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Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home

Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home

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Welcome to Harry's Lookout.... come in and make yourself at home!
Enjoy!
The space
Harrys Lookout in the snow. Come visit us in July or August, you might be lucky!
Enjoy the wood fire!, (firewood supplied during winter and stored under deck)

Overview of Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Check out the area

Map
Katoomba, NSW
  • Popular LocationThree Sisters4 min drive
  • Popular LocationEcho Point Lookout4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKatoomba Scenic World5 min drive
  • AirportPalm Beach, NSW (LBH-Palm Beach Seaplane Base)116 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 (downstairs)

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Downstairs family Room

2 Double Futons and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs family room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1, Family Bathroom upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2, Ensuite upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3, downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home

• For the benefit of our cleaning staff, we try to provide a minimum 1- day rest-period between each booking and provide complimentary hand sanitizer for our guests.
• 10 minute walk to Katoomba across Leura Cascades Creek historic stone bridge and a 15 minute leisurely walk to Leura Mall
• Filtered view of Mt Solitary and the Jamision Valley from front veranda
• Treetop bush, district and mountain sunset views from the rear deck
• Groups of 6 people or less will have access to 3 bedrooms in the main house.
• Groups of 7 or more will have access to the additional Studio located downstairs
• Log fire, central gas heating, reverse cycle air conditioning plus electric blankets
• Optional Linen and Towels service (ask the owner)
• Pet friendly with a fully fenced bush-garden

Since the declaration of the world-wide COVID-19 pandemic, we have instructed and trained our cleaner to thoroughly clean all touch-surfaces in accordance with the NSW Dept of Health recommendations. This includes the cleaning and sanitizing of all common touch-points (door handles, light switches, taps, furniture, horizontal surfaces, bed heads, remote controls, knobs etc) before and after each stay. During these uncertain times, we also ask our guests to observe appropriate social distancing and hand hygiene during their stay at Harry's Lookout to minimize the spread of the virus and thank you for your cooperation in advance.
If you are looking for a Working-Away-From-Home retreat, only an hour or so away from the city bustle, we have fast NBN internet and WIFI so why not head up to the fresh air in the mountains and work in Katoomba for a week!
Harry's Lookout is nestled between the upper mountain villages of Leura and Katoomba and is is ideally located for your relaxing, mountain retreat. Enjoy a gentle, 12 - 15 minute stroll to Leura Mall and enjoy the many cafes and galleries, or stroll 10 minutes the other way, through parkland and across a historic, stone bridge to all the attractions in Katoomba.
Harry’s Lookout offers charming bush and district views to the rear and a filtered view of Mt Solitary and the Jamison Valley from the front veranda.
The world famous Three Sisters, Scenic Railway & Skyway, Leura Cascades and many lookouts from Cliff Drive are a short distance from your doorstep. The newly renovated Hydro Majestic hotel is only 5 minutes drive away at Medlow Bath where you can be spoilt with High Tea or silver service dinner.
Both Katoomba and Leura are surrounded by the Blue Mountains National Park -- part of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. The back, bush garden at Harry's Lookout is a classified, Tree Preservation Area and we have kept this area as natural as possible to create a real mountains feel. When looking out from the back deck, you will feel you are living in the treetops.

Accommodation Details
If you require linen and towels to be provided, an additional fee of $25.00 per person (for the duration of your stay) applies to cover the cost of laundry. You are welcome to bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels if you wish to avoid this extra fee. Please advise your bedding requirements when you book so we can advise our cleaner accordingly.

Harry's Lookout has been recently updated to include a new, self-contained studio downstairs. This additional facility increases the capacity to accommodate groups of up to 10 adults. The downstairs studio is available, free of charge to groups of 7 or more. Smaller groups may request the downstairs area, however an additional cleaning fee will apply.
Harry's is ideal for couples, groups and families with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen & laundry. There are three bedrooms upstairs, two have queen size beds and the third has two single beds. The downstairs studio has a queen bed plus 2 x single beds as well as a fold-out sofa bed in the large rumpus room. There is also a kitchenette and bathroom downstairs.
You will be comfortable year round with the log fire, central gas heating as well as reverse cycle air conditioning and all beds are fitted with electric blankets.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all you will need to cook up a storm for up to 10 guests, just bring your food!!! There is a gas BBQ on the back deck where you can relax and enjoy the wonderful mountain sunsets.
In the evenings you can sit back, enjoy the fire, watch a movie from our extensive library of DVD's (or stream on Netflix, Stan or others) on the Smart-TV, listen to some music and take in the magic of the mountains. The NBN WiFI system allows access to internet for surfing, social media and email. The WIFI is available (unlimited) to our guests and the WIFI password is in the guest information book on site.

If you require linen and towels to be provided, an additional fee of $25.00 per person applies to cover the cost of laundry. You are welcome to bring your own sheets, pillow cases and towels if you wish to avoid this extra fee.... all other bedding, pillows, blankets doonas, electric blankets etc are provided. Please let us know your bedding requirements when you book so we can advise our cleaner accordingly.

Harry's Lookout is pet-friendly with a fully enclosed bush-garden so your dog can also enjoy the weekend away.

Harry's Lookout has been set up to cater for both small groups and larger groups as the need arises. You may have an intimate couples weekend using only the upstairs areas or a larger, family reunion or 2 x families by combining both the main house plus the fully self-contained, downstairs studio. Either way, whether you are a small or large group, you will love Harry's Lookout. We provide access to the downstairs studio to groups of 7 or more. if you are a smaller group and would like access to the downstairs area, this can be arranged but an additional cleaning charge will apply.

