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Sidneys Retreat Summa

Vacation home near Katoomba Scenic World in Katoomba

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Katoomba, NSW
  • Place, Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Sisters
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Katoomba

In Katoomba .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Blue Mountains Cultural Centre and 2 miles (3 km) of Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead with a stay here. Leura Cascades and Silver Mist Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Leura Cascades - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Three Sisters - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Echo Point Lookout - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sushi n Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪8Things - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old City Bank Bar and Brasserie - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aunty Ed's Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Deli - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sidneys Retreat Summa

Summary:
"Your very own hideaway- luxurious enough to spend the weekend inside but near civilisation and nature to spend it outside. This is the next best thing to having your own home away from home."
Malcolm Knox, Sydney Morning Herald
Sidney’s Retreat has two large queen size bedrooms and is perfect for two couples or a family and with extra bedding can comfortably sleep 6. It is conveniently located within 2 min walk to Katoomba cafes and restaurants and 10 min to the 3 sisters at Echo point.

The Space:
Sidney’s Retreat has two large queen size bedrooms and is perfect for two couples or a family. We can also supply a single roll away, double futon style lounge bed and can comfortably sleep 6.

To make your stay more enjoyable we provide electric blankets and 100% cotton quality bed linen, comfortable mattresses and coffee and tea making facilities. There is a deep claw foot bath in the bathroom for total relaxation. A slow combustion stove in the lounge for toasty winters evening. Additional electric and gas heating is provided in the bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom.

Relax in a well equipped country kitchen with all you need to completely self cater and a balcony with stunning views to enjoy the gas bbq and outdoor setting.

Free Wi-fi, games, books, digital radio and music player, Bluray player and selection of dvds are all supplied.

Guest Access:
24 hour access via a keypad on the front door that will be emailed to you a few days prior to your arrival.

The Neighborhood:
Sidney’s Retreat is located in historic Lurline Street, Katoomba in the centre of the World Heritage region of the Blue mountains , a scenic 1 1/2 hours drive from Sydney.

This beautiful self-catering cottage is a convenient 2 minute walk into Katoomba’s interesting Art Deco main street for shopping and restaurants and a 5 minute stroll to the rail station.

A leisurely stroll down Lurline Street takes you past cafes, galleries and craft centres to the amazing sight of the Three Sisters on the edge of the Katoomba Escarpment.

Getting Around:
There is a train station at Katoomba only a 5 min walk from the house down lurline st. There are buses in Katoomba st, Lurline st and surrounding suburbs in easy walking distance from the cottage.
There is parking on Lurline and Leichhart Streets, though not directly outside the house.
Sydney is a 1 1/2 hour drive.

Other Things to Note:
We do not have onsite parking, the best place to park is at the corner of Leichhardt and Lurline st at the top of Leichhardt St facing down the hill.
We strongly recommend anyone with mobility issues does not stay with us as we have a set of stairs down from the road to the front door.

Interaction with Guests:
This is non hosted accommodation, so you will not see anyone during your stay. However, if you do need help we are only a phone call away.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Strictly no smoking This is not a party house- Strictly no parties or loud noise past 9pm allowed as we have permanent neighbours around us.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-14617

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sidneys Retreat Summa to the airport?

This vacation home is 64.5 mi (87-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sidneys Retreat Summa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Sidneys Retreat Summa offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sidneys Retreat Summa?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sidneys Retreat Summa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sidneys Retreat Summa?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sidneys Retreat Summa have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Sidneys Retreat Summa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sidneys Retreat Summa to downtown Katoomba?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Katoomba.

Sidneys Retreat Summa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location. Very cosy cottage vibe. Great spot as could walk to cafes, restaurants etc. Only downside was no washing machine.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Very clean. Well furnished (comfortable beds). Location center but not nosy. Beautiful view from the balcony. I can definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming holiday getaway

We absolutely loved staying at Sidney’s Retreat. Location was close, walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Short drive to Scenic Lookout and to beautiful views of the Blue Mountains. Home was charming, lovely and had everything we needed to make our stay very comfortable. Wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprise birthday getaway!

A small little cottage filled with charm. The location was great and convenient. As mentioned before, the property doesn't have parking, however, that didn't affect the overall stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy & convenient

This little cottage is conveniently located walking distance to the shops which include, Woolworths, Aldi, Big W, bakeries, restaurants etc. The beds were comfortable and there are beautiful floor to ceiling windows. Easy communication with property manager, property clean and stocked with toiletries and kitchen condiments. Just be mindful that there are stairs to access the cottage, no onsite parking (street parking available) and no washer/dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jasper O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway in central Katoomba

Really great place to stay. Within walking distance of main shops but still very quiet and secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect position!

A lovely place to stay. Just 1 street away from the Main Street in Katoomba but so quiet. So easy to walk to all the cafes and restaurants. Very comfortable and private.

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sidney's Retreat

Our family of 6 loved their stay. Close to Katoomba, parks, everything we needed. The details were lovely- coffee machine, soaps and shampoos, claw footed bath! Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cabin close to town

The cottage has a cabin feel to it and is extremely cosy. A great place to spend time on the colder days and easy to access the mountains from. Close to all of Katoomba’s conveniences but you definitely don’t feel like you’re in the middle of town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

marie s.

Very pretty little cottage

We had a great time and just about anything you could want was provided. A few things let the place down, such as no parking and that we were asked to clean the fireplace before we left. Surely that should be done by the cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony O.

Lovely Vista Steps Away From Everything

We stayed at Sidney's Retreat whilst we were up in the mountains showing our UK family around and attending the music festival. It is well equipped, clean and so close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Rhys C.

A Cozy Cottage

A pleasant warmly feel to the entire home, my partner and I loved the 2.5 days we spent here. Every amenity you need is supplied, excluding Wi-Fi - which is a 50/50 depending on who you are. Situated in a little nook and out of the way from the main road, Sidney's retreat is a beautiful place to stay. P.S. The beds & pillows were the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

Excellent house and convenient location

I last visited this property nearly 20 years ago and it’s still as charming as I remember. Warm and cosy and full of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018