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Rose Cottage Ballandean

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A house with a blue roof, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A yellow house with a wooden fence, a stone staircase, and a chair outside.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A small house with a brick chimney, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A grassy field with three kangaroos.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Girraween National Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Ballandean, QLD
  • Place, Washpool Farm Soaperie
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Girraween National Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Granite Belt
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rose Cottage Ballandean

Our Rose cottage is set on 6.5 acres of rustic bush charm located in the heart of Granite Belt wine country. The cottage provides a serene and comfortable base from which you can experience the beautiful and fascinating Granite Belt.

The cottage is studio style. Lay in bed and enjoy the warmth of the original open wood burning fireplace.

This charming cottage sleeps two (2) with a comfortable queen size bed and en-suite bathroom.

The kitchenette provides all you'll need to whip up something special for your loved one.
At the end of the day watch the sun go down while relaxing on the front veranda or , curl up in front of the fireplace with a bottle of one of the regions splendid wines.

There are approximately 15 wineries within a 10 min drive from the Rose Cottage including Dear Vincent wines (right across the road!), Tobin Wines, Ballandean Estate, Golden Grove and Symphony Hill just to name a few. All wine tours will pick you up and drop you off at our accommodation.

Girraween National Park and Sundown National Park are close by. Storm King Dam is only a 8 min drive away. Why not bring your boat and go fishing in the Dam?

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
You can bring your own Portacot
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9007783
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ballandean

Located in Ballandean, this cottage is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Wallangarra Railway Museum and Stanthorpe Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Aventine Wines and Tobin Wines. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Ballandean, QLD

What's nearby

  • Washpool Farm Soaperie - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Girraween National Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ballandean Estate Wines - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Granite Belt - 17 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Bald Rock National Park - 39 min drive - 63.0 km

Getting around

  • Wallangarra Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballandean Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hidden Creek Winery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carriage Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barrel Room Cafe & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪St. Judes - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rose Cottage Ballandean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rose Cottage Ballandean?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rose Cottage Ballandean?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rose Cottage Ballandean?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rose Cottage Ballandean located?

Situated in Ballandean, this golf cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Washpool Farm Soaperie and Girraween National Park. Aventine Wines and Tobin Wines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy couple

Very nice little cottage, would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2022
Thank you Trent! We would love to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific , James and Mary-Ann made sure everything was provided. Even went out of their way to help

Very comfortable cottage. Good location for looking at area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2022
Hi John Thanks for staying at Rose Cottage Ballandean Hope you Enjoyed Girraween National Park and many award winning wineries Regards Mary-Ann
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Rose cottage is great. It has everything you need for a very comfortable stay.The cottage is in a great location if you would like to hike Girraween national park.The pub serves good food and the wineries are even better.It's the perfect place for a couple of sneaky days away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiera S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

James was very great at communicating and made the process so easy. The house was clean and a great little place to get away! Bonus that it was only a 2 min walk to the pub! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for booking the Rose Cottage at Ballandean Your welcome back at any time James & Mary-Ann
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Handy Retreat

We enjoyed 2 nights in the cottage which was close to many places of interest. The cottage was simple but very accomodating.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the comments Chris your welcome back at any time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faye H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely little cottage

Everything we required was on hand. It was a very comfortable stay and a perfect spot to visit wineries and the Girrawean National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review Faye! We hope to see you again soon. Warm regards, Kirsten & Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest and Relaxation

This stay in Stanthorpe was for our 44th Wedding Anniversary. Rose Cottage was the perfect spot for us to take time out. It was nice and quiet and was not far from Ballandean Winery where we spent the Saturday at the Vinewayd Party. All our favourite places were not too far away. Thank you to our hosts for providing such a lovely little cottage. We will be back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeannine R.

Cosy and comfortable. Lots if firewood.

Fantastic for the price. Great fire. Loved watching the sunsets. Would not recommend pub to eat. Overpriced and took a hour to get our lunch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the review Sorry we have no control over the Pub
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Susan B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Our stay was very disappointing. The photos have been heavily enhanced with lots of extra lighting. The lighting itself in the cottage is very poor. The shower wasn't clean, and the smell of the oil diffuser (personal thing I know) was rank. Coffee and tea products poor and the freezer in the bar fridge was so iced up we couldn't put anything in it let alone make ice cubes. No tissues no flowers like in the photos. For the price paid I am very disappointed, and will not return. FYI I have never given a review like this ever before. Sue B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Dear Sue, Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing to stay with us. We genuinely regret that your experience did not meet expectations. Our listing photos are professionally taken and enhanced with extra lighting to showcase the cottage, but we understand that real-life appearances may vary, especially following our recent refresh. Minor differences can occur depending on the timing and season. We appreciate your comments regarding the lighting, freezer, and missing tissues, and will keep these in mind for future improvements. In regards to cleanliness, please note that the bathroom was inspected prior to your check-in. However, as cleanliness is our top priority, we will review our practices to ensure our standards are always upheld. With respect to the reed diffuser, this is sourced from a local business to support our community, but we would have happily removed it for you had we known it was not to your taste. It surprises us that these concerns weren't raised during your stay, as we aim to resolve any issues promptly. Regarding amenities, we provide basic tea and coffee as described in our listing, and we apologise if this did not meet your preferences. Thank you again for your feedback. We value your insights and remain committed to enhancing our guest experience. Regards, Kirsten & Mark
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kylie O.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not secluded at all

