Title: Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study Holiday home with kitchen, near White Bay Cruise Terminal ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108587800/108587781/11507f62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108587800/108587781/10788a91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108587800/108587781/9ef53785.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108587800/108587781/2b8c44f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108590000/108587800/108587781/54467b1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Balmain, this charming townhouse offers modern comfort and convenience. Enjoy a short stroll to Darling St shops, public transport at your doorstep, and relax in the private courtyard with access to outdoor dining set overlooking leafy garden. With high ceilings, abundant natural sunlight and quality guest amenities provided including shampoo conditioner body wash hand wash body lotion toilet paper tissues paper towels 4.8 ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study Nestled in the heart of Balmain, this charming 2-story townhouse offers modern comfort and convenience. With two bedrooms, a spacious living area, and a fully equipped kitchen, this stylish home is a perfect retreat. Enjoy the vibrant Balmain neighbourhood and relax in the private courtyard. A short 3 minute walk to Darling St shops, public transport at your doorstep, this home is ideal for those seeking a blend of luxury and convenience in a sought-after location. Please note that this is home comes with stairs between each level. Due to the narrow staircase it may not be suitable for kids or guests with limited mobility. Stay highlights: \- 3 minutes walk to cafe (Bertoni) \- 3 minutes walk to supermarket (Woolworths) \- 3 minute walk to restaurant (Chon Thai) \- 4 minutes walk to bar (The Cricketers Arms Balmain) \- 5 minutes walk to popular bakery (Bourke Street Bakery Balmain) \- 6 minutes walk to park (Gladstone Park) \- 10 minute drive to Sydney Town Hall \- 11 minute walk to Balmain Wharf Ferry Stay features: \- Super central location with convenient access to Shops and Sydney CBD. Walking distance to transport, amenities, trendy cafes, restaurants. \- Spacious 2 bedroom loft style living with high ceilings and abundant natural sunlight. \- Access to outdoor courtyard \- Dedicated study space \- Free unlimited Wi-Fi access \- Quality guest amenities provided including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand wash, body lotion, toilet paper, tissues and paper towels Bedroom \- Spacious master bedroom in the top floor with comfortable queen sized bed, Built in wardrobe, sitting area with 2 arm chairs, air conditioning, and dedicated study space \- 2nd bedroom with Double sized bed, extra pillows and wardrobe Bathroom and laundry \- Spacious bathroom with shower \- Built in laundry facilities including washer, dryer, sink and storage Kitchen and Dining \- Spacious kitchen with quality appliances including refrigerator, gas cooktop, oven and range hood. \- Spacious eat in kitchen bench/table with seating for 6 Living \- Cosy and stylish living room with comfortable reclining sofa, 2 armchair \- Access to outdoor courtyard with dining set overlooking leafy garden \- Floor to ceiling windows to allow plenty of sunlight Please note: \- House is split into 3 levels with stairs from entry up to main living space and bedrooms. Please note that the stairs are steep which is typical of historic houses in Sydney. \- The house is connected to another tenanted property. While both spaces are completely private and self-contained, please be aware of this. \- Keyless smart lock entry for your convenience. \- Metered street parking as there is no allocated parking. \- We accept longer stays. From 21 days, 1 month, 3 months or 6 months plus. Enquire direct to www Furnished Properties com au for longer stays and enquire direct for best rates. Or have a look at our other properties that also may interest you. \- Please note and accept House Rules before booking. Strictly no parties policy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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1.5% Visa/Mastercard, 2.5% Amex. No card surcharge on security deposit payment. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 not indicated whether 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-60303, 2041 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 furnished-properties-BAL-37-BEA ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.85875,151.17552&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:bdsmE_nuy%5B%3FQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40UBQ%40QBQBQBSBQBQBQDODQBQDQDQDODQFQDOFQFODMHQFOFOFMHOFQHKHOFMHOJOHKHMHMJMHKJKJOJKJKJKJMJGLKJKLIJKLGJILGLILILGLILILELGNELELELENELGNENELANELCNANCNALCNCNAN%3FNAL%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%40N%3FN%40LBNBN%40NBL%40NBNDL%40NDLDNFLDNDLDLDLDNFLDLHLHLFLHLHJFLHLFJJLHJJJJJFLLJJJJHJLNHJJJHLJLHLHJHNHNHLHJFNHPHNFLFNFNFPFLFNDPFNDPFPDNDPDPBPDNDPBPBPBPBRBPBP%40P%40PBT%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FR%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FPAPAPARAPCRARANCRCPCPCPCRCPEPELCRENERENGPEPGLERGLGNGPGNGLGNINIPGLIJININILILILKJINKJIJMLILKJKJMJKHKJKJMFKLMFMHKFMHMFMHMHMFMDOHMDMDMDODMDODMDODMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBM%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMAOEMCOEOEMEOEMEMEMEOEMIMEMGMIMIMGMIMGKIMGKMMGKKMKKIKKKKKKKMKMKKIKKOIKIMIMKMIOGOIMIKGQIOGOGMGOIQEOGMGSEMGQEQEOESEOCSEQEMCQCSCQCQCQCSAOCSASAQASAQAQAQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ya0NnIg5C9K6geQrOYm1QUDuhSQ=) Inner West Council, NSW #### What's nearby - Port Jackson Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - White Bay Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Circular Quay - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Overseas Passenger Terminal - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles - Sydney Opera House - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles #### Getting around - Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station - 3 min drive - Exhibition Centre Station - 6 min drive - Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bertoni - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sushi Man - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sushi Hub Balmain - ‬3 min walk - ‪Little M By The Little Marionette - ‬2 min walk - ‪Le Caféier - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study located? > Located in Balmain, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from White Bay Cruise Terminal and within 3 miles (5 km) of Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Star Casino is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away. Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station is 27 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balmain Retreat - 2BR + Study Reviews 4.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Edward 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable beds, Close to transport and Dinning restaurants ##### Edward Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Deborah G. 13 Nov 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Listing accuracy Host did not make clear that all day parking isn’t available in the area around the house. 4 hour paid parking is the longest option, which means a day trip without the car was impossible ##### Deborah G. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Molly E. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Listing accuracy The bathroom has a mouldy ceiling The TV remote is broken so NO TVThere is no GARBAGE facilities so u have to take your garbage with u on checkout There is no gas stove cooktop as broken and the signage for broken oven is hidden by tea towel. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/00ea6754-e2e2-4a99-beb7-ece7d5739d7f-1757109801179.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/114d3f70-36f5-4bcf-975d-12e5484aca21-1757109802135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9effae04-864b-4f54-95b7-d009e513e3ce-1757109801551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Molly E. 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