Explorers cottage - family friendly getaway
About this house rental
Situated in Katoomba, this attractive house for $271 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Gorgeous 3 bedroom holiday home, located in a quiet street close to Katoomba main street, cafes and vintage stores. Warm yourself by the slow combustion fire place while taking a relaxing break in the Blue Mountains. Property has a modern kitchen with gas stove, a fully fenced yard with BBQ and kids fort, one queen bedroom, one double bedroom and one bunk room with trundle so you can sleep that extra person. The property has 1 bathroom, warm cosy lounge room with large screen TV, DVD player and Playstation for the kids. Bed 1 - Queen Bed Bed 2 - Double Bed Bed 3 - 1 Bunk Bed + Pull Out Trundle Porta Cot also available Minimum 2 night stay Linen can be supplied. Accommodates 7 **PLEASE NOTE 3-4 NIGHT MINIMUM ON LONG WEEKENDS, EASTER & XMAS NEWYEAR**
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Katoomba
Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(28 Reviews)
5.0
We were here for a conference so unfortunately we weren't able to use the house as much as we would have liked. However, the house is located perfectly to both the conference centre and the town centre, which made it incredibly convenient for us. Although there were 5 of us (all adults), we still fit comfortably in the house. Thank you Lisa for hosting us!
5.0
We had a fantastic stay, the property was just right for our group. We were staying with a group of teenagers but it would have also been perfect for younger kids with a great playroom. We loved having the fire on our first night, and there was plenty of room for the rest of our travelling companions to join us for dinner. Many thanks for a great stay.
5.0
We had a lovely stay over the Kings birthday long weekend. The house was beautlifully clean and check in easy. The house is stocked with everything you need for your stay including kids toys and movies, a playstation machine and a well stocked kitchen. We loved the fire - thank you for the logs to get us going on our first night. Great location, a short walk to the Katoomba shops an Scenic World.
5.0
Hi Lisa
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your house over the weekend. As mentioned by previous visitors it was well equipped for my kids which allowed my wife and I to relax by the fire while they played. Plenty of toys for the little one and for the big kids the PS3 was a win. We were able to easily walk to the town centre for morning coffee and also walk down to Scenic World. Highly recommend Cahills lookout which is a 5 minute drive away especially at sunset.
Resourceful, thought out and conveniently located we will be returning again.
Thank you Explorers cottage for hosting us.
10.0
Hi Lisa
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your house over the weekend. As mentioned by previous visitors it was well equipped for my kids which allowed my wife and I to relax by the fire while they played. Plenty of toys for the little one and for the big kids the PS3 was a win. We were able to easily walk to the town centre for morning coffee and also walk down to Scenic World. Highly recommend Cahills lookout which is a 5 minute drive away especially at sunset.
Resourceful, thought out and conveniently located we will be returning again.
Thank you Explorers cottage for hosting us.
5.0
A quiet, convenient and relaxing house.
Hi Lisa
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your house over the weekend. As mentioned by previous visitors it was well equipped for my kids which allowed my wife and I to relax by the fire while they played. Plenty of toys for the little one and for the big kids the PS3 was a win. We were able to easily walk to the town centre for morning coffee and also walk down to Scenic World. Highly recommend Cahills lookout which is a 5 minute drive away especially at sunset.
Resourceful, thought out and conveniently located we will be returning again.
Thank you Explorers cottage for hosting us.
5.0
The house was in a great location, very close to the shops and major nearby attractions (Scenic World, 3 Sisters, Katoomba Falls Illuminated walk, etc). The house was very well stocked, with plenty of toys and books to keep younger kids entertained.
5.0
Well equiped house in great location
The house was in a great location, very close to the shops and major nearby attractions (Scenic World, 3 Sisters, Katoomba Falls Illuminated walk, etc). The house was very well stocked, with plenty of toys and books to keep younger kids entertained.
5.0
A longtime coming
Great location super impressed with kitchen utilities and supplies. This booking was booked and changed and booked Lisa accommodated every change and was very helpful and there to make sure your stay in what you hoped. Will definitely stay again.
