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Luxury Heritage Cottage with Harbour Views in Albany

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Albany, WA
  • Place, Mount Melville Lookout
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Albany Visitor Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Albany Entertainment Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, WA (ALH)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Heritage Cottage with Harbour Views in Albany

Welcome to Cliff St. Cottage — a luxury heritage retreat in the heart of historic Albany, Western Australia. Nestled within Albany’s iconic heritage precinct, this beautifully restored self-contained cottage blends timeless character with relaxed coastal elegance, offering sweeping harbour views and an unforgettable stay.

Lovingly restored, the cottage showcases original features including polished timber floors, soaring ceilings, and open fireplaces, thoughtfully paired with contemporary comforts and stylish interiors. From sunrise coffees on the sundeck to evenings beside the fire, every space has been designed for comfort, connection and slow holiday living.

The cottage features two spacious queen bedrooms and a charming double bedroom, all styled with quality linens, plush pillows and calming touches for restful nights and lazy mornings. The light filled living room invites you to unwind on deep sea-blue sofas beside the crackling log fire while enjoying harbour through expansive windows.

The fully equipped galley kitchen includes a gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, coffee machine with pods supplied, pantry staples, spice drawer and breakfast bar — perfect for preparing relaxed meals at home. Gather around the formal dining table for long dinners warmed by the wood stove, or dine alfresco surrounded by the peaceful cottage garden.

Outside, the established garden is filled with seasonal fruit trees, birds, butterflies and visiting possums, creating a truly magical atmosphere. Guests are welcome to enjoy fresh produce including lemons, berries, pears, avocados and more when in season.

Families are warmly welcomed, with a highchair, stroller and portacot available on request. Additional thoughtful touches include a full laundry, picnic basket, beach gear and games for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Located just moments from Albany’s cafés, beaches, walking trails, galleries and waterfront, Cliff St. Cottage is the perfect base for romantic escapes, family holidays or relaxed coastal adventures.

Private parking is available, including garage access from Cliff Street and additional front of home parking via the private View Street driveway.

Experience the charm, history and beauty of Albany from one of its most unique and welcoming homes.

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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
Travel cot and highchair are available on request.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Refer to Holiday Accommodation Management Plan.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted indoors.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STRA6330RQFOMFGB
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

About the area

Albany

Located in Albany, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Albany Convict Gaol Museum and Western Australian Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Vancouver Arts Centre and Brig Amity Replica. Travelling with kids? Consider Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre, or check out an event or a game at Albany Entertainment Centre. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking nearby.
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Albany, WA

What's nearby

  • Vancouver Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Gaol Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mount Melville Lookout - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joop Thai Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Albany - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Naked Bean Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dylans on the Terrace - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cliff St. Cottage | Luxury Accommodation in Albany, Western Australia pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cliff St. Cottage | Luxury Accommodation in Albany, Western Australia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cliff St. Cottage | Luxury Accommodation in Albany, Western Australia?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cliff St. Cottage | Luxury Accommodation in Albany, Western Australia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cliff St. Cottage | Luxury Accommodation in Albany, Western Australia located?

This family-friendly Albany cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Mount Melville Circuit Trail Trailhead and Vancouver Arts Centre. Brig Amity Replica and Western Australian Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The cottage was very homely, nestled in the historic area of town and a short walk to get coffee etc. The cottage had excellent amenities which everything you could think of available. It was wonderful to light the fire of an evening. Thanks for a fabulous family stay, we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable accommodation excellently located in this lovely town and part of the world
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jayden W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage, with lots of character and stunning views. It felt like a real privilege to call this home for a week. We appreciated the clear welcome instructions and thoughtfully tips for how to make the most of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was incredibly welcoming and so was the beautiful cottage we stayed at! We were amazed at the set up and we really didn't need for anything....there were and appliances for every possible need!! Loved the little touches throughout including our welcome wine bottle with glasses! A truly relaxing location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very warm and welcoming! A lot of effort gone into place to make it homely
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, clean, great attention to detail.We felt very welcome and enjoyed our stay /even more so, because of the bad weather
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mirjana N.

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

Great holiday accommodation

House is beautiful, good location, close to city.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe T.

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

A great place to stay

A wonderful house full of character and ideally situated
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

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

Coastal bliss

A beautiful home with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Central for sights and the view of the Sound is spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe D.

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

Excellent property

Beautiful cottage - fantastic location and excellent presentation. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review, we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Beautiful little house

House was beautifully decorated and felt very cozy. We had everything would need and more. Fantastic location and will defiantly rely recommend and come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Excellent holiday cottage

A fantastic experience staying in cliff Street cottage The house was decorated beautifully and had more than everything we could need for a home from home holiday ! Would highly recommend and will be staying again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

Beautiful Home

Really enjoyed our stay, house has a very welcoming feel & had absolutely everything our family needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Was an absolute pleasure to have you and your family stay at The Cottage, the house was left immaculate, hope to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley U.

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

Cosy winter

We absolutely loved staying at Cliff st Cottage. It is beautifully decked out with everything you could need. Staying during winter meant we had the added bonus of lighting the fire place which added to our cosy retreat experience. The location is great - easy to get to and close by to multiple attractions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Short spring break

Excellent place for a relaxing break and convenient location for tour of the surrounding area. Wood fire with kindling and firewood provided was a bonus in the chilly evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jie Shen L.

