So many people cater for the 'large crowds'... but, what if there is just one of you? Solo, single or just taking individual R&R, sometimes it's hard to find somewhere you feel safe and comfortable to just rest. That is exactly what jacarandas cottage in Bickley offers.
Now, please note: they absolutely cater to couples and families as well, but it's to the Solo traveler I want to address as I can only speak of my experience.
I actually stumbled onto Jacaranda cottage 3 years ago, and I am sooooooo happy I did. I was in desperate need of a break, but was too exhausted to bother with flying or looking for holiday plans abroad, so I thought I would look local.
The hills are a BEAUTIFUL location to enjoy food, wine, general nature beauty, hiking, sight seeing, or just sitting in front of a relaxing fire.
Jacarandas cottage, is Beautiful old world style but still with all the modern comforts (air-con, Wi-Fi, TV etc)
Susanne and her husband's attention to detail is beautiful, this being in the lovingly restored cottage itself, to simple things such as having an umbrella ready and waiting on my arrival.
It rained most of my week there, but you know what... It did not matter. I soaked in the beautiful freestanding bath tub, I drank wine, I watched movies, I sat in front of the fire, I went to Mundaring Weir, I checked out Kalamunda, I practiced taking photos (learner) and I sat on my verandah and watched the rain... I rested and relaxed!
It was perfect!
The cottage is near main house, but far enough away for privacy (has own entrance etc)... I was in my own space and world (surrounded by our beautiful hills/horses/greenery).... But... I felt safe and secure even though I was Solo....
I will be back... It is purely and simply my go to rest and recovery place and thoroughly recommend to one and all (by especially to the solo lady travelers out there)