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'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Greens Creek, Gympie, QLD
  • St. Patrick's Church
    7 min drive
  • Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum
    7 min drive
  • Goomboorian National Park
    9 min drive
  • Noosa, QLD (NSA)
    57 min drive

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About the area

Greens Creek

Located in Greens Creek, this cottage is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of St. Patrick's Church and Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum. .This cottage is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Goomboorian National Park.
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What's nearby

  • St. Patrick's Church - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Shiann Alpacas - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Hastings Street - 55 min drive - 67.5 km

Getting around

  • Gympie Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beefy's Pies - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 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.

'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...

Renovated historic Queensland C1898 Schoolhouse, open plan eclectic interior with its soaring windows and timber ceilings, the perfect enjoyable stay in a park like setting. Situated in the rolling hills of beautiful Greens Creek, it is just a few kilometres east of Gympie just off Tin Can Bay Road. The gateway road to Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island.

You can sit on the two wide schoolhouse timber verandas with a beverage as you choose and overlook the scenery and our wonderful birdlife.

The huge open spaced interior of the historic schoolhouse is decorated in an eclectic mix style. Framed by huge schoolhouse windows each end of the open space. Eclectic interior style for discerning guests overlayed by a beautiful Blackbutt polished timber floor.

A home away from home...furnished to make you feel at home and relaxed. Internet connection. TV and radio provided.

If you wish to have a hit of tennis on the rural unmarked court you are welcome. Racquets and balls are available...at no cost!

This is a self catering property.

The kitchenette is equipped with a stainless steel sink, bar type fridge, single plate convection cook top, electric kettle, electric frypan, toaster, microwave, all necessary pots/pans, bowls, cups, mugs, saucers, plates, cutlery and kitchen utensils.

Tea and instant coffee making supplies available at all times.

This is an older well maintained property which can get cold in winter like all Queenslander houses. Gympie can be down as low as 2 Celsius in winter. Bring warm clothes. Summer can be hot, up to 35 Celsius with cooler nights. We have ceiling fans for efficient reverse cycle heating and cooling. However, we have a complimentary wood fire for winter. And electric blankets. Apple TV installed on high definition 32" TV and associated add on programs, such as news channels, movies, NetFlix and Stan.

Ceiling fans.

External two burner 'Beef Eater' BBQ for your use.

Concrete or grass based hard stand for a car and trailer if required.
We know how much guests will love to remember their stay in the heritage schoolhouse, be it the feel of the softness of our towels or whatever supplied for you to use or the styling of the property.

The beds are top quality with mattress toppers, duvets, feather pillows and high grade white sheets and styling. Bed photos displayed soon as we are still setting up for opening.

Enjoy your stay!

As hosts, we live in the separate on site historic Queenslander, original C1892 Teacher's House on this acreage rural property. We are available to meet your needs as required from time to time. We are only a private distance away from your exquisite historic old schoolhouse abode and we are handy most of the time for any assistance, advice or questions from our guests.

We are situated about 5 km from Mary Street, Central Gympie shopping, not far off Tin Can Bay Road, the gateway to Rainbow Beach and the world heritage proclaimed Fraser Island.

We are on or close to nearby route roads for easy day trip sightseeing access to Tin Can Bay, Rainbow Beach and the coloured sands, Kin Kin, Pomona, Noosa and hinterland, Anamoor, Maleny, Monteville, Mapleton, Kilkivan, Maryborough and Kenilworth.

The Gympie Rattler vintage steam train ride to Anamoor is a short distance away in Gympie. With an antique barn shop opposite the fantastic restored Gympie Rattler Railway Station.

A few minutes by car to the new local 9 km Victory Heights Mountain Bike Trail Network.

NO PARTY EVENTS PERMITTED...
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Trish or Colin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 not allowed
Note from host: Strictly no pets...

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Stairs could be an issue with toddlers.

