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.
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Property # 7654071
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Greens Creek
Located in Greens Creek, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Goomboorian National Park and Woondum National Park, while Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum and Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
Goomboorian National Park - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
Cooloola Coast Kart Club - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Gympie Station - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Mt Pleasant Hotel - 6 min drive
Hungry Jack's - 9 min drive
Guzman Y Gomez - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Sunshine On Mary - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... on 10 May, 2026 start from S$161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum, St. Patrick's Church and Goomboorian National Park. Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum and Woodworks Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Could‘ g have asked for a more pleasant stay or location.
Craig S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thanks Craig for you business and we are glad you had a nice experience staying at our old schoolhouse. You are welcome at any time in the future. Sorry we missed you both before you checked out.
Colin is a helpful and wonderful host.The accomodation is spacious , roomy can stretch out. There is everything you need there for your stay.
Charmaine W.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2025
Thank you Charmain, you ànd your family are welcome at any time in the future! We are happy you enjoyed you stay with us! You are all the perfect Stayz/VRBO guests! Thank for booking with us again!
Perfect place to stay and explore the Gympie area Come home each night and enjoy the cozy combustion fire An exceptional host in Colin and would highly recommend to anyone visiting this area
It's not often you get to sleep in what was once a one-teacher school -- if you listen carefully enough, you can hear a room full of both stern and cheerful voices echoing down the decades, all the way back to the late 1800s... Colin's done a masterful job transforming this space into a uniquely relaxing abode, where you can enjoy a tranquil setting yet know that you're only 15 mins from Gympie. Some guests might be slightly concerned that they need to exit onto the outdoor veranda to get to the bathroom and shower, but to me that only added to the old-world charm and authenticity of this special abode. Highly recommended, whether for singles, couples, families of 3-4, or small groups needing space for group discussion and reflection.
Michael W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your business Michael, I appreciate your review and that is exactly the explanation of what I am trying to deliver here in our 'old schoolhouse' for a wonderful guest experience in old world charm and innate history. I am so happy that you enjoyed you stay! Please come again!
This property has a lot of history to it .Colin is absolutely a fabulous host , I rate this experience as 99.999 % out of 100If you want history and charm than this is the place.
Owen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Thanks for your appreciated business Owen and Bev,
it was my pleasure to host you both. Welcome back any time.
It was our pleasure to host you Charmaine and Sharron at our 'Old Schoolhouse', you were both Stayz perfect guests. Thank you for your business and you are both welcome back any time in the future...I hope your trip home was without a drama and was safe. I forgot to tell you my mother was a 'Wilson'. Good genes...Thanks for leaving our place spotless and clean. Cheers, Colin
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.
Nikki P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
You are welcome any time in the future Nikki. It was our pleasure to host you and your daughter.
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.
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.
We stayed here to experience something authenticly Australian - and to stay in an Old Schoolhouse was just the ticket!Our host, Colin, was very helpful, informative and was able to make us feel very much at home here.The Schoolhouse is full of character and well, but simply appointed ammenities.Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable.
Ingeborg d.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2025
Thanks Ingeborg and Cor for your stay with your family at our 'Old Schoolhouse' to give them as visiting Europeans an Australian experience. It was my pleasure to host you all. Thanks you for your business and I hope your trip to Fraser Island is all you expect...Cheers, Colin
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.
Mary J B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2024
Our 'Old Schoolhouse' heating when required, is operated by a standard hand held remote controlling the airconditioning unit. There is a log fire oven, fan driven, for those cooler sub tropical nights if required. The bathroom is accessed from the rear porch and is under the main building roof about 4 metres from the old schoolhouse back door, it is not outside the building envelope. Our 'Old Schoolhouse' is not 'Rustic', in as much that it is 125 years old, a historic building and built from machine finished dressed and clean painted timber both inside and out, with polished timber floors.
Well kept historic building with interesting artefacts throughout. Very clean, well presented with the owner taking great pride in its presentation. The owner was very friendly and helpful with an easy check in and out. To note, the building has large windows throughout and lots of light comes in early so a sleep mask would be advised if you want to sleep in.
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.
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.
Graeme J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2023
Thanks kindly Graeme and Marg for your stay at our Old Schoolhouse. I am so happy you both enjoyed your time with us! You left the property in a perfect and tidy condition. Thank you! Colin
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!
e m.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2022
Ellis and her two young girl children were the perfect guests. They were polite, affable and a lovely well mannered family group. They enjoyed their stay in the Old Schoolhouse and left it in a clean, neat and tidy condition. They are welcome back at any time in the future. Thanks kindly Ellis for your booking...
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.
Relaxing, clean and a beautiful place. I loved the history.
Roy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2022
Roy and his work colleague were fantastic first time guests over 4 nights. They left our 'Old Schoolhouse' in a clean tidy and neat condition. Welcome back any time. Thanks for booking with us Roy...come again!
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.
Zaw O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2021
Thank you Zaw, Gigi, Tomomi and Tao for your booking with us. You are all most welcome to stay with us again in the old schoolhouse. It was indeed a pleasure chatting with you all. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Cheers, Colin
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.
Adele B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2021
Thanks Adele for staying with us, you and your parents were the ideal HomeAway guests, and thanks you for leaving the schoolhouse impeccably clean and tidy. You and your folks are welcome anytime. Best of luck with your tree change.
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. 😁
Sarah S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2020
It was an absolute pleasure to have Sarah, her husband and their two children at our 'Old Schoolhouse' for a short holiday. A lovely caring family. Sarah's two delightful children were well mannered and polite. Sarah and her family left the property in pristine condition. We would welcome them back at any time in the future.
About the host
Hosted by Trish or Colin
Why they chose this property
This is a unique Queensland style heritage timber schoolhouse converted into a fabulous open space guest house...
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