5.0
Great place to stay, lovely playroom for the kids, great location close to the main St and not far from attractions.
10.0
Great place to stay, lovely playroom for the kids, great location close to the main St and not far from attractions.
5.0
Great location, great play room
Great place to stay, lovely playroom for the kids, great location close to the main St and not far from attractions.
5.0
Great location
Great location for tourist attractions and shopping.
Fireplace made the home feel cosy during the cooler nights. Creature comforts of home while not at home.
5.0
The house is located close to shops and beautiful walks. It's full of useful things for kids - toys, high chairs etc. Our kids had a fantastic time.
Lisa was helpful throughout the whole process. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We had a lovely stay this weekend. The house is clean, great for children.
The house is located close to shops and beautiful walks. It's full of useful things for kids - toys, high chairs etc. Our kids had a fantastic time.
Lisa was helpful throughout the whole process. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
we loved our stay , the kids had a wonderful time as the house was very kids friendly and a great location too !
5.0
Excellent property
we loved our stay , the kids had a wonderful time as the house was very kids friendly and a great location too !
4.0
Great getaway with my wife and son. close to everything. We will go back
4.0
Excellent
Great getaway with my wife and son. close to everything. We will go back
4.0
If you are looking for a spacious, cosy and relaxed place to hang out at this is the place. The house is well equipped for a autumn/winter mountain stay. It has a cosy fireplace, oil heaters in all rooms and electric blankets on all beds. Bedding & towels were supplied which was great! Also a few logs to get your fire started.
If you have babies or kids there is plenty of equipment, toys and games to keep them busy. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking and preparing food. The bedrooms are modern & comfortable.
It's not to far by car to all the main sights and towns but could be a bit steep for walking in the area for some. There is great coffee & service at nearby cafe Cassiopeia and Hinkler Park for a kids playground.
The owner is very friendly, quick to respond, helpful and answer queries :)
4.0
Cosy Mountains Escape
If you are looking for a spacious, cosy and relaxed place to hang out at this is the place. The house is well equipped for a autumn/winter mountain stay. It has a cosy fireplace, oil heaters in all rooms and electric blankets on all beds. Bedding & towels were supplied which was great! Also a few logs to get your fire started.
If you have babies or kids there is plenty of equipment, toys and games to keep them busy. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking and preparing food. The bedrooms are modern & comfortable.
It's not to far by car to all the main sights and towns but could be a bit steep for walking in the area for some. There is great coffee & service at nearby cafe Cassiopeia and Hinkler Park for a kids playground.
The owner is very friendly, quick to respond, helpful and answer queries :)
1.0
House needs a really good clean and some basic maintaince,we had issues with the following
Mouldy Shower screen, Cold draft coming thru sun room door that didnt close, screen door and side gate not closing , so banging in wind at night, oven not working and cobwebs in side . Personal cupboard not locked.
1.0
NEEDS A GOOD CLEAN!
House needs a really good clean and some basic maintaince,we had issues with the following
Mouldy Shower screen, Cold draft coming thru sun room door that didnt close, screen door and side gate not closing , so banging in wind at night, oven not working and cobwebs in side . Personal cupboard not locked.
3.0
Excellent property!
The house was very well equipped for 4 adults and two small children.
The only negatives we experienced were an unclean BBQ from the last guests and a leaking roof in the back sun room when it rained.
4.0
Well set up home close to attractions!
Great little home that is roomy enough for 4 adults and 2 children. All the essentials you need and more. The kids loved the plentiful toys and games.
It was a lovely touch to have some goodies left in the fridge on arrival.
House was clean and tidy however some of the dishes had not been cleaned properly (this is an expectation of the previous guests though) and the back patio could have been swept to enjoy more use while the kids play outside.
Close to all the attractions around the blue mountains.
Thanks for an enjoyable stay.
5.0
Great place for kids
We stayed for a couple of nights in August. Having a backyard was great for kids(4 & 7) as were all the kids toys in the front room.
