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A spacious hallway with large windows, a central decorative rhino sculpture, and a view of a brick wall and greenery outside. - The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat (O'Malley)
A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed hedges and a variety of trees. - The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat (O'Malley)
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a large abstract painting, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a garden through large windows. - The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat (O'Malley)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a large table and chairs. - The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat (O'Malley)
A swimming pool surrounded by a landscaped garden with a house in the background. - The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat (O'Malley)
In the heart of Canberra, The Gallery offers a unique retreat. Surround yourself with contemporary art in this mid-century marvel, and unwind by the pool amidst lush green gardens. Enjoy your own private space in this six-bedroom house, complete with multiple bathrooms and a separate studio for solitude.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat

  • The Gallery offers a unique approach to connect contemporary art with inspiring spaces, excellent architecture and the very best in design. It interprets the absolute essence of Canberra with calms, relax and contemporary art breath.

    The Gallery is a mid-century marvel designed by one of Canberra’s most beloved pop culture icons.

    The various artworks speckled throughout the living, dining room and the bedrooms.
    A swimming pool is surrounded by the green gardens overlooked by a large courtyard.

    Notes:

    The master bedroom is with an ensuite. There is another bathroom and a separate toilet in the house. The third bathroom and toilet is in the courtyard.

    The property is comprised of the six bedroom house and a separate studio. The studio is used by owner, but it doesn't have the access to any part of the house and courtyard, so the guests can enjoy their own leisure.

    Garage is not provided. Guests can park on the circular drive way or off-street, but please don't block the access to the garage.

    O’Malley is a pleasant place with a high standard of living.
    There is a major shopping center just down the road where there are ample restaurants and variety of shops.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
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

About the neighborhood

O'malley, a neighborhood in Canberra, is home to this vacation home. Royal Australian Mint and Old Parliament House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Canberra Golf Club and Delta Force Paintball Canberra. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Manuka Oval or The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre. Visit our Canberra travel guide
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ACT, O'Malley

What's nearby

  • A hilly landscape with dense green forests, a distant town, and mountains in the background.
    Red Hill Nature Reserve
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mount Mugga Mugga Nature Reserve
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Farrer Ridge Woodland Reserve
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • National Capital Private Hospital
    4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station
    12 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fox & Bow
    4 min drive
  • San Churro Woden
    4 min drive
  • Grease Monkey
    3 min drive
  • KFC
    3 min drive
  • Dumpling Social
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat located?

Located in O'malley, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Canberra Hospital, Red Hill Nature Reserve, and Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve. Canberra Nature Park is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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The Gallery - Architectural Designer's Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

greg s.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice location good house

Home is very large, great location. quiet area
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

A very nice place on embassy row

This is a very large and nicely equipped house that my group enjoyed. We didn't use the pool as it was winter (July) but the grounds are really well landscaped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

Perfect stay for large groups

We had a very comfortable stay here with a total of 12 people. Very impressed with the size and cleanliness of the place. We loved the artwork and kitchen appliances provided. My only suggestion to make our stay even better would be more bins and boxes of tissues for the bedrooms, more tea towels in the kitchen and hand towels in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

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

Wonderful property

This is a wonderful hidden gem in Canberra. The property itself is stunning and had everything you needed, close to shops and beautiful walking spots, the neighbourhood is quiet and friendly. Host is responsive and helpful. We were all sad to leave in the end!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

The Gallery

Our overall stay was wonderful. The house is huge and the location was great for us. Will was easy to deal with and accessible when needed. Unfortunately the bathroom in the ensuite was a little grimy and could do with an extra clean and the kitchen could be stocked with more glasses and a few little extra condiments for the price you pay to stay. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim W.

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

Attractive mid-century house

The property was perfect for our group of 5 couples. A very interesting house in a great location and with plenty of room. Air conditioning was great for a cold weekend. Unfortunately you weren’t permitted to have a drink or walk on the carpet which ruled out using the lounge room, so all our time was spent in the tiled dining room. Also more linen would have been appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wayne K.

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

Family catch up

House location and cleanliness was good. It was disappointing that a house that slept 12 only had enough crockery and cutlery for 10. They were 4 wine glasses short and there were no champagne glasses.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christie R.

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

Fantastic house

Really wonderful house, can't recommend highly enough. Great location and will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tasneem D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check-in process was smooth and straightforward—clear instructions were provided ahead of time, and getting access to the property was hassle-free. The kitchen was well-equipped with all the essentials, including cookware, utensils, and basic pantry items, which made it easy to prepare meals. Overall, a comfortable and convenient stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne K.

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

Giraffe

Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Family Wedding

Having a family wedding to attend we immediate looked for a place that could house a large group while still allowing for a level of independence. Choices were limited until we found this wonderful property. We could not have been any happier with our stay and created allot of amazing memories HIGHLY Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine K.

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

Glasses

House Needs more glasses especially wine glasses.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sar K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025