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Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 590 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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.

Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura

Highland Cottage is only 700 metres away from Leura Mall at a quiet side of the street. This original 1920 beauty is recently renovated with modern amenities. Sipping a glass of wine in front of the fireplace or a cup of tea in the nostalgic sun-room, you can hold an imaginative dialogue with the miners who built this cottage while Leura was surrounded by bush a century ago. Come and experience a unique modern country life at the most vibrant historical town of Leura in Highland Cottage.

The space

Highland Cottage is ideal for friends and families to experience the authentic Blue Mountain country lifestyle with modern comfort and convenience. We are only 700 metres away from Leura Mall and Leura train station.

Highland Cottage is surrounded by greens. You can find maple trees, lemon trees and even strawberries in the front, back and the side. With its classical layout, you will enter the house through a spacious and bright sun-room. It’s perfect to sip a cup of coffee or tea in the morning or enjoy a glass of wine in the evening while gazing the sunrise or sunset.

All of our three bedrooms are elegantly decorated with luxurious sheets, down duvets, French flax pillow cases, electric blankets and treasure objects.
The configuration of our rooms:

Bedroom One: 1 x Queen Bed, master bed room, window views to the sun-room and front garden.

Bedroom Two: 1 x Queen Bed, window view to the rear garden.

Bedroom Three: 1 Single Bed, kid’s room

2 Working fireplace at living room and Kitchen

We have a cosy and modern lounge where the main entertainment and social area is located. The centre of the lounge is the original fireplace. Surrounding the fireplace, there are digital TV, coffee table and a large sofa.

The central section of the house is a very spacious kitchen and dining area. You will find another original fireplace in this area. It has an old-school cooktop one can still boil hot water on top of it. This area can easily fit 6 people for dinner. It is very communal and perfect to enjoy a family meal or a romantic dinner after a full-day activities in the mountains.

The entire house is decorated with notable artworks from Melbourne based artist Cate Maddie. She is well known for natural still objects with a modern perspective.

Last but not the least, we haven’t forget your furry friends. Our pets absolutely love our house and gardens. I am sure yours will too. Our backyard is a very pet friendly area with lush vegetation and fenced boundaries. Please make sure you will bring beddings and bowls for your pets. We would ask you not to encourage your pets to climb up to our expensive furnitures and beds. Like our human friends, our pets deserve their own space and privacy. Hence there will be a $50 pet fee per stay for each pet. We only welcome maximal 2 pets per stay.

During autumn, the garden is lit up with beautiful maple leaves in golden colour. I am sure this is a great photo opportunity for instagrammers. We would appreciate your full respect to this historical property and the peaceful surroundings. Hence please remove your shoes and allow your feet to feel the natural timber floor. And please do not bring a noisy party to the neighborhood.

Winter is the most popular season in the mountains. Many people love indoor fireplace and firewood. We have prepared reasonable amount of firewood for you to enjoy during the winter months from June to August.

About the firewood
Winter is the most popular season in the mountains. Many people love fireplace and firewood. We have prepared reasonable amount of firewood for you to enjoy during the winter months from June to August. Based on our experience, the amount of firewood should be sufficient to get you start for your stay. If you need more firewoods, you can easily buy them from the nearby petrol station. To protect our environment, please consume firewoods responsibly.

Apart from the two fireplaces, we have gas heater that can heat up the lounge/kitchen area quickly.

There are split air-conditioning systems in the two main bed rooms. They will keep you comfortable both in all seasons - warm in winter and cool in summer.

Based on our experience, the amount of firewood should be sufficient to get you start for your stay. If you need more firewood, you can easily buy them from the nearby petrol station. To protect our environment, please consume firewood responsibly.

When you are making a booking, please write down the total no of guests. So we can prepare sufficient towels and linen for your stay.
Since the base rate is up to 4 guests only
If you have more than 4 guests, there is an extra fee of $ 60 per guest per night.


Property manager

Wendy Wei or Wayne Liu

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed at outdoor area , backyard.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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-33800, 2780

About the area

Map
Leura, NSW

What's nearby

  • Leura Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Leura Cascades - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Three Sisters - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Leura Station - 10 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old City Bank Brasserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sanwiye - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Leura - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Station Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura located?

Located in Leura, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Leura Mall, Everglades Historic House & Gardens and Fortress Rock. Leura Cascades and Blue Mountains Cultural Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km). Leura Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Highland Cottage with Indoor Fireplace - Modern Country Life in Leura Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Lovely home. Was nice to relax and talk on the veranda. Was a quite hilly walk to Leaura. Did not have tea coffee or sugar A coffee maker with no pods. Just a few things that would have been appreciated if supplied. Keri
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
All you could want
Just the perfect little cottage for a family of 4 + pup. It’s so great to have such a stylish and thoughtfully furnished place available in such a great spot. We did some great bushwalking near Blackheath this time. Dinner at Polar Bear and Jiggle in Leura. Both were fantastic. Kitchen is well set up. I really appreciate the good knives. This is rare!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage, well located
Nice stay but unfortunately the advertised spa whirlpool does not exist and despite a very new looking large TV set the connections for the aerial are incorrect (adapter required / would be ideal if installed correctly), meaning we were unable to watch anything. We were just outside the winter cut off for provided firewood though still cold so we purchased firewood locally and fire was lovely. Easy walk up to Leura village (bit of an uphill climb). Overall we really enjoyed our stay and perfect for 2 couples thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mel b.

