popular.