| | | | Places to Stay in Katoomba Australia |  | Luxurious & romantic B&B accommodation in an Edwardian house, which takes you back in time. Located in Katoomba, the main village of the Blue Mountains west of Sydney, our house is in a quiet place, yet a short walk to many fine restaurants and cafes, galleries and shops. Another short walk leads to the escarpment, with stunning views of Blue Mountains National Park where you will finds walks to suit all tastes and levels of fitness.Bedrooms all have antique brass beds with canopies.... |
|  | Avarest Cottage is fully self contained and has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge/dining room, fully equipped kitchen, sunroom and laundry.We aim to exceed your expectations and have taken particular care to make your stay memorable, whether you are part of a group, family or a couple. Children are most welcome and have been catered for.We are able to accommodate up to 8 people. Larger groups can be accommodated as we have 3 lovely cottages only one house away from each... |
|  | The property has a great range of accomodation and tariffs to suit everyones taste and budget.(a) fully equipped 3 1/2 star ensuite motel units (b) 3 1/2 star bed & breakfast ensuite rooms in the heritage wing (c) spa suites, (d) family and 2 room units, (e)serviced holiday apartments (which are located 1/2 klm from check in) |
|  | This very quaint, stylish cottage is suitable for 1 to 2 couples, or small families.The house is beautifully appointed with a cosy living area, slow combustion fire, comfy antique French chairs and a stylish over sized lounge, complete with DVD library and all you need for an entertaining night in.The kitchen is complete with black granite bench tops, breakfast bar, beautifully custom built cupboards painted in a rich cream and fully equipped for any creative cooking feast. A... |
|  | My Katoomba cottage is currently NOT available for holiday rental due to renovations. This website will be updated when it becomes available again - most likely after November 2007.Please bookmark our cottage site for your holidays after then. |
| | Things to do in Katoomba | Wondering what to do in Katoomba ? Here is some information on tourist attractions to help make you enjoy your stay in Katoomba more enjoyable.
| | Main Tourist Attractions | There are some main tourist attractions in Katoomba that you should not miss. David & Hilary Deighton of Katoomba Town Centre Motel, a Katoomba Motel, suggested Six Foot Track, Explorer Double Decker London Bus, 'Yulefest' Winter Christmas Celebrations June-Aug, Trolley Bus Scenic Tours and Grand Canyon at Blackheath. Marion Buhlan of Avarest Cottage, a Katoomba Holiday House, suggested World Heritage National Park, Jenolan Caves, Scenic World, Echo Point and 3 Sisters. Helen Rush of Our Secret, a Katoomba Cottage, suggested Katoomba Street "Eat Street", Lurline Street "Gallery AND Eat Street", Katoomba Aquatic Centre, World Heritage Wilderness Walks, Tours, Views, Scenic World Skyway, Railway, Sceniscender and Wentworth Falls.
| | Eateries/Wineries | While on holiday, why not indulge in some of the local restaurants and wineries serving delicious food and wine. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Journeys Restaurant Katoomba, Cafe Zuppa Katoomba, Rooster French Restaurant at Katoomba, PaPa Dinos Pizza & Steaks at Katoomba, Avalon Restaurant Katoomba, Swiss Cottage Swiss Restaurant Katoomba, Trielies Greek Restaurant Katoomba and Arjuna Indian Restaurant Katoomba. Marion Buhlan suggested Silks, Solitary Restaurant, Vulcans, Darleys Restaurant and large cafe culture. Helen Rush suggested Mes Amis French Restaurant at Katoomba, Bow Thai Restaurant at Leura, Terra Firma Pizza & Pasta at Leura, Golden Kinnaree Thai Restaurant at Katoomba, Collits' Inn Restaurant at Hartley Vale and Chork Dee Thai at Katoomba.