Sadly it was a really disappointing stay. It’s right next to a house and a stack of yurts. We had two families with young kids staying in the house who chose to run around our cottage at night and early in the mornings. It didn’t feel private at all like the pictures suggested. Inside the bed is a Queen not a King as listed. The inside is old and outdated and very basic. The sliding door to the outdoors barely opened and closed. The tiny bar fridge froze everything in it. You can see the New England Highway from the cottage and hear the traffic. It was overpriced for what it is and I was so disappointed that this is what I chose for our romantic getaway. Please add more realistic pictures so people who are booking know exactly what they’re booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2022
Hi Kylie We are really sorry you had such a disappointing stay with us. Please know that we have only recently purchased the property and are working on a number of improvements and upgrades. Most of which you have mentioned. Sadly this takes time and I'm sorry they weren't done prior to your stay. Thank you again for your feedback. Kind regards, Kirsten
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaunaugh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ballendean Getaway - Rose Cottage

This is at least our third stay at Rose Cottage. Very comfortable, clean and just right for a couple. Close to wineries, attractions etc. Easy walk to the Tavern for an evening drink too. The countryside looks lovely after the rain. The gardens around the cottage are delightful. Recommend for a couple having a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm & comfortable

Lovely property in a convenient location for Girraween & Stanthorpe.. Well equipped, beautifully presented
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ballandean Getaway

My parents enjoyed their stay at Rose Cottage. Location was fantastic and the property was everything they needed for their weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2021
Hi Aimee Thanks for booking with us in Rose Cottage Ballandean Regards Mary-Ann
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

klaus g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

To reset and rethink

Nice well presented cottage
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2020
Klaus thanks for staying at Rose Cottage Ballandean Mary-Ann & James
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place to stay

This is our third time staying in the Rose Cottage. Lovely place especially in winter with the fireplace. Very comfortable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ballandean convenience

Rose Cottage has all that you need for a base to explore Stanthorpe and the granite belt region. It's in a good location a bit out of the hustle and bustle of Stanthorpe and has a well researched guide of attractions, a fireplace and equipped kitchen. There was a bit of a smell outside unfortunately linked to the tanks possibly. The place was very clean and well kept.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Roses

Cosy and very clean throughout. All amenities provided
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very central to everything

Very pleasant and well equiped.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Damien G.

We had a very relaxing stay which is just what we needed.

The cottage was well and very comfortable. We were supplied with plenty of information to help us plan our stay. We would definitely consider making a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loretta P.

We had a great time, thank you.

The cottage was peaceful and cosy, thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lesa S.

Nice little cabin

Lovely and clean. Very comfortable bed, well appointed little cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Gorgeous little cottage in wine country!

We stayed at James' Farmhouse/Rose Cottage for a weekend while celebrating our father's 80th birthday. It was the perfect setting and a weekend we are sure our Dad (and the family) will remember for a while to come. Our entire family came together from all over Brisbane for the weekend (17 people in total). This quaint little cottage was a godsend for our parents to retreat to leaving the rest of the family at the main house to continue with celebrations. The cottage is well kept, clean/tidy and a perfect size for 2 people. Not to mention the glorious views over the vineyards (across the road). Our only regret was not being able to stay longer............ Maybe next time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for booking the cottage and leaving it clean and tidy I can highly recommend you to any host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

This is a lovely cottage.

A great place to hide away especially in cold weather with the fire place. Close to lots of wineries. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danielle C.

We really enjoyed our stay In the rose cottage!

We will definitely be back! Super cute and cosy for a couple wanting to relax and drink wine by the fire at night. Having a stove was convenient, along with the electric blanket. Overall, it was a great experience and we really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for Staying at Rose Cottage your welcome back anytime
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marcus D.

Good cozy cottage.

Thought the place was great. Wood fire was perfect.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the comments Marcus much appreciated James & Mary-Ann

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