The Yellow Door on Spencer

The Yellow Door on Spencer — Built 1930 · Reimagined 2026

Harbour views. In the heart of Albany.

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The Yellow Door on Spencer cottage exterior with its yellow front door, covered porch and mature garden tree

THE COTTAGE

A STAY WITH CHARACTER

A thoughtfully restored 1930s cottage in Albany, entirely yours.

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Sleeps4 guests
Bedrooms2
BathroomShower + separate powder room
Bed 1King
Bed 22 long singles / king on request
OutlookHarbour
Parking2 off-street
Check-inSelf check-in
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Easy arrival

Electronic keypad self check-in and two designated driveway spaces.

Straightforward payment terms

50% is due at booking, with the balance due 14 days before arrival.

The Property

A boutique Albany cottage worth coming back to.

The Yellow Door on Spencer is a renovated 1930s heritage cottage in central Albany. Original jarrah floors, high ceilings and exposed brickwork meet calm, contemporary finishes, with harbour views across the surrounding neighbourhood.

A welcoming base for couples, friends and families, with space for up to four guests. Enjoy coffee at the sunroom timber window bar, evenings on the sheltered front alfresco with its overhead heater, and exclusive use of the fenced backyard.

The Stay

Everything you need.

Full kitchen and Nespresso coffee machine, private laundry, a dedicated workspace and the practical comforts that make a longer stay easy.

Comfort
Split-system heating & cooling
Radiant-convection heaters — both bedrooms
Entertainment
Smart TV with Netflix & Stan
400 Mbps NBN Wi-Fi
Study nook — work-friendly space
Practical
Full kitchen with Nespresso machine
Private washer & dryer
Linen & towels provided
Outdoors & Arrival
Sheltered alfresco + fenced backyard
Sunroom timber window bar
Overhead radiant heater at the alfresco
2 off-street parking spaces
Self check-in via electronic keypad
Location

Central Albany, on your own terms.

York Street, the waterfront, beaches and Great Southern day trips are all easy to build into your stay. The cottage is not waterfront, but it has harbour views across the surrounding neighbourhood.

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Guest Details

Good to know before you arrive.

Check-in2:00 pm
Check-out10:00 am
AccessSelf check-in, electronic keypad
Maximum guests4
Guests under 18Welcome within the 4-guest maximum
Primary booking guestMust be 25+ and stay at the cottage
Pet policyNot pet-friendly
SmokingNo smoking indoors or near openings
Parties / eventsNot permitted
See the Cottage

A before & after walkthrough.

Watch the full renovation walkthrough — from the original cottage to the finished stay. Every room, every detail.

Guest stays

Kind words from recent guests.

Real feedback from guest stays at The Yellow Door on Spencer.

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“Had a wonderful stay at YDOS. Beautifully clean, great views, well equipped kitchen. … Great location, walking distance to restaurants, cafes etc. … Highly recommend this place.”

Amanda

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 19–22 August · 3 nights

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“Had a wonderful stay at YDOS. Beautifully clean, great views, well equipped kitchen. Lovely personal touches; fresh flowers, milk in the fridge, real house plants. Great location, walking distance to restaurants, cafes etc. Highly recommend this place.”
“Beautifully renovated home, great views, nice and quiet and next to Main Street. Highly recommend.”

Glenn

10/10 verified Expedia review

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“Beautifully renovated home, great views, nice and quiet and next to Main Street. Highly recommend.”
“Perfect location with stunning ocean-view and lovely town scenery. … The house is incredibly well-equipped, everything is brand-new, clean and super convenient to use. … The kitchen is fully stocked with beautiful cookware and tableware. … Our host was thoughtful, warm and attentive beyond expectation.”

