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Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups.

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A house with a stone staircase leading to the entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden floors, and a stone accent wall.
A dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a stained glass window above, and a view through the window.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, a sink, and a stove.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

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

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Booroobin, QLD

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

5 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups.

Sweetwater Cottage is a self-contained country house surrounded by sub-tropical rainforest teeming with native flora and fauna and complimented with a spring fed creek with a waterfall and swimming waterhole. Sweetwater is the perfect location for family gatherings and groups wishing to relax, rewind and reconnect.

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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
Supervision around water is required.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events must be approved before booking.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Turn off all lights, air conditioning, heaters or fans. Shut all windows and doors. Clean, dry and return all items in the kitchen. Leave the cottage unlocked and leave the keys on the bench.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number No
Property # 9775458
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Events must be approved before booking.
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 first aid kit
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

Booroobin

Located in Booroobin, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve and Flame Hill Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Australia Zoo and Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. Maleny Dairies and Maleny Cheese are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Booroobin, QLD

Getting around

  • Beerwah Station - 26 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brouhaha Brewery and Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪King Ludwig's Bavarian Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪King Ludwigs German Restaurant and Bavarian Beer Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Townie In The Bush - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪True North - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing country retreat. Great for families and large groups. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bellthorpe National Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Policeman Spur Nature Refuge. Koala Walk Nature Refuge and Lyola Nature Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing for us. Large social spaces with a well equipped kitchen to prepare and share meals. A short drive to Maleny made it a perfect weekend destination. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2026
Thanks Nicholas. We love sharing our amazing property with guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrated my birthday here and had a great time! Beautiful property and the kitchen was so well equipped. Beautiful sport and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was quirky and cosy and had everything we needed for a multigenerational family stay. It has the best equipped kitchen I've ever seen at a holiday property and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2025
Thanks Anna. Our aim is to provide a home away from home even if you are spending time in the kitchen😊.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

Amazing property. Great host

Great large property with beautiful surrounding bushland. Host very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

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

Wonderful getaway

The property was clean, quaint, and just perfect for a girls weekend. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov, 2023
Thanks Paula. We’d love to have you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was big enough for all, quirky, welcoming, with a great kitchen and all we required for a fantastic 50th birthday celebration for my partner. Highly recommended. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Family Getaway

Such a fantastic residence and location! Our family enjoyed it so much!! Will definitely be looking at booking this again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie-Anne T.

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

Mums weekend away

Wonderful stay again for our group of mums celebrating an end of year / pre Christmas gathering. This house is just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
We love welcoming back past guests and are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay, Sweetwater was just the serenity we needed for a week of soul nurturing. Fabulously appointed kitchen for our group of five friends to share cooking and we loved the roomy outdoor space and fire pit. Lovely rooms, very comfy beds/linen and plenty of wood for the fireplaces. The bird life, sunrises, walks to the beautiful waterfall and swimming hole were a highlight. Catherine and Dean are wonderful hosts, couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2025
Thanks Sheree. We are very grateful to have such a wonderful property to share with great guests like you and your friends. Thank you for looking after the cottage so well, leaving it clean and tidy and for respecting the natural beauty of the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Family gatho

The most beautiful place ! So well appointed! Had a fabulous time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2025
Thanks Diane. It was a pleasure to welcome you back. We look forward to seeing you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Awesome cottage

Great big house in the middle of a beautiful property. Nice walk through the rainforest to a small waterfall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

A Wonderful Weekend

Sweetwater Cottage was a great house in a beautiful setting, and comfortably fitted all 16 of our family. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lesa h.

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

family stay

our family had amazing long weekend away, the property is amazing the walks were great(in between showers of rain) the waterfall was running, just beautiful .the home is set up for large groups ,we had 10 in our family and had plenty of room to move around, we enjoyed ourselves . Hope to make it a yearly family getaway. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Weekend at Sweetwater

Excellent property, has everything you need to enjoy a country stay. Six friends, each had our own sleeping space, very comfortable beds . Excellent facilities inside and out, beautiful waterfall . A few of us enjoyed the weekend without leaving property but only 10 minutes from Maleny for those of us that sought longer walks . Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just stayed in this property for a long weekend with our extended family. The house is lovely with each room beautifully decorated and so thoughtfully set-up for guests. The beds were all very comfortable with plenty of blankets provided. There was also plenty of firewood provided for the indoor fireplaces and outdoor fire pit.There was an easy walk to a waterfall on-site, plenty of wildlife, a bird feeder with instructions for guests to feed the birds daily, and lots of room for the kids to run around.Catherine the host was very accomodating and always answered any communication straight away. We had a great stay in this beautiful property and we are definitely keen to make this an annual family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Thanks Amber. Sweetwater Cottage is the perfect place for families to gather together in a quiet rural setting. Our waterfall makes our property truly unique and our accommodation allows guests to feel relaxed and comfortable. We’d love to host you and your family again!

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Hosted by Catherine Spanner

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