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The Dell Blackheath NSW

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Looking over the house into Popes Glen
See the bush outlook from the kitchen
Kitchen is open plan to living spaces
Generous living space
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 71603.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Dell Blackheath NSW

A handcrafted spacious timber cottage with a contemporary feel and quality furniture highlighting Australian timbers. Featuring polished timber floorboards and wall panelling. Floor to ceiling windows & skylights puts you in touch with the sun & the sky and looks out into the bush.

The deck directly overlooks fern-studded Popes Glen (ie bush front) and the walking track to Govetts Leap. Although in a bush location the house has great walkability & is also close to the park, shops & cafes - walk to them in about 10 minutes along bushy streets & through parks.

Cosy double sided slow-combustion wood fireplace backed up by flued gas convection heaters (ie no fumes). Fully equiped with modern gas electric stove, microwave, TVs (main one a smart TV) and DVD/VCR, free WiFi, stereo & washing machine.

The house provides dining seating for 8 and lounge seating for 7. Outside on the deck there is a barbeque with outdoor dining seating plus there are a couple of other options to take your weekend house experience into the bush.

A recently added second bathroom offers a rain head shower and a private bush outlook. A third toilet is located outside.

The house accommodates up to 7 in 3 bedrooms and means its ideal for 2 couples or a family/singles group.

OK now for some fine print. This info is all elswhere on the site but just to be clear:

- the price quoted is based on the number of guests nominated in your enquiry & for more than 2 people are $40 per person per night
- The Dell is located in a quiet & tranquil location so it is a perfect place to relax and is not suitable for parties or groups wanting to have a noisy time
- the area abounds with native birdlife so pets are strictly not permitted at or in the house
- an initial supply of firewood enough for one night is included in your tariff but you may need to purchase more
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Property Registration Number 2785, PID-STRA-257

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Blackheath

Located in Blackheath, this vacation home is near a water park and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Mountains National Park and Katoomba Scenic World. Traveling with kids? Consider Mount Victoria Railway Museum and Blue Mountains Cultural Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
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Blackheath, NSW

What's nearby

  • Popes Glen Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Campbell Rhododendron Gardens - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vipassana Meditation Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Govetts Leap lookout - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Blackheath Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Blackheath Station - 15 min walk
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victory Theatre Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Blackheath Kebab House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Megalong Valley Tea Rooms - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Culture Beer Co. - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hydro Majestic Pavilion - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dell Blackheath NSW pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dell Blackheath NSW?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dell Blackheath NSW on Apr 9, 2026 start from $184, including 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dell Blackheath NSW?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dell Blackheath NSW?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dell Blackheath NSW located?

This family-friendly Blackheath vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Popes Glen Reserve, Campbell Rhododendron Gardens, and Keith Rowe Gallery. Blackheath Golf Course and Govetts Leap lookout are also within 2 mi (3 km). Blackheath Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

G. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very comfortable and well laid out house. very calming location set in the woods and on the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clari J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed here before and hope to stay again.Beautiful home, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Great place and location

My family enjoyed out stay at the Dell - great views and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will T.

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

Very pleasant stay in Blackheath

Very pleasant stay in Blackheath
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rezana K.

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

Lovely relaxing stay

What a gorgeous serene place. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at The Dell! It instantly felt like home. The design, the exposed timber, the outlook and the comfortable furnishings all made it really easy to be.You can tell the house is a loved family home, with a well stocked kitchen, great coffee machine, games, artwork and all the practical things you need.The deck looking over popes glen reserve was a highlight, perfect to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee.We enjoyed the proximity to everything Blackheath has to offer, and a big shout out to the local pool, perfect for an afternoon swim. We will definitely be back next time we are in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

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

Beautiful house

Beautiful house in a great location. Equipped with everything we needed for our week stay. Great communication from the owner
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Comfy

Great cottage in a quiet location close to many walks .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine C.

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

Wonderful

Fantastic - happy to book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

The awesome Dell

We had an absolutely awesome stay. This house was excellent. It had everything that we needed, was very clean and comfortable, and had a very generous supply of firewood for the heater.The bush setting is fantastic, and the proximity to walking trails was a real bonus.The communication with the owner from start to finish was the best I have ever had.I would stay here again and highly recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

June Stay

Excellent house for our party of 5 adults, well stocked kitchen, fantastic combustion fire that warmed the whole house & clear instructions re driveway & entry....really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

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

A quiet getaway

The house was perfect for our family of three and a friend, it has two bathrooms, the fireplace and heaters made it very warm, and the supplies were plentiful. We all enjoyed our stay in this substantial house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misaki I.

