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Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home

Family-friendly stay near Katoomba Scenic World

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Katoomba, NSW
  • Place, Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Katoomba

Heart of Katoomba.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Blue Mountains Cultural Centre and Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead. Leura Cascades and Leura Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Leura Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Three Sisters - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 9 min walk
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Carrington - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sushi n Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old City Bank Bar and Brasserie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Fowl - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cattlefish - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home

Our mountains home is nestled high in the tree tops. Gorgeous views, and lots of bird life.

Spacious, with a distinctive mountains feel. You'll relax in our totally private, natural setting, and large, peaceful gardens and backyard.

All just a short walk from Katoomba Street, or a short drive to Leura, the Three Sisters and other beautiful parts of the Blue Mountains National Park.

The house is perfect for your Mountains getaway. Totally private, spacious with peaceful views from the large outdoor deck (with firepit) and three balconies.

We are child and pet friendly!

The two living spaces and large entertainers kitchen provides you with plenty of room to relax and unwind.

The walk up the driveway and two flights of stairs is worth the trip as you arrive at the large front deck nestled in the trees.

There is lots of room for the kids to run around both in and outside the house.

Everything in the house connects beautifully. The kitchen and dining room open up to the back deck nestled next to the Bali inspired garden.

The adjacent block is perfect for the kids or dog to run around in, or simply to relax amongst the trees.

Please note that the only access to our treetop house is via two flights of stairs and our driveway (Please see pictures). Not recommended for people with mobility constraints.

THE BEDROOMS

- Bedroom one is spacious and fully private on its own upper level with large inbuilt wardrobe, a lounge, private balcony and adjacent bathroom. You have a comfortable queen bed and queen air mattress here.

- Bedroom two is very roomy with a queen size bed, chaise lounge, flat screen tv with chromecast, desk and looks out on the garden

- Bedroom three has a double bed, floor mattress, and shared balcony with Bedroom four.

- Bedroom four has a double bunk bed with single on top, shared balcony and large wardrobe space.

- Second loungeroom can be turned into a fifth bedroom with its queen koala sofa bed. Very comfy!

THE KITCHEN/Dining Room

- Beautifully appointed, European design appliance and fully stocked large entertainer's kitchen
- Double oven, gas stove top, dishwasher, nespresso machine, olive oil, milk, salt and pepper, herbs, complimentary bottle of wine, coffee and tea.
- Miele fridge
- Timber floorboards and bench tops
- Large 8 person dining table
- reverse cycle air-con


LOUNGEROOM 1

- Large space
- 75 inch Hisense Smart TV
- 5 person and two person lounges
- reverse cycle air-con
- Balcony with a beautiful view


LOUNGEROOM 2

- Comfy queen koala sofa bed
- flat screen television, DVD player, retro nintendo entertainment system.
- Pianola
- DVDs, books and board games

THE BATHROOMS

- Two superbly appointed bathrooms: each containing, toilet, shower, bath, mirrors and cupboard storage space


The house has central gas heating, aircon (in dining room and main lounge room) and fans in each bedroom.

All bedrooms have electric blankets and comfortable Sheridan bed linen and towels.

Wifi is high speed 5G internet. Perfect for a week or a few days working from home in a Mountains getaway!

THE FRONT DECK

- large front deck with beautiful neighbourhood views.
- fire pit

THE BACK DECK

- Peaceful views of the backyard

You also have access to the 1,000m2 block of land next door. Total privacy and perfect for the kids!

Please note that the only entrance to the house is via the steep driveway and two flights of stairs. Not recommended for people with mobility issues. If you find the driveway difficult, there is plenty of free parking on nearby streets.

We welcome pets. The large front deck is fenced and so is the backyard bbq area.

Please note that the house has a bush like setting. It is surrounded by beautiful trees so there are leaves and branches that drop on the decks, and there can be insects and spider webs.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total
  • Fee: AUD 10 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains

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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: AUD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Seniors-only community
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Seniors-only community. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2780, PID-STRA-3403

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Black Cockatoo 4 Bedrooom 2 Bathroom Spacious Totally Private
Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Katoomba Shops House
Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Shops House
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Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Katoomba Shops House
Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Shops House
Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Katoomba Shops
Black Cockatoo Private cious Treetops Home Shops
Black Cockatoo Spacious Private Treetops Home
Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home Sydney
Black Cockatoo Spacious private treetops home close to shops

Frequently asked questions

How close is Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home to the airport?

This vacation home is 42 mi (64-min drive) away from the Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $232, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home to downtown Katoomba?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Katoomba.

Black Cockatoo - Secret Garden Mountains Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sagar G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place to stay

We enjoyed the stay at the property Definitely going back in the future
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Amazing weekend stay for a girls getaway, lovely house in an awesome location. We all loved the place and would definitely recommend here 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hamada E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very pleasant stay !

