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Accessible Cottages on Norfolk Island

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 Wheelchair Accessible Accommodation on Norfolk Island

Escape the ordinary at Trade Winds Country Cottages, your private haven on Norfolk Island. Our self-contained, ramp-accessible cottages suit wheelchair and walker users, couples, and families celebrating a wedding anniversary, all set on 25 acres of peaceful farmland.


Just a short seven-minute drive from Burnt Pine, you'll find the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Hosted personally by Rachel and Ian, we specialise in effortless, accessible luxury for discerning travellers seeking a true escape.


Set among subtropical gardens, Trade Winds is a private rural haven minutes from Burnt Pine. 

Enjoy the UNESCO-listed Kingston ruins, Emily Bay and Norfolk Island Golf Course, all an easy drive from your accessible cottage.

Norfolk Island blends convict-era history, ocean views, fresh local produce and warm island hospitality. A tropical Pacific haven for solo travellers, couples and families of every generation.

Guest Reviews


Impossible to Stress

From the moment we landed at the airport, we knew it would be impossible to stress and have since had the most carefree and relaxing holiday we can remember. Big thanks to Rachel and JJ for making our stay feel like home, the home we wish we had.

Joni, Matt and Kids

Just for you at Trade Winds Cottages

Effortless accessibility and seclusion on Norfolk Island.


  • Level access, ramps, wide doorways and an accessible bathroom for walkers and wheelchairs.
  • Car included, to explore Emily Bay and Kingston's UNESCO heritage at your own pace.
  • Full kitchens, laundry, BBQs and beach towels.
  • One or two bedroom cottages sleep up to five, ideal for family time with grandkids.
  • A warm welcome from Rachel and Ian, airport meet and greet, and local tips.
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Norfolk Island Greeting

 We meet you at the airport with your hire car and welcome you.

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Car Hire Included

Every Trade Winds booking includes a hire car, so you can explore the island at your own pace.

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Norfolk Meals Guest Catering

Home cooked banquets and sweet treats from Rachel, delivered to your cottage.

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Self-Contained Norfolk Island

Ramp-accessible cottages with full kitchens, ensuites, BBQs and laundry.

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Family & Wedding Anniversaries

Private, stand-alone cottage perfect for celebrating a wedding anniversary or gathering.

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Peace and Quiet on Norfolk Island

Nestled on 4 acres of lush subtropical gardens and surrounded by 25 acres of farmland, Trade Winds Cottages a perfect sanctuary.

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Grandparent Friendly

Spacious and safe, our ramp accessible

self-contained cottages are ideal for guests with limited mobility

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Pick your Pace Norfolk Island

Recline in single level access sanctuaries, savour hushed delight, or amble softly amid historic echoes and avian symphonies.

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Access Friendly Cottages on Norfolk Island


At Trade Winds Country Cottages, mobility meets serenity. Our wheelchair and walker friendly cottages have level access, ramps from car to verandah, wide doorways and an accessible bathroom with grab rails.

  • Norfolk Island Comfort Plus

    • All water on the property is harvested
    • Borrow books from our library.
    • Onsite Orchard and vegetable gardens
    • Vegetable waste compost or worm farm. 
    • Laundry products are sourced locally.  
    • All quilts are hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial, 
    • Our bedding is warm, soft and luxurious.   
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Travel Tips Norfolk Island


Norfolk Island is an easy, relaxed destination for senior travellers, with no passport needed from Australia and a gentle pace that suits slow travel.

  • Norfolk Island Mature Traveller

    Important things to consider before you depart for your amazing holiday in Norfolk Island. 

     

    When you visit Norfolk Island, you’ll find it’s like nowhere else on Earth – with its kind climate, country town charm and gorgeous scenery. However, its isolation and size mean a few things are done a little differently here.

    Learn More

Bentley's Blog

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Why Guests Love Trade Winds: The Little Things They Remember

By Rachel Wills • September 21, 2026
From peaceful gardens and spacious cottages to breakfast on the verandah, discover the things guests love about Trade Winds Country Cottages on Norfolk Island.
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How Many Days Do You Need on Norfolk Island? A Complete Guide to Planning Your Stay

By Rachel Wills • September 2, 2026
Planning a Norfolk Island holiday? Discover the ideal length of stay — how many days to explore Kingston's UNESCO ruins, Emily Bay, golf and more at a relaxed pace.
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Plan Your Escape to Norfolk Island

By Rachel Wills • August 6, 2026
Plan your relaxing getaway to Norfolk Island. Book your self-contained cottage today for a unique island escape!