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Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
A wooden deck with a bed and a potted plant.
Dining
Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Large Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel

If you are wanting an experience more than just accommodation Duckbill’s is the place for you. BBQ outdoors and sit around the wood fire pit surrounded by rainforest trees alongside the Obi Obi creek. Or else take a flat, easy walk into town to many enjoy the Maple Street vibe with cafes, boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, wine bar and pubs.

Duckbill’s lies across the creek to the Maleny Showgrounds – close to skateboard ramp and the local swimming hole in the Obi Obi creek.

180-degree views of creek with rainforest trees, on the edge of the Obi Obi Creek which is home to Australia’s highest density of platypus. If you are lucky, you may even see them from the comfort of your bed in the early hours or on overcast days! Ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers to watch for platypus swim in the Obi Obi creek from the deck and the fruitbat migration at sunset and sunrise.

Enjoy the live music festivities at Maleny Lane on a Friday night, Sunday markets or events at Maleny showground. With the Brouhaha Brewery next door Duckbill’s is perfectly located for the best of both worlds weekend experience.

Long an eyesore and in poor condition, the owners have lovingly restored the cottage with reclaimed and recycled material to live the ethos of treading lightly in our beautiful environment.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number None
Property # 9987128
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Maleny

Maleny is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glasshouse Mountains National Park and Wootha Valley Nature Refuge, while Art on Cairncross and Landsborough Museum are cultural highlights. Australia Zoo and Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Maleny, QLD

What's nearby

  • Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Glasshouse Mountains National Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Maleny Dairies - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Maleny Cheese - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - 8 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 18 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maleny Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brouhaha Brewery and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sarah's Unplugged - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Capriccio's Italian Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mary Cairncross Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$465, 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 Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Duckbills Cottage has the convenience of town living but with rural nature feel located?

Situated in Maleny, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Maleny Dairies, Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World and Wootha Valley Nature Refuge. Gardners Falls and Glasshouse Mountains National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Duckbills Cottage, walking distance to town and brewery, and plenty of places to explore around Maleny
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ross B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything in town. Great garden/creek views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Obi Obi creek

Excellent location walk to the shops and the brewery
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Alan thanks so much for taking the time out to leave a review. Yes its an awesome location right in the middle of town with a forest feel! Look forward to hosting you again next time
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg B.

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

Peaceful location

Nice for a few days away.Comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2025
Hi Greg. So pleased you found your stay comfortable at Duckbills Cottage with you family and dog over the Easter week-end. Glad the weather was good so you got to use the outdoor BBQ and firepit! All the best Sally
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with plenty of room for our family. Close to shops in Maleny and also to the huge number of tourist destinstions.Friendly and communicative host with nice touches like fresh flowers and local honey.Some board games for family play and easy to explore Obi Obi creek.Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Tks so much for wonderful feedback on your stay at Duckbills Cottage in Maleny. so pleased thar you found it centrally located to all restaurants and shops
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Rain Forest

Neat and tidy Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas F.

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

Cottage close to town

Very well kept and equipped little cottage close to the brewery and everything else .The big backyard gives it the feeling of being hidden away . The main road is a little busy during the day ; you don’t hear it at all in the evening or at night .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
So pleased you enjoyed our Maleny town cottage with its rural feel.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice stay, but a bit pricey

The cottage is situated close to the Obi Obi Creek and has beautiful views to a lush tropical garden and the creek. Is is in any case right next to the pretty busy main road. The cottage is nicely decorated, even though refurbishment was somewhat cheaply done and without too much (technical) expertise. So nice to look at but with some flaws here and there, including a slight smell of mold, a dishwasher that does not work well, a small bathroom, a difficult exit to enter the main street by car, etc. Communication with Sally and information provided was very good. And also very kind that she provided us with wine and sparkling, cheese crackers, tea and coffee, very thoughtful. Overall a nice place to stay, a kind host and just a short stroll into town, which is great, but rather pricey for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
Thanks for your honest feedback. As we are just starting out we strive to continually improve on the refurbishments and replace items. Yes the challenge of mould in the rainforests of Maleny is a common one and we have now installed a dehumidifer and will keep finding ways to improve the cottage. Glad you still had a nice stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tricia

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kahu H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2024
Thanks for sharing your positive experience of staying at Duckbills Cottage.
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sally Petersen

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