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

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Spencer Park, WA
  • Middleton Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Albany Visitor Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Town Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Albany, WA (ALH)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Albany

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Spencer Park vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Farm on Strawberry Hill and Lake Seppings. Mount Clarence Circuit Trail Trailhead and Desert Mounted Corps Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Old Farm on Strawberry Hill - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Middleton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Albany Entertainment 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.

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STRA6330ZLFAFLC1

Property is also known as

18190

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! to the airport?

This vacation home is 8 mi (12-min drive) away from the Albany, WA (ALH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi (5-min drive) from Middleton Beach and 3.9 mi (7-min drive) from Emu Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! to downtown Albany?

This vacation home is 1.8 mi away from Albany.

Gairdner Cottage - something a bit different! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little spot

Really nice little spot for us and our old dog.Nice and quiet and a great view from the back verandah
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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