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'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...

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The 'Old Schoolhouse' with tennis court on the right side.
The Old Schoolhouse frontage and garden
The Circa1898 Old Schoolhouse
Front entry stairs...via concrete path
The Old C1898 Schoolhouse

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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedroomsSleeps 4150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Greens Creek, Gympie, QLD
  • Place, St. Patrick's Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King Bed.

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...

Renovated historic Queensland C1898 Schoolhouse, open plan eclectic interior with its soaring windows and timber ceilings, the perfect enjoyable stay in a park like setting. Situated in the rolling hills of beautiful Greens Creek, it is just a few kilometres east of Gympie just off Tin Can Bay Road. The gateway road to Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island.

You can sit on the two wide schoolhouse timber verandas with a beverage as you choose and overlook the scenery and our wonderful birdlife.

The huge open spaced interior of the historic schoolhouse is decorated in an eclectic mix style. Framed by huge schoolhouse windows each end of the open space. Eclectic interior style for discerning guests overlayed by a beautiful Blackbutt polished timber floor.

A home away from home...furnished to make you feel at home and relaxed. Internet connection. TV and radio provided.

If you wish to have a hit of tennis on the rural unmarked court you are welcome. Racquets and balls are available...at no cost!

This is a self catering property.

The kitchenette is equipped with a stainless steel sink, bar type fridge, single plate convection cook top, electric kettle, electric frypan, toaster, microwave, all necessary pots/pans, bowls, cups, mugs, saucers, plates, cutlery and kitchen utensils.

Tea and instant coffee making supplies available at all times.

This is an older well maintained property which can get cold in winter like all Queenslander houses. Gympie can be down as low as 2 Celsius in winter. Bring warm clothes. Summer can be hot, up to 35 Celsius with cooler nights. We have ceiling fans for efficient reverse cycle heating and cooling. However, we have a complimentary wood fire for winter. And electric blankets. Apple TV installed on high definition 32" TV and associated add on programs, such as news channels, movies, NetFlix and Stan.

Ceiling fans.

External two burner 'Beef Eater' BBQ for your use.

Concrete or grass based hard stand for a car and trailer if required.
We know how much guests will love to remember their stay in the heritage schoolhouse, be it the feel of the softness of our towels or whatever supplied for you to use or the styling of the property.

The beds are top quality with mattress toppers, duvets, feather pillows and high grade white sheets and styling. Bed photos displayed soon as we are still setting up for opening.

Enjoy your stay!

As hosts, we live in the separate on site historic Queenslander, original C1892 Teacher's House on this acreage rural property. We are available to meet your needs as required from time to time. We are only a private distance away from your exquisite historic old schoolhouse abode and we are handy most of the time for any assistance, advice or questions from our guests.

We are situated about 5 km from Mary Street, Central Gympie shopping, not far off Tin Can Bay Road, the gateway to Rainbow Beach and the world heritage proclaimed Fraser Island.

We are on or close to nearby route roads for easy day trip sightseeing access to Tin Can Bay, Rainbow Beach and the coloured sands, Kin Kin, Pomona, Noosa and hinterland, Anamoor, Maleny, Monteville, Mapleton, Kilkivan, Maryborough and Kenilworth.

The Gympie Rattler vintage steam train ride to Anamoor is a short distance away in Gympie. With an antique barn shop opposite the fantastic restored Gympie Rattler Railway Station.

A few minutes by car to the new local 9 km Victory Heights Mountain Bike Trail Network.

NO PARTY EVENTS PERMITTED...

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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 0–17
Stairs could be an issue with toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
Strictly no parties or events
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Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly no pets...
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Note from host: Strictly no parties or events
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number Not required in my local area of operations

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Greens Creek

Located in Greens Creek, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Goomboorian National Park and Woondum National Park, while Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum and Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Greens Creek, Gympie, QLD

What's nearby

  • Goomboorian National Park - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
  • St. Patrick's Church - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Shiann Alpacas - 10 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Gympie Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mt Pleasant Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine On Mary - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... on 5 April 2026 start from NZ$209, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'The Old Schoolhouse'. A Heritage Experience... located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum, St. Patrick's Church and Goomboorian National Park. Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum and Woodworks Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Could‘ g have asked for a more pleasant stay or location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay and explore the Gympie area Come home each night and enjoy the cozy combustion fire An exceptional host in Colin and would highly recommend to anyone visiting this area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colin is a helpful and wonderful host.The accomodation is spacious , roomy can stretch out. There is everything you need there for your stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter H.

