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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Ancient Gardens Guest house & Botanical Gardens in Ilkley offers a serene garden and a saltwater swimming pool. Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, an outdoor fireplace, and an outdoor seating area. Comfortable Amenities: The guest house features air-conditioning, streaming services, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, patio, and ground-floor unit with garden views. Nearby Attractions: Located 14 mi from Sunshine Coast Airport, the property is close to Aussie World (6.2 mi), SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (11 mi), and Australia Zoo (12 mi). Guests can also enjoy walking tours and explore nearby attractions such as Big Pineapple and Kondalilla Falls. Guest Highlights: Guests highly rate the garden, host, and the property’s convenience for nature trips.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Bedroom 3
2 bunk beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Erica
    United States United States
    This was a really special experience. It was truly an honor to get to stay at this beautiful location and meet Peter and his family. We really appreciated the tour around the garden and learning all about the rare Cycads. I definitely recommend...
  • Mitchell
    Australia Australia
    The gardens were absolutely amazing. The location is also very quiet at night time with no road noise around. It is a simple property, but it has everything that we needed. The host even gave us a tour of all of the plants around the property
  • Knutson
    Australia Australia
    The gardens were unbelievable and the host took the time to explain them. Rare plants, cycads from from exotic sources. Amazing
  • Wilson
    Australia Australia
    The gardens and the hosts tours of the frog pond and cycads
  • Ken
    Canada Canada
    Privacy, beautiful gardens, large space and exceptional host!
  • Leonie
    Australia Australia
    A unique experience we found by accident looking for accomodation in the area for a family event. Peter's passion for his garden has created an other-worldly like environment around his very comfortable guest house. Peter's tours were...
  • Russell
    Australia Australia
    Sometimes life just throws you delightful surprises. In essence our little family was just looking for a place to crash, but instead found ourselves in a mystical wonderland that became the highlight of our trip! Ancient Gardens sprawling cycad...
  • Joshua
    Australia Australia
    Ancient Gardens Guesthouse & Botanical Gardens offers a one-of-a-kind experience, immersing you in the beauty of rare cycads and a wide array of impressive plants from Africa and around the world. What makes this visit even more special is Peter’s...
  • Leeanne
    Australia Australia
    Lovely place, host was very accomadating friendly and very happy to show his exceptional garden
  • Adam
    Australia Australia
    Peter and his family were wonderful hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Hosted by Peter & Clare Heibloem

9.9
Host Review Score
Peter & Clare Heibloem
A unique luxury self contained 3 Bedroom hinterland guesthouse for up to 6+,+a 2 ha spectacular landscaped private botanical garden shown on DVD "Worlds Greatest Gardens"-spectacular, tranquil,quiet, without equal, world famous, close to beaches & shops . A totally unique subtropical setting, enriching to the soul, See plants 100-200 yrs old .A pool is available & rooms have-3 new smart TV,s, with Netflix / movies etc. A truly memorable experience to be enjoyed. Pet & child friendly. The bedrooms are spacious with wardrobe storage in both master bedrooms. The lounge /dining area can comfortably accommodate 6+ adults for both meals and entertainment. The 2 new leather recliners seat 3-4 adults on each. The kitchen is fully equipped with 4 gas burners & an electric oven + a microwave oven if needed, and all cooking utensils etc. The gardens are established 30 years, and the gardens are now opening for guests to stay. Ideal for a weekend escape or longer stay to explore the Sunshine Coast and hinterland. The plant collection featured on 5 different TV shows & is unique! Everything in the guesthouse is in new condition, & the facility has 2 large bathrooms one for each main bedroom.
See on the web : cycadgardens and alphadynamic to find out more. I have taught over 30,000 students a unique 32 hr. personal development seminar in 10 countries for over 30 years. I am interested in spirituality, metaphysics and the brain sciences as well as loving plants, animals and people.I was previously a tax agent and Chartered Accountant 35 yrs ago and then changed ,& began teaching others how to unlock their brain & mind's hidden potential so they could enjoy more success and happiness in their life. Clare trained as a teacher & now does volunteer work for a local charity. We have a nursery and other businesses. We opened our guesthouse so we could meet and enjoy new 'friends' and share our now world famous garden with others. We live on Sunshine Coast, Australia and work as a : CEO Company Director & Seminar presenter. The optional garden tour takes 40 minutes and is a highlight for guests as many of the plants are ancient and extremely rare and cannot be seen anywhere else in Australia ,not even in the National Botanical Gardens. It is an experience to remember!
Peter’s home is located on the Sunshine Coast in the Ilkley area, South East Queensland, Australia. A famous tourist destination with exceptional beaches, scenic forests and mountain views.Our place is in a very quiet rural setting, 5 minutes drive off the Bruce Hwy & Forest Glen, close to everything the Sunshine Coast has to offer, without the noise or crowds. The guesthouse is 300 metres from the road so almost total quiet except for the sound of nature. The small 'town' of Eudlo with general store & coffee shop is 5 minutes drive away. Superb restaurants 10 min.s away in Buderim. The guesthouse setting is extremely peaceful and energising.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 1:30 AM to 3:00 PM
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Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 30 per child, per night
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 30 per child, per night

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No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $30 per pet, per stay applies for small dogs up to 6 kg and $40 for larger dogs over 6 kg. Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed.

Please inform Ancient Gardens Guesthouse & Botanical Gardens of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.