Summary: Welcome to Tiny Nanook! Set in the picturesque Kanimbla Valley, the ultimate tiny house NSW retreat offers stunning views of the Blue Mountains escarpments, surrounding countryside, and is just 2 hours from Sydney. Relax on your tiny deck while enjoying the evening light and seeing kangaroos hopping by around the property. Occasionally, wombats, echidnas and possums may roam by at dawn, dusk or even during the night. On a clear night, you can see the Milky Way and the Southern Cross. During the day, you can head down to have a dip in Cox’s River, which borders our property. The Space: Tiny Nanook is nestled amongst the gum trees in a private location, nestled amongst stunning scenery, overlooking Marsden Rock and our neighbour's vineyard. The perfect Blue Mountains accommodation, 2 hours from Sydney, features soaring sandstone ridges covered in native bushland, scenic views, and bushwalking trails. Among the nearby attractions in the area are Jenolan Caves, Mayfield Gardens, and Mt Victoria. The tiny house offers guests a comfortable stay and compact space with plenty of windows that invite the outside in. It has a easy access to water, a well-equipped kitchenette, and split-airconditioning to keep cool in summer, and warm in the winter. There is a double sized bed up in the loft and a couch on ground floor. Perfect for 2 persons! The kitchenette has everything you need to cook your light meals with. A portable cooker, cookware, cooking utensils, cutlery, dishes, glasses, microwave, a 92L fridge, and excellent bathroom facilities. The bathroom, however, follows ecologically sustainable principles, including an eco-friendly compost toilet, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers). If you're plan to spend your tiny house NSW retreats here, we advise that you bring your basic necessities such as food and water during your stay with us. Preferably, bring biodegradable ones so that the grey water runoff does not harm the environment. Thank you! Check out tiny house video : https://vimeo.com/495921169 Guest Access: Guests will have access to the tiny house and its surroundings, except for the host's private residence (by invitation only). Tiny Nanook is not in a fenced area, however when entering or leaving the private residence, please shut the gates at all times. Guests may park in the designated car parking area (indicated with a sign) close to the tiny house. The Neighborhood: Recommended places & things to do in the area : – Jenolan Caves – Swim in the Cox's River – Mayfield Gardens near Oberon – Visit The Tiny Chapel across the road – The Old Historic Hartley Courthouse & village – Explore the Wolgan and Capertee Valley regions – Lots of bushwalks nearby at Mt Victoria, Blackheath and Hampton State forest. – Drive out to Mudgee or the Megalong Valley for some wine tasting and local treats. Getting Around: The property is 136km from Sydney 2.5 hours drive by car. The nearest shopping town is Lithgow which is 26km approximately 30 mins drive. There is no public transport to the property. Local recommendations for food scene : 1. Favourite pizza place : Alchemy Woodfired Pizza & Cafe, 2360 Great Western Highway, Little Hartley, NSW 2790 Great pizzas here 2. Ambermere Rose Inn Restaurant & Bar, 5 Ambermere Drive, Little Hartley, NSW 2790 The food is superb from the main course to desert. Open fire place adds to the atmosphere. Nice old style bar and great outdoor area. 3. For coffee and local produce : Hartley Fresh & Cafe - 2430 Great Western Highway, Hartley, NSW, Australia 2790 For sightseeing (must visit for first time visitors!) : 1. 4655 Jenolan Caves Rd, Jenolan NSW 2790 The Jenolan Caves in the Blue Mountains are one of the world's most spectacular cave formations. 2. Mayfield Gardens, 530 Mayfield Rd, Oberon NSW 2787 Mayfield Garden is a botanical garden situated in Oberon in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. Located approximately 200 kilometres west of Sydney, the garden is one of the world's largest privately owned cool climate gardens, lying within a 2,000-hectare agricultural area. For Shopping and Groceries 1. Lithgow Valley Plaza, Located on the corner of Lithgow & Bent Streets in Lithgow, just minutes away from the Great Western Highway. Easy parking and all the essentials in one area For Parks and Nature : 1. Blue Mountains National Park BLUE MOUNTAINS ADVENTURE TOUR SPECIALISTS High and Wild has been leading the way in Blue Mountains adventure tours since 1989. Based in Katoomba their aim is to provide people from all parts of the world and all walks of life an opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of the Blue Mountains. Running canyoning, abseiling, rock climbing and bush survival courses. https://www.highandwild.com.au Blue Mountains Adventure Company specialises in abseiling, climbing, canyoning and hiking adventures in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. https://bmac.com.au Other Things to Note: - Wifi is not available - Pets are not allowed - You may bring your own firewood - Firewood will be supplied once per stay - Mobile reception is okay for both Telstra and Optus - Additional firewood can be purchased at an extra cost $15 a bag - No smoking allowed and unregistered guests or visitors on the property - We have a pet dog on the property - it will be kept in a fenced area around the main house - Outdoor fire pit is available to use except when there is a total fire ban in place or high winds - We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge - The BBQ is available only on request 24 hours prior to your arrival. Please contact the host 24 hours before arriving if you need the BBQ during your stay, otherwise we can’t guarantee the BBQ will be available Important note: - Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property - Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban - We are surrounded by other properties so there’s a potential you may hear neighbours mowing or working. Motorbikes can also be heard now and then. - In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our compost toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay. Interaction with Guests: Guests will enjoy your own private space but we are always happy to chat with you.