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

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Maleny, QLD
  • Place, Maleny Dairies
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Australia Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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 patio.
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What's nearby

  • Maleny Dairies - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Australia Zoo - 18 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 40 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 41 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Maleny Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brouhaha Brewery and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finbars - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sarah's Unplugged - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mountain View Café - ‬9 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.

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 a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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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
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

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

Will I be able to park at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cottage, and some feature lake view.

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

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

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

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

Yes, every cottage at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with plenty of room for our family. Close to shops in Maleny and also to the huge number of tourist destinstions.Friendly and communicative host with nice touches like fresh flowers and local honey.Some board games for family play and easy to explore Obi Obi creek.Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tricia

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage close to town

Very well kept and equipped little cottage close to the brewery and everything else .The big backyard gives it the feeling of being hidden away . The main road is a little busy during the day ; you don’t hear it at all in the evening or at night .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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