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Stylish Cottage Retreat

Vacation home with kitchen, near White Bay Cruise Terminal

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Dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Close to White Bay Cruise Terminal and Star Casino, Stylish Cottage Retreat provides amenities like a garden. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms50 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Stylish Cottage Retreat

Summary:
Beautifully renovated, this stylish two-bedroom home with a study offers luxury and functionality. The spacious master suite provides a private retreat, while the open-plan living area connects effortlessly to a lush tropical courtyard. Ideal for entertaining, the gourmet kitchen features premium appliances, a built-in alfresco area with plumbed gas BBQ, and a wine cellar.

The Space:
This beautifully renovated home seamlessly blends character, comfort, and contemporary design. Thoughtfully updated to suit modern living, it offers a stylish and practical layout ideal for both relaxing and working from home.
Featuring two spacious bedrooms and a dedicated study, the home is perfectly tailored for remote work or creative pursuits. The master suite overlooks a lush tropical courtyard and includes a generous ensuite with a freestanding bath and dual showers—highlighted by a luxurious rain shower in a private wet room.
The open-plan living area is bathed in natural light from overhead skylights and features custom joinery, polished concrete floors, and integrated media. Steel-framed bifold doors open wide to connect the indoors with an inviting courtyard oasis, complete with built-in seating, tropical landscaping, plumbed gas barbecue, and ambient evening lighting.
The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with a large stainless-steel oven and gas cooktop, separate microwave and convection ovens, a wine fridge, and abundant storage. Adjacent are a walk-in pantry, full laundry, and a temperature-controlled wine cellar—enhancing the home’s functionality for daily life and entertaining alike.

Guest Access:
Guests are most welcome to enjoy the property. Guests have access to all the amenities in the house except for attic storage.

For security purposes, check-in details will be emailed to confirmed guests 2 days before arrival for an easy smooth fast check-in. Kindly make sure you have submitted the security form with all the valid ID's of all adult guests staying so that you receive a seamless check-in experience :)

The Neighborhood:
Just 2 km from Sydney’s CBD, Balmain is a leafy, harbourside village with a creative spirit and a welcoming community vibe. Renowned for its historic pubs, heritage terraces, and the vibrant energy of Darling Street’s cafés, boutiques, and markets, it offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. With regular ferries and buses, the city is just a 15–20 minute ride away. Locals enjoy scenic foreshore walks, beautiful parks, and the iconic Dawn Fraser Baths—hallmarks of Balmain’s relaxed, community-focused lifestyle.

Getting Around:
Well connected to Sydney’s CBD and surrounding areas, this home is just a 2 to 10 minute walk from nearby bus and ferry stops. Regular ferries from Balmain and Balmain East wharves offer a quick and scenic 10–15 minute trip to Circular Quay, while frequent bus services along Darling Street and nearby roads provide easy access to the city, Rozelle, and other Inner West suburbs. For cyclists, direct routes across the Anzac Bridge make commuting into the city both convenient and enjoyable.

Other Things to Note:
A non-refundable 4.5% fee applies to all payments made by credit or debit card. The service fee is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation.
Before check-in, all guests are required to complete a security verification process, which includes uploading a valid photo ID and a selfie to confirm booking details. For the home owners security, only guests who are listed on the security form are allowed access to the property.
Australia is a tropical country, from time to time you may see bugs, spiders and insects, mostly harmless. We don't accept cancellations on the above but are at your disposal should you need any assistance. We regularly fumigate the property to prevent unwanted pests.
There is also a building boom going on through out Sydney we don't refund for construction noise if anything is going on in the neighbourhood however if there is works being done next door or in the same building we will have a note in our summary.
Vaping is strictly prohibited within the unit. Fire detectors are sensitive and may be triggered by vapour. Any fire brigade call-out fees resulting from vaping will be charged to the guest. Lost keys or keys not returned to the lockbox is a call out fee of $350. And $1000 for smoking.

Interaction with Guests:
We give guests full privacy but are most welcome to reach out as needed. Simply send a message via the platform you booked. We are also just a phone call away :)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

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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

Rules

There is a non refundable 4.5% charge when you pay with a credit/debit card. All guests are required to complete an online insurance / security for...

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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-83225, 2041

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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New South Wales, Balmain

What's nearby

  • White Bay Cruise Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Star Casino - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station - 4 min drive
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 7 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The London Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bertoni - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dry Dock - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gladstone Park Bowling Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gigi's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish Cottage Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish Cottage Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish Cottage Retreat located?

Located in Balmain, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from White Bay Cruise Terminal and within 3 mi (5 km) of Star Casino and Circular Quay. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sydney Circular Quay Station is 25 minutes by foot.

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