Mactaggarts Place is set within one of Teneriffe’s most distinctive heritage buildings. Originally constructed in 1926 for the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency Company, the former woolstore formed part of the group of large warehouses built along the Brisbane River during Teneriffe’s years as a major centre for Queensland’s wool trade. The building remained in commercial use for decades before being converted into apartments in 1995, preserving many of the features that give it such enduring character, including its solid red-brick exterior, generous proportions, soaring ceilings and industrial architecture. It was entered on the Queensland Heritage Register in 1992.Today, Mactaggarts Place offers guests the opportunity to stay within an authentic piece of Brisbane history while enjoying the comforts, convenience and atmosphere of contemporary riverfront accommodation.The accommodation business is owned and operated by John and Kelly Atkins, experienced onsite operators who take a hands-on and personal approach to looking after both guests and the apartments entrusted to their care. As active managers of the building, John and Kelly understand Mactaggarts Place in a way that only onsite operators can. They are readily available to assist guests, respond to issues and share local knowledge about Teneriffe, New Farm and the wider Brisbane area.Their focus is simple: to offer professionally managed, well-presented accommodation with friendly, responsive service. Whether you are visiting Brisbane for work, a family holiday, a longer stay or a special occasion, John and Kelly aim to make your time at Mactaggarts Place comfortable, straightforward and memorable.

<h2>The Benefits of On-Site Management</h2>At Mactaggarts Place, on-site management offers owners a level of service, oversight and responsiveness that an outside agent simply cannot replicate. Because we are based in the building, we can respond quickly to guest enquiries, maintenance issues, access problems and presentation concerns, helping protect both your income and your property.Our service goes well beyond placing an apartment on Airbnb. We do not operate as an “Airbnb manager.” We provide a bespoke short-term accommodation service designed specifically for Mactaggarts Place, including professional marketing, dynamic pricing, direct bookings, guest screening, coordinated cleaning, maintenance oversight and personalised guest support. By promoting apartments across multiple booking channels and through our own direct-booking website, we aim to reduce reliance on any single platform and build stronger long-term returns.Being part of the Mactaggarts Place on-site accommodation pool also creates opportunities that a single outside-managed listing cannot easily compete with. With multiple apartments available in the same building, we can accommodate larger families, wedding groups, corporate teams and friends travelling together who may require several apartments at once. These group enquiries can be matched across the building, creating additional booking opportunities for participating owners.For owners currently using external short-term agents, moving to on-site management can mean better control, faster communication and a manager who understands the building, its facilities and its unique appeal.Owners with permanent rentals may also benefit from considering short-term accommodation, with the potential for higher gross returns, greater flexibility, frequent inspections, regular professional cleaning and pricing that responds to seasonal demand, events and peak travel periods.

MacTaggarts Place

Our 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Apartments are located across floors 1 & 2 of our beautiful heritage listed apartments. The accommodation is the ideal size for small families & groups, with both bedrooms equipped with Queen beds. In common with all our apartment types the apartment is fully self-contained with kitchen (stocked with all the necessary cooking essentials for your stay), Nespresso style coffee machine, full sized fridge/freezer & laundry facilities (washer & dryer) Your stay will be catered for with complimentary parking & onsite reception & check-in facilities.

Our 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Apartments are a split level loft style apartment, with either loft style stairs or spiral staircases to upper mezzanine level.

N.B - This additional rollaway bed (if booked) will be placed in the lounge area, with linen & towels provided for the additional guest.

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

Our 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartments are located across floors ground 1st & 2nd floors of our beautiful heritage listed apartments. The accommodation is the ideal size for small families & groups, with both bedrooms equipped with Queen beds. In common with all our apartment types, your apartment is fully self-contained with kitchen (stocked with all the necessary cooking essentials for your stay), Nespresso style coffee machine, full sized fridge/freezer & laundry facilities (washer & dryer) Your stay will be catered for with complimentary parking & onsite reception & check-in facilities. 

N.B - Any additional rollaway bed (if booked) will be placed in the lounge area, with linen & towels provided for the additional guest.

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

Our beautifully appointed 1 bedroom apartments offer loft style proportions & are a truly unique place to stay. The accommodation is the ideal size for singles & couples. In common with all our apartment types, the apartment is fully self-contained with kitchen (stocked with all the necessary cooking essentials for your stay), Nespresso style coffee machine, full sized fridge/freezer & laundry facilities (washer & dryer). Your stay will be catered for with complimentary parking & onsite reception & check-in facilities.

N.B - The additional available rollaway bed (if booked) will be placed in the lounge area, with linen & towels provided for the additional guest.

Unique In Character, Iconic In Location

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 2 Bath Loft Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Ground Floor Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment