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Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Maleny, QLD
  • Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Maleny Dairies
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Maleny

This cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Maleny Dairies and Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Maleny Dairies - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Australia Zoo - 20 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk - 31 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 18 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brouhaha Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monica's Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Unplugged - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Maple 3 Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel

If you are wanting an experience more than just accommodation Duckbill’s is the place for you. BBQ outdoors and sit around the wood fire pit surrounded by rainforest trees alongside the Obi Obi creek. Or else take a flat, easy walk into town to many enjoy the Maple Street vibe with cafes, boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, wine bar and pubs.

Duckbill’s lies across the creek to the Maleny Showgrounds – close to skateboard ramp and the local swimming hole in the Obi Obi creek.

180-degree views of creek with rainforest trees, on the edge of the Obi Obi Creek which is home to Australia’s highest density of platypus. If you are lucky, you may even see them from the comfort of your bed in the early hours or on overcast days! Ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers to watch for platypus swim in the Obi Obi creek from the deck and the fruitbat migration at sunset and sunrise.

Enjoy the live music festivities at Maleny Lane on a Friday night, Sunday markets or events at Maleny showground. With the Brouhaha Brewery next door Duckbill’s is perfectly located for the best of both worlds weekend experience.

Long an eyesore and in poor condition, the owners have lovingly restored the cottage with reclaimed and recycled material to live the ethos of treading lightly in our beautiful environment.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

Property manager

Sally Petersen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number None

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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Maleny, close to Maleny Dairies, Gardners Falls, and Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. You'll also find Glasshouse Mountains National Park and Maleny Cheese within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast), which is about 18.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel.

Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan B., Thornlands

Liked: Cleanliness

Obi Obi creek

Excellent location walk to the shops and the brewery
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful location

Nice for a few days away.Comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan B., Thornlands

Liked: Cleanliness

Rain Forest

Neat and tidy Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kahu H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas K.

Nice stay, but a bit pricey

The cottage is situated close to the Obi Obi Creek and has beautiful views to a lush tropical garden and the creek. Is is in any case right next to the pretty busy main road. The cottage is nicely decorated, even though refurbishment was somewhat cheaply done and without too much (technical) expertise. So nice to look at but with some flaws here and there, including a slight smell of mold, a dishwasher that does not work well, a small bathroom, a difficult exit to enter the main street by car, etc. Communication with Sally and information provided was very good. And also very kind that she provided us with wine and sparkling, cheese crackers, tea and coffee, very thoughtful. Overall a nice place to stay, a kind host and just a short stroll into town, which is great, but rather pricey for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024