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

Amazing house and views

Amazing house and views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review, we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Beautiful cottage

Beautiful cottage, with great views, great fireplace and excellent location. Our dog enjoyed the backyard and sleeping by the fire and there was enough space for the family to spread out to unwind. The location is excellent, close to everything in Albany.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review, we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

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

A Relaxing and Enjoyable Stay

Have been holidaying in Albany for 30 years and this was by far the most enjoyable. Everything you could possibly need was provided at the cottage making it a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The garden and location were amazing and we are so grateful that we could bring our fur baby. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

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

Cliff St Albany

Very nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2022
Thanks Ian, it was a pleasure to have you stay at the Cottage.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Everything you need in excellent location

Fantastic cosy house with plenty of supplies in excellent location to access town and mt melville hikes. Recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

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

Fabulous!

We recently stayed at Cliff Street and had the most amazing time with our family. The cottage is welcoming and comfy with everything you need for a magical stay away. We will definately be back again next year for another visit 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
Thank you Sam and it was a pleasure to host you and your family. We look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy H.

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

Beautifully peaceful and well equipment cottage

Everything has been thought of in this property, it really is like a home away from home. Cute cottage with a gorgeous view, and a perfect spot for a glass of wine after a walk back to the house up the steep hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peta E.

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

Great autumn stay

Beautiful property, well appointed. Great views. All the amenities you would want plus more (very thoughtful to consider all needs). Really enjoyed our stay. Not a criticism but if any mobility issues the main access to the property does involve a couple of stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannes G.

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Greyling review

Beautiful home with lots of special corners, all tastefully decorated and with a lot of extras in the kitchen, bathroom and entire house. It was an absolute pleasure to stay in such a great place. Kudos to the owner and management, it was a 5-star experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for your 5 star review, we hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

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

Great cottage with everything you need

Cottage was exactly as shown on the listing. We were really impressed with everything it contained - we were not left wanting anything. Quiet neighbourhood, close to town centre. Had a really pleasant and enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tanya McColgan

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I’m a fourth-generation local, with five generations of my family connected to Albany and the Great Southern region. Growing up surrounded by rugged coastlines, white sandy beaches, towering granite landscapes, and national parks, my childhood was filled with adventure and a deep connection to the ocean. As the daughter of a fisherman, life on the water became part of who I am.

My love of interior design, travel, food, family, and heritage inspired the creation of Cliff St. Cottage — a place designed to bring people together to relax, reconnect, and experience the beauty of Albany in comfort and style. Every detail of the cottage has been thoughtfully curated to reflect not only modern luxury and warmth, but also the rich character and history of this remarkable region.

Our family’s connection to Albany runs deep. My great-grandfather, Corporal Sydney T. Coles, arrived in Albany in the 1920s after serving in the British Army during the Boer War and World War I. My great-grandfather and great uncles are honoured on the Avenue of Honour at Mt Clarence, and generations of my family have since served in the Australian Military Forces, Merchant Navy, and Royal Australian Air Force. Their legacy lives on through Albany’s proud military and ANZAC history.

Today, I work as an Environmental and Aboriginal Heritage Consultant and proudly serve as a Heritage Officer and Lifetime Member of the Albany Historical Society. I’m passionate about preserving the stories, buildings, and cultural heritage that make Albany so unique, including treasured places such as Patrick Taylor Cottage and the Albany Convict Gaol Museum.

Cliff St. Cottage is more than simply accommodation — it is a reflection of family, heritage, history, and my deep love for Albany. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to a place close to your heart, I hope your stay here creates lasting memories and a genuine connection to this extraordinary part of Western Australia.

Why they chose this property

I chose Albany and the Great Southern region because it has always been my heart and home. Growing up here, surrounded by majestic oceans, powdery white beaches, ancient granite landscapes, and breathtaking national parks, I developed a deep connection to both nature and the rich history woven throughout the region. It’s a place that feels grounding, peaceful and endlessly inspiring.

What I love most about Albany is the unique balance between natural beauty, heritage, and culture. From the dramatic coastline and Torndirrup National Park to the stories preserved through the National Anzac Centre and Albany’s historic streets, there is always something meaningful to discover. The community here is warm, welcoming, and deeply connected to the region’s history and environment.

For me, it’s the simple moments that make Albany so special — early morning beach walks, spectacular sunsets over the harbour, and the sense of calm that comes from being close to the ocean. I also deeply respect the cultural significance of Kinjarling and the enduring connection of the Menang People to this land. Albany is a place where family, tradition and nature remain at the heart of everyday life, offering the perfect escape to slow down, reconnect and truly appreciate the beauty of the Great Southern.

What makes this property unique

What makes Cliff St. Cottage truly unique is the way it blends historic charm, luxury comfort, and genuine personal connection into one unforgettable stay. More than simply accommodation, the cottage is a reflection of family heritage, thoughtful design, and a deep love for Albany and the Great Southern region.

Lovingly restored, the cottage celebrates its original character through polished timber floors, open fireplaces, high ceilings, and sweeping harbour views, while offering all the modern comforts of a luxury coastal retreat. Every space has been carefully curated with handcrafted details, locally inspired touches, and warm interiors designed to make guests feel instantly at home.

Located within one of Albany’s historic streets, the property offers a rare combination of privacy, heritage atmosphere, and convenience — just moments from beaches, cafés, walking trails, and the town centre. Guests can relax in the peaceful cottage gardens, enjoy seasonal fruit from the trees, dine alfresco overlooking the harbour, or unwind beside the fire after a day exploring the coast.

What truly sets Cliff St. Cottage apart is the experience it offers. It’s a place designed for slowing down, reconnecting, and creating lasting memories — whether that’s sharing meals with family, enjoying quiet mornings with ocean air drifting through the windows, or discovering the stories and history woven throughout Albany. Every detail has been created with care to offer guests not just a stay, but a genuine sense of place, warmth, and belonging.

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