Observatory View Cottage - a place of pure escape
- House
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2 nights
2 bedroom, private cottage boasting uninterupped rural views
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1 - King Sized bed with plenty of space to move around Bedroom 2 - Queen Sized bed with space either side Plus fold out lounge
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower
Safety features
- First-aid kitSmall, basic first aid kit in laundry
- Smoke detectorBetween bedrooms/outside bathroom
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Rural
- VillageThe thriving village of Nabiac is approximately 10 minute drive.
- RiverWallamba River access in Nabiac, approximately 10 minutes away.
- Mountain View
General
- Air ConditioningReverse Cycle, split system. Plus the cottage has a ceiling fan in the lounge area and each bedroom.
- HeatingReverse cycle, split system. Plus the cottage has a small electric (log fire look) heater.
- Linens ProvidedAll linen inc doona's, extra blankets, pillows and pillow cases supplied for both bedrooms.
- Washing MachineTop loader washing machine. Powder supplied.
- FireplaceOn the front lawn, right by the cottage is an outdoor fire pit for those beautiful autumn/winter evenings (subject to authorisation and no restrictions). Wood is supplied.
- ParkingParking is as private as the cottage. Well off the road and has ample space for trailers.
- Towels ProvidedTowels supplied for number of guests booked, including hand towel and floor mat.
- Iron & Board
- Paper Towels
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerThe cottage is equipped with coffee pods for the machine along with coffee bags, instant coffee, tea bags, chai powder and sugar.
- Toaster
- Dishes & UtensilsAll general utensils, plates, cutlery, crockery,glassware, pots/pans etc. Salt, pepper, some condiments also available.
- KitchenThere is no freestanding oven however there is a small electric oven with two hotplates, a toasted sandwich maker and electric frypan, microwave & fridge/freezer.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 6 people
- Dining Area
- DiningDining table is combined with the kitchen space. Plenty of room to move around.
Entertainment
- TelevisionTV is not a Smart TV however there is a USB port if you want to bring your own movies. The cottage has no WIFI.
- BooksThe cottage has a book shelf full of old/vintage, interesting books. Lots of genre's.
- GamesSome board games provide ie Junior Scrabble, Scrabble, Junior Pictionary, colouring books/pencils, Chess and cards.
- Games for Kids
Outside
- Lawn / GardenHuge front lawn, plenty of space for a game of cricket, flying kites, bubbles, a picnic...anything !!
- BalconyThe deck at the cottage runs across the front of the cottage. On the decks is a rocking chair and a two seater chair, taking advantage of the uninterrupted views of the undulating landscape.
- Outdoor Furniture
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolNabiac and Krambach both have a Community Swimming Pool, both approx 10 minutes away. Nabiac's pool is only a couple of years old, has a grassed area for picnics and seating and a toddler play area.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No parties/events
No smoking
Max guests: 6
Minimum age of primary renter:
- Rate is based on the use of one bed ie two people. Two people staying, using both beds, incurs a fee of $50 for the stay.
- Minimum two night stay. One night stays are subject to approval. If approved and guest accepts, a $50 surcharge applies to the stay.
Map
Owner
Tanya
- Languages:
- english
About Tanya
We are a family of five, one child at High School in Tuncurry and two children at the local public school (Nabiac). My hubby grew up on a farm, I grew up on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, needless to say, we had very different upbringings !! After living in residential areas of Sydney and moving around a little, we decided a property was a lovely option for our three children to grow up in and for my hubby to get back to his roots, his passion, the land !!
Why Tanya chose Firefly
We were looking for a rural property that was within a reasonable distance to beaches and the gorgeous bodies of water that spoil this region. So, like many, we looked and looked for the 'right' property and was a little disheartened when nothing really sat right with us. We saw properties that were move-in ready, some that needed a little touch here and there but just not 'us'. We completely disregarded this property to even inspect due to it's lack of photo's online. It caused us major apprehension when our local real estate agent said "I'm taking you up there" as, on paper, it had everything we were essentially looking for. The property, as suspected, was in total disrepair in every way. Buuuttt, there was 'something' about this property, something truly magical, it had SOUL, it had character and it was really unique. The old owner created an amazing home for their family but we could see when we met him though, he was ready to move on. We bought the property six years ago and have been working hard on it ever since (I don't think work ever stops on a property of any kind !!). Lets just say it has been a BIG project !! We have been able to create that same soulful feeling and give this property back is life which we are really proud of and even prouder to be in a position to share it with guests. When people come here, the common remark is 'It just feels good, has such a nice feel about it. There really is just something about this place'.
What makes this House unique
Well this property is just one-of-a-kind. It has a homemade Observatory (currently not in working order, hoping to restore one day!!). The old owner built the Observatory and all his telescopes he used in it, quite remarkable, don't you think ??!! So this property has THE ideal position for star gazing. On a clear night, the starry sky here is simply incredible, I still get amazed by it. When he moved, he left alot of his belongings, we found photo's of him building the structure with his kids helping (or maybe supervising, not sure lol ??!!). He was such an incredible man with many many interests ie astronomy (hence the observatory of course!!), mathematics, languages, music and photography (he built his own dark room too !!). His interests were evident in the books he left behind. These are displayed and available to you to have a look at in the cottage (please be careful with them if you do take a look). When I was 'restoring/renovating' the cottage, I tried to stay true to his interests and his passions. I reused/recycled alot of what was left on the property to make this property unique and with it's own style, not like any other.