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The River Cottage in Yunderup

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

The River Cottage in Yunderup

This cosy classic cottage is set in the most idyllic location, right on the banks of the river. With its own slipway, enjoy swimming or kayaking followed by cricket on the lawn and an evening by the firepit. The cottage has 1 Queen and a set of bunks plus single trundle and a fold-out bed, sleeping 7. The open plan living/kitchen/dining and veranda are delightful. This wonderful property is conducive to a relaxed holiday making plenty of special family memories.

This is what holidays should be made of: lazy days out on the river, playing with the kids on the lawn, relaxing on the veranda and an evening BBQ under the stars. The River Cottage offers it all and more.

This pretty home is rustic in style yet beautifully modernised and decorated. With a soaring timbered ceiling in the main living area, wooden floorboards and a gorgeous white timber kitchen, it exudes character. The kitchen is well-equipped, including a microwave, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine, and can seat 3 on stools at the island bench. The country style dining table seats 6, and the large comfy leather sofa invites the family to watch a movie at night on the smart TV with Apple TV provided (pay for your own movies). There is also a DVD player. If the weather gets cool, enjoy the warmth of the wood fire. Reverse air-conditioning ensures comfort in the summer and there are also ceiling fans.

Step out from the kitchen onto the spacious, cool veranda with its two comfy armchairs and another dining suite for 10. The level lawn meets the river frontage with its own slipway into the water. With only one neighbour, it’s private and tranquil. Listen to the trill of local birdlife and watch for twilight wildlife. Kayaks are provided for your use, and there is a cute cubby house for the children to play in, or try your hand at fishing or catching crabs. Enjoy the firepit in the cooler evenings.

The master bedroom has a Queen Bed and access to the veranda. The second bedroom is spacious, with a bunk (single above, double below), a trundle and a pull-out bed is also available. Plenty of storage is on offer in the built-in robe. The two bedrooms share a beautiful bathroom with a stained glass window and gorgeous original features. It has a shower, toilet and vanity. There is also a washing machine provided,

While the indoors is absolutely delightful and well-equipped for maximum comfort, you’ll be spending most of your time outside by the river, crabbing, fishing or kayaking, or cooking on the BBQ on the veranda. It’s truly idyllic!

Pets considered by owner for a $100 pet fee.

**PLEASE NOTE: CAMPING ON THE BACK LAWN IS NOT ALLOWED**

You will have access to the entire property during your stay.

We are available to answer any questions via our Guest App or over the phone during your stay. If there is something that requires attention during your stay, we will be able to attend within approximately 30 minutes.

The setting is superb. Dolphins and pelicans are your local visitors and at night time a friendly possum or two. North Yunderup is a sleepy nest and you’ll wonder at the peace and tranquillity. There are some local pubs and restaurants on the opposite side of the river and Pinjarra is a 10 minute drive where you’ll find a cafe, bakery, Redcliffe’s restaurant and Coles, as well as the golf course and Ranger Red’s Zoo and Conservation Park.

Mandurah is a 20 minute drive away with large shopping outlets and an array of cafes and restaurants. The beaches along this stretch of coast are stunning and well worth a visit. There are plenty of local nature walks as well as the historic Coopers Mill to explore. South Yunderup also offers an amazing kids adventure playground and supermarket.

But you honestly will not want to leave the property once you arrive, River Cottage is so idyllic. Don’t pass this one by!

DOGS & PETS
Most property owners will not allow guests to bring pets to their homes. There are some exceptions (the property will be listed as pet friendly) but under no circumstances are guests permitted to bring pets without first seeking permission and then obtaining prior written approval from the booking agent. A non-refundable pet fee of $100 is payable upon approval per animal. No pets to be on beds or furniture inside the property.

Once your booking is confirmed, you will be directed to our guest app. Prior to check-in, you will be required to complete an identity check by scanning your licence/passport and credit card before being provided with your arrival instructions. This provides security for the owners of the property so they are comfortable that you are who you say you are and you have the documents to prove it (similar to a hotel check-in procedure). We do not charge your card, nor does it get stored by our system, and you are welcome to block out some numbers, but please note that our Guest App has the highest level of PCI compliance available. This process is necessary due to the fact that we have a self-check-in system.
By booking with us you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in our Rental Policy and agree to follow our HOUSE RULES:
- No camping on the back lawn
- No smoking anywhere inside the property
- Report any breakages or damage
- Check-out by your agreed time
- Respect our neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum after 11pm
- Follow our STRICT NO PARTY POLICY.
If you are in any doubt as to this policy, please contact us immediately. Following these rules will ensure your security bond is returned to you in full and on time. Breaking these rules may result in charges being incurred as detailed in our terms and conditions. If you respect the property as you would your own home, you can relax and enjoy your stay.

