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The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat

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

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Couples dining

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

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

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

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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

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 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 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

Studio
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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
  • Gunnamatta Bay - 36 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Wanda Beach - 41 min drive - 33.7 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 within a 15-minute walk of Royal National Park and Maian Bar Beach. Horderns Beach and Bundeena Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Garden Studio is a nature lovers retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Space
Space had everything we needed and more. Location, amenities, cleanliness, etc. couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Beautiful Garden
We loved our stay. Alex was a great host and made us feel very welcomed with beautiful bread on arrival and a cute note. The architecture of the apartment was amazing and garden is very beautiful with a relaxed feel. The kitchen is well equipped and and has everything to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jarod c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip South
Upon arrival we were welcomed to a very well maintained garden and pathway. Everything was clean and orderly, the area felt homely and welcoming. I and my partner would certainly come and stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meerae P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Beautiful house, very clean, owners are very accommodating and have great communication I appreciated the explanation booklet and guides available Perfect royal national park stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shazzy r.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a (re)treat
Wow such an incredibly beautiful place. We loved the choice of decor and design and all of the books. We definitely wanted to stay for longer than two nights. Thank you Alex for the welcoming note and responding efficiently to any questions we had prior to arriving.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laure R.

Liked: Cleanliness
very nice place
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose N.

Liked: Cleanliness
So clean and great communication
Thanks to Alex for a great stay at their beautiful house. The studio is completely private, very clean, set in a beautiful garden and contains everything one would need for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samir M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Harrison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Anaïs L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Griet M., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Nam P., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Carmen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sarah S.

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Christian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Alex's place was a wonderful stay for the weekend. Alex was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Dylan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

JAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, peaceful and relaxing
In through the grey gate to a lush garden with outdoor seating and lights. You enter the Garden Studio to a modern, light, spacious and well-equipped studio. Fisherman's Bay is just a short walk away and it's fun to walk out on the mud flats at low tide. Bundeena is a 10min drive where the beaches are sandy and the water clean. Alex was very helpful, and we were impressed with her selection on books. A Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Lovely
My daughter and I had a lovely time. The house is clean, open plan and in a peaceful location. There is plenty of space both inside and in the gorgeous garden outside. The kitchen is well set up. The house is within a 15 minute walk to the beach side cafe, swimming spots and bushwalks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warwick J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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