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Observatory Cottage @ Leura

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Observatory Cottage @ Leura

Please be advised that Astro Tours are currently unavailable until further notice. However, accommodation is still available for booking.

Relish a serene retreat in Leura, N S W! Discover the breathtaking Observatory Cottage, a magnificent holiday rental, nestled amid one of the most sought-after locations.

Our three-bedroom haven accommodates up to 7 guests, making it an ideal escape for families or a group of friends.

The cottage culminates with a refreshing garden view from the balcony, promising peace and tranquility. A combined kitchen, dining, and lounge area is readily available for your culinary delights and relaxation. It includes an oven, a cooktop, and other cooking essentials, along with a dishwasher, for your convenience.

The house provides complimentary Wi-Fi, perfect for keeping up with your favourite series on the 32" T V. There's no better place to unwind than in front of the soothing, slow combustion wood fireplace, creating an inviting warmth throughout the cooler months.

Observatory Cottage's location offers nearby attractions suitable for everyone! The area is known for its beautiful views and relaxing atmosphere. From laid-back cafes to inviting boutiques, Leura is renowned as the jewel in the Blue Mountains' crown.

Two dedicated parking spaces are on-premise. This rental strictly adheres to a no-smoking policy, ensuring fresh and clean indoor air. While we love to host little ones, please note that the property includes stairs, and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

Invite every sunrise and bid farewell to each sunset from our Observatory Cottage. Relax, rejuvenate, and make this your dream holiday at our peaceful home in Leura. Escape every day and make yourself at home at Observatory Cottage!

Bedroom and Bathroom Configuration

Bedroom 1 – 1 x Queen bed
Bedroom 2 – 1 x Double bed
Bedroom 3 - 1 x Bunk bed (double on bottom single on top)

Bathroom with Shower, bath and toilet

Good To Know
Please note the tariff is based on 4 guests. If you have more than 4 staying, please enter the correct number to get the correct tariff. Maximum 7 guests.

All long weekends are a minimum 3-night stay, all public holidays are charged at the weekend tariff and Easter is a minimum 4-night stay.

All beds will be made with quality linen before your arrival including doonas, pillows, bath towels, bath mats & hand towels. Tea towels are also provided for the kitchen.

Property manager

Blue Mountains Escapes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property registration number PID-STRA-142,2780
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

106_128

About the area

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Leura, NSW

What's nearby

  • Leura Mall - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Leura Cascades - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Sublime Point Lookout - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Three Sisters - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Leura Station - 3 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old City Bank Brasserie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Leura - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bunker Cafe Bar Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Lounge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Observatory Cottage @ Leura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Observatory Cottage @ Leura?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Observatory Cottage @ Leura?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Observatory Cottage @ Leura located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fortress Rock, Leura Mall and Everglades Historic House & Gardens. Blue Mountains Cultural Centre and Leura Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km). Leura Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Observatory Cottage @ Leura Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Analia B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location got lots of visits from local birds

Overall very clean, had everything we needed for the two nights stay. some small cleaning issues, curtains and some untenciles, overall a good family getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

daisy s., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay amongst nature

The property was unique, clean and comfortable. It was relaxing and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay at the house. A tip: It will be good to have some basic necessities supplied at least to start with. There was coffee, tea bags and sugar. Add salt and a little start up carton of maybe long life milk. Also a small shampoo and body wash (one of the tine ones) We do these respite stay every month and always have a start up supply and hence we did not have these and had to go shopping which is difficult if we arrive late. Having said that, it was a good experience Thanks for sharing your place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful escape

this is a very quiet, private property set in the bush. It makes a great base from which to explore the Blue Mountains
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Observatory

We enjoyed our stay at the Observatory cottage, it was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the Observatory tour and due to the weather we were not able to view the stars but the virtual tour was great and they spent the time talking and answering questions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

JC T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Relaxing, stay as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catriona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect spot for a summer break

We had a much needed family break here. The house ideal for us - two parents and two high energy small boys - with a gorgeous view of Leura. Kitchen set up with everything we needed. Our tour of the observatory was magical and we recommend it. A small maintenance problem arose when we arrive and was resolved amazingly quickly. Thank you! We’ll be back :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

KAREN S.

Brilliant!

We had a very relaxing getaway in this lovely cottage.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

TIM & ROBYN W.

Wonderful Experience!

We loved the Blue Mountains Observatory Cottage. It a was peaceful bushland setting and a convenient base to explore the Blue Mountains. The highlight of our stay was the Star Gazing experience, we were blown away by all the stars, galaxies and nebulas! Thank you to Arthur and Ben who made it so enjoyable and informative. We now have a budding 7 year old astronomer!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Karen R.

No stars

We all enjoyed our stay but we where charged $715 for two nights in the advertisements the charging was $300 per night. As much as we enjoyed our stay you might look into providing better mattress on the bottom bunk and the front room mattres. I all so believe that the kitchen needs some love and attention on the cleaning side. There also needs attention to the flooring as there where a few spots that the nail heads are sticking up. You might like the check that the cleaner is actually spending the payed time cleaning.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The additional astronomy experience is a must!

I was lucky enough to come across this gem whilst searching for an observatory in the Blue Mountains area. If I were to describe to someone not only the type of accommodation I was looking for but also the experience tied to it, this would be it. The cottage itself is flawless, amazing location, beautiful inside and out, very well maintained. Bundled with the stay is an astronomy tour, do yourself a favour and experience it! It is an additional investment, but well worth it. An observing experience like no other with a professional astronomer, you will both acquire a wealth of knowledge and be marvelled by the beauty of the cosmos. With out a doubt by far our most memorable stay from home.