Please refer to the availability calendar for tariff rates. Base rates are for 2 x persons and additional charge applies for additional guests above the first 2. Children and well behaved pets are welcome at 'Harry's Lookout'. Children under 2 years stay free.

Feature List:

Sleeping:
4 x Bedrooms (3 x queen beds, 4 x single beds, 2 x double, sofa beds in Living Room and downstairs rumpus)
All beds fitted with woolen doonas and electric blankets for your comfort.
Master bedroom has en-suite
Main bathroom has Spa Bath
Downstairs area has separate bathroom.

Cooking:
Fully equipped kitchen with settings for 10 (plus extras in separate kitchenette downstairs)
Pots, pans fry-pans, roasting dishes etc.
Microwave x 2
Slow-Cooker & Rice-cooker
Toaster
Coffee Machine (pod type)
Oven
Dishwasher
Large Fridge & Pantry
Gas BBQ

The kitchen pantry is stocked with useful condiments such as salt, pepper, some common spices, olive oil, tea, sugar, coffee etc. (A quantity of coffee pods are provided for the coffee machine, more pods can be purchased from Aldi in Katoomba if required). Tomato sauce and BBQ sauce are stored in the fridge. Gladwrap and cooking foils are stored in the kitchen drawers. We provide 2 x tea towels for your use (as well as bath mats and hand-towels for each of the bathrooms. Grocery supplies can be bought from Woolworths in Leura (corner of Megallong Rd and Leura Mall) or Woolworths at Katoomba (corner Waratah st and Katoomba St). An Aldi store is in Katoomba across the road from Woolworths on Waratah St.

There will be a small UHT milk in the fridge upon your arrival for making a cup of tea/ coffee

Entertainment:
Smart TV in lounge, additional big TV (with Chromecast) in downstairs area and a smaller one in master bedroom
DVD Player
DVD library
Board Games
Books
Ipod, MP3 connection for music
Free, unlimited WIFI (WIFI password is in guest information book on site)

Laundry:
Washing Machine
Cloths Dryer
Vacuum
Iron & Ironing Board

Linen:
Bed Linen, Towels etc can be provided at additional charge

Comfort:
Log Fire
Ducted Gas central heating
Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
Electric Blankets on all beds

Other:
Non-Smoking
Pet-Friendly
Ample off-street and on-street parking

Property manager

Steve & Marie Day
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking included

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Please respect our neighbours.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Allowed inside on polished boards areas only

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly NO SMOKING inside the house

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please respect our neighbours.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property registration number PID-STRA-4632

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sydney

This holiday home is located in Katoomba, a neighbourhood in Sydney, and is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Katoomba Scenic World and Blue Mountains National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Everglades Historic House & Gardens and Mount Victoria Railway Museum. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking, cycling and horse riding nearby.
Map
Katoomba, NSW

What's nearby

  • Leura Cascades - 15 min walk
  • Leura Mall - 18 min walk
  • Three Sisters - 4 min drive
  • Echo Point Lookout - 4 min drive
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 14 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sushi n Co. - 14 min walk
  • Papadino's - 13 min walk
  • 8Things - 13 min walk
  • Cattlefish - 13 min walk
  • Pomegranate - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

How much is parking at Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Harry's Lookout - Home away from Home located?

This family-friendly Sydney holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead, Leura Mall and Leura Cascades. Everglades Historic House & Gardens and Three Sisters are also within 2 miles (3 km). Katoomba Station is 14 minutes by foot and Leura Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cockatoos at sunset
We enjoyed the great location nestled between Leura and Katoomba with a quiet leafy aspect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend in the mountains
We had a wonderful stay at Harry’s Lookout. The house was very clean and the kitchen and bathrooms were well equipped and had everything we needed. The visiting cockatoo was a bonus! Steve and Marie were quick to respond to messages and were very helpful. I would recommend Harry’s Lookout for families or groups of friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mothers Group Weekend Away
We had a wonderful time. Everything was clean and there was plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Getaway in the Mountains!
Our group enjoyed a wonderful stay at Harry's Lookout! Steve and Marie were very prompt in their communication and ensured the property was set up exactly as we needed it. The property was beautifully and comfortably set up in all rooms. We had a great time and would recommend Harry's Lookout to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday with 2 dogs
Harry's Lookout is a very comfortable, clean and relaxing house to stay. The house is very pet friendly. The backyard has a beautiful bush setting that is also very secure for our 2 toy poodles. There was even a possum at the front door one night. Thanks for a very special holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Steve & Marie Day

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We are a Sydney based couple having recently retired from busy corporate life. Looking for a Blue Mountains retreat for a weekend away, we stumbled upon “Harry's Lookout” and liked it so much,... we bought it!!!
After sharing this unique property with friends and family, we decided to turn it back into a Holiday-Let property so others could also enjoy the wonderful mountains experience. Harry's Lookout became so popular with visiting guests due to its location, unique features and character, that we could not accommodate the demand for people wanting to stay...
To meet this need, we recently developed a self-contained studio downstairs which has an extra bedroom, bathroom and family room with kitchenette. This area is available, at no extra charge to groups of 7 or more. Smaller groups may request access to the studio but an additional cleaning fee of $50.00 applies.
We love sharing Harrys Lookout with folk from all over the world and we get so much joy reading the messages left in the guest book and on-line, knowing that we have been able to bring happiness and relaxation to all who stay at Harry's .....

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English

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