Property manager

Shona MacErlich

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number STRA6208H741YOH4

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

386752

About the neighborhood

Map
North Yunderup, WA

Getting around

  • Mandurah Station - 11 min drive
  • Perth Airport (PER) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sporting Globe Mandurah - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ravenswood Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Groundswell Drivethru - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful 2BR cottage on the Murray River, sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Characterful 2BR cottage on the Murray River, sleeps 5?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful 2BR cottage on the Murray River, sleeps 5?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful 2BR cottage on the Murray River, sleeps 5 located?

Located in North Yunderup, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kingfisher Recreational Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Abingdon Miniature Village and Old Blythewood. William and Mary Beacham Reserve and South Yunderup Oval are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The River Cottage in Yunderup Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Belinda L.

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

Beautiful Break

The Cottage and location were AMAZING but the party house neighbours were a bit much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish B.

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

Magnificent views

Peaceful, relaxing and absolutely beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

Home away from home

Such a gorgeous place to stay, right on the river, family (including our furry friend) absolutely loved it. Everything you need and more. Comfy beds, awesome back yard, felt instantly relaxed :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas M.

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

Peaceful river spot

Great to relax by the river and fire
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinead W.

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

Loved it and will be back!

This was one of my most favourite holiday homes, we had the best time enjoying the river. It had everything we could ask for and more even little toys in the cubby house for our toddler. I loved kayaking basically in the backyard and we even had a dolphin visit us! Looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DOMINIK S.

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

Great location

Very nice and cosy cottage, great location to quick escape from the city..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tegan j.

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

Stunning

Fabulous spot, feels miles away even though it's so close to Perth and a stones throw from Mandurah. Loved it. Epic weekend there, will keep going back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

on the river

Great location well set up really enjoyed the break will return
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn C.

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

River location with character

A lovely place to stay by the river. The house was lovely. My boys loved the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

HIdden Gem

Absolutely charming cottage, delightful in every way. It was thoughtfully furnished and the supplies in the pantry were such a nice touch and greatly appreciated. The location was idylic. We stayed 2 nights but wished we had a week.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

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

Peaceful getaway

Great little spot. Right on the rivers edge. Nice and quiet. Heaps of bird life. Pelicans, black swans swimming up to our back yard. You can fish and crab right from the property. Canoe up the river. We hired a pontoon and spent a day cruising the river and canals. Everything we needed was provided at the house. Our dog absolutely loved exploring the garden and the neighbours were super friendly. Highly recommend 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen d.

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

Beautiful damily fruendly waterfront oasis

Beautiful house, gardens, furniture, appliances, the house was short of mothing- the outdooor heTer made for nice nights or the fire pit.. We had a beautiful stay, kids had a great time. House was clean, even had a bottle of wine & Chocolate awaiting. 5stars- bonus we could have our dogs. Thankyou
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Saw S.

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

Nice cosy spot

Its a nice cosy spot however listing did not accurately describe the lack of linen. Door knobs were mostly faulty, and hot water wasnt working half the time. Overall its still and enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect river getaway

When arriving you are greeted by a gorgeous little cottage with edible garden in the front and river along the back. Lots of ducks and birds to keep you company, just remember the mozzie guard. The cottage is tastefully decorated and very comfortable, light and a lovely breeze when you open the front door and back sliding door. Very quiet locations one my 15 mins to Mandurah or Pinjarra. We will definitely be back 🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Natalie C., Perth, Australia

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

Peaceful mini-break

Cute cottage in a lovely location set on an offshoot of the Murray River. Neutral decor, period features, comfy beds, huge stove, good shower. We spent nearly all of our time on the lawned area outside (on our own chairs), watching the ducks & birds and kayakers. It is a quiet section of the river so you don’t really get boats passing by. The front garden is lovely to wander around - lots of pretty flowers and fruit trees out the front. A tip for summer - pack the aerogard. The mozzies were out in the day time as well as night. There were some things that would have made our stay more comfortable - especially handrails on the front and back stairs. My 79 yo mum couldn’t go down the back stairs due to no handrails and I managed to stack it one night on the back stairs when taking the dog out. As short people we struggled to reach cups, glasses & plates and stood on a chair to reach them. A step stool would be good, or storing the crockery lower down or on cup hooks. The main bedroom had bedside lamps but they were not wired up and without globes. It would have been good to have functioning bedside lamps in both bedrooms. We found it a bit hard unlocking some of the doors; labeling the keys would reduce confusion. All in all a nice spot and bigger groups would likely make more use the verandah with its large bbq and table. We recommend this for people wanting a break away in a secluded location. I’d love to come back with a friend some time in the future, it would be really lovely in winter with the open fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022