A quintessential piece of Burra history, Miss Mabel Cottage is named after Mabel Baker whose family built the cottage in 1853. Set on one and a half acres the cottage has been fully renovated in country style decor with 3 bedrooms and 2 living areas.
The bedding consists of 2 queen beds and 2 singles. There is a slow combustion wood stove and reverse cycle air-conditioning to ensure year round comfort.
The separate formal lounge is the perfect place to sit and read or play one of the complimentary board games. In the bathroom an old claw footbath has been beautifully restored and takes pride of place; a lovely treat to soak and unwind. There is WIFI and Netflix to enjoy. Outside there are large gardens to relax in and a pergola ideal for a morning coffee and reading the paper looking gazing at the expansive views, stonewalls and cottages of Burra. Cook your BBQ of an evening (we suggest a fat, juicy steak from the Burra Butchers).
Our historical cottage is unfortunately not set up for children, so we are unable to accommodate them.
Access is at the back of the house.
There is no on-site reception but we are a message and a phone call away. We will provide access details on the morning of check in.
Burra has a good selection of restaurants and cafes along with several pubs. The Burra Passport Key available from the Information Center allows you self-guided access to all the heritage buildings and sites around town interpreting life in the copper mining town of the 1850`s. You will need more than one day here to do the town justice.
Important note: A security bond will be required for your stay. The bond will be refunded in full within 7 days of checkout, subject to the property being left in good condition. • No smoking • No parties or events • No pets • Check-in is 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
PLEASE NOTE: This is a quiet building, perfect to relax and enjoy, so please no loud noise & no parties. Quiet Hours are between: 11PM and 8AM. We are in constant contact with the surrounding neighbours who will let us know if there is any disturbances.
NO SMOKING: Strictly NO smoking inside, on the balcony or in any outside areas.
PENALTIES: If any damage is caused, smoking takes place or there is evidence of a party there may a financial penalty plus we will request the repair costs plus the extra cleaning costs. If a guest coming in needs to be moved to another property due to the damage or smell of smoke still being present, we will also request the cost of that nights stay. Please respect these rules.
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• No smoking
• No parties or events
• No pets
• Check-in is 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
PLEASE NOTE: This is a quiet building, perfect to relax and enjoy, so
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Property # 9599227
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 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
About the area
Burra
Burra is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Red Banks Conservation Park and Mokota Conservation Park, while Burra Police Lockup and Stables and Redruth Gaol are cultural highlights.
Burra Police Lockup and Stables - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bon Accord Mine and Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Market Square - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Burra Railway Station - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Burra Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Restaurants
La Pecora Nera - 2 min drive
Burra Hotel - 2 min drive
The Exchange Hotel - 9 min walk
St Just Cafe - 2 min drive
Waters Burra Bakery - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic on 18 June 2026 start from NZ$236, 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 Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Miss Mabel Cottage · Burra - Historic located?
Situated in Burra, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Burra Police Lockup and Stables and Redruth Gaol. Bon Accord Mine and Museum and Burra Railway Station are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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This property was exceptionally clean including all crockery and cutlery. It had the charm of a heritage building combined with the basic elements to make our stay a pleasant one. One bathroom with toilet within may be a consideration for some. The grounds are lovely with a great bbq entertaining area that would be excellent in the warmer months.
The cottage has everything you need in generous supply. It's like living in a museum with a strong sense of history. I strongly recommend staying at the cottage. The only negatives are the TV reception was faulty and Netflix never worked. Cosy home with a marvellous garden.
Comfortable stay but feel a RC Air con could be put in dining area to heat main area. Comb. Fire hard to get going and takes too long to heat up the area. Would have preferred a laundry and decent clothes line.
Very old world charm with the original Bakers oven in the house, very nice property with lots of trees and gardens, the lavender hedge at the front was lovely, we like old home so it suited us, we seen birds, bee's, rabbits, possums, lizards all on the property, every thing was flowering.
A weekend visit to see family.
Love reading the story of the cottage. The garden where a delight to stroll around and all the trees had labels which made it extra interesting.