Nestled on the edge of the rainforest, Piccabean Cottage offers a serene retreat amidst 15 acres of natural beauty. Unwind in the eco-friendly cottage with a fully equipped kitchen, or enjoy cooking pizzas in the wood-fired oven. Explore native wildlife, and relax by the fireplace or at your private bathroom with its unique view.
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Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 491 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape
Piccabean Cottage is a fully self-contained Cottage nestled on the edge of the rainforest. There are 15 acres in which to wander and relax. This Cottage is the larger of our two cottages and accommodates up to 4 guests with a queen bed and a sofa bed that sleeps one adult or two children. The kitchen/dining area features a breeze through, giving the impressions of being outdoors, with the security of insect screens, and cafe style blinds in winter.
The bathroom or “Loo with a view” is in a separate building a few steps away, elevated and also screened so that you can watch the birds and wildlife from your vantage point. Please note we have composting toilets. Full kitchen facilities allow you to self-cater for all meals. Coffee and tea are provided. There is a common area in which you can enjoy the fireplace, barbecue or perhaps cook your own pizzas in the wood fired pizza oven (additional $25 for firewood).
Piccabean Cottage has an eco-friendly design, constructed with the sun, wind, rain and the seasons in mind which minimises the need for power (mostly solar), heating, and cooling. Many sustainable and reclaimed materials have also been incorporated in the construction. An abundance of native animals call Palmwoods Eco Escape home. In particular, you are sure to enjoy the birdlife. We also have happy chickens.
There is a second Cottage on the property - Turmeric Cottage - for those who might be travelling with friends or family. Guests are welcome to explore much of the 15acre property. Surfaces are uneven and may be slippery. Walking shoes are encouraged.
There is lots to see and do on the Sunshine Coast. In Palmwoods there are several local eateries including the popular Rick's Garage, repurposed as an American 50's diner, with big burgers and a whiskey bar upstairs. On a Thursday night and weekend lunch you'll often see a surprising array of classic cars and bikes. It is only a short drive to Montville, Maleny and the famous Eumundi Markets. Palmwoods Eco Escape is 3.8km from Palmwoods Railway Station and 24km from Sunshine Coast airport. A local bus terminates 1km away, with two daily services, Monday to Friday. Other bus routes service the bus stop near the railway station.
Please note that children 10 years or older are welcome to stay on the property.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no 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
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
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
Palmwoods, a neighbourhood in Sunshine Coast, is home to this holiday home. Australia Zoo and Chenrezig Institute are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mooloolaba Esplanade and Sunshine Plaza. Wildlife HQ Zoo and Big Pineapple are also worth visiting. Visit our Sunshine Coast travel guide
Is Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape located?
Located in Palmwoods, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Eudlo Creek National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ga'ri djaa ga'wun Nature Refuge and Chenrezig Institute. Wildlife HQ Zoo and Big Pineapple are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Piccabean Cottage - Palmwoods Eco Escape Reviews
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Very quiet and beautiful property. A great place to relax and enjoy time without the kids.
Kris L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Anne
21 Apr 2024
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A lovely little private cottage tucked away in palmwoods. The place was clean, cozy and very private. I received fresh eggs on arrival and Karleen (the owner) was very welcoming. I really enjoyed my stay and would love to come back again.
Very private, comfortable and cosy. Lovely setting.
Suzanne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Darren
21 Mar 2024
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If you're after a relaxing, private & peaceful getaway then you won't do much better than Piccabean Cottage, which sits on private property in a secluded spot at the edge of a small rainforest area, opening into larger open ground.
The setting is lush & natural, the cottage is fully kitted out with all necessary conveniences, the hosts Karleen and Dave are helpful & welcoming, and the location is far enough away from Palmwoods to be private, but close enough to be convenient. No complaints at all - will definitely be staying here again when revisiting the area.
Darren
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10/10 Excellent
Ben
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family of 4 had a fabulous relaxing 3 day break here over Easter. We were pleasantly surprised by the generous size of the cottage - the photos just didn’t do justice to how lovely it is. Everything you need is there including comfy beds and linen; board games; music and a verandah with the most stunning rainforest outlook. Karleen was such a wonderful host who greeted us with fresh eggs from her free range hens. The property is a well maintained private oasis and we look forward to coming back for another escape.
Ben
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Benjamin
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An open, relaxed, quiet, rainforest retreat surrounded by nature. The most relaxing stay I've ever had.
We had an incredible stay at the palmwoods Eco Escape. Our cabin was very clean and comfortable with a beautiful outlook into the rainforest. I don't think the photos do the place justice as it exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend staying here.
Alexander M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Tanya
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely amazing!!!
Tanya
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Bernice
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous cottage nestled in a tranquil, leafy location. Unique outdoor bathroom. Friendly hosts. We loved our stay and wish we could’ve stayed for longer.
This cottage provided for the perfect weekend relaxing getaway. It's position amoungst the forest provides for a real close up experience. It's totally private too with its location from other dwellings on the property. Couldn't fault this for anything and in summary extremely well priced too when comparing to other options.
Mark W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ingrid
16 July 2023
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had the most relaxing time there was nothing I would change. Loved doing the log fire. And the fresh eggs from the chickens yum
Beautiful recycling of sash windows and other hardwoods in the buildings. someone with skill and vision knew what and how to integrate each of the rooms with the gardens from various perspectives. Very private. Everything you could want in a short stay. Very grateful for the 1/2 dozen eggs from the chickens living in heaven! We will be back. Thanks
From being met by the owner at her fence, to farm fresh eggs and milk in the fridge, everything about our stay was excellent!
Being surrounded by rainforest and birdsong made for a relaxing stay.
Loved that everything was a little bit kinder to the earth ~
We had a truly wonderful time, felt refreshed and rebooted ~ sometimes all its takes is to simplify things, to really appreciate all we have to be grateful for.
Much gratitude also to our gracious hosts, felt very welcomed to their property, but also felt our time was spent in a little patch of secluded paradise.
Would totally recommend:)
We enjoyed our retreat amongst the greenery, listening to the birds. A midnight storm made for an adventure to the loo with the kids in the middle of the night!