Bunbury, WA, Australia
Albert Road Cottage
50s cottage with original features & modcons in East Bunbury's historic precinct, one block from estuary. Two bedrooms with queen beds, sofa bed in sunroom & historic 1937 caravan sleeping 2. Fully equipped kitchen and towels & bedding provided. Close to town, estuary & walks. Off-street parking for 4 cars. Can fit trailers or park up YOUR caravan with hose & power lead. Bath, shower & toilet. Laundry service available. Caretaker on site.
Good to know
Experience a bygone era where domestic life was one of both calm and joyful class - the house represents the optimism of the post-war era. The original features and unique items in the house provide ambience, comfort and interest. The historic 1937 bondwood caravan was featured in WA author Tim Winton's Cloudstreet and is a gorgeous spot to sleep or chill with friends. It's set up with facilities to serve a drink or tea. The cottage and caravan are popular for parties, including for young teens, of up to 12 attendees. Please let me know if you wish to do this as extra facilities are provided at a reasonable price. The cottage kitchen is perfect for cooking and will meet all your needs. An oven, microwave, rice cooker and small size dishwasher, plus baking items, ensure that you can cook to your heart's contents. A coffee pod machine and milk frother are provided and salt, pepper, spices, oil etc and milk to cover you that first morning. An original Metters stove and large gas BBQ are provided outside, with an eating area and sofas to relax on the patio. Fill the cast iron bath in the garden to cool down. A laundry service is provided or access to an outdoors, shared laundry on prior request. There are books, board games and some toys for children. You could also loan the Stand Up Paddle board that can fit an adult and two children. Bikes are available for kids to ride. All bedrooms have wardrobe space. Pets are welcomed and accommodated by prior arrangement. We have provided doggie daycare for some working guests. Let me know your family or group details so I can ensure the house is set up perfectly for you. A caretaker is present in an annex with separate amenities. There are no shared areas, except for the laundry. Your absolute privacy is assured and your area is locked. Also consider looking at my Ocean Drive Home, my 70s inspired home that easily accommodates 8 with a large outdoor area. If you are staying more than a few days, a cleaner can do a refresh for a cleaning fee. Late and early check ins are also available. Please request either of these if required. The STRA registration number is STRA6230AF274WO3.
House Rules
Smoking only allowed outside.. Please discuss with me if you want to organise an event or party. Please only park in the driveway. It can fit 4 cars. There is additional parking at Stirling boat ramp is you have a larger number of guests coming to visit.
Other Details to Note
A cleaner can also be arranged to visit if you are staying more than a week and would like a refresh. A laundry service is available You can add more people for an additional price. Mattresses are available. Please ask if you have any other needs you would like provided for. Consider also booking Ocean Drive Home for a reduced rate, if you are a bigger party. Contact me directly.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Bicycle
- Garden or backyard
- Kayak
- Outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Bicycle
- Garden or backyard
- Kayak
- Outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
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- Bathtub
- Bidet
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
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- Shower gel
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Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
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- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Changing table
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Crib
- High chair
- Travel crib
Entertainment
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Record player
Services
- Breakfast Breakfast is provided
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
- Single level home No stairs in home
Location features
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- Lake access
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Luxury Amenities
- Outdoor fireplace
- Security system
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Albert Road Cottage is a block from the estuary and you can walk from Stirling Boat ramp through Queens Park into town. Walk along the estuary to come to the skatepark and free mini golf course etc. There is a 5km walk around estuary. Just follow the water till you are back at this point. The walk takes you through the most southern mangroves in the world. There's easy access to all of Bunbury's sights:including the Dolphin Discovery Centre, Bunbury Wildlife Park, Bunbury Farmers Market, Koombana Bay, Back Beach, Marlston Hill Lookout, Bunbury Lighthouse, Mangrove Boardwalk, Leschenault Inlet, Bunbury Regional Art Gallery, the CBD Mural Trail, Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre, Wyalup-Rocky Point, South West Sports Centre, Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre, HOYTS Cinemas, Boulters Heights, Maidens Reserve, Wardandi Boodja Sculpture, and St Patrick's Cathedral.
Guest Access
Original cottage and caravan with private verandah and enclosed lawned area. Owner or caretaker is in a side annex at the rear, however your house is completely private and there are no shared areas except the outside laundry. The laundry can be accessed by prior arrangement. Enter through the guest entrance to the left of the driveway.
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Find us
Bunbury city centre is an easy walk into town through Queens Gardens. Alternatively, TransBunbury runs bus route 827 which terminates in the centre of Bunbury, opposite Centrepoint Shopping Centre, In the opposite direction, it travels to and from the Bunbury passenger terminal (train stop). See the guidebook for more information.
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