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Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

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Mount Tomah, NSW
  • Popular LocationBlue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah14 min walk
  • Popular LocationThree Sisters44 min drive
  • Popular LocationKatoomba Scenic World45 min drive
  • AirportSydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)101 min drive

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About this property

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

Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat

Located within walking distance from the Botanic Gardens on a quiet, no-through road, Huntington Cottage is nestled on 5 acres of magical gardens with a plethora of trees, birdlife, pathways and views.

Averaging 10°C lower temperatures through summer, Mount Tomah is the perfect place to escape the summer heat.

100 feet above the snow line and between 1 – 1.5 hours from Sydney metropolitan, this property has everything for the perfect weekend or holiday getaway. Escape the hustle and bustle of life as you drive the scenic Bells Line of Road and enter another world as you ascend into the clouds – literally... Close to restaurants, cafes and orchards.

Electric security gates framed with Leighton greens and agapanthus greet you. Drive through to a magnificent view across the mountains and over the Botanic Gardens along a picturesque golden driveway lined with topiary trees and liquid ambers. Ready to welcome you at the end of the driveway, Huntington Cottage sits peacefully amidst leafy trees and birdsong offering covered parking for your vehicle.


With a large verandah to maximise your mountain experience, inside you'll find spacious living areas, a central fireplace, reverse-cycle air conditioning and sophisticated but relaxed furnishings. Two generous bedrooms, (1 king and 1 queen), queen size sofa lounge, a huge bathroom with double showerheads, laundry facilities and full kitchen with every appliance and utensil you will need including that all-important coffee machine. An endless supply of natural fresh mountain spring water supplies every tap and shower. All you have to bring is yourself...

DETAILS ABOUT THE COTTAGE

Covered parking for one car and room for additional parking. Large verandah with furnishings and stainless-steel barbeque.

Generous living areas with deep, three-seater and two-seater lounges, throw cushions and rugs, large coffee table, free Wi-Fi, stereo system, flat screen HD TV, DVD player and a library of movies at your disposal. Mood lighting creates the perfect atmosphere. A centrally located combustion fireplace with plenty of timber and kindling completes your cosy mountain experience. Dining area with timber table and comfortable chairs. A powerful but quiet reverse-cycle inverter air conditioner, full insulation, deep verandah and shade, keeps the cottage and you cool and fresh on the hotter days in summer.

A full-size kitchen includes large stainless-steel fridge/freezer, LG dishwasher, double sink, microwave oven, gas cook top, electric oven and large pantry. All utensils, cookware, crockery, glassware and tableware supplied. A picture window overlooks the garden. Huge bathroom with double shower, vanity, toilet and built-in laundry. Spring and filtered water on-tap.

Main bedroom includes a luxurious king-size sleigh bed, oil heater, electric blanket, block out curtains, bedside tables and lamps and plenty of storage for your belongings. The second bedroom is a sunny delight, offering a queen-size iron bed, electric blanket, block out curtains, oil heater, bedside tables with lamps and a built-in mirrored wardrobe. Both bedrooms are carpeted and beds have top quality mattresses and flannelette sheets in the cooler months for extra coziness. A comfortable queen size sofa lounge is located in the lounge room. Luxury cotton towels supplied.

For your convenience upon arrival, a complimentary breakfast hamper is supplied and a coffee machine with a supply of premium coffee pods for that all-important morning (or afternoon) cappuccino, espresso, flat white, short or long black - your choice.


THINGS TO DO

During spring and summer, the days are truly glorious and usually around 10°C cooler than Sydney temperatures.

If you’ve come for a relaxing retreat, you’ll be happy to stay on the grounds with plenty of picnicking and photo opportunities. Stunning gardens and walks with an abundance of native birdlife for the birdwatcher. In the warmer months, you may even see rare black cockatoos flying amongst the treetops!

Otherwise, we are only a few hundred metres from Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens with all it has to offer including a fine restaurant with magnificent views.

Take a drive up to historic and beautiful Mount Wilson or further along to Lithgow or Bell where you can cross over to the popular tourist areas of the Blue Mountains such as the Three Sisters, Katoomba and Leura. Alternatively, take a relaxed drive just a little way down the mountain to explore a variety of orchards including 'pick-your-own', quality restaurants including ‘Bilpin Afire’ (formerly Apple Bar), cafes and roadside stalls. There are some other surprises for the observant explorer! Go for a bush walk in summer or just take a stroll down our quiet street.