A very charming, beautiful, spacious and cosy property. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, and the hosts are very warm, welcoming and responsive. Thanks for a wonderful stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

richard f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bottom rooms very cold
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A mountain getaway

A warm and comfortable house. Steps were a challenge. Rooms very pleasant. Owner responded quickly when we found both gas bottles were empty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely, well appointed and beds comfortable. Plenty of room for everyone. The stairs can be a bit much for older people, but they weren't a surprised. We were also informed of the 'intimidating' driveway, so it shouldn't have been a surprise, but it was a surprise when the car couldn't make it up all the way up because it was so steep!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Katoomba

Lovely property. I was aware of steep stairs, found carrying heavy esky hard and also the driveway challenging to navigate in rain/dark to park multiple cars. Fridge was a little hard to open at times. Overall enjoyed our stay. Easy walk to Leura, plenty of space and lovely gardens. Very clear instructions, no problem to access home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

A beautiful house among the trees. Relaxing. Cozy. Airy. Comfortable. Our teenage children loved it as did we. Great for our dogs, too. It's the second time we have stayed. The hosts were fantastic. We will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mini B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great experience and very comfortable stay

I love the decorations and furniture including kitchen items.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet family getaway

We spent a very comfortable few days at this property. It has everything you could need and was warm and comfortable. The gardens are pretty and peaceful. This house is a nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful mountains home

We all had a very comfortable and toasty stay as a family while visiting the Blue Mountains. Great location and very cosy house that felt like a home, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country home

Such a beautiful warm country home with all the facilitiers we needed. Nice views and a cute back bushy garden. The kitchen had all we needed including a rice cooker which my Thai husband can't live without. Beds were warm and comfy as was the central heating. Would be happy to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter escape in the mountains

Great location within walking distance of Leura & Katoomba villages with lots of space for the family & pooch Steep access not suitable for those with mobility issues
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alison k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Katoomba stay

The property is in a great location with good access for both Katoomba and Leura. There is plenty of sleeping accommodation to host a large group. The place is very warm and there is ample supply of pillows and blankets. The hosts were fabulous in their communication and assisting one of our group who left behind a personal item. The only downside is the parking on a very steep drive but we were well aware of this situation prior to our stay.Also the place needs a bigger bbq to accommodate the number of guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm Home

We stayed during a cold snap in winter, but the house was toasty warm and well stocked. 10-15min walk to the shops is up a steep hill so if your knees aren’t great like mine you may want to drive. Recommend Bootlegger bar for a meal or drinks and a show.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat to the mountains

An excellent property and excellent hosts. Andrea and Daniel have a real gem of a house, both functional and retaining mountain charm. The only downside is the driveway which is difficult to manoeuvre in the wet but affords for the place to be in such a secluded and beautiful spot and personally I don’t see it as a drawback. Wonderful views from the property. A great entertainers deck with fire pit and a wonderful garden make this a peaceful getaway suitable for friends and family. Bedrooms were sizeable and comfortable and the house was easy to warm. The only thing lacking are coat hooks in the entrance hall which just goes to show how great the house is.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brynley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great treetop place

Everything was good. Nice spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Lots of fun. Great place to stay. Easy walk to Katoomba shops
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good extended family getaway, just a few tings to be aware of.

Lovely quirky property for an extended family getaway. Plenty of bedrooms and a separate kids play area was great. It was nice to be able to sit altogether as an extended family for dinner and to play card games at night. We were greeted with Tim Tams and a lovely bottle of champagne! The garden was nice to explore briefly when it wasn't raining. The toaster wasn't working but we were given a new one the next day by 9am for breakfast. There were a few lights and one of the DVD remotes that also didn't work. We were warned that the driveway was steep but it is not just steep it is too tight and the car scraped on the bottom and on the wheels as it was too long for the tight turns. The house had a bit of a wet dog smell when we first arrived but this settled once we sprayed it with the available air freshener. Overall we enjoyed the trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tearza S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Deceiving photos and description of the house.

We arrived to a dirty and unkempt house and garden. The garage was full of water and mosquitoes everywhere in the house. Dirty carpets and broken furnitures. I took lots of photos and submitted complain to NSW Fair Trading under the new 2021 STRA Code of conduct . Stay away from this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls mountain getaway

We were really impressed with the accommodation, situated up in the tree tops. All the mod cons of home were available, beds were lovely and comfy and the heating was so good. My 82 year old Mum thoroughly enjoyed herself and was suitably impressed with the home and it’s surrounds. The driveway and steps leading to the house were quite steep, which may be a challenge for some. All in all, we had a wonderful time - thank you Daniel for allowing us to stay, as it enabled my sisters and I to have memorable time with Mum.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend in the mountains

Lovely stay in the house that is so close to Katoomba but feels lovely and secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountains holiday house

Our extended family of 11 stayed in this lovely quirky property to celebrate my husband's birthday. It was classic Mountains accommodation in a great location - we walked from the house in multiple directions to enjoy the delights of the Blueys. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

House was good, warm and had everything we needed, Beds comfy and good central location. Drive is very tight and steep so was a little challenging for our big 4 wheel drives.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and tranquil.

Well-appointed, comfortable, spacious and cosy house with beautiful gardens. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020