Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a terrace, Kaalba is located in Maleny. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 22 km from Australia Zoo. With free WiFi, this guest house provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and toaster. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the guest house can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Aussie World is 30 km from Kaalba, while SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium is 43 km away. Sunshine Coast Airport is 48 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Maleny

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Grace
    Australia Australia
    Cottage is in amongst a forest of trees, beautiful and serene location. Property is landscaped so you can enjoy walks to the creek at end of property. Cottage is spacious and has everything you need. Owner is welcoming and helpful.
  • Saskia
    Australia Australia
    The surroundings were absolutely beautiful and also not too far from shops when you need anything. Prime location. The property was clean and well maintained and looks exactly like the images provided. The owner of the place was very welcoming...
  • Andreas
    Germany Germany
    We have currently been travelling in Southeast Asia and Oceania for six months and this was one of our best stays. We liked it so much that we stayed even longer. Everything has already been said about the details in the other reviews. So: Do not...
  • Darren
    Australia Australia
    Amazing location amongst the rainforest, very comfortable, has everything you need for a relaxing retreat. Friendly host.
  • Steve
    Australia Australia
    Private Well appointed Tranquil, the beautiful Obi Obi Creek & birdlife serenading us. Steve & Tyyni are lovely & very helpful
  • Lorna
    Australia Australia
    Kaalba is a lovely place to stay in a beautiful and peaceful location. Everything you want is there. Friendly and welcoming owners. Lovely waking up to lots of different bird songs. Will definitely be going back.
  • Sandy
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful setting. Well-appointed cabin. Well-stocked library. Friendly, helpful host. Perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
  • Paul
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Perfect spot to enjoy beautiful Maleny and the birds of the rainforest. Steven was a great host and helped us by arranging a new rental car. The cabin was well equipped with everything you want.
  • Caroline
    Australia Australia
    Location was perfect for our needs, close to the Maleny Golf Course. The cottage was clean and comfortable, great shower, everything that was needed. Beautiful view from balcony of the rain forest. Great walks wished we had more time. Our host was...
  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    Great views all around, lots of birds, also platypus present. Nice to have good quality extras like olive oil and ground coffee available, and citrus fruit to pick off the trees.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Steven Lang

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Host review score
Steven Lang
Kaalba is perched on the hillside only a hundred metres from the Obi Obi Creek. It is a delightful self-contained studio with views out over the rainforested valley. It is in a quiet and protected location. Throughout the year more than ninety species of bird can be seen (and heard) from the veranda. When it's raining the sound of the river fills the valley. Situated on the east side of Maleny it is seven minutes from the town centre and ten minutes from Montville – only thirty-five minutes to the coast – close to several of the most popular wedding venues on the Range. This is a special place: a short walk leads to a deep fifty metre long swimming hole with basalt rock steps. A little further and you'll discover the waterfall and rapids. Platypus live in the creek, if you're an early riser you can almost guarantee to see them. Modern, clean, well-designed and furnished this is beautiful place to stay, as our many guests attest.
Tyyni and I have lived in the region for 30 years. We're both strong conservationists interested in looking after our land and the surrounding rainforest. We're also bookish people. I am a published author and Tyyni is the former owner of two (2!) bookstores in Maleny. We've travelled widely and know what we want from accommodation and are committed to provide it for our guests.
Maleny is a fascinating town. It's in the Hinterland of the Sunshine Coast and presents a startling difference to the development down there. It's in dairy country, rich and green and has a vibrant community. The town itself is a real town, supplying the needs of the residents of the Range, but also boasts fourteen cafes in the main street, three bookshops, art galleries, clothes shops and two supermarkets.
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kaalba
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live music/performance
    Off-site
  • Movie nights
    Off-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • TV

Internet
Fast free WiFi 69 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

House rules
Kaalba takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kaalba in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Kaalba

  • Room options at Kaalba include:

    • Double
  • Kaalba is 2.1 miles from the centre of Maleny. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Kaalba is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Kaalba may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Kaalba offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live music/performance
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Movie nights