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

Weekend away

Nice and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen T.

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

Old school charm

This old school house has a lot of charm we enjoyed staying there ,colin and partner are great Hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen T.

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

Old school charm

This property has a lot of history to it .Colin is absolutely a fabulous host , I rate this experience as 99.999 % out of 100If you want history and charm than this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHARMAINE W.

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

Family catch up.

It was home away from home.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

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

Wonderful unique property

A lovely place to stay. Colin was incredibly accommodating and the schoolhouse was cosy and had everything we needed for our stay. The furnishings and surrounds were unique and the beds were great we slept really well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tookie P.

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

Great Host. A+++++

Great people. Very helpful and friendly. Thanks for having us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

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

Relaxing welcome break

This was a wonderful break with the kids. Plenty of space for everyone. So much to see and do at and in the property! Col was a lovely friendly host who made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

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

Peaceful history

Beautiful 120+ year old building all needed modern comforts ,NBN for kids,comfy beds, great hosts just out of Gympie for easy shopping if you want to self cater. Kids loved opening the pivoting windows for airflow and supersoft couches.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingeborg d.

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

Gympie visit

We stayed here to experience something authenticly Australian - and to stay in an Old Schoolhouse was just the ticket!Our host, Colin, was very helpful, informative and was able to make us feel very much at home here.The Schoolhouse is full of character and well, but simply appointed ammenities.Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Thanks Colin

Great position
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary J B.

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

Fascinating and Rustic

We had a wonderful stay. The property was fun and interesting. Bathroom entry is accessed outside from the porch but clean. Heating is not straight forward.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Narelle E.

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

The Old Schoolhouse

Well kept historic building with interesting artefacts throughout. Very clean, well presented with the owner taking great pride in its presentation. The owner was very friendly and helpful with an easy check in and out. To note, the building has large windows throughout and lots of light comes in early so a sleep mask would be advised if you want to sleep in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

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

Perfect Gympie weekend location

The old school house was the perfect spot for a weekend away. It has a very quirky old school charm and the fire was a perfect addition for the cooler weather. The house had everything you'd need and Colin was such a fantastic host. We really appreciated his warm hospitality! Local maps and things to do were a great help and Colin took the time to really make sure we knew the ins and outs of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme J.

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

Old School House

Really enjoyed our stay in this delightful , heritage style cottage. The eclectic furnishings enhanced the property’s ambience. The chocolate biscuits in the fridge were an extra delight😋 Colin was a very welcoming host who made us feel right at home! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

e m.

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

relaxing, spacious, welcoming, cosy, interesting

Colin was a wonderful host to both adults and children. The school house is such a different place to stay: relaxing, spacious, welcoming, cosy; with interesting items on the walls, the tables, etc. Well equipped kitchen. Large verandah on both sides of the school house. Super comfy beds and pillows! Thank you Colin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul M.

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

Like a step back in time - yet modern facilities

The location was lovely, set in a rural area but less than 10 minutes to Gympie. Was well equipped for cooking, included 2 fridges. Property had large verandahs on the north and southern sides. Beds were separated by a partition, so limited privacy when sleeping. Our host was friendly and helpful. If you like the idea of a stay in a dwelling of more than a century in age, this is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy D.

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

Peaceful clean and quiet

Relaxing, clean and a beautiful place. I loved the history.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaw O.

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

Love the school house

We are amazed with the collection of interior decorated artifacts, peaceful and relaxing surroundings. The school building itself was so beautiful and adding to that experience, the host Colin was so nice and very welcoming. We would highly recommend The School House stay to anyone looking for great getaway. Thank you for everything Colin.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele B.

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

Lovely stay with great hosts

We had a nice, relaxing break away in Colin and Trish's beautifully renovated school house. They were very welcoming and the house had everything we needed and lots more. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Excellent

Excellent hosts and a very interesting place to stay. Conversation starters everywhere you look! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

We didn’t want to leave.

We absolutely adored the old school house and didn’t want to leave. Such a special experience. Collin and Trish were wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcome and like we were family. We look forward to returning again. 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Positive stay

Unique overnight stay. Very special features and warm, hospitality from owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Trish or Colin

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