Welcome to Banksia Cottage. The perfect place to relax, refresh and revive!
Built in 1898, this romantic and enchanting two bedroom cottage, offers a combination of historic charm and heart warming character, while being perfectly complimented with all your modern day comforts.
Conveniently located on the city's doorstep in a quiet tree lined street adjacent to a large grassed playground, Banksia Cottage is within walking distance to the cafes, shops, pubs and CBD.
Featuring two bedrooms, open plan living, fireplace and a large well-equipped country kitchen, the cottage is fully self-contained and can accommodate 4 adult guests for 2 nights or longer.
The gorgeous front veranda provides a perfect spot to sit and take in the delightful garden while enjoying your complimentary refreshments. And if holidaying with your beloved pooch is on your wish list, then bring them along too (pets by approval and fee applies)! Only well behaved and quiet dogs need apply. Please review our pet friendly requirements below, prior to booking.
Banksia Cottage is available all year round for short term stays, be it for business or pleasure. Prices quoted are for rental of the entire cottage so guests can relax knowing they will have the uninterrupted privacy and freedom, essential for any romantic getaway or revitalising family stay. Due to the property's design and features, it is not suitable for children under 13 years of age.
Should you require more information or wish to view more guest testimonials please visit the Banksia Cottage website.
Only Guest’s within the Booking may access the Property and Visitors, small gatherings, parties and functions are strictly prohibited.
Before booking, we kindly ask that you take a moment to review our house rules and use the ‘Contact Host’ button if you have any questions at all. We’re always happy to help ensure our home is the right fit for your stay.
* We can occasionally offer one night bookings! Just send us a message via the link below to check availability.
Whats nearby:
* Nearest Cafe 700 metres * Toowoomba CBD (incl Myer, Coles, Cinemas) 900 metres * Gips Restaurant 950 metres * Laurel Bank Park 1.4 km * Queens Park 1.8 km * Fairholme College 3.5 km
We hope you can come and visit soon!!
**** Pet Friendly Requirements ****
1. All pets must be pre-approved. Please include information about your pet in your booking request, advising breed, age etc. There is a pet fee.
2. We accept dogs only (no cats). They must be over 12 months old and fully house trained to be allowed inside the cottage, as we have many costly rugs.
3. Pets are to be kept off all beds and furniture. Evidence of pets being on beds may impact the guests damage deposit.
4. Pets must never be left alone inside the cottage. We have a fabulous backyard you are welcome to utilise.
5. Due to our gardens and neighbours we are unable to accept dogs who bark and/or dig consistently. Well behaved dogs are welcome!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Children must be over 13 years old
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only. Fee applies. Please read restrictions.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside in the garden area
Only guests within the booking may access the property. Visitors are strictly prohibited. Children must be age 13y+. Minimum booking age is 25.
Dogs must be 12+ months and fully house trained to be allowed inside the cottage. Must never be left alone inside and kept off all beds and furniture.
Guests are responsible for any damage caused by themselves or their pets during their stay.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9132132
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Toowoomba
Located in Toowoomba, this cottage is in the city centre. Empire Theatre and Cobb & Co Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Central Shopping Centre and Westridge Shopping Centre. Queensland State Rose Garden and Henderson Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Grand Central Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Queens Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Laurel Bank Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Empire Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Cobb & Co Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Toowoomba Station - 13 min walk
Toowoomba, QLD (TWB) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
SUSHI MACHI - 15 min walk
Mouse Proof Brewery - 13 min walk
Bone Idol Bar - 16 min walk
Go Sushi - 16 min walk
The Spotted Cow - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Banksia Cottage Toowoomba - Pet Friendly Getaway pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Banksia Cottage Toowoomba - Pet Friendly Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Banksia Cottage Toowoomba - Pet Friendly Getaway?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Banksia Cottage Toowoomba - Pet Friendly Getaway?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Banksia Cottage Toowoomba - Pet Friendly Getaway located?
Located in the heart of Toowoomba, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Grand Central Shopping Centre, Laurel Bank Park and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. Queens Park and Empire Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km). Toowoomba Station is 13 minutes by foot.
About the host
Hosted by Ange & Jeff Aikman
Our passion is providing beautiful and boutique, self-contained accommodation. We love meeting new people and thoroughly enjoy sharing Banksia Cottage with the world!
We believe in providing our guests with uninterrupted privacy and freedom essential for any revitalising getaway. We want you to feel relaxed, as after all … you are on holiday. And if you need us we live very close by.
We hope you can come and visit soon!
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with Banksia Cottage the first time we walked through the door. A few weeks later, we were the proud new owners of a gorgeous and quaint, historic Cottage! The location is just perfect, positioned in a quiet tree-lined street, but only a 10 minute walk to the CBD, restaurants, parks and gardens!
What makes this property unique
We are Pet Friendly (dogs only)!! So if (like us) you enjoy travelling with your beloved four legged friend, then Banksia Cottage should be your next holiday destination (pets by approval). Banksia Cottage was built in 1898 and offers travellers an enchanting and romantic experience while being complimented with all your modern day requirements.