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Jilba Cottage

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A garden pathway with a metal archway covered in flowering plants.
A single bed with a metal frame, a wooden headboard, and a patterned bedspread. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a door to the right.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
A building with a white roof and beige awning, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
A kitchen with a gas stove, oven, sink, and window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Porongurup National Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Porongurup, WA
  • Place, Porongurup National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stirling Range National Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Middleton Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, WA (ALH)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Porongurup

Located in Porongurup, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ironwood Estate Wines and Plantagenet Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chillinup Nature Reserve and Porongurup National Park.
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Porongurup, WA

What's nearby

  • Porongurup National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stirling Range National Park - 31 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Middleton Beach - 42 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 43 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Torndirrup National Park - 49 min drive - 60.3 km

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Xabregas Wines
  • ‪Porongurup Shop, Tearoom & Village Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Porongurup Inn, Shop & Tearooms - ‬14 min drive
  • Karri On Bar

Frequently asked questions

Is Jilba Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jilba Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Jilba Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jilba Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jilba Cottage located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Granite Skywalk and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Ironwood Estate Wines. Chillinup Nature Reserve and Billaboya Reserve are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at Jilba cottege. It is so centrally located to see Albany, the Porongurups and the Stirling Ranges, plus all of the wineries around. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 12 Oct, 2026
Thanks Monica , so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect! Nestled against the foot of the Porongorups, we felt nestled into the woods while the sundeck to the front looks out to the horizon full or the best of the Great Southern. The cottage was spotless! Warm and spacious for when it rained, and the hosts were inviting to explore the gardens and farm when it fines up. Highly recommended! We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2026
We are so glad you and the girls enjoyed your stay. I hear they had lots of questions about the cows ! Thanks for leaving everything so clean and tidy , we would love to have you back !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable and relaxing stay at Jilba Cottage over the long weekend. The cottage was comfortable and spacious and had everything we needed. The checkin process was smooth and hosts were available to answer questions before and during the stay. The continental breakfast and eggs on the first morning was yum! Jilba cottage is a great base to explore the Porongarups and Stirling Ranges, and only 30 minutes from Mount Barker and Albany allowing lots of opportunities for hikes and exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All the comforts of home, cosy,very clean and great scenic views
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views of National Park were Amazing. Jilba was a very Special Venue, Rustic. Jo was generous with fresh bread, butter, milk and juice, yummy. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very nice and quiet place. Thanks for the fresh eggs and juice and milk. love the dog Ash.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect in everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jilba Cottage

Beautiful location and grounds, clean and well equipped accommodation, friendly host, and great fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2024
Thanks Larry, it was a pleasure to host you all
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thoroughly enjoyable

Only comment i have to say is that we throughly enjoyed our visit and would not hesitate to rebook for another relaxation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excuisite cottage in beautiful nature

We loved our stay in this luxurious and comfortable cottage that is flooded with light and surrounded by a beautiful garden full of birds. It's a real treasure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Cottage in a Quiet Rural Environment

The cottage is located close to the Porongurup National Park. It has a lovely terrace overlooking a garden with lots of birds. The house is tastefully furnished. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect location

Jilba cottage was very clean and comfortable in a great location with amazing views. The firepit was an added bonus. The fresh bread and eggs were a lovely surprise. Jo was a great host who very helpful and easy to communicate with. Many thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm and quiet

The cottage was comfortable and warm, with comfortable beds and a well appointed kitchen.The continental breakfast for the first morning was really appreciated. Our views from the verandah were amazing and we loved the fire pit! Thank you Jo and John.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay for whole family

Good spacious house area and thoroughly clean. Functional kitchen. Quiet and very nice area. 30 mins to Albany and near Stirling Ranges. Highly recommended....
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfectly positioned

Perfectly positioned between the National Parks and Albany. Welcoming hosts who went out of their way to allow my teens experience a glimpse of farm life. Nature was on your doorstep, view from the dining table was gorgeous, house was warm, clean and very comfortable. Numerous birds and kangaroos spotted. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Jilba Cottage. The rooms are clean and have everything you need. The fire pit looks amazing. We didn’t get to use it as the weather wasn’t in our favour but I can imagine great nights sitting around the fire. The view is amazing! The directions were clear and Jo was quick to answer all emails. If you’re looking for a quiet, back to nature stay this is a great option.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Paradise. Ticked every box. We’ve travelled the world & I think this is our favourite stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2022
Hi Keith and Sarah Thanks for the wonderful review. We think it is paradise as well. Enjoy the rest of your time in Australia Safe travels
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Jilba Cottage review

This house was a simple, clean and relaxing. We enjoyed our stay because of the nice views and the fresh farm food was a nice addition. The one thing we felt was missing was a Smart TV. There aren’t any shops nearby, but the location is very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at Jilba. Quiet, picturesque and relaxing, nestled in the Porongurup National Park. We bought some of their home-grown eggs and vegies too. Lovely hosts. Most memorable stay. Di & Ant. Perth
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace in the Porongerups.

The instructions for finding the property were easy to follow. The property has an excellent view. It is well equipped to deal with the cold weather we experienced with electric blankets and air conditioning. The kitchen is well equipped and ingredients for a delicious breakfast were provided. Also in a good location to access the local walks and climbs. A really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant!

The property is a dream - backed right up against the national park, you can see Castle Rock Skywalk on the ridge line! Our boys, both under 10, loved exploring the farm, which has magnificent views all the way to the Albany coast line. Magic sunsets on offer every night from the expansive second storey balcony. Equally close to Mt Barker, Albany, and Bluff Knoll, we really appreciated how central the property was. We really didn’t need to bring anything other than clothes and food - bedding was really comfortable (electric blankets). Although asked to be careful with water usage, showers were always hot with great pressure - so good after hiking around all day! Jo and John put together a continental breakfast for us for the first morning, which was not expected - thank you. We ended up buying some produce before leaving, honey from their hives, garlic, Kalamata olives, chard, tomato sauce and apple cucumbers! Couldn’t fault our stay! Fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time away with our friends as the area is wonderful however property and its conditions were not as expected Furniture is dated and wobbly, floors were dirty - we found rubbish underneath the lounges and possibly there was something unpleasant or dead underneath the fridge as smell was pretty potent. Bathroom had black mould all over tiles. We were advised to only bring our personal shampoo and soap and usually at properties you are supplied with day to day necessities however there was no dishwashing liquid, tissue box had one tissue left, 2 toilet rolls for 4 adults for 2 days, no dry wood in the middle of winter even though there is undercover area on the bottom of the house and the wood hut near by. In earlt morning and throughout the night we could hear activities below us, either machines for the farm or people were moving around. This is never allowed, privacy shoukd be at 100% and people should be left to relax and enjoy their stay. We travelled a lot and stayed at many properties and as a vacamtion property this one didnt have required cleanliness and necessities available for a comfortable stay. Definitely can do with a lot of improvement and spending some time cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pastoral location, friendly hosts, electric blanket was great during the cold snap we had
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful stunning little Paradise

Jilba lodge ist for people who want to be in a absolutely peaceful surrounding with a great view and a seat under the stars on the veranda. Enjoy the fresh avos and olives from the friendly hosts from their own garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet with a lovely view.

A wonderful getaway with all the comfort of home, and reasonably close to the iconic landscapes of Porongurups and the Stirling ranges.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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