Escape to the Blue Mountains and immerse yourself in this charming Historic Retreat, built in the 1920s with original features like an old train door and beautiful lead light windows. Take a short walk to Springwood Train Station, grocery stores, cafes, restaurants or stay in with your pet.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly!
Escape to the beautiful Blue Mountains and immerse yourself in this amazing Historic Retreat.
Built in the 1920's.... so 100 years worth of history & trinkets including an original old door from an old 'rattler train' & beautiful lead light windows!
Pet Friendly but PLEASE NOTE NO ENCLOSED BACK YARD. Check pics to determine if suitable for your pet.
A 5-10min walk to all that you might need... Springwood Train Station, grocery & bread shop, newsagent, cafe's, restaurants etc..
Come Visit!
You can access the House Manual/Rules here... https://1drv.ms/b/s!AlUXXdDagjrAlTcO6yjMS8k_strl?e=1ysbFG
Here is the link to the Guidebook.... Amazing things to See Do & Eat in the Blue Mountains! https://1drv.ms/b/s!AlUXXdDagjrAlTWOX1U7663A1sJ-?e=U60hhR
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Smoking only outside
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
NBN Modem-During a storm please disconnect the white NBN modem from the powerpoint.
An electrical storm may damage the modem and you may lose internet
Please - No loud noise after 11pm - thank you!
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: The back garden is not fenced
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: There's a mattress under the bed & in the wardrobe
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only outside
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 2777, PID-STRA-11281
About the neighborhood
Located in Springwood, this vacation home is in the mountains. Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum and Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Emu Plains War Memorial and Museum of Fire. Traveling with kids? Consider Springwood Community Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at BlueBet Stadium. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing, hiking/biking trails, and ecotours. Visit our Springwood travel guide
Is Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly! located?
This family-friendly Springwood vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Springwood Community Arts Centre and Sassafras Gully Reserve. Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum and Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Springwood Station is 24 minutes by foot.
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Unique 1920's Historic Retreat! Pet Friendly! Reviews
Reviews
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We had a great time and the place was exactly as advertised. It was spacious, very clean and once we figured out how to cross the highway we realized how close we were to town! Ideal spot. I especially loved sitting outside and seeing the cockatoos flying around or waking up to the different birds singing!
It was a wonderful start to our trip before we went into the city for a few nights!
I would definitely stay there again!
Nicole G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Simon H.
Aug 9, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It is an old place with real character. I enjoyed staying there with my family. One concern (not the fault of the host) is that the avenue exits onto a fast dual carriageway so it feels a bit dangerous - especially if you turn right for Leura etc.
Great holiday, the property was excellent, very comfortable and cosy. The kitchen was well appointed with every gadget you could need, every room contained artworks, stained glass or antique nick naks which was quirky and interesting. Though near the Hwy the street was really quiet and no noise concerns.
We stayed 10 days in January on a five-month holiday around Australia. We do not usually stay in 5 star hotels, so I'm no snob.
The location was perfect for us as we wanted to see the Blue Mountains and Sydney on this stop. 5 min from the train to Sydney and 10 min from the Blue Mountain parks was perfect. The house is advertised as a "Stylishly renovated 1920's historic retreat" and had a good amount of space, nice size rooms, loads of hot water. The kitchen is functional but has a dozen or so appliances that are antiques and cannot be used and a gas stove that needs repair. The property is nice but needs some TLC. The overgrown front yard is like bush walking to get to the front door which drags on the floor so hard that I had to use my shoulder to get it to move. There's a grove from the door that has ground through the finish on the floor. The throw rugs on the floor curl up when walking through and trip you on the return trip. The house has great potential but needs some work.
We spent a wonderful weekend in this historic cottage with family to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. It was like a trip back in time, as the 1920s cottage was still largely in original condition but with all the conveniences expected (other than the single bathroom and separate toilet, which resulted at times in some queueing, and no dishwasher, which would have spoiled the otherwise well-equipped old-style kitchen!). The cottage is quaintly and tastefully furnished, and interesting ”niknaks” abound. The main bedroom was spacious with a comfy queen bed but other guests need to sleep on sofa beds. We found the sofabed that we had in the cosy “ 2nd bedroom” was a bit tricky to mount and needed some padding to make it comfortable, but there were plenty of doonas and blankets available for this. The pretty leadlight windows in the room made the effort worthwhile! There is a sunny porch at the back overlooking the bush, and a backyard for the kids to play in, and pick some citrus fruit (I hope the owner doesn’t mind, it was a real treat for city kids). The lovely Birdwood Gully was close by, and we enjoyed the bushwalk there. Likewise the village shops were only a few minutes’ walk away. A charming one-off holiday cottage you will always remember.
)love the look of the place( oriental and retro), kitchen has absolutely all mod cons. Bushwalk is near just a little up road. Close to town. Very quiet. The layout of the house is really interesting and inviting. There is lots to look at and watch and read. The second bedroom is ok with the double bed folded out. But jeez it's tricky to put it up. Nearly broke two mirrors trying to do so. Would appreciate a permanent bed in that room, as I do wish to stay again.