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

Comfort and tranquility

The house was lovely, set amongst trees overlooking bush land. The dining, lounge and the main bedroom were modern and comfortable. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Beautiful bush cottage with wonderful verandah

Love this cottage with a beautiful bush outlook. Close to hiking tracks and short walk to the park or town. Fireplace is great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gab G.

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

autumn escape

We had a ball with rocket ship park around the corner, nocturnal in Katoomba and the serene bush setting. Loved the warm fire at night and the sublime bird songs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre T.

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

Home away from home

This is our second stay at The Dell because we just love the house and its layout, it’s so homely and has everything we need including the great fireplace during the winter months. We will certainly be back again. Thank you Phil and Ann for sharing the wonderful Dell.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

Stunning getaway

We had a wonderful stay at the Dell. The house had a great vibe, with everything we needed. Loved lighting the fire in the evening and sitting on the deck in the morning watching the birds. Beautiful outlook with a walking track and park for the kids close by. Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Loretta L.

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

Wildlife on your Doorstep

We enjoyed our stay at the Dell especially seeing the many varieties of birdlife from the verandah. It was comfortable for our family of 5 and we enjoyed being so close to the bush. We recommend this house for families who enjoy the peace and quiet of the bush.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

stephen l.

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

Great getaway location

Great house near the bush. Owner very responsive and helpful. Plenty of birdlife visits the verandah every morning. Easy access to Blue Mountains walking tracks. Good heating available (gas and wood fire, electric blankets) which would be handy in winter when I suspect it gets a bit cold. Overall a great spot for a getaway from the hustle of Sydney.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Lovely stay in beautiful bushland setting

We had a fabulous stay at The Dell when we were in the Blue Mountains for a weekend photography workshop. We loved that the house was so quiet and peaceful, while only about a 5 minute drive to Blackheath where we found a great cafe for coffee & lunch. It was very well situated to explore the natural beauty of the area. We made the most of the wood fire to make ourselves cosy overnight. And we loved being visited by a variety of birds each morning as we were enjoying breakfasts on the back deck looking out over the bushland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre T.

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

The Dell

Loved our stay at The Dell, a well set up house with everything you need and the best 2 sided fire place we have ever seen, didn’t want to leave it, really enjoyed our few days with everything so close by also. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly-Ann C.

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

Peaceful, quiet retreat

The Dell is a lovely place to retreat to in Blackheath to get away from it all. From the lounge, dining, back bedroom and ensuite the view looks out at the lush ferns and bush of Popes Glen. The neighbourhood is quiet and serene. It is a convenient, short 3 minute drive to Blackheath shops and close to Govetts Leap. My husband wants me to add it was a 15 minute ride to all the downhill mountain bike tracks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Very Comfortable and Relaxing.

This is a very private and comfortable house. It is very warm in the cold weather if you use the fire... and the ventilation system works well. At times the ensuite can be a challenge with that open shower. Perhaps heat lamps in the cold weather could help. Yet that's bit of a first world problem. It's a great place and we would return for a holiday. I recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirri J.

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

Great weekend away

House is in perfect location with bush outlook. Perfect for a weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C P.

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

Bush retreat

Thanks Phil for sharing your house with us for the long weekend. We stayed with family including two preschoolers and the house was perfect for all of us. We had seriously cold and wet weather and we were very snug thanks to the wood combustion fire. Popes glen track was just behind the house and although very boggy was a good walk. Thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Phil Verner

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I'm a retired designer (exhibition/interior) and wood craftsman who loves timber houses. I design and make furniture and sculptural pieces often using recycled and salvaged timber.
I'm currently restoring a timber house over 120 years old where I live with my wife Ann in Sydney.

Why they chose this property

I purchased the land where the house now stands and have designed, built, extended and furnished the house over 40 plus years.
As many trees were retained as possible and the house enjoys an outlook directly into the bush and overlooks the walking track to Govetts Leap.
While sitting in "urban bush" the house is only 10 -15 minutes very pleasant walk to Blackheath village with its cafes, restaurants, pubs & shops. The swimming pool (for summer) is even closer at the end of the street (5min walk)

What makes this property unique

This is not a "standard house". It features a unique design, timber flooring & panelling along with handcafted furniture & decorative features.
Care has been taken in the design to provide outlook and access for sun. Cross ventilation is available to provide comfort in summer including an "air chimney" to bring cool basement air into the main bedroom. A double sided wood fireplace is provided for winter backed up by two externally flued gas heaters (ie no fumes in the house). Electric wall panel heaters are provided in the upostairs bedrooms
A collection of largely B&W Australian photography is displayed in the house usually showing the Blue Mountains.
The house is in a moist pocket and the bush garden includes many tree ferns (4 different species)

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