GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth! - Perth

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 996 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Hovea, WA

John Forrest National Park6 min drive
Red Hill Auditorium14 min drive
Mundaring Weir14 min drive
Perth, WA (PER)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+1

4 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth!

*Your own private 3 Bedroom Cottage - 2 Queen bedrooms + 4 children's bunks + 3 cots! (extra roll out beds available)
Gorgeous Log fire + Reverse cycle air - heating for winter, come and toast marshmallows!
Cool air-conditioning for summer, Childrens splash pool provided for Summer months.
We strongly recommend a minimum stay of 3 NIGHTS to allow enough time to enjoy all activities on and near the farm!
Lovely Family or Romantic Couple farm holiday experience. You have your very own private, beautifully renovated, self-contained Cottage all to yourself but with hosts living on the 12 acre property should you require anything! Gumleaf Cottage is a 100 year old typical Australian farm cottage, situated on the property of Golden West Haflinger Stud where Cathy used to breed these beautiful golden, blonde ponies which originate from Austria!

Always a variety of farmyard pets to play with and the kids are welcome to join in with animal feeding and care every morning, including collecting the eggs! They will be well entertained with our variety of very friendly farmyard pets including Rabbits, Miniature Goats, Sheep, Chickens, Dog, Cats, Parrots, miniature ponies and of course our gorgeous golden Haflinger ponies!

Located on the doorstep of the Perth Hills and Swan Valley vineyards and Tourism precinct, local country pubs, fine dining restaurants, wineries, Fruit picking, weekend markets and more!
Surrounded by natural bush and farmland with beautiful Australian flora and fauna to explore right on your doorstep. Kangaroos, possums and bandicoots visit the property most nights!

* A peaceful rural atmosphere yet only 40 minutes from Perth city!
* Fantastic world class restaurants, pubs and vineyards in the local area!
* Only 40 minutes to beautiful white sand beaches or to the city of Perth!
* Horse-riding lessons for beginners available.
* Walking or Bike riding trails straight from the farm gate!
* Ideal short-stay for families or peaceful getaway for couples!
(Discounts for longer stays or relocating overseas families)

Horse and Pony rides - Whether you are horse experienced or not, it is difficult not to fall in love with these gentle lovable ponies. Riding lessons or led pony rides are available on request on a pay as you use basis.

*Bring your Horse/Pony with you!... Ideal location for country riders as the State Equestrian Centre is only 15 minutes away. Overnight Agistment available by arrangement.

***Please bring casual clothing as you can expect to get dirty exploring the farm and joining in animal feeding. Wellington boots are a good idea for kids, or at least enclosed footwear!

Nearby Tourist Attractions!

John Forrest National Park
Whiteman Park
Caversham Wildlife Park
Lake Lechenaultia
2 Sisters & a Chef Restaurant
The Brook Garden Restaurant
Malmalling Vineyard & Cafe
Parkerville Pub
Mahogany Inn Bar & Restaurant
Chocolate Factory
Ice Creamery
Sweets and Treats
Nougat Factory
Swan Valley Wagon Trails
Western Australian Reptile Park
Supa Golf at the Swan Valley Oasis
Vines World Class Golf Course
Aboriginal Gallery and Performance Centre
Award winning Wineries & Restaurants
Boutique Breweries
Kookaburra Outdoor Theatre
Bibblumun Walk Track/ Bike trails/ Horse trails
Red Hill Auditorium (Concerts)
State Equestrian Centre - Events
Country towns within an hour drive - York, Northam, Toodyay

Property manager

Cathy Anne Hingley

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Pool

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Lots of games, toys, trampoline,bikes & animals!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

No smoking inside cottage, only on verandah's!

No additional visitors without Owners consent. Visitors must leave the property before 6pm.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Perth

This cottage is located in Hovea, a neighbourhood in Perth, and is in a rural area. Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead and Mandoon Estate are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Strettle Road Reserve and John Forrest National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Zanthorrea Nursery and SuperCars Perth. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Hovea, WA

What's nearby

John Forrest National Park - 6 min drive
Red Hill Auditorium - 14 min drive
Mundaring Weir - 14 min drive
Sandalford Winery - 17 min drive
Caversham Wildlife Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

Midland Station - 13 min drive
Perth Airport (PER) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Mundaring Istanbul Kebab and Turkish Bakery - 4 min drive
Hungry Jack's - 5 min drive
Mt Helena Tavern - 10 min drive
Little Nook Cafe - 9 min drive
Hemingway & Co. - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GUMLEAF COTTAGE FARMSTAY - Free daily Animal feeding - close to Perth! located?

This family-friendly Perth cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Strettle Road Reserve, Beelu National Park and Eagle's View Walk Trail Trailhead. Mundaring Arts Centre is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

JK H.

21 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful place to relax

My whole family had a great time at the farm stay. Cathy was a wonderful host, showing us around the place and running all the activities. The kids can't get enough of the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

2 Jul 2021

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

Lovely Time

The property was beautiful. Cathy was really friendly and helpful. Lots of animals. We took teenage girls and they had a great time. They were able to just wander around the large property safely whenever they wanted to. Cathy's pets were all so friendly. (Dogs and cats) Big bonfire on Saturday night was great. Little house / cabin fully equipped with all the essentials. Beautiful fireplace. Heating in every room. Relaxing! :-)

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina F.

2 Jan 2019

We had a lovely peaceful stay,away from the hustle and bustle of the city

A perfect place for a family to enjoy the natural outdoors! Our grandson loved feeding the animals and the chickens, riding the pony was his highlight..

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yanie M.

18 Dec 2018

Serene & enriching stay!

Our host Cathy was such a lovely lady and made us feel at home. The kids loved the farm activities & playing with Tux the most! Cottage wise was decent & have almost the amenities and we do slept well throughout our stay! Thank you Cathy for having us!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tania J.

9 Nov 2018

Best family short break ever!

What a magical place! This is our second time here, this time with a 2.5 and 4 year old. From the moment we arrived the kids were entertained with the numerous toys and activities. The morning and afternoon feeding sessions with the animals was a hit. The kids loved their bedroom and we loved the peace and tranquility. All so close to Perth and everything you could possibly think of was supplied. Cathy and her trusty dog were fantastic with the kids going above and beyond their duty. Thank you!!! We’ll be back.

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Anne Hingley

I absolutely love living in the Perth Hills, surrounded by nature and yet so close and convenient to everything! We are so spoilt for choice for great food and wineries! Yet the beach is straight down the highway 35 minutes away!
I love children and seeing them learn and appreciate the freedom of life on the farm, it makes it all worthwhile! My animals are family members and very dear to my heart!

Why they chose this property

Popular for its unique location in the lovely Perth Hills..... Rural yet close to everything! So many activities for the whole family!
Freedom to relax and enjoy peace and return to family values from times gone by! Leave the technology behind and interact with the family outside on our lovely farm.

What makes this property unique

Very well equipped for Families and Children with toys, games, books and sports equipment, including bikes provided.
Pony rides & beginner riding lessons by appointment.
Fantastic Pubs, Restaurants and wineries on our doorstep, or if you prefer to self cater you have your own fully equipped kitchen and BBQ.

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