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Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 36 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City

Agapantha Cottage is set in a shared garden that also has vegetables, fruit trees (orange, lemon, lime, apricot, cherry, fig, kiwi, plum, olive and apple) and ponds. As it’s name suggests there are (over 2000) agapanthus flower heads that line the driveway and garden beds in summer.

Vintage furniture has been revamped with original art works on the walls. The Cottage is self contained with a full working kitchen including microwave, sandwich maker, toaster, wok, full fridge/ freezer, coffee pod machine. There is a washing machine, clothes rack and split aircon unit as well. Great for family, writers and artists. Wifi and power included.
A comfortable queen bed and a single rollaway bed (on request and set up as needed in the living area) are available.
Strictly no parking inside the driveway gate as the drive is too narrow. Unload in front of gate if necessary, then park in bays or on the street, which only has local traffic.

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Canberra has many museums, galleries, parks (with gas bbqs), bushwalking trails, bike paths, lake activities (kayaking, sailing, boat touring, swimming, boat peddling), amazing childrens playgrounds including road safety for bikes, the arboretum with banksia pods (see my photo). There are great restaurants nearby at the Belconnen Lakeside. Markets are also a feature notably Kingston Markets on every Sunday, Hall Market on 1st Sunday of the month and close to the Cottage, the Jamieson Market also on Sundays.

Canberra is also known as the garden city or bush capital. The famous Floriade festival of bulbs and gardens at the Lake Burley Griffen and the private Tulip Top Gardens, held in Spring, is highly recommended.
Multicultural festival - 16-18 Feb
Royal Canberra Show - 23-25 February
Enlighten festival -1-11 march
Canberra Day, Sky fire 11 march
National Folk Festival - 28 march-1april

Property manager

Jenny stevens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 65 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Canberra, ACT

What's nearby

  • University of Canberra - 7 min drive
  • Canberra Stadium - 8 min drive
  • Australian Institute of Sport - 9 min drive
  • Australian National University - 12 min drive
  • National Zoo and Aquarium - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 18 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kingsley's Chicken - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yat Bun Tong Dumpling House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kinh Do Vietnamese Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City located?

Located in Hawker, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from The Pinnacle Nature Reserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mount Painter Reserve and Big Splash Waterpark. University of Canberra is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Agapantha Cottage - Country in the City Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agapantha Cottage
Jenny was a wonderful host. Very quiet location. Lovely cottage with all amenities needed. The fresh fruit from the garden and eggs from the chicken were a very nice surprise. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Gem In Hawker
The initial impression when you see the house is fantastic. It is surrounded by a native garden and wild galas, parrots, and magpies all clamoring for singing space. There is decent off road parking and all retail outlets are within a 10 minute drive. The rental space is a detached one bedroom flat that is fully equipped for a stay of weeks. Everything in the rental worked and was in good condition. WiFi worked even though it did not have the speed we were used to having, but that is minor. We would recommend this place highly, but hesitate to do so as it may become too popular and may not be available when we wanted it! Seriously, great place and great value.
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Agapantha Cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and comfortable
Charming and comfortable little cottage and we enjoyed our stay there immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Annette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suburbs of Canberra
Warm and cozy just be wary of the little step between the kitchen and dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cottage
My daughter and I had a lovely stay. It was perfect for what we needed and close to the event we had to attend. Clean, private and pretty garden outlook. Thanks Jenny. We’ll be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
cottage
The cottage was quiet, clean and tucked away in a quiet suburb. Well stocked, perfectly adequate for short stay. Our host Jenny was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francoise T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage
Comfortable, well appointed cottage, good privacy, very much a home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
Well equipped cottage. Good heating system and great location, not far from Hawker shopping centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional value, Cute little 1 bedroom cottage
Suited us perfectly and had everything we needed. Main bed was very comfortable. Pull out for our son was ok. Lounge and kitchen very practical and homely. Loved the shower and warm bathroom. Shops a very short drive. City 15 mins away. Amazing value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Raelene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agapantha
Property was cosy, bed was comfy and the surrounding gardens were lovely. Jenny was very nice and left us be. Was difficult to dry washing due to the season and the lack of sunlight available so needed to plan washing days. All round a nice place to stay and loved the quiet area and beautiful bird life in the area.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting suburban location
Convenient and interesting location. Accommodation is in a beautiful garden setting that is close to local shops. The very large Belconnen shopping centre is not far away. Would benefit from a clothes drier given how damp our stay was and the poor state of the clothes line. Would love to stay here again should we visit Canberra in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff S., Happy Valley SA

Liked: Cleanliness
Canberra In Winter
This cottage was a delight to stay in and was our base in Canberra for just over one week. Although the outside morning temps were close to zero the cottage was warm and comfortable. It had everything we needed for our stay and is surrounded by a beautiful garden. The owner, Jenny, was a friendly, helpful host and allowed us to charge our EV overnight for a small fee. Very happy to recommend the cottage and we will use it again next time we visit Canberra.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agapantha Cottage
Stayed 7 nights in this clean and comfortable 1 bedroom cottage. My favourite part was relaxing/reading on the banana lounger, in the private garden with it's old worldly charm and hoping some of those kiwi fruit would ripen on the huge vine :) Will stay again when next visiting Canberra, as very well priced and situated in a nice quiet location :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jacky D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawker cottage
This cottage was fairly well equiped for a self sufficient stay, but was really musty and damp. Unplleasant odour lingered dedpit efforts to air th Ed cottage. Had a washing machine but no dryer, so difficult to dry clothing if the weather is damp and rainy .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Jenny’s place
Very good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eril O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We enjoy everything about the place and will keep coming back as long as you let us. ( please keep this place a secret.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel, Adelaide

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice well kept property in a quiet location. Easy driving access to city attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodation for 3 week placement
I had a wonderful stay. The host was friendly and helpful and the cottage was quiet and cozy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet comfort in peaceful surroundings
The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

K C., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and peaceful
Loved the accommodation: very private and quiet. Trees with fruits but we were there at the wrong season. So, we tasting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
We enjoyed our stay. Lovely little cottage, perfect for our needs. Nice and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eril O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Just what we like. Spacious in a bushy location. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and accommodation
Very quiet and nice neighborhood Jenny was sweet
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

A great location and beautiful setting
We loved this cottage in a great location. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, crockery etc and Jenny the host supplies coffee and tea with milk in the fridge plus a couple of eggs from her chickens and some seeds from her agapantha plants to take away which are all really lovely touches. Jenny came to welcome us as soon as she knew we had arrived which was appreciated. It's a shame that what disappointed is that I found that the cottage could do with a bit of TLC - there are cobwebs on the kitchen wall that could be cleaned away and when we moved the sofa to vacuum under it there was lots of dirt so it appeared it hadn't been cleaned there for a while. The knob on the toilet door has been repaired badly and comes off if you use it! This is a great place to stay in Canberra and with a bit of TLC would be absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024