"Cat and Jon's place was exactly as described. It was spotlessly clean, the linen was lovely and there were many little thoughtful extras which were really appreciated. Both Cat & Jon were extremely welcoming, offering plenty of local advice." 5/5 Kristy, Apr24
"Cat and Jon were amazing and went above and beyond... The house is beautiful and lovely and cosy, amazing heating system, comfortable beds and child and baby friendly spaces" 5/5 Liz, Apr24
SERENITY COTTAGE
Escape to tranquility at Serenity Cottage enviably situated down an enchanting forest clad path, off the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail.
This self-contained luxurious pioneering cottage was built for the Mill Store Manager’s family, the Jamiesons, uniquely set amidst the forest yet only a ten-minute walk from this historic timber town’s amenities.
Serenity Cottage can welcome up to six guests, across two large queen bedrooms and a pull-out double sofa bed. Retaining its heritage charm, the cottage boasts original jarrah floors, high ceilings with elaborate detailing, French doors onto a wrap-around veranda and large fireplaces in the living room (with an inset wood burner) and a kitchen (with an inset new oven). The house has been beautifully furnished, including a romantic four-poster carved bed in the master bedroom and beautiful furnishings throughout. There is a spacious living/dining room with a well-stocked bookcase and a new country-style kitchen, bathroom and separate w/c. The undercover outdoor dining/seating area has well-established cottage gardens with the forest as a backdrop.
Immerse yourself in nature and unwind in this carefully restored self-contained cottage, promoting relaxation and well-being.
Luxurious Bedrooms
Our well-appointed rooms contain queen and long single beds, all with the highest quality orthopedic mattresses and an anti-allergen mattress topper as standard. Our beds are draped in breathable, long staple one-thousand thread count cotton satin weave sheets for a silky soft feel against your skin. Both bedrooms have split systems providing both air-conditioning as well as heating.
The spacious bedrooms contain antique furniture, including full length mirrored robes as well as spacious dressing tables with ample draw space. The restored high ceilings contain beautiful patterns throughout as well as ceiling roses and detailed cornices.
Beautifully Detailed Accommodation
Your self-contained cottage, houses two bedrooms (sleeping 4) and there is a pull out double sofa bed available on request (sleeping 2). There is a large dining/living room as well as one bathroom, a separate w/c and a large well-stocked kitchen. You have a separate well-stocked garden as well as a spacious outdoor veranda with a dining table and seating. The stunning lounge also boasts detailed high ceilings and contains a full bookcase and a smart television with Netflix, A wood burner is available in the winter months to sit and listen to the gentle crackle of the fire.
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There is a barbeque on the patio available in the winter months.
Large Bathroom with Seperate W/c
Your well appointed bathroom, benefiting from a separate toilet room. contains a Remington Pro hairdryer and plush, lightweight, absorbent, Egyptian cotton towels. Locally produced natural toiletries including shower fizzes, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and soap are infused with essential oils inspired by our country cottage gardens and surrounding forest.
Enjoy the Gardens
Enjoy viewing and listening to the variety of birds visiting the flower beds and bird baths from your private veranda and garden seating. There's also an undercover barbeque to sit with a drink and soak up the atmosphere.
Full Kitchen
Your kitchen has everything you need to cook up a banquet, including an oven, large fridge freezer, toaster, microwave, crockery, cutlery, kettle and a Lavazza coffee machine. Staples such as iced water, teas, coffees, milk, sugar, oil, salt and pepper are also provided There is also an iron and ironing board as well as a clothes horse and barbeque tools and cleaning products provided.