about us. about us
Built as the home of Frederick Piesse MLA CMG and his family in 1902, Kobeelya was named by
Sir John Forrest, Western Australia’s first Premier. Frederick Piesse is considered the founding father
of Katanning.
This stunning, heritage listed, two-storey home overlooks the historic town of Katanning. When constructed it contained seventeen rooms; bathrooms with hot and cold running water, in-door toilets (septic), seven bedrooms and billiard and ball rooms. In fact, it was the first home in Western Australia to be connected to electric power and the first in country WA to have hot and cold running water.
Today, it has been fully restored by the local Baptist community and is used for accommodation, retreats, conferences, weddings, and much more.
Within easy walking distance to the town’s centre, and occupying six hectares of parkland, Kobeelya offers you a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere away from the pressures of busy urban living. It provides comfortable and inexpensive accommodation for over 90 guests, with a range of room styles and options. There are several common rooms, lounge areas and verandas for folk to get together in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. It gives groups the opportunity to all stay together in the one location.
The majority of the rooms are shared, with new and very comfy king single beds and shared bathrooms. There are also double rooms with en-suite options available in buildings adjacent to the main residence. It’s a lot like a big grand old country pub!
Kobeelya gives you the opportunity to all stay together in the one location.
Rates for your stay at Kobeelya House are $50 per person per night inclusive of linen and towels. Higher rates apply for the various on-suite rooms and
out-buildings.
You can book on line HERE
You can read the history of this stately old building HERE
