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Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa

4.5 star property
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Balcony
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player
Reception
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
584 Maleny-Montville Road, Balmoral Ridge, QLD, 4552
  • Gerrards Lookout
    8 min walk
  • Lake Baroon
    3 min drive
  • Maleny Cheese
    4 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Balmoral Ridge

With a stay at Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa in Balmoral Ridge, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Bariya Nature Refuge and 8 minutes by foot from Gerrards Lookout. .This luxury cottage is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Australia Zoo and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Dilkusha Nature Refuge.

What's nearby

  • Lake Baroon - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Maleny Dairies - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Australia Zoo - 16 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk - 17 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 14 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monica's Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Unplugged - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Maple 3 Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Finbars - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa

Luxury cottage with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with private spa tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Balmoral Ridge cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the cottage's full-service spa, Sanctuary Day Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and private spa tubs. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Kitchenettes are outfitted with refrigerators, microwaves, and espresso makers. Flat-screen televisions and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this cottage include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the cottage's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, German

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Lillypilly's Country Cottages Day Spa House Balmoral Ridge
Lillypilly's Country Cottages Day Spa Balmoral Ridge
Lillypilly's Cottages & Day
Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa Cottage
Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa Balmoral Ridge
Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa Cottage Balmoral Ridge

Lillypilly's Cottages & Day Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable break away
Great for a short break, although the outdoor balcony was in serious need of cleaning and cob web removal. The hammock was very mouldy but was lovely to sit in. Unfortunately our cottage was on the road side and the traffic was very noticeable. I was craving an escape from Sydney to hear the birds, but the traffic was overpowering them 😔 I think the cottages on the opposite side of the property overlooking the valley would be much nicer. I know it’s a case of ‘you get what you pay for’ and this cottage was less than many others you can choose from in the area, but I would have expected the cleaning to be more up to scratch. Interiors of the cottage was also very dated with big chunky furniture that doesn’t maximise the space well. I understand bring a small business though upgrades are expensive and this is purely my own personal experience. I’m sure there are many others who would enjoy the cottage styling and appreciate the surrounds as they are.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perhaps not
Robotic checkin, not interested in providing information regarding suitable places to take our dog walking. Nothing available onsite. Breakfast was delicious and well cooked. Housekeeping exemplary. Picnic hamper (platter as we stayed in) was hideously overpriced for $90. Much better value available in Maleny. Couldn’t walk anywhere from balmoral ridge, it’s on a main road and about 15 minutes drive from Maleny. Felt like we were imposing on them because we took our dog. Advertised as pet friendly, and I contacted them prior to ensure that they were aware. Although the accommodation was clean and as advertised, I wouldn’t stay again because we felt unwelcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay. Great service.
Nice place to stay in a bush setting with scrub turkeys feeding outside our cabin. Great views from deck. Service was great with a nice breakfast. The only negative is the close road noise from heavy vehicle traffic at night and early morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded and relaxing - well run and they think of everything you need for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful owners, very willing to assist with any needs or requirements. Beautiful little cottage with incredible views and amazing breakfasts cooked each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the food is very yummy and owner are very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing stay!
Comfortable bed and lovely surroundings. Wonderful hosts who make you welcome. What a relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Miriam, Brisbane, Queensland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect winter escape
Loved our time at Lillypillys’s! Perfect for a get away and utterly relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy cottage with privacy and beautiful view
A very tranquil relaxing few days away from the every day. Completely enjoyable and peaceful allowing time to reconnect and very intimate and private. We never saw other guests as the garden surroundings complete the scenery. Very happy and definitely would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Over and beyond our expectations would give a 10!
Where do I even start on our amazing experience? First our babysitter fell through at the last second, I rang and asked them if I could bring my 9 year old son and what the extra costs would be. He said don't even worry! He stayed free and we only had to pay extra for our son's breakfast in the morning. When we arrived he greeted us and took us down to our cottage (I have been on many, many retreats and the staff have not once taken us to our cottage, rather they would throw the key at you and that was that). He was such a gentleman. He had extra blankets, pillows, cups already organised for our son to stay. There was home-made chocolates and cookies waiting for us, as well as fresh scones. My husband ordered some wine for us and we were amazed when they gave us 2009 wine all the way from kangaroo island (top notch stuff!), he showed us all the hot spots to visit. He brought us breakfast fit for a king and queen's feast each morning and it was absolutely delicious, did I mention this breakfast is complimentary in your booking price? Wow. They even noticed my son liked their home-made cookies so filled the jar back up for him and that my husband liked the pod coffee so gave us extra pods. So much attention to detail.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peace and Tranquillity
Nice, peaceful surroundings, and friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jamie, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing retreat
Had a wonderful stay at Lillypilly’s. This was my second time I stayed there with my partner and it was a night away without children. it was very relaxing. The ‘little touches’ make the accommodation very comfortable and I will definately be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Blythe, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodation, surroundings and staff!
We had an absolutely wonderful time. Everything was beautiful and relaxing. The staff were so thoughtful and lovely. The cabin was just gorgeous, and the view was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mandy, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Getaway
Arrived at Lillypillys to be greeted by lovely owners and complimentary scones,jam and cream which were delicious. Stayed in cottage with a slight lake view and fabulous spa bath with comfy bed. Everything lovely with tasty breakfast. Nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing.Thank you Lillypilly's for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a escape
Easy to get to, but feel like you are away from everything. From the second you step into the place you automatically de-stress with welcoming forest entrance and hosts/owners who are relaxed and go out of their way to make sure you know the facility and how to relax... nothing was too much trouble and the place is built for a stress free get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A romantic getaway
The room was magical with many extras making it a romantic getaway. The host was very welcoming and couldn't do enough to please
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect getaway
Nice quiet location. Food was excellent and staff are wonderful.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Too expensive for what you get.
too expensive for what you get, small shower, small spa, small rooms. There are better places to stay for the same price in the area. Not able to do any cooking in cottage as it only has a microwave and hot water jug. So you have to eat the expensive meals or eat out. Only two coffee pod left in unit for your coffee. Other type available in bags.

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely cottage, private, amazing view
Fantastic accommodation in beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Delicious meals in privacy of your room. Owners are lovely! Spa was excellent 5stars for comfort and location etc....couldn't fault a thing!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Ali, Brisbane, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic cottage with great amenities and a view
Spent a romantic weekend at Lillypilly's cottages. Everything was perfect, including the cottage itself (with a private spa bath and a view on the lake), and the food. I highly recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Getaway
We were looking for a quiet getaway to recharge before the work year begins and could not have picked a better place. From the minute we arrived we were made to feel welcome and completely at home by the amazing couple the run the place. Our cottage was perfect although we booked last minute and missed out on a lake view cottage. The food was outstanding and the spa package left us ready to tackle another year of work. 10/10!

10/10 Excellent

Sharron, Gympie, QLD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private, relaxing and rejuvinating!
Lovely staff, great food and service. Highly recommend it!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, secluded room
Upon check in we were greeted and made to feel like family. We were served home made scones and introduced to our room. The room was gorgeous, clean & tidy. The spa bath was wonderful! I'd happily stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

sarah, ACT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location
I loved this place. The staff were amazing, taking care of every one staying within lillypillys. Every small detail was taken care of from cleanliness to room service, breakfast and more. The manager was so friendly every time I spoke with him. And helped with every query our family had. Very pleased with lillypillys