Title: Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. 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 # Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. Cottage in Sydney with kitchen and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95859400/95859330/37c8adae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95859400/95859330/889ffaf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95859400/95859330/d01f0d07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95859400/95859330/49ce270d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95859400/95859330/f5168c82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of a beautiful countryside setting, our charming two-bedroom cottage offers a comfortable and cozy stay for up to four guests. Enjoy the quiet street, take a short walk to Fagan Park, or relax on the verandah watching native birds and kookaburras. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. Welcome to our charming newly built two-bedroom cottage, nestled in the heart of a beautiful countryside setting but less than an hour's drive from the centre of Sydney and only 2km from the coffee shops of Galston. The cottage provides a comfortable and cozy stay for up to four guests, making it perfect for couples, small families, or friends seeking a peaceful retreat. This is a stunning architecturally designed cottage with luxury inclusions situated on a one acre property surrounded by lovely gardens. Everything you would be looking for to enjoy a relaxing few days or weeks and an easy drive to local cafes and Fagan Park. \- Two queen size beds \- Quiet street \- Short walk to Fagan Park \- 2km from local shops and cafes \- Close to walking tracks \- 15mins to Berowra Waters \- Easy parking For those who love developing gardens the garden has been planted to encourage the bees and native birds of the area, including Eastern Spinebills and Fairy wrens. Relax on the verandah as you watch the kookaburras perusing the area and the black cockatoos flying overhead. Maybe even see a local riding past on their horse whilst the sun goes down over the mountains that can be seen in the distance. The owners residence is separated by the garden from the cottage. They are happy to answer any questions you may have on the local area. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - 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 - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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Next to Park. Pet Friendly. West Ryde - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=113431217&PinnedHotelID=113431217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load the dishwasher Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Switch off any air conditioning and the gas fireplace. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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-52706, 2159 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-33.63951,151.03511&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zihlEm%60zx%5B%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40Q%40S%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40U%40QBQBQBQBQBOBQDSDQBQDQDODQFQDOFQDMFQFOFOFQFOFMHOHMFOHOHMHKHOHOHKJMHMJMHKJKJKJMJIJMLKJGJMLGJKLILGJILILGLILGLILENGLGLELGNELELCNENELANENCLANCNCLANCNANCN%3FL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%3FNBN%40NBL%3FNDNBN%40LBNDL%40NDLDNBNDLDLFLDNFLFLDLHLFLHLFLHLHJFLHJJLFJLLFJJJLJHJLJJJJHJJLJLHLHJHNJNFJHLHNHNFLHNFLFNFPHNDNFPFLDPDNFPDPDNDPBPDPDRBPBNBPBPBPBP%40PBT%40P%40P%40P%40P%40R%40P%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAPAPARAPAPAPCTAPCPCPCRCNCNCPEPERCPEPENEPGPELERGLGPENINGPGLGNINGLININILGJKNILILILKJKNIJKJKJKJKLKJKJMFKJMHKJMHKFMHMFMHMHMFMHMDMFOFMBMHMDODOBMDODM%40ODMBO%40OBODM%3FOBO%40OBO%3FM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FO%3FOCOAOCMCOAOCMAOCOEMAOEOEMCMEOEMIMCMGOGMEMIMGMIMIMGKIMGMIKKMIKKKGMKKKKMKKKKKKIKKOIKKMIMIMIOIKIMIOGOIMIOGOGMGQGOGOGQEMGSEMGQEQEOEQCQESEQCQCOCOCSCQCQAQAUCQAQAQASAQAQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wr0CXOnxhlohUzsNVpl6wwo-WRw=) Galston, NSW #### What's nearby - Norwest Business Park - 22 min drive - 11.5 miles - Hillsong Church - 23 min drive - 12.4 miles - Hawkesbury River - 26 min drive - 15.7 miles - Macquarie University - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles - Accor Stadium - 36 min drive - 19.5 miles #### Getting around - Sydney Asquith Station - 16 min drive - Mount Kuring-gai Station - 25 min drive - Sydney Airport (SYD) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Glenorie Bakery - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mitran Da Dhaba Dural - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hiddenjem - ‬17 min drive - ‪Maharaja's Haveli Dural - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Galston Club - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. located? > Located in Galston, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Arcadia Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Berowra Valley National Park and Dural Nature Reserve. Marramarra National Park and Berowra Waters Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming luxury rural cottage close to National Parks and city of Sydney. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond H. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and Serene Property with Hospitable Hosts This cottage is very beautiful, homely, peaceful and serene especially for a family with 2 young kids like us. Surrounding nature is awesome and suitable for kids to run around. Deb and Peter are really awesome hosts who will go all the way out to make your stay as homely as possible. Appreciate them reaching out to my wife to see of any help required especially when I have to leave for the US in between for a week of work. Thanks Deb and Pete, will definitely come back again when we visit next time. Raymond. ##### Raymond H. Stayed 28 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S. 4 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous spot! Wonderful stay. Host was an absolute pleasure to deal with 5 stars. ##### Lisa S. 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