Complete your day with a barbeque and outdoor dining with a glass of wine, or a cold beer and watch the mist roll in as the sun goes down.

Property manager

John Athanasio

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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-2335, 2758

Property is also known as

Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage Escape Summer Heat
Huntington Cottage Escape Summer Heat
Mount Tomah Huntington Escape Summer Heat
Huntington Escape Summer Heat
Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage Escape the Summer Heat!
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About the neighborhood

Mount Tomah

Located in Mount Tomah, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Wynnes Rocks Lookout, while Yengo Sculpture Garden and Bellsridge Cottage are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah and Windyridge Garden. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah - 14 min walk
  • Zig Zag Railway - 23 min drive
  • Three Sisters - 44 min drive
  • Echo Point Lookout - 44 min drive
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Bell Station - 17 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cottage Orchard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Hive Berambing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maggie Lou's Bite - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Tomah - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Springside Gallery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat located?

This family-friendly Mount Tomah cottage is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah and Brunet Meadow. Blue Mountains National Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Mount Tomah Huntington Cottage - Peaceful and beautiful retreat Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and picturesque getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend John and Ruth's place to anyone looking for a peaceful and secluded getaway in the Blue Mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerd & melissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and tranquil garden cabin.
Setting absolutely wonderful with dozens of parrots coming to feed. Owners take great care of their visitors with full breakfast provisions and more. Lovely to have a cozy fire at night and extraordinary to be so close to all the wonder the Blue Mountains can offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ursula Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful mountain retreat
The owners of this property go above and beyond in creating a warm welcome. The cottage is very well equipped, in a beautiful garden setting with lots of birds, just minutes from Mt Tomah Botanical garden, - there was even a home made apple pie in the fridge (and cream) waiting for us along with other goodies to enjoy on our arrival. The cottage is well appointed, warm and peaceful and we loved the privacy and opportunity to unwind in a beautiful setting. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine w.

Liked: Cleanliness
peaceful and tranquil
So cosy with beautiful little touches . Lovely breakfast provisions and apple pie and even surprise of chocolates for hubby's birthday left us feeling very spoilt. The bed is so comfortable with fire to keep you warm and toasty. The birds that visit are so beautiful. Definitely a place you want to return to again and again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, relaxing private getaway
Very enjoyable family time in lovely peaceful surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

catherine w.

Liked: Cleanliness
a peaceful rejuvenating break
A beautifully presented cabin with many special touches. The well stocked pantry first morning breakfast and surprise pie and cream left us feeling very spoiled thank you. The wood fire was so cozy in an unusually cold February topped off with a comfortable warm bed we had the best sleeps in years. The birds were amazing. Thank you for sharing this beautiful part of the world
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie D., Killarney Vale NSW Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful property
Peaceful and idyllic property equipped with all that you may need to relax and gather yourself together.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
A great break away from the city. Property had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property with seclusion and serenity. Really enjoyed our stay. Thanks
Will book this place again. Loved everything about this property. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

joanne r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic gem
We wanted for nothing. Food in the fridge on arrival. Perfume in the bathroom, shampoos etc.. all cooking utensils, teas, coffee, pods, games, DVD’s, books, washing machine and dryer, dishwasher, torches, clear instructions throughout, beautiful room deodorants, blankets, very comfortable seating, options to eat outside on verandah, BBQ, birdseed for a feeder, beautiful sculptured tree driveway.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain getaway.
Apple pie, wood fire and King parrots next to the balcony. Easy drive to golf courses and springtime gardens at Mt Wilson. Everything you need is supplied by the owners. Wonderful retreat from Sydney.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful garden cottage
After an initial hiccup with check in, which seemed connected to glitch in platform and John rushed to address immediately, we eased into a clean and welcoming cottage set within exquisite gardens just a minute up the road from Mt Tomah’s botanical gardens. We were grateful for a very generous breakfast hamper and I was extremely grateful when John not only found my license and ATM card accidentally dropped in their garden after we left but express posted them to me - thank you John and Ruth for sharing your lovely home with us and we hope to return one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend get away!
Warm, welcoming and the host had thought of everything we could possibly need. The surrounds were beautiful. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend in the mountains
Great little cabin for a weekend hideaway. We had a lovely time.

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
My Tomah escape
The cottage was just what we wanted. Beautiful position. Lovely cottage and contained every possible thing to make it so enjoyable. We loved it!

8/10 Good

Adnan H.

Very nice
The property very clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

matthew G.