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
Note from host: Strictly no parties or events
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Owen T., yangebup

Liked: Cleanliness
Old school charm
This old school house has a lot of charm we enjoyed staying there ,colin and partner are great Hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary J B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fascinating and Rustic
We had a wonderful stay. The property was fun and interesting. Bathroom entry is accessed outside from the porch but clean. Heating is not straight forward.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHARMAINE W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family catch up.
It was home away from home.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paul M., Bundaberg Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Like a step back in time - yet modern facilities
The location was lovely, set in a rural area but less than 10 minutes to Gympie. Was well equipped for cooking, included 2 fridges. Property had large verandahs on the north and southern sides. Beds were separated by a partition, so limited privacy when sleeping. Our host was friendly and helpful. If you like the idea of a stay in a dwelling of more than a century in age, this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old School House
Really enjoyed our stay in this delightful , heritage style cottage. The eclectic furnishings enhanced the property’s ambience. The chocolate biscuits in the fridge were an extra delight😋 Colin was a very welcoming host who made us feel right at home! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Gympie weekend location
The old school house was the perfect spot for a weekend away. It has a very quirky old school charm and the fire was a perfect addition for the cooler weather. The house had everything you'd need and Colin was such a fantastic host. We really appreciated his warm hospitality! Local maps and things to do were a great help and Colin took the time to really make sure we knew the ins and outs of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing welcome break
This was a wonderful break with the kids. Plenty of space for everyone. So much to see and do at and in the property! Col was a lovely friendly host who made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful history
Beautiful 120+ year old building all needed modern comforts ,NBN for kids,comfy beds, great hosts just out of Gympie for easy shopping if you want to self cater. Kids loved opening the pivoting windows for airflow and supersoft couches.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

e m.

Liked: Cleanliness
relaxing, spacious, welcoming, cosy, interesting
Colin was a wonderful host to both adults and children. The school house is such a different place to stay: relaxing, spacious, welcoming, cosy; with interesting items on the walls, the tables, etc. Well equipped kitchen. Large verandah on both sides of the school house. Super comfy beds and pillows! Thank you Colin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful clean and quiet
Relaxing, clean and a beautiful place. I loved the history.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon M., Brisbane Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks Colin
Great position
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful unique property
A lovely place to stay. Colin was incredibly accommodating and the schoolhouse was cosy and had everything we needed for our stay. The furnishings and surrounds were unique and the beds were great we slept really well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zaw O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the school house
We are amazed with the collection of interior decorated artifacts, peaceful and relaxing surroundings. The school building itself was so beautiful and adding to that experience, the host Colin was so nice and very welcoming. We would highly recommend The School House stay to anyone looking for great getaway. Thank you for everything Colin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay with great hosts
We had a nice, relaxing break away in Colin and Trish's beautifully renovated school house. They were very welcoming and the house had everything we needed and lots more. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent hosts and a very interesting place to stay. Conversation starters everywhere you look! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We didn’t want to leave.
We absolutely adored the old school house and didn’t want to leave. Such a special experience. Collin and Trish were wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome and like we were family. We look forward to returning again. 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Positive stay
Unique overnight stay. Very special features and warm, hospitality from owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

patricia n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful with appreciating history.
Collin and Trish, were absolutely wonderful. Lovely hosts, beautiful property, and the best hospitality one could ask for. I highly recomend this accommodation to anyone who is needing a peaceful, quiet, relaxing weekend, and if you appreciate history then this is the ideal place for you. Thank you Collin and Trish for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tookie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host. A+++++
Great people. Very helpful and friendly. Thanks for having us.

10/10 Excellent

Hetty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in the Old Schoolhouse
We were with 2 couples staying in the Schoolhouse for 3 nights. Trish & Colin are very attentive hosts, they go out of their way to make you feel welcome. There is plenty of information in the Schoolhouse about the history, but also a lot of info about all the touristy things to do and see. You can hang out on the verandahs on either side of the house or inside, where the airconditioning and the ceiling fans take proper care of the heat. The kitchen is small, but everything you could possibly want is there. Fresh fruit and eggs were waiting for us and were greatly appreciated. The bedrooms might lack a bit of privacy (all open plan with a low divider between the bedrooms, but open towards the lounge), but the beds were very comfortable. The bathroom is accessed from the verandah, which at night might be a bit cumbersome, but plenty of lighting is available. All in all we had a very nice stay and can recommend the property to anyone who is not looking for a standard motel/hotelroom, but looking for local and historical atmosphere.