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The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat

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Pool
Smart TV, books
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat

Welcome to The Garden Studio, a modern, split-level loft that's your perfect escape in the heart of Dharawal country, Royal National Park. This stylish one-bedroom retreat features an open-plan kitchen and lounge, seamlessly connected to a covered deck overlooking a private garden—your personal oasis.

Upstairs, the loft bedroom offers a cozy queen bed with serene views of mature trees, opening onto a sun-drenched deck for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Nestled in the tranquil village of Maianbar, surrounded by pristine bushland and unspoiled beaches, The Garden Studio is just 1 hour south of Sydney CBD and 40 minutes from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, offering a peaceful hideaway in Royal National Park. Come and experience the perfect blend of nature and comfort.

Property manager

Alex

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Couples/private dining
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 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-31615, 2230

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • Royal National Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bundeena - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Westfield Miranda Shopping Center - 27 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Gunnamatta Bay - 36 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Cronulla Beach - 41 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Kirrawee Station - 23 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bakery Cafe Lilli Pilli - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Paris Seafood Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Lady Hill Seafood - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Pilgrims Vegetarian Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Marley Beach - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat located?

Located in Maianbar, this apartment building is steps from Royal National Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Horderns Beach and Bundeena Reserve. Bundeena and Gunyah Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The accommodation was wonderful: beautiful design, bright, and well furnished with a kitchen extensively equipped. The garden and deck were a nice chill zone after a hectic day. Also appreciated the delicious homemade bread awaiting our arrival. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was as described - nice stay for a getaway. No air-conditioning may make warmer days uncomfortable, but there are beaches nearby to cool off.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay close to Sydney, but still far away from the big city trouble. The garden environment is really relaxing and the house was well equipped.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous studio in beautiful location
Beautifully designed studio, sparkling clean, very private and peaceful garden oasis. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Stay!
The place was lovely & communication with Alex was easy. Nice location and beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic...just a beautiful and peaceful haven...lots of spaces
We loved our time and are already planning our next long weekend away there...so close to beaches and forest
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samir M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal getaway amongst nature
My partner and I have stayed at Alex’s property 3 times and loved every second of it. It’s a warm and relaxing environment with everything you need to enjoy your stay. We recommend it to any singles or couples looking to getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would love to stay again!
Beautiful property with modern amenities and everything you could need for a short stay. Easy check-in, great communication from the host, no troubles at all. Would love to stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pana Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than home..
Thanks for your amazing hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Alex's place was a wonderful stay for the weekend. Alex was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alex is very welcoming,the garden is absolutely gorgeous. You have everything you need there for a great relaxing get away!😀👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harrison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant Weekend
Wonderful homey feel to this place, felt so welcome, everything was wonderful. Was stuck inside for most of it cause of rain but that didn’t take away from how lovely the place was. would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul R., nsw

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful full featured small house in the trees
All creature comforts, great light and energy, great location, easy, streamlined experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful loft style accommodation. Very private and quiet. Thank you - will recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anaïs L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Studio in the Royal National Park
We had an amazing stay at Alex! The Studio is very private, with garden views, a lot of natural light and Alex's attention to details made our stay the best weekend away. Everything is brand new, beautiful and well thought of... the bathroom poducts were great too! The location is perfect, quiet and close to the walks and surf beaches. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Was a very nice and private place with everything as advertised. Walked over to Bundeena and Shelly beach in an hour/2 from maianbar, highly recommend. Alex had great communication and we would definitely recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warwick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maianbar retreat
I stayed with my wife while visiting nearby family for Christmas. The property was exactly as advertised and had everything we needed. The property is spacious and very comfortable. We both agreed we would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nam P., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay
Great place to stay, host was great, gave us a welcome note as well as some chocolates. Pantry had a few things too to help make the stay more comfortable like tea, coffee, salt, pepper and sauces. May have been a typo, there was “hot tub” listed on the stayz site but no hot tub but didn’t matter, we just went to the beach. Very pleasant stay and also convenient to have a washer and dryer. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it so much, had to come back!
This is our second time at Alex's studio, and we enjoyed it as much as we did the first time. The studio felt homey and very well designed. Lots of amenities and appliances in the home, and in a very good location to the Royal National Park. Definitely suggest staying at Alex's studio, we will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Griet M., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful oasis
The garden studio is exactly as described on the site. It’s the most wonderful accommodation to stay if you want peace and tranquility. The interior is beautiful and the host has thought of every little detail to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The garden is a haven with an abundance of birdlife. We would definitely stay here again if we came back to Sydney
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Der L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host & Comfy Space
The place is a neat little home on a private backyard property in a wonderful neighborhood. The property is filled with amazing plants & makes the stay feel like a true paradise. The host is really great with communications and made the entire process really easy. As an anxious traveler from the Americas, I can definitely say that I felt at ease being here & would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice. Been before and likely will again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bush privacy
Beautiful garden studio with mezzanine bedroom area. Best way to wake up looking into the outdoors!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need to escape the city
My husband & I enjoyed a 2 night stay. It is a modern, comfortable and cute studio. Everything you need is there for a getaway. Plenty of books to enjoy, smart tv with many viewing choices. So clean and well appointed and expertly decorated. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just lovely!
We had a peaceful and relaxing getaway. The house is gorgeous and our hostess, Alex was beyond kind, helpful, and easy to communicate with. When staying, explore the little beach town of Bundeena. It is so cute! We also recommend the Audley Cafe. Their food is like works of art! We cannot gush enough over this little piece of heaven. Thank you, Alex for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023