Testimonials

Pamela (N. Ireland) wrote: I was so fortunate to have been able to live at 12 Somervell Street for over a year. I was an international exchange student at QUT and on my arrival at Brisbane I was apprehensive and tired after 2days travelling. My new landlord and landlady were exceptionally welcoming and helpful and made it easy to settle into their accommodation and country.

The house is in an ideal location as it is within a 5minute walk from the bus stop and train station, which is convenient to the city, shops, beaches etc. The house has been recently renovated and is modern and very clean. It is also really well equipped with many extras provided, such as a large television and internet facilities, which were much appreciated by myself and my wonderful housemates.

All rooms are large and comfortable -- in fact they are quite luxurious with all bedrooms air-conditioned and the facilities include a large veranda, secure double garage, spacious kitchens and bathroom areas.

I would strongly recommend 12 Somervell Street to anyone interested in living in Brisbane, with the best landlord and landlady you could possible have.
They made my stay in Australia and particularly in Brisbane memorable and I was so happy at 12 Somervell Street.

Klas Olsson (Sweden) wrote: Ever since the first time I saw 12 Somervell Street I have loved it. Not only have I lived in a big house with great housemates, I have had so much fun.

The house is a renovated Queenslander, the most common and classical house type in Queensland, and Australia for that matter. Everything is in this house and is new, washing machine, oven, dishwasher, fridge...you name it!

The location might look a little 'away' from the Brisbane downtown, also called CBD, but it is really very close and the train or bus will take you there in about 10-15 minutes. I studied at QUT, Gardens Point campus, and it took me less than 20 minutes to get there, from the time I left our house.

All food stores, banks, bottle shop etc are close and you find a wide variety of shops and restaurants close by.

We bought a car and this helped us a lot since it took us all the way to Whitsundays and back. It is also useful for the weekly shopping, if you don't want to carry your shopping bags.

At 12 Somervell Street there are no bills to pay because everything is included in the weekly rent. Again, no electrical, water, internet bills - everything included in rent. It was GREAT!

PETER (Sweden) wrote: The house is located in a very nice area. It only takes about 5 min to walk down to the train station and from there is it about 10 min to the city and QUT Gardens Point. So it's easy to travel to school in the city and because of the new bridge it's going to be much easier to travel to UQ now as well that is located in St. Lucia(just across the bridge). It's also very close to the supermarket in Fairfield so it is easy to go and shop.

Everything in the house holds a very high standard and I promise you will love the sofas and the big teve. I had a lovely time in the house and I hope that other tenants will have that to.