Weekend away
Lovely little cottage and perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Naomi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Satisfaction
We loved the property. There were 4 close friends. We had a ball. The place was great. It was warm and cosy. The only issue was the fireplace where there was no newspaper or fire lighters. But overall loved the place and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property within walking distance to Leura precinct
Whilst the blue mountains is often a cold place to stay, gas heating and a fireplace is provided with split aircons in the bedrooms make it a very comfortable house. The most special part of our stay was, being a pet friendly residence, that we could take our dog with us making it a perfect family getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Mountains Cottage
Beautifully decorated, comfortable cottage. The rear garden is fully fenced which is great if you are bringing your four legged friend with you. The cottage is about a fifteen minute walk from Leura Mall which is very convenient. Just a warning if you haven’t been to the mountains for a while, parking near many of the attractions and walks is metered so read the parking signs carefully. There is a list on Blue Mountains City Council website of the location of these meters. I would thoroughly recommend this property for a comfortable and relaxing break in the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma G., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cottage stay
A beautiful break in a quiet spot a short drive from Leura shops. Quaint, pretty property, clean and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
A little gem
This is a great option for people who want to be in walking (10 mins) distance of the centre of Leura but are looking for real tranquility. Very peaceful street. Immaculately presented and curated property. As a pet owner it was so nice to have such a high quality offering - none of the rough edges that often appear in pet-friendly accommodation. The only thing slightly wanting was that the kitchen isn't really set up for anything beyond quite basic cooking (though the pantry staples were pretty good compared to many places I've stayed). Thanks Wendy for an all round excellent experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage Stay
It was a lovely stay, comfortable in every way. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain escape
Central Blue mountains location. Cozy cottage, and well decorated. Fenced yard , lovely for our dog. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kristal R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we loved and more!
There has obviously been so much love put into this home… creating an amazing get away! Everything down to the presentation, cleanliness, décor, warmth and ambiance of the home.. it all makes you feel special just to be there. Thank you for making our stay so memorable, we will definitely be returning guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the little cottage. Easy access to shops and short drive to tourist locations. House was child and pet friendly. Would recommend to anyone looking for a great long weekend escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eliza B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Enjoyed our time at the property. It was a ver rainy weekend but cosy inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in a quiet cosy cottage
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Gareth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Running weekend in the. Blueys
Property was clean and comfortable. Listing was a little misleading as the 3rd bedroom was adjoined to another bedroom which was fine for us but might not suit everyone. The single bed was also a much shorter bed so would not suit anyone who was taller. Also it was advertised as 2 bathrooms when there was only one. Would be nice to have been. Able to wash our running clothes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Laurence L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serious problems
The kitchen equipment was lacking small saucepans and the kitchen lighting was poor. We were unable to use the microwave without using our phone lights or wash up properly due to the lack of a light over the sink. The worst feature of the cottage was the water hammer when the shower over the bath was used. It was impossible to use the shower without creating a very loud growling sound throughout the whole house and impossible to get an even flow of warm water from the shower without putting both hot and cold taps on full power which did not suit a number of our party. It was also not clear from the blurb about the cottage on the website that the second bathroom was in another building separate from the cottage which was sneaky and the shower in it leaked water from the base of the shower head instead of water coming out the shower rose which made it unusable. One of the beds had dirty sheets on it. The two back bedrooms were very chilly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
The cottage was beautiful. Our dog loved the property also and spent time wandering around the garden outback which is something he doesn’t have at home. Very close to the mall which has a lot of dog friendly options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family getaway
A lovely house in a quiet street - with everything you need. The house was clean and comfortable, with a great garden and plenty of living space. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deena C., Fernie

Liked: Cleanliness
Leura cottage
Lovely cottage, it had all the amenities we needed. Gas heater in the kitchen was very well used as the nights/mornings were cold. Lovely sunroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Boris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot, perfectly located
We had a great stay! The home was cozy and clean, and the location was super close to Leura Mall which was very convenient. Wendy was very responsive and friendly in our communications, and we'd definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vidette G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Beautiful cottage in quiet location. Comfortable for everyone and decor was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a weekend away
We had a girls weekend away and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location, comfortable beds, very clean and cosy. We will definitely be rebooking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Skye R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Leura
Highland cottage was gorgeous & we had a wonderful stay :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tracey l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022