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Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway

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A two-story house with a wooden staircase leading to a balcony.
Two dogs running on a grassy field with trees in the background.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to an upper floor.
A room with a wooden dining table and chairs, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.
A living room with a dark grey sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and DVDs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Nestled in the village, this 3-bedroom cottage accommodates 8 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It offers a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy nearby fishing and skiing opportunities. The property is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring your furry friends along. Explore attractions like Somerset Dam and O'sheas Crossing Park during your stay.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Somerset Dam
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Somerset Dam, QLD
  • Place, Somerset Dam
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, D'Aguilar National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Wivenhoe Dam
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway

Cosy "Gingerbread Cottage", minutes from Somerset Dam - Dogs welcome!

Fabulous holiday house nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in the historic village of Somerset Dam. Ideal for the family or a bunch of friends wanting to escape and enjoy the peaceful setting that Gingerbread Cottage has to offer.

Downstairs has a hotel style queen sized master attached to the shared colonial style bathroom. Comfortable cosy lounge area with widescreen TV and a selection of DVD's to enjoy. Roomy fully equipped kitchen hosting a fridge/freezer with ice and water, upright cooker, indoor dining area and a hideaway laundry. Downstairs is also air-conditioned and has ceiling fans. The back deck offers a great place to have morning coffee while overlooking the back yard and treed hillside. Expect a visit from the wild but friendly King Parrots. At night it's a great place to enjoy a BBQ and entertain.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms, with ceiling fans and air conditioners, one with a queen size bed and another with two king single beds. Both rooms have an additional trundle bed to comfortably sleep three. A bathroom completes upstairs.

Gingerbread Cottage is minutes from Lake Somerset. The lake is ideal for BBQ's, boating, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, jet skiing, sailing, water skiing, swimming and walking.

To the north of Somerset is Kilcoy, a quiet rural town where you will find the legendary statue of the Yowie. The drive from Kilcoy to Esk takes you around the foreshores of Lake Somerset where there is a wonderland of hidden valets, bushland and quiet rivers. To the south of Somerset is the historic township of Esk. Nestled beneath the magnificent Glen Rock, Esk is a beautifully kept town with a range of cafe's, gift and antique stores and sites to explore.

Pets are welcome at our property. If you would like to bring you pet into the house, prior arrangement must be made or damage deposit may be forfeited.
Please clean up after your pet, failure to do so will result in the damage deposit being forfeited.

Strictly no parties or load music past 10;30 pm.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

Pets welcome. Please clean up after your pets.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Strictly no smoking within the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9227515
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 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

Somerset Dam

Somerset Dam is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Deer Reserve National Park and Hollow Log Nature Refuge, while Somerset Regional Art Gallery – The Condensery and Alexandra Hall are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like skiing.
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Somerset Dam, QLD

What's nearby

  • Somerset Dam - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • D'Aguilar National Park - 27 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Hamon Cove Day Use Area - 37 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Wivenhoe Dam - 39 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Conondale National Park - 55 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 99 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gingerbread Cottage - Quiet Getaway located?

Situated in Somerset Dam, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Deer Reserve National Park and Somerset Dam. O'sheas Crossing Park and Hollow Log Nature Refuge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 128 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Thankyou so much, would love to come back and utilise the fireplace next time .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Clean and confortable, great weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay, thank you! It was perfect for what we needed and wish we were staying longer than a night to really enjoy the space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic getaway with family. We loved the serenity of sitting on the patio and listening to the birds. The beds were comfortable and the fireplace was a hit. Thank you to the hosts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely family retreat. Basic but comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Lovely location and cute cottage with lots of space. The single bed I slept in was comfy. Everything looked clean despite the age. But a few things were of concern, namely rickety balustrade on the stairs, cockroaches (!) in the evening that were a total turn off, especially after finding one crawling inside the tea jar. The light was not working in the upstairs bathroom so that mostly precluded its use at night, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and good size home and rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location. Found cockroaches in the kitchen.It would be nice to have tea and coffee provided (there was a very old 1/2 jar of instant coffee in the pantry that had solidified). The decking out front and back could be reinforced or replaced for safety issues.The TV difficult to use (no instructions) and there was a cable not connected.There were 2 conditioners bottles in main bathroom (no shampoo). The place needed a good clean.Emptied all bins as requested and put in wheelie bin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice n clean house and managed. One thing that was issue was the top floor bathroom where light was not working. Pls ensure lights are working before guests check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and being the boat to enjoy the Dam - thank you Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Sadly i cant report a great experience. House was good but lots of maintenance issues.Air con not working downstairsUpstairs bedroom aircon unable to be plugged into powerTap to shower fell off - I fixedLights not working in upstairs showerBedside light unoperationalLawn not mowedFireplace but no wood - I left supplies for next personOwner not interested in communicating effectively
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
A nice clean area outside on the deck with a good outdoor table and chairs were very much missed.Coffee jar had solid coffee in it like a wet spoon was put in. No instructions left for tv workings. No wood for fire it was cold and air conditioning not working properly. Advertisement says ginger bread cottage no signs saying this did not look or feel like a ginger bread cottage maybe a bit more care and love. Lawn not mowed front and front steps needed a blow down. Dryer left full of towels and sheets. Disappointed with the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely home- and bigger than we expected. Clean and tidy!Can’t wait to come back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Stayed here twice now awesome all round
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay! Spacious and comfortable space and the beds were really comfortable. Everything well appointed and great for a family stay. Definitely keen to come back. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Nice place to stay, very well suited to a family with a dog, gates on all stairs which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay

Lovely house and perfect location to enjoy Somerset Dam.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

One night only suited us for what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday

Great family holiday, good location , we be back
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property with everything required to have an enjoyable relaxing stay. All mod cons provided. This was the fourth different house that I have booked at Somerset, highly recommend great value for
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second time staying, great getaway

Great getaway from Brisbane. Big house, clean, everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, and the cottage was perfectly positioned for us to attend a wedding at Coronation Hall. Very comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very good communication totally enjoyed our stay

It was great that we could have our Dog with us, made the holiday special.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family holiday

Beautiful house,loved coming back,great set up for families with little kids and dog families, definitely will recommend and looking forward to our next holiday there,eazy communication with host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

Lovely comfortable home. Would be nice to have wood provided for the fire.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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