About the Homestay

Suburban Modern
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

Just a relaxed and warm environment in this home. It is home away from home. Loves cooking and baking. Works full-time with some days WFH. Would love to host female international students. I love to socialise but would love a “me” time too. Have lived overseas and very thrilled to meet and live with different people of different nationalities.

Only for single females!

Please keep in mind that we require our guests to submit us a copy of their ID before check-in by email, which will be provided once the booking is confirmed online.

Please send us a video message introducing yourself and explaining the reason for your trip.

House Facilities
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Patio
  • Parking
  • TV
  • Internet Access
  • Gym at home

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 7 nights

Maximum stay is for 365 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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Bedroom 1
From $33 AUD per night
Single Room
Sleeps 1

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This room is like a granny flat / Studio with Single Bed, Wardrobe, TV, Lounge and dining set.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • TV
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
 1 guest
Weekly Price
$250 AUD
Monthly price
$1,000 AUD
Bedroom 2
From $33 AUD per night
Single Room
Sleeps 1

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates
Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
 1 guest
Weekly Price
$250 AUD
Monthly price
$1,000 AUD
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About the Area

Our house is located in a beautiful, quiet neighbourhood. It is 5-10 minutes walk to University of Queensland, 3-5 minutes walk to bus stop going to the City and 2 minutes walk to bus stop to Indooroopilly.

Local Area Facilities
  • Tennis
  • Park
  • Gym
  • Swimming
  • Bowling
  • Cinema
  • Shopping Centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bus Stop
  • Train station

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen

House Rules

Clean and tidy.
Keep kitchen clean and used dishes washed and put away.
Respect for other residents of the house.
May invite friends to visit but not stay overnight.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is not allowed.

9 Reviews

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    South Korea
    Age 25 - 34

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    February 2025

    The host cancelled the booking 33 days before the arrival date.

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    France
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    February 2025

    Really enjoyed my stay at Mary Ann’s.
    It’s well located. The room was clean and confortable. It’s a safe place to start a trip.
    Mary ann is a really caring host, she has good tips and is very available.
    I definitely will go back if I have the opportunity.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Hello Marie,

    Thank you for your kind words. You are always welcome in my home if you need an accommodation in the future.

    Have a good evening!

    Cheers!
    Mary Ann

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    France
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    February 2025

    It was the first time I used Homestay and it was the best decision ever. Mary Ann is so welcoming and always keen to help. I wish I could have stayed longer in her beautiful house. These few days I felt really safe and relaxed. Thank you for everything Mary Ann and hope to see you real soon.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Hello Chloé,

    Thank you for your kind words. And you are most welcome. It was such a pleasure to have you in my home.

    We are surely going to see each other again.

    We miss you already…

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    Australia
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    January 2025

    My first Homestay.
    Great host, very caring and made me feel at home.
    Beautiful clean home in a nice quiet area and close to transport.
    Enjoyed my stay and would definitely come back.

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    Japan

    5 hearts
    November 2024

    I had first booked 3 weeks at Mary Ann’s place while I looked for my own apartment. Mary Ann’s house, rooms, people were amazing.
    But I must say the greatest thanks to Mary Ann. She helped me go through many complications and supported me in so many ways. Although I had to shorten my stay, I really loved staying at her place.
    Thank you soooo much Mary Ann!!

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Hello Kotomi,

    It was such a pleasure to have met you - a really beautiful young lady inside and outside. Short though your stay with me, it was still very enjoyable and memorable. Good luck with your new job and stay in BNE. You are welcome to visit anytime!!!

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    France

    5 hearts
    November 2024

    My stay with Mary Ann went really well.

    I felt good, the room was big! a real small studio. Close to the city. She was pleasant, funny and gave me lots of advice. I would happily come back to her place! and listen to Celine Dion and Edith Piaf

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    Papua New Guinea
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    August 2024

    My stay here was peaceful. I didn't have any trouble staying here as I am a neat and tidy person and the host Mary Ann is spic-n-span with her home. Host is lovely, outgoing and friendly. I would definitely pick her homestay again! Thank you Mary Ann!

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Thank you Sunita. It was such a pleasure to host you. You are welcome in my home anytime!

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    Finland
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2024

    Staying at Mary Ann's place was such a delight. This was my first homestay in Australia, and it could have not been better. Mary Ann helped me a lot with everything I had to organize after my arrival and put a lot of effort making my stay and my start in Australia as comfortable and smooth as possible. We spent also some free time together, like going to beach or shopping malls. It was wonderful to stay there, I felt very privileged to get to know Mary Ann. A strong recommendation!

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    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Hello Saija,
    I loved hosting you. It was enjoyable having you around and knowing more about Finland was great. You are such a lovely young lady and I admire you for your maturity and great wisdom. It was my pleasure to help you get settled in Oz. I just wish that this heat wave is not as bad this year.

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    Japan
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2024

    My favorite thing is relaxing in a nice garden! Mary was happy to welcome me even though I don't speak much English. She is generous and very kind. This is one of my happiest memories of my time in Australia.thank you so much!!

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Mary Ann in ,

    Thank you so much Shiori! We miss you already! You are so beautiful inside and outside. It was such a pleasure hosting you. Come and visit us anytime. We will come and visit you one weekend…

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