Ray

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 31 August–1 September · 1 night

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“Perfect location with stunning ocean-view and lovely town scenery. Plenty of shops and amenities nearby for everything we needed. The house is incredibly well-equipped, everything is brand-new, clean and super convenient to use. The kitchen is fully stocked with beautiful cookware and tableware. Lovely potted plants and tasteful decorations fill the whole space, bringing so much warm, homely charm. There are also plenty of soft blankets to keep you cosy. Our host was thoughtful, warm and attentive beyond expectation. They had the lights turned on ahead of our arrival, clearly explained how to use the heating, and even left a beautiful hand-written welcome card together with little treats. All these sweet little gestures were such a wonderful surprise and really touched our hearts. Albany is such a beautiful town, and staying here was absolutely the best decision we made on our road trip. All you need to bring is yourself for a perfect, comfortable stay. 10/10, highly recommend!”
“We loved staying at the Yellow Door. The cottage was beautifully renovated and styled, with great views of the harbour. … Doug and Joel have thought about everything you could need for a relaxing holiday. … The location was excellent and was within walking distance of a wide variety of cafes, restaurants and bars.”

Luke

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 23–26 August · 3 nights

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“We loved staying at the Yellow Door. The cottage was beautifully renovated and styled, with great views of the harbour. Doug and Joel have thought about everything you could need for a relaxing holiday. The location was excellent and was within walking distance of a wide variety of cafes, restaurants and bars. We would highly recommend the Yellow Door and the hosts, and will definitely book again next time we visit Albany.”
“Absolutely outstanding stay. … Check-in was effortless, the property was spotless, and every detail had clearly been considered. … We felt completely looked after and would book again without hesitation.”

Gareth

10/10 verified Vrbo review · stayed 27–31 August 2026 · 4 nights

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“Absolutely outstanding stay. The host had everything perfectly set up from the moment we walked in — nothing left to chance. The space was incredibly well organised, with thoughtful extras exactly where you need them, and the whole place was beautifully done. It felt polished, welcoming, and far above a typical rental. Check-in was effortless, the property was spotless, and every detail had clearly been considered. We felt completely looked after and would book again without hesitation. Highly recommended.”
“Great stay! The place was clean, cosy & comfortable, and the host was very friendly, helpful & responsive. We had a lovely time and would highly recommend to our friends & others 😀”

Jimmy

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 2–4 September · 2 nights

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“Great stay! The place was clean, cosy & comfortable, and the host was very friendly, helpful & responsive. We had a lovely time and would highly recommend to our friends & others 😀”
“What a beautiful AirBnB! Cannot rate this place high enough … the kitchen was well supplied with kitchen utensils, coffee and fruit with a beautiful view of the coast and town … Location is perfect and is walking distance to town. 10/10 communication”

Alice

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 6–8 September · 2 nights

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“What a beautiful AirBnB! Cannot rate this place high enough and would’ve definitely stayed longer if we knew how truly amazing it is. It’s a lovely cottage with amazing amenities plus Doug & Joel has provided us with more than enough complementaries. Every detail in every room was well thought of to make us feel right at home. Every room was spectacular to be in - the living room was cosy and comfortable packed with all the entertainment we need, the kitchen was well supplied with kitchen utensils, coffee and fruit with a beautiful view of the coast and town, bathroom with more than enough towels, a hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner and soap and a great laundry with a washing machine and dryer with supplies. Not to mention the amount of spaces to sit around and lounge for the day including on high or lounge chairs at the front patio, living room, dinning room, a beautiful study overlooking the town and outdoor patio. Location is perfect and is walking distance to town. 10/10 communication”
“Fantastic spot for a weekend getaway. Parking off street & perfect location to walk into town. Beautiful home with everything you need. Stunning view!”

Jake

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 10–12 September · 2 nights

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“Fantastic spot for a weekend getaway. Parking off street & perfect location to walk into town. Beautiful home with everything you need. Stunning view!”
“Lovely place with great views and great hosts. Will definitely try nab this place when I'm back in town.”

Gerard

5/5 Airbnb guest review · stayed 12–14 September · 2 nights

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“Lovely place with great views and great hosts. Will definitely try nab this place when I'm back in town.”
“YDOS offers a great location, is beautifully presented, has all the amenities and is clearly beautifully cared for.”

Nicole

5/5 verified Airbnb guest review

“The cottage has been beautifully renovated and every comfort has been thought of. … so close to restaurants and shops, but also really quiet so no issues with neighbourhood noise or whatnot.”

Clare

Airbnb guest review

“Bedrooms so spacious and so comfortable ! This home has beautiful views over Albany and the harbour .”

Lorrae

5/5 verified Airbnb guest review

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