| | Sports/Adventure | There are some great sports and adventure activities to participate in. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Fishing at Wentworth Falls Lake, Lake Lyell Lithgow and Oberon area.. Marion Buhlan suggested , Canyoning, Abseiling and Golf. Helen Rush suggested Caving, Rock Climbing with Aust School of Mountaineering, Bushwalking, Swimming Pools and Hang gliding.
| | Specialty Shops | For the ladies, no trip is complete without doing some shopping. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Leura Lolly Shoppe and Bygone Beautys - Antiques, Jewellery, Teapots. Afternoon Teas and CHARACTER!. Marion Buhlan suggested Christmas Shops, Art Galleries, Antique Shops and Collectables. Helen Rush suggested Selwood's Science and Puzzles at Hazelbrook, Chocolaterie on Lurline Street at Katoomba, Kedumba Art Gallery at Blue Mtns Grammar School and Paragon Cafe and Sweets at Katoomba.
| | Historical Sites | If you are interested in history, Katoomba has some great historical sites. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Little Hartley Cemetary with Henry Lawsons Fathers grave and Catalina Park Raceway in Katoomba - Famous Historical Racing Circuit. Marion Buhlan suggested Henry Lawson and Explorers Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson. Helen Rush suggested Zig Zag Railway at Clarence (via Bell & Mt Victoria), Mount York Historic Roads, especially Cox's Road to Collits' Inn, Hartley Historic Site, Convict stockade sites such as Bull's Camp at Woodford, Everglades Gardens at Leura, Indigenous art, carvings, and places of significance, Collits' Inn at Hartley and Carrington Hotel at Katoomba.
| | Festivals/Events | The locals hold some festivals in Katoomba which are fun for the whole family. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Leura Gardens Festival in October. Marion Buhlan suggested , Ironfest, Winter Magic Festival, Folk Roots and Blues Festival and Yulefest. Helen Rush suggested Biannual Spring Fete at Blue Mountains Grammar School and Bilpin Organic Markets Saturday 10-12.
| | Trails/Wildlife/Nature | If you like nature and want to see the wildlife, there are some places to go. David & Hilary Deighton suggested Werriberri Trail Rides in Megalong Valley and Charles Darwin Walk at Wentworth Falls. Marion Buhlan suggested Bush Walking and Magnifiicant views of the Blue Mountains. Helen Rush suggested Mount Hay Trail and Lockley's Pylon, Minnehaha Falls at North Katoomba, Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens, Jenolan Caves, Glow Worm Tunnels at Newnes, Grand Canyon at Blackheath, Narrow Neck Trail, PackSaddlers at Megalong Valley, Anvil Rock on Perry's Lookdown Rd at Blackheath and Megalong Heritage Farm.
| | Pubs/Bars | There are some great hotels in Katoomba. Marion Buhlan suggested Katoomba RSL, Gearins, Blackburns Family Hotel and Carrington Hotel. Helen Rush suggested Imperial at Mt Victoria and Grosvenor at Leura.
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| Katoomba Town Centre Motel | KATOOMBA |   | | Located at the quiet end of Katoomba Street. Great central location surrounded by shops, restaurants, cafes & RSL. 3 Sisters, Echo Point, Scenic World, Edge Cinema are 2 mins by car / 10 mins walk. | | |  | KATOOMBA ACCOMMADATION :: BED & BREAKFAST |
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| Sirens B&B | KATOOMBA | | | Historic property in Katoomba, a village in the Blue Mountains National Park. Located close to cafes, restaurants and to mountain walks | | |  | KATOOMBA ACCOMMADATION :: HOLIDAY UNITS |
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| Waratah Cottage | KATOOMBA | | | This very quaint, stylish cottage is suitable for 1 to 2 couples, or small families.
| | | Avarest Cottage | KATOOMBA | | | Central location. Walk to shops and restaurants. Minutes to local attractions and bush walks. | | | Our Secret | KATOOMBA | | | CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE: "OurSecret" is my lovely historic Katoomba cottage. Close to all the walks, galleries, and tourist highlights of Katoomba, in the World Heritage Blue Mountains. | | |
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