Title: beautiful house in Brisbane Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=641&destination=Brisbane%2C+Queensland%2C+Australia&selected=91377446&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # beautiful house in Brisbane ## Photo gallery for beautiful house in Brisbane ![Property grounds - beautiful house in Brisbane (Sinnamon Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91380000/91377500/91377446/dc9ec69b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - beautiful house in Brisbane (Sinnamon Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91380000/91377500/91377446/384ce731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - beautiful house in Brisbane (Sinnamon Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91380000/91377500/91377446/60bc6fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - beautiful house in Brisbane (Sinnamon Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91380000/91377500/91377446/9b63d24b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - beautiful house in Brisbane (Sinnamon Park)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91380000/91377500/91377446/3559a6a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a charming family home, perfectly positioned for easy living. Unwind in the formal lounge, entertain in the undercover area with a wood-fired Pizza oven, or enjoy quality time with family and friends in the open plan design. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £221 includes taxes & fees 25 Mar - 26 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### beautiful house in Brisbane Beautiful family home \* 3 built-in bedrooms \* Perfectly positioned main family bathroom to service the family and 2 toilets \* Formal lounge and family room which flows well from the kitchen \* Open plan design making both living and entertaining easy with an entertaining undercover area for that weekend BBQ \* Double lock up garage converted to a large rumpus \* Ceiling fan in every room. \*.Great wood-fired Pizza oven in the entertaining area. \* two minutes walk to shops(path in the street behind this house). This breezy home is a true gem complete with a flat backyard and cubby house within walking distance to transport and less than 5 minutes'’ drive to Mount Ommaney Shopping Center. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122250000/122247400/122247376/29b560ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family-friendly Home in Vibrant West End West End - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-07&endDate=2026-04-08&selected=122247376&PinnedHotelID=122247376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122180000/122170400/122170387/5d5ebedd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant 2-bed With Balcony by Parks and Amenities Hawthorne - 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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Sinnamon Park, a neighbourhood in Brisbane, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Roma Street Parkland and South Bank Parklands, while Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Brisbane Showgrounds are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Suncorp Stadium or The Gabba. 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There's public BBQ facilities, picnic tables, washrooms and a playground. The footpath stretches along Brisbane River and is a beautiful place to run. There's parking at the park but you could also walk here from Oxley train station (about 20 minutes). ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354324/fb972405-600f-42b5-af71-461b476f182a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rocks Riverside Park 5 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Mt. Ommaney Centre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Canossa Private Hospital 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - McLeod Country Golf Club 8 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Suncorp Stadium 18 min drive \- 10.2 miles ### Getting around - Brisbane Darra Station 3 min drive - Brisbane Airport (BNE) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 3 min drive - Lucha Brewing Co. 3 min drive - The Coffee Club 9 min walk - Hotel Monier 18 min walk - Cafe 63 Sinnamon Park 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is beautiful house in Brisbane pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at beautiful house in Brisbane? ### How much is parking at beautiful house in Brisbane? ### What time is check-in at beautiful house in Brisbane? ### What time is check-out at beautiful house in Brisbane? ### Where is beautiful house in Brisbane located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## beautiful house in Brisbane Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter N. 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super close to shopping centre via a motorway underpass which was super handy. Perfect location to see Brisbane. And a lovely house to enjoy the tropical climate in. ##### Peter N. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Renae F. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay The house had plenty of room both I side and out. It was clean, had a range of activities and was close to shops. ##### Renae F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely home, everything we needed was there. A convinient spot to get in and around Brisbane. Family with kids had lots of fun. Had an outdoor playhouse that the kids immediately love. Big thank you to the home owner ##### Erin Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick H. 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient We enjoyed our stay and visited Lone Pine sanctuary which is quite close. Shopping is nearby. We appreciated our host’s flexibility on checkout time.Thank you. ##### Nick H. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jai R. 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Good place to stay ##### Jai R. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sus C. 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super convenient location for us, and a very practical house layout. ##### Sus C. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Brett 22 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice comfortable accommodation ##### Brett Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location was perfect for our business and the assistance offered has been fantastic.We stayed numerous times over the course of the last couple of months and each instance has been great - especially putting up with us and a few minor mishaps in the beginning. Thank you! ##### Amanda S. Stayed 14 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mo A. 29 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay in Brisbane This place was very convenient for my family attending a wedding in the same surbub. The description was very accurate and fully stocked with essentials. The owner, Dhanya was very accommodating. ##### Mo A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you for being a great provider All of us enjoyed our stay and will stay again if the opportunity comes up again. Thank you ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen C. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Stephen C. 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