Korla Cottage, Leura Family & Pet Friendly Stay

Korla Cottage is a welcoming quaint timber cottage for upto 5 guests. This cozy spot is perfect for families, couples, and pets, just a quick 7 minute stroll from Leura Mall. A warm gas fireplace, ac, bathtub, a fully equipped kitchen, a fenced backyard, and a BBQ deck with view is our most popular spot. Plus, you can enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix, Spotify, parking, and hassle-free self check-in. it’s a peaceful Blue Mountains getaway surrounded by nature, ideal for weekend getaways or longer stays.

Korla Cottage is a welcoming quaint timber cottage for up to 5 guests. Grown ups, kids and Pet friendly, only few minutes walk to Leura Mall. The fireplace will keep you warm in winter and the aircon cool in summer. A big garden to run around and a nice deck for BBQs breakfasts and alfresco evening drinks. A fully equipped kitchen will keep the chefs busy while complimentary WiFi will keep you connected and entertained.

The space
The cottage is set with quality linens and a fully equipped kitchen.
Gas log fireplace and heat or cool air conditioning
A front and back porch, either follow the sun or shelter in the shade.
Bedroom 1 features a Queen-size bed, wardrobe, blackout blinds, and a lovely garden view.
Bedroom 2 comes with two single beds and the fifth bed is a single pull out sofa bed, suitable for short stays.

Inside, you’ll find inviting interiors complete with a gas fireplace, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, and electric blankets to keep you snug all year round. The living room is equipped with a flat-screen Smart TV, along with a collection of books, board games, and puzzles for those cozy nights in.

The fully equipped kitchen boasts a Nespresso coffee maker, microwave, oven, stove, toaster, fridge, dishwasher, and barbecue utensils.

The modern bathroom features both a bath and shower, along with a hair dryer, towels, robe, and toiletries. For longer stays, a washing machine and dryer are also available.
Outdoors

Korla Cottage is suitable for house trained small pets only.
The garden wired fence surround the whole property and is about 1m high. Escapees, Diggers and Jumpers should be supervised at all time.

Guest Access
The driveway into the property is on a slope. Drive slow on approach.
Off street parking for up to 3 vehicles

Other things to note
If any guest leaves an item behind, lost property can be return by post. The communication and cost of postage must be transacted through the guest who has actioned the booking in Vrbo.
The driveway into the property is on a slope. Drive slow on approach.
Off street parking for up to 3 vehicles.

Please read the manual left in the living room for complete advices and instruction for any questions

KORLA COTTAGE WELCOME BOOK
We welcome you and wish you a pleasant stay at Korla Cottage.
Relax, unwind and enjoy what the Blue Mountains can offer.

GENERAL
Welcome to Korla Cottage, you should find everything you need to enjoy your stay here. Heaters and electric blankets will keep you warm in winter, air conditioning to keep you cool in summer. Sit back and watch a movie on Netflix, or choose from the DVD’s, books and games to spend a cosy evening indoors. The fully equipped kitchen is ready for some gourmet cooking and a steamy hot bath will relax body and mind.... time for a cup of tea!

Some housekeeping information, please be respectful and leave items how you found them. Please leave the large wheelie bins outside of the gate for collection before you leave the property (the bins are collected early Wednesday morning). Recycling and green waste bin is alternative weeks; there is a calendar printed inside the cupboard door for your reference. IA/hen leaving please ensure all appliances, heaters, electric blankets and taps are turned off.
PS..... This is a non-smoking property.

GOOGLE HOME / GOOGLE SPEAKER
To trigger Google Assistant, always say ‘...Hey Google’ or ‘...Ok Google.’ then ask your question, ie ‘what is the weather forecast tomorrow?
For your convenience a Spotfily account is available. To play a song, album or podcast ask Google.
If you prefer not to have Google Home activated, you can disconnect the power. Though please reconnect when you leave.

HEATING AND COOLING

AIR CONDITIONING
Cool Air: please see separate instructions in welcome pack
Warm Air: please see separate instructions in welcome pack

BEDROOM HEATING OPTIONS:

Please take the time to read and use appropriately for maximum benefit.

Bedrooms oil electric heaters:
For your convenience each bedroom is provided with an electric heater.
Please make sure these are turned off when not in the cottage and power is switched off at the power point when vacating the property.