5.0
Ideal family escape
Could not fault our stay, we were lucky enough to be able to experience snow. We woke up to a think blanket of snow covering the property and surrounding katoomba. It was so surreal.
5.0
Great family-friendly place
We had a great few days at Explorer's Cottage, Katoomba. It was a spacious and comfortable place for us, and well-equipped. The kids loved the toys there, the garden and the cubby/slide in the garden. We all enjoyed the real fire and this made the living area cosy, although (being a very cold time of year) the bedrooms were chilly (even with heaters on) so take plenty of warm clothes in winter. A lovely house.
5.0
Excellent
Explorers cottage was a great place to stay in Katoomba, it really catered for children and we loved the fireplace
Thank you
5.0
Fantastic location and great facilities.
Really enjoyed the stay here, and had fantastic facilities everything you could ask for.
Also the location id brilliant to explore the blue mountains.
Bring a jumper for the night time :)
5.0
Lovely place!
My sons and I had wonderful time staying at Lisa´s place. She was presente every time we needed her. The house and the garden are simply fantastic.
Thank you very much.
5.0
Great stay over New Years!
We had a fabulous stay at Explorers Cottage! As a group of 5 runners we found it comfortable and roomy and we would highly recommend it to any group. It is close enough to the main street to walk to get food and supplies but far enough away to ensure peace and quiet. You don't need children to enjoy the comforts of Explorers Cottage as it caters for adult groups and couples just as well as it does for kids. Lisa was lovely and provided us with recommendations and local information over the holiday period.
4.0
Perfect for travelling with kids
Explorers Cottage has a great location, and it was perfect for travelling with a toddler (e.g., toys in the sunroom, slide out back, kids dishes in the kitchen, blanket with cars). The house was well equipped and the beds were comfortable. I would definitely stay here again. Two possible improvements: as another guest mentioned, more toilet paper would be nice --we had to stock up in town. Also, without a hatchet to break up the wood, we couldn't get a nice fire going, so it was a bit chilly.
Thanks for a great visit!
5.0
Fantastic stay!
We had a great stay at Explorers Cottage - the cottage is clean, comfortable and cosy - would sleep 6 or 7 people comfortably - and is fantastic for children with a great sunroom packed full of toys and a big yard with swing-set. The kids loved the open fire too - plenty of wood and firelighters were provided. Good value for money. Can't beat the location - a short walk to the main street of Katoomba - loved taking a stroll out for dinner and seeing the cottage solar lighting in the garden welcoming us home! We'll be back!
4.0
What a delightful, charming home!
Although there were 7 of us (family + grandparents), we found the place to be quite roomy, open and spacious. The sunroom was a real bonus, particularly with the abundance of games, video games, and toys for the kids. The kitchen was very clean and heavily stocked with new crockery, baking dishes and high-end appliances - a real gourmet delight. Having the washer/dryer at our disposal was very convenient. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were cozy, especially with the heated blankets. All shops and services are a walk away, and the start/finish line for the North Face 100 race was just down the road - couldn't get any better! I'll certainly be going back.
5.0
Perfect Property for an escape to the mountains!
This is a well located cottage, which has undercover parking in the front yard. The cottage is well equipped, lovely and comfortable. The back yard is securely fenced, which is a big draw card for me with the young kids, also the enclosed rumpus room at the front of the house was perfect for the wet day we had. The kids had a ball climbing on the fort and playing with the toys in the rumpus room. The owners have really thought about what you need when you are away from home, with or without the kids!
5.0
Excellent Property
We throughly enjoyed our stay at Explorers cottage. We booked last minute and they made it easy for us. The house is very modern with a fully equipped kitchen.It has a coffee machine! perfect for early morning starts. There are a range of toys for the kids such as a playstation, dvds and player and kids toys. The parking can easily fit two cars, having one undercover. The place was clean and a lovely experience for us!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Katoomba?
The average price for a rental in Katoomba is $216 per night. This rental is $55 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Explorers cottage - family friendly getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Explorers cottage - family friendly getaway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Explorers cottage - family friendly getaway?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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