Brilliant
It was exactly what we needed. A quiet weekend away in peace. Wanted to stay longer so we'll just have to go back. So many little extras that make the stay so easy.

10/10 Excellent

Candy C.

Amazing Accommodation.
Lovely cottage. The accommodation have everything needed. Really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Exceptionally high standard of accommodation.
From the moment we entered the property up until the time we left 6 days later, we were nothing but impressed. The smallest detail was met and the hosts provided well over and above what was expected or even required. We ended up extending our stay an extra night because of this! Absolutely loved it, will be back and will be the most recommended accommodation to our families and friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

anna c.

Peaceful and serene
Thank you John for the wonderful breakfast provisions and apple pie! My friend and I had lunch at the Blue Mountains Botanical Gardens but did not have time for desert, then we arrived at the cottage to find apple pie and cream in the fridge! Such a wonderful addition! We loved your comfortable cottage, so peaceful and serene. Loved the beds and the double shower heads. Best selection of DVDs I have ever seen! We came to relax and that's exactly what we did! My only suggestion is to perhaps put the brooms in the broom cupboard (Feng Shui)!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Louise G.

Unit fully furnished and provisioned. Excellent experience.
Isolated location perfect for a getaway. No internet however Sydney TV channels available and a good range of DVD on-site. Bedrooms extremely comfortable. Walks on the property were limited however Mount Tomah Botanical Gardens were 5 minutes by vehicle down the road. Only complaint was a temperamental washing machine that had to be coaxed through every cycle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicci W.

The perfect mountain getaway!
My husband and I have just had a delightful time at Huntington Cottage. John and Ruth have thought about everything: a fridge stocked with goodies, luxurious bedroom and bathroom linen, plenty of kindling for the fire. The location is great for bushwalking and taking it easy in the mountain air. We highly recommend this place for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Absolutely lovely
Dear Ruth and John, We wanted to say a huge thankyou for your hospitality at Huntington Cottage. The beautiful touches were everywhere we looked. Our stay was homely, relaxing and so well catered for. The bear for Henry was absolutely lovely as was the apple pie. We thankyou for being such excellent hosts and would definitely recommend staying here to our friends and family. Damon, Angela and Henry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Stunningly beautiful cottage!
We highly recommend a stay at Huntington Cottage in Mount Tomah. The beauty that surrounds you is incredible and the hosts have thought of everything to make it a wonderful place to visit. Little extras like the apple pie and cream left in the fridge, a lovely breakfast hamper, milk, juice and more made it so special! The most comfortable bed with gorgeous, soft bed linen, the fireplace all set up for us ready to go which we used the whole time we were here, birdwatching from the deck, comfy furniture, this place has it all. There’s even a picnic basket which we took with us to have a gorgeous lunch with the most incredible view at Mount Banks (highly recommend!). I could go on and on, we hope to return in the near future! The only damper on the weekend is that I had the flu and unfortunately didn’t feel up to getting around to see the sights as much as I would have liked. To dear John and Ruth, thank you for all the lovely touches, it is obvious that you both go out of your way to make your beautiful cottage memorable and magical! With warmest wishes, Stephanie and Mark
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dominica B.

Beautiful little cottage. Cozy, homely and clean!
What a hidden gem! We had such a lovely time during our stay. John and Ruth went above and beyond for us to enjoy our time away. We had a last minute decision to head up to the mountains for a break away from the craziness of life..much needed for the both of us.. the night before at around 12am I sent an email for our enquiry to John and I really didnt expect a reply with such short notice. John managed to reply to the enquiry and process our booking straight away for a same day check-in. When we got there the place was spotless, fire place organised for us to just light and go, wood boxes filled to the rim and to a wonderful suprise we were supplied with all the fresh ingredients to make breaky and a lovely apple pie - although we didnt have the opportunity to try the pie I could only imagine how tasty it was. Bed was amazingly comfortable and the bathroom neat, tidy and well organised. All amenities and kitchen appliances were supplied with seriously... nothing to flaw them on. Our last night I had asked for a late check out just to give us a little more time to pack up and head back home. John replied back in a very timely manber and let us know that unfortubately there were another guest checking in at 2 the next day and it was hard for them organise this for us. Which really wasnt an issue at all. To our suprise, John had contacted us directly after a few minutes and let us know he had organised for guests ans cleaners to come in a little later for us to stay another hour. Above and beyond. Again, thank you for the lovely stay John and Ruth. We will definitely be in contact soon😊
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018