Electric blankets:
Turn powerpoint on. There are three settings. Slide switch along to the first being low, then second is medium, third is high heat. Please turn power off at the powerpoint when finished.

Free Standing Fans:
Two in the main bedroom wardrobe, remove and use when required.

BBQ
Please leave the BBQ clean, there are BBQ tongs and cleaning products in the pantry or below washbasin. Natural gas supply, please ensure bbq gas supply is turned off.

CHILD FRIENDLY
Stored away in the wardrobe, there is an Ikea Highchair, a standard size Travel Cot (caters for up to 2-year-old children comfortably no linens provided) and a firm plastic Nappy Changing mat, all clean and ready to use.
Please leave items clean and folded away, returned to wardrobe space.

FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
Please find an iron and ironing board in the laundry, and a hair dryer in the bathroom cabinet. If stepping outside in the rain there are umbrellas in the laundry, and if walking out at night there are torches in the pantry.

SMALL PETS
Pets are to abide by the house rules and an additional cleaning fee applies, as part of the booking. Pets are not allowed on any furniture or in the bedrooms. If there is a mess left in the garden from Pets, an additional fee may be incurred.

THINGS TO DO:
Near Korla Cottage, Leura Welcome to the heart of the Blue Mountains — where breathtaking lookouts, walking trails, waterfalls, and charming mountain villages await just minutes from your door.

Top Natural Attractions
• Echo Point & The Three Sisters (10 min drive) One of Australia’s most iconic landmarks! Visit the Echo Point Lookout for panoramic views of the Jamison Valley and the legendary Three Sisters.
• Echo Point Information Centre, Echo Point Road, Katoomba 1300 653 408
• Scenic World (12 min drive) Experience the Scenic Railway, Cableway, and Skyway for thrilling views of the rainforest and cliffs.
• Violet Street & Cliff Drive, Katoomba
• Wentworth Falls Lookout (10 min drive) A spectacular waterfall with walking tracks and picnic areas perfect for morning hikes.
• Gordon Falls Lookout (25 min walk / 3 min drive) A serene lookout close to Leura village, offering tranquil bush views.
• Sublime Point Lookout (6 min drive) A local favourite offering one of the best sunset views in the Blue Mountains.

Explore Leura Village (7 min walk)
Leura is a storybook village with boutique shops, cafés, and galleries. Don’t miss:
• The Red Door Café or Leura Garage for brunch
• Teddy Sinclair for stylish gifts
• The Chelsea Cake Shop for coffee & treats
• Josophan’s Fine Chocolates – handcrafted artisan chocolates, brownies, and truffles made locally with ethically sourced cocoa (a must-visit for dessert lovers!)
• Everglades Historic House & Gardens (5 min drive) — heritage gardens with sweeping valley views
Guided Tours & Visitor Centres
• Blue Mountains Explorer Bus – Hop-on hop-off sightseeing with 30 stops across Katoomba and Leura. 283 Main Street, Katoomba (02) 4782 1866
• Glenbrook Visitor Centre – Excellent for park maps, hiking advice, and road conditions. Hamment Place, Glenbrook 1300 653 405
• National Park Tourist Centre – Great for trail safety and guided walk info. Bruce Road, Glenbrook (02) 4739 2950
Favourite Local Walks
• Leura Cascades Walk – Gentle track with waterfalls and lush ferns.
• Prince Henry Cliff Walk – Connects Leura to Katoomba with cliff-top views.
• Pool of Siloam Track – Peaceful bushwalk starting from Gordon Falls Reserve.

AMENITIES AND SERVICES

Supermarket Woolworths in Leura Mall, opening times: Monday to Sunday 7 am to 10 pm
Beers, wine and spirits at BWS in Leura Mall, opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am to 10 pm, Sundays 10 am to 10 pm
Leura Mall
Short walk to the mall, shopping and small cafe opening hours are:
Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 5 pm
Sunday 10 am to 4 pm

Service Station
170 Leura Mall, Leura NSW 2780 (2 min drive / 10 min walk) Open 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily
Shell Katoomba – 140 Bathurst Road, Katoomba NSW 2780 (6 min drive)
Open 24 hours Great option for after-hours fuel or quick coffee stop.