The Gingerbread House – Tallebudgera Valley Escape
Welcome to The Gingerbread House , a peaceful hideaway tucked into the beautiful Tallebudgera Valley. Surrounded by lush greenery, with the property backing directly onto Tallebudgera Creek, you can hear the gentle flow of water and the soothing sounds of a nearby waterfall, pure bliss and serenity.
The Space
Thoughtfully styled and warmly inviting, the home is designed for comfort and relaxation. Sleeping up to 6 guests (by request) It features two bedrooms with flexible bedding arrangements, including a roll-out single bed and a single day bed, ideal for families or small groups.
The cosy living area provides a welcoming space to unwind, while the fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals or enjoy slow mornings with coffee. Outside, a wood-fired pizza oven and generous outdoor entertaining areas make alfresco dining and gatherings extra special. Verandas and garden spaces offer plenty of room to relax or simply take in the valley’s peaceful surroundings.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to:
The entire home
All sleeping areas and flexible bedding arrangements
Fully equipped kitchen
Lounge and dining spaces
Outdoor verandas, garden areas, and pizza oven
Free on-site parking
Wi-Fi and air conditioning
The Neighbourhood
Nestled in the heart of Tallebudgera Valley, Enjoy valley walks, Tallebudgera Creek local swimming spots such as Araluen swimming hole or a quiet moment in the garden, all within a short drive to Burleigh Heads and Palm Beach.
The Gingerbread House is also conveniently located close to popular wedding venues and provides a beautiful setting for small gatherings such as birthdays or engagements (approved on request only).
Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family retreat, or a small celebration, The Gingerbread House provides a serene and memorable valley experience.
The Gingerbread House is conveniently located approximately 24 km (about a 25‑minute drive) from Gold Coast Airport (OOL), making arrivals and departures easy for guests.
Please Note:
-The property is also home to a 7-year-old family dog named Nalah. She is very friendly and spends her time relaxing in the yard or on the verandah. She may bark briefly upon arrival; however, once you say her name she will settle, as she is very used to visitors. If you have any concerns regarding dogs, please let us know in advance and we will make alternative arrangements for Nalah during your stay.
-If requested, the roll-out single bed and day bed are located in the upstairs master bedroom.
-We provide enough amenities and toilet paper for the first three days of your stay only.
To ensure a safe and positive stay during your time with us, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the following terms and conditions.
Check in time is 3PM - Checkout time is 11AM (guests can arrange an adjusted check-in/out time prior to arrival)
Quiet hours are from 9PM until 9AM (Weeknights)
10PM until 9AM Weekends (Friday night, Saturday morning Saturday night, Sunday morning)
Late Check-Out Fee:
Guests must check out by the designated time. For every 30 minutes past check-out time without prior approval, a $100 fee will be charged.
Please be respectful of our neighbors. No music is allowed on the balcony during quiet hours.
Occupants:
You must not exceed the amount of guests on the booking. If more guests are found to be staying, there will be an additional charge of $100 per person per night.
BBQ Area: Please clean up after using the BBQ facilities.
*If a BBQ needs extra cleaning, a $75 fee will be taken from your bond payment
Pool:
No glass bottles or containers allowed in the pool area. (This included glass bottled alcohol eg. Wine bottles/beer bottles)
No alcoholic drink is permitted within 1 meter of the pool edge, or inside the pool
Children under 14 years must always be supervised by an adult.
After using the pool, please ensure you are completely dry before entering the elevator.
Additionally, diving is not permitted in the pool.
Parking:
Please use only the dedicated parking spot provided in your check-in details. Parking in any other spot will result in your car being towed.
Guests are not allowed to use the visitor parking.
Rubbish:
Do not leave rubbish in the car park. A $100 fee will be charged for garbage removal from this area.
Spare bin bags are provided for your convenience during your stay. Please use them for any extra rubbish in the apartment. If the council bins are full, we kindly ask that you dispose of excess rubbish at an alternative location. Failure to do so may result in a rubbish removal fee of up to $100.
Balcony:
Hanging items like towels or clothing over the balcony railing is not permitted.
Bookers accountability:
The actions of any guest in the property are the responsibility of the person who made the booking. For example, if a secondary guest damages any property or breaks rules resulting in any action being taken, it will be reflected on the deposit that the booker has put down.
Keys:
A loss of keys which results in new keys being cut or fobs needing to be ordered will come at a cost relative to each item.
- Fob replacement $100
- Key re-cut $50
- Garage remote replacement $150
- An additional charge of 1 hour labor will also be added to retrieve the replacements.
Please take good care of the keys, some keys are extremely hard to replace and require a week-long process to re-order and then driving an hour to pick them up.
Key Return:
If the keys are not returned to where they were picked up from, you will be charged accordingly as per our check-out instructions.
eg.
- No photo proof = $50.
- keys locked inside apartment/house resulting in a call out to bring spare keys = $150.
Security Deposit:
A security deposit of $1000 will be held during your stay. This will be held 3 days before checkout. We do not have access to this money it is just a hold in your account. This deposit will be released within 4 days of your checkout date. Never will we deduct any money without prior discussion about any issue or misconduct of this agreement
Pets:
If you do not have a pet registered with us prior to check-in and there is evidence that a pet was present during your stay you will be charged up to $1000. A pet visible in the property during your stay may also result in the termination of the booking with no refund.
Smoking Policy:
Smoking is prohibited on the Premises. (This includes balconies in apartments)
If there is any evidence of smoking in or outside the apartment you will be charged $200
Subletting:
Subletting the property is strictly prohibited.
Inspections:
The Host may inspect the property (On long stays over 20 days) with prior notice, as per state law. If any terms of the agreement are violated, the stay may be terminated immediately.
Damage:
Any damage caused by the Guest will be deducted from the security deposit. A property report is conducted before each guest arrives, and again after guests vacate. These reports will be provided to the guest to show the damage occurred during their stay.
Quiet Enjoyment:
Guests should behave respectfully towards neighbors. Disturbances, such as large gatherings or parties, are grounds for immediate termination of the agreement. There is a strict no-party policy. A full deduction of the security deposit will result from an unwarranted party.
Host’s Liability:
The Host is not responsible for any injuries or damage as a result of misuse of property during the stay.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover unexpected events such as illness or changes in plans. Unfortunately, we’re unable to modify or cancel bookings due to sickness or personal circumstances once the cancellation period has passed — which is why travel insurance is the best way to protect your stay and peace of mind.
Use of Premises:
The property can be used for commercial use if requested and accepted prior to arrival.
Illegal Activity:
The property must be used for legal purposes only. Illegal activities will result in immediate termination of the agreement without a refund.
Lost Possessions:
The Host is not responsible for any personal items left behind. Gold Coast Accomodations only holds lost property for 48 hours.
Additionally, guests will be asked to fill out an online check-in form before arriving at the apartment. The check-in form will require the following.
- Photo ID (of occupants over the age of 18)
- A selfie that matches the photo ID
For security and verification purposes, the name on the booking must match the identification of the guests upon check-in. If the registered name does not match the arriving guests, entry to the property will not be permitted.
Unfortunately, alterations within 30 days of the check-in date that result in a reduction in price will not be accepted. Other alterations are not guaranteed and will be subject to the host`s discretion.
Breaking the rules agreed upon can result in immediate eviction with no refund.
Thank you for your cooperation in adhering to these house rules. We hope you enjoy your stay with us! If you have any questions or concerns during your stay, please don`t hesitate to contact us.
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